The festival of Passover starts April 22 – 30, an eight-day holiday celebrating the Israelites’ Exodus from Egyptian slavery. The most important event in Jewish history is marked by eating a festive meal with matzah, telling the Passover story (Seder) and drinking four cups of wine. And, when you have four cups to get through…
Club + Resort Talks Chats With Jonathan Fralick, VP, Racquet Sports for Invited Clubs
On this episode of the Club + Resort Talks podcast, Rob Thomas speaks with Jonathan Fralick, VP, Racquet Sports for Invited Clubs. Fralick discusses a number of programs across the Invited portfolio, including two grow-the-game initiatives — First Serve and Right Start. First Serve is a comprehensive junior pathway to ensure organization, player development and…
Thursday Three for March 14
I’m Rob Thomas with Club + Resort Business and this is your weekly Thursday Three. What’s happening on clubandresortbusiness.com? No. 1 — While the differences may seem plentiful and obvious, much is the same between working in the Caribbean and U.S. This article stemmed from my visit to Jamaica for the Annie’s Revenge Pro-Am. Let…
Unboxing the X Tour Proto RS Golf Shoes From PAYNTR Golf
Check out the new X Tour Proto RS golf shoes from PAYNTR Golf. The X Tour Proto RS features a full grain leather upper that provides all day comfort, water resistance, and durable support. The full waterproof and breathable membrane is fused to the lining and sealed with midsole bottom gasket. The TPU Outsole, with…
Club + Resort Talks Speaks With Elsbeth Hurry, Co-Founder/CEO of ZIGIT
On this episode of Club + Resort Talks, Rob Thomas speaks with Elsbeth Hurry, Co-Founder and CEO of ZIGIT. ZIGIT’s new proprietary technology allows golf course owners and operators to sell canned and bottled alcohol through attractive, stand-alone ZIGIT-enabled machines (boxes) at locations along golfers’ journeys. Purchase eligibility is validated through ID verification / authentication…
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 + Resort Talks Discusses Industry Metrics with R.J. Hottovy, Head of Analytical Research at Placer.ai
In this episode of Club + Resort Talks, Phil Keren speaks with R.J. Hottovy, Head of Analytical Research at Placer.ai, about the company’s recent examination of location intelligence metrics at country clubs. Placer.ai is a location analytics company that examines mobile data to create foot traffic estimates for any physical location in the U.S. Placer.ai…
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 + Resort Talks Speaks With Jake Gordon, CEO & Co-Founder of Noteefy
On this episode of the Club + Resort Talks podcast, Rob Thomas spoke with Jake Gordon, CEO & Co-Founder of Noteefy, about how golf courses can drive more revenue with less effort. KemperSports, Landscapes Golf Management, Streamsong, and Sand Valley, to name a few, have already partnered with Noteefy. A few of the highlights: –…
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…
Club + Resort Talks Revisits With Pete Wilson, Co-Founder of Grass Clippings
In this episode of Club + Resort Talks, Phil Keren speaks with Pete Wilson, Co-Founder of Grass Clippings, about his company opening a lighted golf course at Rolling Hills Golf Course in Tempe, Ariz. The course began operations on Dec. 1, 2023 and has been well-received in the Tempe community. Phil first spoke with Wilson…
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.…