Because of concerns over growing operating costs and debt, the city had explored converting the 27-hole property into a sports park or selling it for development. But strong support from residents helped to prompt the city council’s unanimous decision to negotiate a full-lease agreement with CourseCo, the Petaluma, Calif.-based management firm that has been a…
City Seeks Management Company for Colony West CC
After the Tamarac, Fla., club closed on August 25, letting go 47 employees, the City Manager has reported being approached by multiple parties interested in managing and operating the property, which the city bought for $3 million in 2011. Until a management company is hired, the city will maintain the golf courses.
Courting Casual Golfers
Royce Brook GC’s relationship with its management company makes it easier for the club to lure new members.
Q&A with Dana Garmany, Chairman and CEO of Troon Golf
C&RB sat down with Dana Garman, Chairman and CEO of Troon Golf to talk about the club industry from his perspective.
Q&A with C.A. Roberts, President of OB Sports
C&RB sat down with C.A. Roberts, President for Scottsdale, Ariz.-based OB Sports to talk about the club industry from his perspective.
Power Players
Management companies have gained renewed influence in the club market.
Hunter’s Creek GC Finds Strength in Numbers
Increased buying power and shared best practices are just two advantages to being a part of a management company.
Resourceful Renovations at Bay Oaks CC
Bay Oaks CC had much to draw from when adding a fitness center.
Success Under The Golf Umbrella
The impact of management company insight and expertise was apparent from the start at this Tennessee club.
All In It Together
From my own visits to management-company properties over the years, I’ve long since concluded that the “cookie-cutter” tag is now pretty much a myth.
A Silver Lining for Silverstone GC
Turning to a local golf course management company has proved to be a good bet.
Newly Formed Triumph Golf Aims to Help Golf and Country Clubs
Triumph Golf—a consulting, management, and investment company for the private club industry—has been formed by three former ClubCorp senior executives. The new company’s mission is to help private golf and city clubs halt membership declines and overcome the operating challenges precipitated by the current recession. Based in Dallas, the Triumph Golf team has more than…
Making Them Want You
Summing It Up • Precisely targeted, one-on-one marketing to past members and the surrounding residential and business communities can help communicate that a property has been restored and revitalized. • Emphasize particular facilities and amenities, to target prospects such as families or empty nesters. • Updated and modernized Web sites can attract new members as…
The Art of Cooking Low and Slow
Chefs are playing with heat to create smoky, succulent, melt-in-your-mouth, fall-off-the-bone- fare.
Poolscapes That Make the Right Splash
Pools shouldn’t be hidden with shame in out-of-the-way corners of a property. Done right, they can become exciting new gathering points.