2022 Class of Fellows
Four club industry leaders have been selected for the 2022 class of Fellows. Created in 2019, the CMAA Fellows Program is an honorary recognition program distinguishing those CMAA members who embody the leadership, integrity, involvement, and contributions of excelling club management professionals. Each of these individuals has made a significant impact toward the betterment of the profession and CMAA throughout their active careers.
Officially announced and recognized at the Opening Business Session of the 2022 World Conference and Club Business Expo earlier today, the Class of 2022 inductees are:
Damon J. DiOrio, CCM, CCE,
Desert Mountain Club,
Scottsdale, AZ
Robert J. Gusella, CCM, CCE,
The Clubs at Houston Oaks,
Hockley, TX
Kurt D. Kuebler, CCM,
Kopplin Kuebler & Wallace,
Jupiter, FL
Jesse K. Thorpe, CCM, CCE,
Palm Coast, FL
The Fellows selection process includes a peer nomination; an in-depth application describing the individual's innovation, leadership, and commitment to the profession; interviews with the peer-comprised selection committee; and selection from among a group of highly qualified candidates.
In its fourth year, the CMAA Fellows community is comprised of a total of 28 individuals who serve as thought leaders, mentors, and champions of the Association and the club industry at large. Once honored, the distinction of CMAA Fellow is a lifetime recognition.