Acumatica and LPGA Foundation Award Scholarships to Two Outstanding Female Golfers and STEM Leaders

Acumatica, a leading provider of cloud-based business management solutions, and the LPGA Foundation have joined forces to award scholarships to two exceptional young women—Amelie Phung and Caitlyn Chin—for the 2025-2026 academic year. The program, launched in 2024, aims to empower young women excelling in golf, academics, leadership, and community service, particularly in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). John Case, CEO of Acumatica, expressed the company's pride in supporting Phung and Chin, noting their creativity, excellence, and resilience. Both recipients are nationally recognized for their achievements in golf and STEM, embodying the program's mission to nurture future female leaders and expand opportunities for women in underrepresented fields. Amelie Phung, from Boca Raton, Florida, is a nationally ranked golfer and the co-founder of STEM Prodigy, an organization that has expanded tutoring and educational outreach nationwide. Her academic prowess is evident in her status as a National Merit Scholar Finalist and Rolex Scholastic Jr. All-American. Phung is also Palm Beach County’s 2022 Girls Player of the Year and the first scholarship commit for Rice University’s inaugural women’s golf team. She intends to study mechanical engineering and pursue the university’s new bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence (AI). Caitlyn Chin, from Greenwood Village, Colorado, is a three-time All-State golfer and an accomplished coder. She has achieved top finishes at the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals and holds leadership roles on her varsity golf team. Chin has founded two entrepreneurial projects, ABC Tutors and Concerts Everywhere, and is recognized as an Advanced Placement Scholar and a Girls Who Code Web Design Awardee. She has also earned the Colorado Department of Education’s Seal of Biliteracy. Chin will attend the University of Michigan, where she plans to major in computer science and join the university’s National Collegiate Club Golf Association team. Both scholars highlighted the life lessons they have learned through golf, including the importance of balance, community service, and perseverance. Phung expressed her gratitude for the opportunities golf has provided her and her intention to leverage her AI knowledge to help optimize performance in golf and enterprise. Meanwhile, Chin drew inspiration from historical figures like Yaa Asantewaa, the Ashanti Queen, to break gender barriers and continue her advocacy for a more inclusive and sustainable world through entrepreneurship. Nancy Henderson, President of the LPGA Foundation, emphasized the partnership's focus on empowering young women and championing inclusion in sports and technology. The LPGA Foundation awards over $200,000 in scholarships annually to female high school senior golfers, aligning with its mission to Change the Face of Golf by promoting diversity and accessibility. The Acumatica-LPGA Foundation scholarship program is part of Acumatica's broader commitment to fostering new talent and creating a more inclusive and innovative future. Acumatica's cloud ERP solution, designed for small and mid-market companies, supports this vision by enabling businesses to thrive in the digital economy and adapt to fast-moving markets. About Acumatica: Acumatica Cloud ERP is a comprehensive business management solution tailored for small and mid-market companies. Its flexible, customer-friendly approach and industry-specific functionality help growing businesses stay competitive and take control of their future. For more information, visit acumatica.com. About the LPGA Foundation: The LPGA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the LPGA, is dedicated to empowering and inspiring girls and women through golf. It offers programs like LPGA*USGA Girls Golf, LPGA Leadership Academies, and provides grants and scholarships to those in financial need. The Foundation advances equality by ensuring every girl and woman has a welcoming and positive experience in the sport. Learn more at lgpa.com/Foundation. Industry insiders praise the initiative, noting the significant impact of integrating STEM and golf in preparing versatile leaders. The combination of athletic and academic skills is seen as crucial for developing well-rounded professionals capable of driving innovation and change. Meta's recent investment in Scale AI, another data-focused technology company, underscores the growing importance of STEM in the tech sector and highlights the need for diverse talent pools. This scholarship program from Acumatica and the LPGA Foundation is a step in the right direction, fostering a pipeline of female talent ready to tackle the challenges of the future.