The Covington Newton Chamber went On the Clock this month with Bridgestone Golf. Everyone knows Bridgestone for their rubber products, however their production of golf balls is making its way to the top with all production and marketing for them headquartered right here in Covington. All of their premium golf balls are produced here including their B-330 series for the professional golfer as well as the E-series for the recreational golfer. Bridgestone is now the No. 2 golf ball manufacturer in the United States and also No. 2 in sales.

It also sells all other things golf, including hats, bags, irons and woods. In addition to their golf ball market, Bridgestone Golf is the signature sponsor of Golf Greats like Fred Couples, Matt Kuchar, Brandt Snedeker, Davis Love III and many others.

Many people see the Bridgestone Golf Facility on Hwy. 142 beside General Mills but don’t realize that this building represents their worldwide headquarters. Bridgestone Golf employs almost 180 people with many working around the world. Covington and Newton County are very fortunate to be the home to many large industries and Bridgestone is one to be very proud of.

On the Clock is a monthly print and digital series from the Covington-Newton County Chamber of Commerce taking a look at businesses in the community. To find out about the business featured, read about it in The Covington News Sunday edition or watch the video in our online at CovNews.com.