The club in upstate New York is considering a plan to add 40 feet to its sandy lakefront beach and also to level a hill leading from its clubhouse to the lake, all to make it easier for families with children, and older members, to get to the waterfront and enjoy that part of the property. “Little members become big members,” said General Manager Jim Fields.
South Dakota Clubs Featured for “Countering National Trends of Declining Membership”
Minnehaha CC and Westward Ho CC, both in Sioux Falls, were cited for investing in their facilities and honing programming to appeal to a broader demographic.
Elite Company
On February 7th at The Country Club of Orlando (Fla.), the 2013 recipients of the Excellence in Club Management (ECM) Awards, co-sponsored by Club & Resort Business and the McMahon Group, were honored during a special reception, dinner and ceremony held in conjunction with the Club Managers Association of America’s annual conference.
Passion Prevails
Top club managers’ success is as much a function of what’s in their hearts as what’s in their toolbox—and their passion is contagious.
McMahon Group, NCA to Merge Publications
The private club consulting firm has joined the National Club Association’s Corporate Partner Program as a Strategic Alliance Partner. The merger of the two private club trends publications into an enhanced quarterly report is a key component of the collaboration.
Quintessential Quartet
McMahon Group, Inc., and Club & Resort Business have announced the 2013 recipients of the Excellence in Club Management (ECM) Awards program, established in 1997 by the McMahon Group and co-sponsored since 2005 by C&RB.
Excellence in Club Management Award Winners Announced
The 2013 winners of the awards co-sponsored by the McMahon Group and Club & Resort Business include Tony D’Errico of Westwood CC, Mike Stanton of San Luis Obispo CC, Robert Williams of the Westmoreland Club and Maria McGinity of River Oaks CC. In addition to presentations at their individual clubs, all will be honored at the ECM Awards dinner held February 7 at The Country Club of Orlando.
Rethinking Club Governance
The recession sent wake-up calls to all clubs—and left loud-and-clear messages about the critical need to properly define, and respect, the distinct roles and duties of owners, Board members, committees and managers. By Joe Barks, Editor On Club & Resort Business’ Linked-In site last summer, amid the usual posts from club managers seeking fresh ideas…
The Best of the Best
A Q&A with Kevin Vitale, GM/COO of Baltusrol Golf Club and Chairman of the Selection Committee for the Excellence in Club Management Awards, about the process that leads to the industry’s most prestigious recognition.
Perfect Balance
Desert Mountain Club’s Bob Jones earned Excellence in Club Management recognition by combining “old school” skills and insights with an ever-progressive outlook.
The CC at DC Ranch Continues Growth
With a ballot response of over 90%, the membership at the Scottsdale, Ariz., club approved the first phase of the Master Plan and a $3.5 million renovation. The renovation includes an updated kitchen, an expanded member dining area, additions to the tennis facility, and a greenside bunker renovation.
So Far, So Good
Golf pros know they can’t win a tournament on Thursday. But if they are being honest, they will tell you they know they can lose it. Getting off to a fast start builds confidence and momentum, provides a bit of breathing room for the inevitable “Oh, S&#@!” hole lurking out there, and increases the odds…
Atlanta Athletic Club Announces New Leadership Team Members
Following the announcement earlier this year that Kevin Carroll would succeed long-time General Manager Chris Borders upon his retirement, the club that will be the site of the 2014 U.S. Amateur Championship and also hosted U.S. Open and PGA Championship tournaments has added Peter Lovelace as Club Manager, Erica Smith as Membership Director and Lisa Henderson as Catering Director.
Rewriting the Book
By creating numerous ways for The University Club of New York to be a special sanctuary in the heart of the nation’s busiest city, John Dorman has added Excellence in Club Management Award recognition to his own library of accolades.
Everyday Thrills
A never-ending quest to avoid the mundane and routine has driven Eric Dietz to revive Lakewood Country Club and earn Excellence in Club Management Award recognition.