Traditions drawn from the unique Donald Ross course at Monroe Golf Club are now matched with equal elegance inside its clubhouse. Many clubs honor their connections to legendary golf course architects by naming rooms in their clubhouses for them. But these sometimes prove to be gestures made in name only, with little carried through from…
Everybody’s All In
A remarkable spirit of cooperation lies behind the success of many of the events and operating approaches highlighted in this year’s Ideas issue. The recurring theme that runs through the batch of innovative concepts captured in this, our Sixth Annual Ideas Issue, is how everyone’s getting into the act. There’s a remarkable spirit of coordination,…
Rousing Occasions
To kick off our Sixth Annual Ideas Issue and lead into the department-specific concepts featured throughout the rest of this special issue, we start with highlights of some especially inspired events that have been held at club properties over the past year. More photos and details on these programs and experiences can be…
Back on Solid Ground
New leadership, activities and an exciting new spirit have made The Club at Mediterra a player again. By Joe Barks, Editor As the weather began to cool last year and the leaves began to turn, they started to make their way to their club in southwest Florida from points throughout the North and other parts…
People Watching
Keeping a multi-generational team in step has only become more challenging in the Facebook era. I’m just people watching. The other people watching me. And we’re all people watching. The other people watching we. The music of Jack Johnson, raised in Hawaii and son of a surfer, probably appeals more to the bonfire-on-the-beach crowd than…
Urban Renewal
There’s ample evidence that city clubs have learned their lessons as well as any properties about what family-oriented club management should be all about.
Embracing the Details
Being eager to provide details speaks to leadership, expertise and many other impressive and valuable qualities.