Ramey Rises to the Fore, Wins 1999 U.S. Women's Golf Open

The Ramey Agency in Jackson, Miss., was tapped to promote the 1999 U.S. Women’s Open Championship, taking place in West Point, Miss. The event has a marketing budget of $500,000-$1 million.
Karen Cheshire, championship director for the golf competition, said she held discussions with eight Mississippi-based agencies before narrowing the field to three. In the final round, The Ramey Agency edged out GodwinGroup in Jackson and Quest Marketing of West Point.
The Ramey Agency drew from its experience handling the Mississippi Tourism account and promoting an exhibit called “Palaces of St.