Smokin Joe’s Driving Range was inspired and founded by Joe Pogge. A graduate of University of Houston in 1979, Joe immersed himself in the Houston media community by creating two successful radio stations — 93Q and Mix 96.5.  93Q.  At both stations Joe managed advertising placement, creative, special events and community outreach. He was named the 1994 Billboard Magazine Radio Marketing Director of the Year.  Joe  managed the marketing plan that launched the IHL Houston Aeros Hockey Club in 1994 and set a league record with an average home game attendance of 15,243. This groundbreaking record received him league recognition at the annual owners meetings. The Houston Aeros implemented out-of-the box advertising creative, unique game promotions and constant community outreach through Joe’s leadership and in depth knowledge of the local market. All of our clients rely on Joe’s event and promotional experience. He is often the guy people go to for a creative solution for both the traditional and non-traditional business problem.  Joe manages all of our clients PR and promotional needs, with a core focus on the Frost Bank, Omni Hotel, the launch of the Houston Texans. Currently Joe is the past  President of the University of Houston Alumni Association and member of the Houston Golf Association, golfs regularly at Quail Valley Golf Course and has a 11 handicap.