As any club professional can tell you, there’s a lot more that goes into member trips than scheduling a few tee times and making dinner reservations.
Thursday Three for Feb. 29
What’s happening on clubandresortbusiness.com? No. 1 — We rolled out the last two of our 2024 Model Club categories—All-Star Membership/Marketing departments and Clubhouses. The Country Club of Virginia, The Club at Olde Cypress and Champions Run headlined Membership/Marketing … while BallenIsles Country Club; The Club at Mediterra; and Newport Beach (Calif.) Country Club were spotlighted…
Unboxing the Shot Scope PRO ZR Laser Rangefinder
The Shot Scope PRO ZR — equipped with a DuraShield Hardshell — is the company’s most premium laser rangefinder to date. It’s constructed with quality materials, and golfers will enjoy a superior look, feel, and performance. Key Features – PRO ZR is the fastest firing laser to date with enhanced Rapid-fire detection and Target-lock vibration…
Club People on the Move: Feb. 22-28
Recent industry hires and promotions include new General Managers at Creighton Farms in Aldie, Va. and the St. Regis Longboat Key (Fla.) Resort; new Directors of Golf at McLemore Club on Lookout Mountain in Georgia and Paradise Valley (Ariz.) Country Club; a new Catering & Event Manager at Boca Woods Country Club in Boca Raton,…
Thursday Three for Feb. 22
The Thursday Three details what’s happening on clubandresortbusiness.com. No. 1 — We continue to unveil our 2024 Model Clubs with our most recent—Racquets facilities and programs. BallenIsles Country Club in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.; Cherokee Town & Country Club in Atlanta, Ga.; and the Philadelphia (Pa.) Cricket Club rule the court in this initiative. Do…
Unboxing the ProS2 Golf Shoes from SQAiRZ
The new SQAIRZ ProS2 feature a lightweight, breathable, 100% waterproof ComfortFlex microfiber upper. The patented toe box is designed to accommodate the natural spread of the toes as pressure is exerted on the ground. This enables a more comfortable and less restrictive feel of traditional golf shoes. The toe box directly translates to improved balance,…
Club People on the Move: Feb. 8-21
Recent industry hires and promotions include new General Managers at La Paloma Country Club in Tucson, Ariz., Bayou Desiard Country Club in Monroe, La., and Concord Country Club in West Chester, Pa.; a new Head Golf Professional at Preakness Hills Country Club in Wayne, N.J.; a new Director of Marketing and Communications at Woodmont Country…
Thursday Three for Feb. 15
I’m Rob Thomas with Club + Resort Business and this is your weekly Thursday Three. What’s happening on clubandresortbusiness.com? No. 1 — We began to unveil our Model Clubs with some top Pro Shops leading the way. The pro shops at the Atlanta Athletic Club; University of Texas Golf Club; and The Landings Golf &…
Unboxing Diego Frames From Costa Del Mar
Late last year, Tiger Woods was spotted in Mexico wearing a pair of Diego frames from Costa. This lens technology has been popular with fishermen, but if the GOAT is wearing them on the golf course, shouldn’t you? – Vented spring hinge system maximizes airflow and enhances fit – Sweat management channels that wick-away moisture…
Thursday Three for Feb. 8
What’s happening on clubandresortbusiness.com? Sorry to have missed last week’s edition … Rob Thomas was at the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show in Phoenix. Attendance rivaled that of Orlando 2023 with nearly 11,000 attendees and more than 6,600 seminar seats filled, representing the highest total since 2008. The trade show floor, spanning 352,000 sq. ft.…
Brewing Sustainability: Steeped Coffee Revolutionizes Hospitality With Compostable Single-Serve Packs
Steeped Coffee, a pioneer in the single serve compostable coffee industry, has teamed up with Addictive Coffee Roasters to serve the hospitality industry. With a process brewed similar to tea, Steeped is helping to make quality coffee from hundreds of top brands accessible and sustainable. Steeped Packs contain craft-roasted, freshly ground pre-portioned coffee that is…
Club People on the Move: Jan. 25-Feb. 7
Recent industry hires and promotions include new General Managers at Broken Sound Club in Boca Raton, Fla.; Soleta Golf Club in Myakka City, Fla.; and Oakhurst Country Club in Clayton, Calif.; a new Director of Golf at Springfield (Va.) Golf & Country Club; and a new Executive Chef and Director of People and Culture at…
Wrapping up the 2024 GCSAA Conference
Club + Resort Business Editor Rob Thomas attended the 2024 Golf Course Superintendents Association of America Conference in Phoenix, Ariz. and compiled a series of videos from booth visits and touring the convention center.
Toro Updates Irrigation Platforms
Lynx Drive is an energized, new approach to a proven platform designed with golf course superintendents in mind, while the IntelliDash Irrigation and Fleet Management platform helps golf course superintendents use data to simplify course operations, improve efficiency and effectively allocate resources.
Thursday Three for Jan. 25
I’m Rob Thomas with Club + Resort Business and this is your weekly Thursday Three. What’s happening on clubandresortbusiness.com? No. 1 — My January column looks back at the Top 10 articles YOU read on clubandresortbusiness.com in 2023. While a couple can be attributed to catchy headlines, an overriding theme was properties changing hands. Do…