Freeport, Pa.’s River Forest CC is preparing for the future under the leadership of Andi Irwin and Jamy Rankin. Drone racing, a speaker’s series, live music and stand-up comedy are in the works and “Whing Golf”—played on the regular golf course using a thrower and a putter—will supplement traditional golf.
CMAA Changing Name to Club Management Association of America
The change was voted on “overwhelmingly” by the organization’s members, to better reflect the composition of its membership. One-third of CMAA members now serve in management roles at club facilities but are not in General Manager, Chief Operating Officer or other top-executive roles. The Club Managers Association of America announced that it is changing its…
CMAA to Manage Club Spa & Fitness Association
The CSFA provides educational and networking opportunities for more than 3,000 fitness, spa and wellness professionals working in the club industry. More than 61 percent of clubs now offer spa and fitness programs, according to the Club Managers Association of America.
CMAA Releases Report on Generational Attitudes Toward Clubs
The Club Managers Association of America worked in conjunction with the Center for Generational Kinetics and The Club Foundation to develop the research, with a special focus on Millennials. According to the report, 41% of Millennials say that personal recommendations are most important when considering a club membership, and that same group is twice as likely to seek child-centered club activities.