Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) on Thursday announced the hiring of its first full-time employee. As member services manager, Nicole Hobson will serve more than 1,000 PPR members—and counting—with the quality and commitment expected in a subsidiary of PTR.

The Nashville native has moved to Hilton Head Island where PPR Headquarters is located. In her new position, Hobson is responsible for the marketing, operations and growth of PPR from initial inquiry contact through member certification and beyond.

She is tasked with developing new initiatives, organizing and conducting coaching workshops, training and overseeing a network of clinicians, ensuring the success of tournaments, and leading PPR members through the experience and benefits offered by the organization.