MLA Tees Up Sponsorship of LPGA Golfer Matilda Castren Brand Ambassadorship Aligns with MLA’s Continued Support of Women and Diversity

Hanover, MD (September 14, 2022) — Major, Lindsey & Africa (MLA), the world’s leading legal search firm, today announced a three-year deal to sponsor American-born Finnish, LPGA golfer Matilda Castren.  Matilda is ranked 77th in the world in the Rolex Rankings and will represent Major, Lindsey & Africa at LPGA events globally through in-person events, golf tournaments, on social media and with branded apparel. 

“MLA has been a long-time ally of women in the legal industry and this sponsorship is an extension of that commitment.  Matilda, like the lawyers we place, is talented, dedicated and driven,” said John Cashman, President of Major, Lindsey & Africa.  “She embodies the characteristics we believe in and is helping change the face of the game – the way we strive the change the face of the legal profession through diversification and opportunity.” 

“I am thrilled to partner with Major, Lindsey & Africa.  Their dedication to their craft and to diversity aligns well with my goals both on and off the course.  I look forward to a rewarding partnership,” said, Matilda Castren. 

After playing golf at Florida State University, Matilda made her professional debut on the Symetra Tour in 2018 and earned her card for the 2020 LPGA Tour.  In only six starts she earned enough to qualify for her first major, the 2020 Women’s PGA Championship, where she finished the tournament T23.  She is also the only Finnish player to win on the LPGA Tour in 2021’s Mediheal Championship and won the 2021 Gant Ladies Open and clinched 2021’s European Solheim Cup team victory with a putt.  She also represented Finland in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.  To find out more about Matilda click here.