Of course [the Board has] to monitor budgets and approve capital expenditures—but then they should get out of the way and enjoy the club.
Hitting Some Nerves
There have been strong reactions to the subject of a Board’s involvement (although many choose to substitute “interference”) with club management.
Return Engagement
The second time that Brett Morris considered taking on the challenges at The Polo Club of Boca Raton proved to be the charm—and the start of his path to Excellence in Club Management recognition.
Tasty Offerings
Innovative presentations in an inviting environment provided a one-of-a-kind experience at C&RB’s Ninth Annual Chef to Chef Conference.
2017 Chef to Chef Conference Wraps Up in Atlanta
The ninth annual event, held at the Loews Atlanta Hotel, ended on March 7 with chef demos and sessions on topics ranging from management and training to Latin cuisine, catering and banquet design, pastries and wine programs. The day began with a drawing for a Crown Verity grill, and the event also included a General Managers’ panel.
Magical Evening
The 2016 recipients of the Excellence in Club Management (ECM) Awards, co-sponsored by Club & Resort Business and the McMahon Group, were honored during a reception featuring roaming magicians, dinner and a ceremony.
Four with More
The 2016 Winners of the Excellence in Club Management Awards, co-sponsored by the McMahon Group and Club & Resort Business.
2016 Excellence in Club Management Award Winners Announced
The 2016 honorees through the prestigious awards co-sponsored by Club & Resort Business and the McMahon Group include Brett Morris of The Polo Club of Boca Raton (Fla.); Raymond Kondziela of The Ivanhoe Club in Mundelein, Ill.; Joseph Furlow of the Academy of Magical Arts in Hollywood, Calif.; and Charles C. Johnson of the Detroit Athletic Club. The winners will be recognized at an Awards Dinner held at Interlachen Country Club in Winter Park, Fla., on February 9.
Flying High Again in Florida
Already in its 30-year history, The Polo Club of Boca Raton has experienced highs, lows and many changes—and it’s now soaring again, with renewed facilities and a revived management and membership spirit.
The Polo Club of Boca Raton Celebrates $27M “Re-Imaging”
Highlights of the eight-month project included transforming five restaurants from “traditional eateries to destination-dining venues,” with a sushi/tapas bar added to one. New outdoor-terrace space was created to expand event-planning options, and the 35,000-sq. ft., “oasis-inspired” Spa & Fitness Center was refreshed.
GCSAA Announces 2009 Environmental Leaders in Golf Awards
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) have announced the respective winners of the 2009 GCSAA/Golf Digest Environmental Leaders in Golf Awards. The national winners include (facility, location, chapter): National Resort and Overall – Terry Stratton, Little River (Calif.) Inn Golf and Tennis, GCSA of Northern California National Public – Jim Brown, CGCS, Newport Dunes…