News for CMAA Leaders: September 2022

Chapters Shined Bright in the 2022 Chapter Idea Fair

More than 50 amazing entries were submitted in this year’s Chapter Idea Fair competition held in conjunction with the Leadership/Legislative Conference from September 12-14 in Washington, DC. These entries provided a showcase of wonderful ideas and best practices. Since the sharing of knowledge defines who we are and what we do as an Association, we thank all the chapters that participated and pay special tribute to the Blue-Ribbon winners. Listed below are the winners of each category, as well as the sought-after “Best in Show” winner and the brand new “Most Transferable Idea” winner.

Once again, congratulations and thank you again to all our participants for sharing their successes with the Association. And, a very special thanks to Chairman Susannah Miller, CCM, and her committee of judges: Greg D’Alonzo, Paul Korbar, and Rebecca Schick.

CMAA News

1. 2023 CMAAA Secretary-Treasurer and Board of Directors Slate of Candidates Announced
2. Entegra Renews CMAA Partnership
3. Catch Up on the Let’s Talk Club Management Podcast: Ep. 80: Thank A Superintendent

To Do

1. October 21: Register for the Virtual Mid-Management Conference by 12:00 noon EDT
2. October 31: Renew Your 2023 National Membership
3. November 29: Save the Date for Giving Tuesday & Support The Club Foundation

All Officers

It is approaching that time when you and your Chapter will decide who will serve as Chapter Officers and Chairman for the 2023 membership year. During your next Chapter meeting, have a member or two of your chapter board get up and talk about what volunteering on the Chapter level means to them and to the Chapter. Offer to talk to any interested members after the meeting. Now is the time to get people involved. Cheers to a successful 2023 membership year!

Managing Directors

The National Headquarters sent out the 2023 Membership renewal notices in early August. Please let your members know that they can save time and renew online. National renewals are due by October 31, 2022.

Career Services Chairman

Are Your Clubs Looking for Interns?

The CMAA Internship Listing showcases job opportunities submitted by club managers interested in providing valuable on-the-job education at their clubs. We encourage students and those interested in working in clubs to take advantage of this service, as practical work experience is considered a plus upon graduation. Help the club industry keep the best and the brightest!

The club can list one or more opportunities. The listing(s) are free and run for 12 weeks. Learn more.

The Club Foundation Liaison

Mark Your Calendars for Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday falls on November 29 this year. In 2021, the CMAA Chapter Family made a significant difference in the success of this annual fund drive, by embracing the joy and competitive spirit of the day. It is because of Chapter-level enthusiasm that we hit a record high for contributions in 2021.

In 2022, our fundraising goal for Giving Tuesday is $10,000. Stay tuned for more information in mid-October about how to participate. ‘Tis the season of giving!

For more information about CF scholarships, grants, and fundraising, please visit our website. You can also call us at 703-299-4284 or fill out our online contact form.

Communications/Public Relations Chairman

Use the CMAA Logo on Your Business Cards, Signature, Etc.

All current CMAA members and Chapters are eligible to use CMAA’s logo and we encourage you to share the word with your fellow Chapter members.

Any member of the Association in good standing may use the phrase “member of CMAA” or use any logo, emblem, insignia, or phrase indicative of membership as approved by the Board of Directors. It can be added to business cards, stationery, or email signatures.

Please note the use of the CMAA logo for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited.

Download the logo and start using it today!

Corporate Relations Chairman

Thank You to Our Corporate Partners

Thank you to our wonderful Partners for participating in the Industry Trends panel during the 2022 Leadership/Legislative Conference. We greatly value your time and appreciate your willingness to share your stories and expertise with the membership.

Jim Carter, Market Development Manager, John Deere Golf
Fred Palmer, Vice President, Golf Business Development and Industry Relations, Club Car
Tom Wallace, CCM, CCE, Partner, Kopplin, Kuebler & Wallace
Christian Coulter, CCM, VP of Club Consulting, McMahon Group
Ryan McAndrew, Audit Senior Manager, RSM
Cam Schultz, President, ClubProcure
David B. Hamilton, Vice President, Business Development, Entegra
Nick Roberto, Director of Sales – Northeast, E-Z-GO
Vache Hagopian, Vice President, Jonas Club Software
Patrick DeLozier, CCM, Partner, GGA Partners
Ray Cronin, Founder & Chief Innovator, Club Benchmarking
Duane Laflotte, Chief Technology Officer, Pulsar Security

Advocacy/Legislative Chairman

First Half FY2023 H-2B Visas Exhausted         

As of September 12, US Citizenship and Immigration Services has received enough petitions to exhaust the supply of 33,000 H-2B visas allocated for the first half of Fiscal Year 2023. Last year, this same allotment of visas was not exhausted until September 30. USCIS will continue to accept petitions for FY2023 for employment start dates beginning on or after April 1, 2023.

Read more in the Legislative Report blog.

Membership Chairman

New Members Joining in September and October Get More Bang for Their Buck

We are now into the 2022 membership year for new members. Everyone who joins in the months of September and October pay $500 ($425 if they are Alumnus members) and do not have to renew until October 31, 2023. Joining in the next two months will give them the most bang for their buck. Please direct them to our website.

Professional Development

Register for Fall Events

There are several bite-size educational opportunities available this fall. The Club Leadership Summit and the Virtual Mid-Management Conference offer short, concentrated educational opportunities for your Chapter members. Learn more and register today.

Research Chairman

2022 CMAA Compensation and Benefits Survey Open Now

CMAA Members are invited to participate in the 2022 CMAA Compensation and Benefits Survey. To allow for easy survey completion as well as customized reporting tools for you and your staff, the study is hosted and maintained by Industry Insights on the CMAA Research Portal.

Participants will receive a complimentary copy of the industry report plus a customized Club Compensation Report, with their club’s compensation figures reported alongside the appropriate industry comparatives. Club Resource Center subscribers who participate in the survey will also receive access to an online portal for interactive industry comparatives.

As an additional benefit of participation, participating clubs will receive a chapter level report if their Chapter has a participation level of at least 10 clubs and a 20 percent Chapter participation rate. 

The deadline for participation is October 28. If you have any questions, please contact Patti Clever at 614-389-2100 ext. 111 or Amilcar Davy, CMAA's Director of Research, at 703-739-9500.

Student Chapter Liaison

Encourage Your Students to Register for NSEC

The National Student Education Conference is returning this November 4-7 in Chicago, IL. This conference is an opportunity for student members to enhance their CMAA experience. Student members can expect education curated specifically for them. The curriculum will focus on teaching attendees valuable life skills and club industry-specific tips and tricks throughout the weekend. Encourage your student members to register.

Wine Society Liaison

Submit Applications for the Warren Arseneaux Scholarship by October 3

The deadline for the Warren Arseneaux Scholarship is Monday, October 3. All Wine Society members who have yet to attend the BMI Wine & Food Experience are encouraged to apply!