January 20, 2023
Professional Development
Source & Secure Solutions to Your Club’s Challenges at the World Conference and Club Business Expo
The two-day Club Business Expo, February 26-27, provides an opportunity to explore products and services offered by more than 260 companies showing industry leading trends and innovations. Nearly every product or service you could ever need for your club is showcased in the Expo—from apparel and accessories to décor and furniture and technology solutions. Meet face-to-face to take advantage of live demonstrations and test drive solutions for your club’s biggest challenges. There is always something new to see and this year’s event features more than 50 first-time Exhibitors.
You do not have to wait to explore the aisles of possibilities in Orlando, FL. Get started now. Browse the interactive floor now or view the list of exhibitors to plan your experience.
Read about the full offerings at the 2023 CMAA World Conference and Club Business Expo! Regular registration ends January 24!
Creating Your Own Personal Financial Mission Statement
On February 7, Dennis Pearlman will present a 30-minute information session introducing a pilot program detailing the critical components and steps to consider when creating a Personal Financial Mission Statement. This program will assist attendees in setting, identifying, and meeting financial expectations as they move through their professional careers. This discussion will also include items to consider when negotiating and building employment agreements. For interested members, 12 slots will be available for personal one-on-one consultations at the 2023 CMAA World Conference at no charge as part of your CMAA membership.
2023 World Conference Speaker Introductions: Call for Volunteers
The 2023 World Conference will feature more than 65 education sessions and each year, the Education Department relies on the kindness of volunteers to introduce the session speakers. Please consider introducing one or more sessions. The process is simple. First, visit the Volunteer Page and look for the sessions that you are planning to attend. If you see a session that you would like to introduce, you just need to click on the “click here to reserve” link and enter your information. You will be sent a confirmation email with the session date, time, and room location listed. Once on site, just stop by the Member Services Pavilion about 15 minutes prior to the session and a member of the Education Department team will give you the introduction text. Each introduction takes about three minutes. Please feel free to contact Amilcar Davy if you have any questions.
Membership and Member Benefits
President & CEO’s Perspective: Our 2023 Goals
Hello CMAA and Happy New Year! As 2023 begins I want to share our CMAA goals for the new year. These 13 goals are established by the Board of Directors and CMAA’s professional staff each fall and coincide with our fiscal year beginning November 1.
These goals for 2023 touch a lot of areas and people within CMAA. I am excited about the work we have in front of us as we look at the year ahead. It is a year that has started off well with strong membership renewals and registration for the World Conference and Club Business Expo in Orlando, FL. We are only about a month away, so if you have not registered, please do so now!
Cast Your Ballot Now for the 2023 Board of Directors!
It's time to vote! There is a great slate of candidates who are prepared to serve CMAA as your 2023 Board of Directors representatives as well as five national Bylaw propositions for your consideration.
You may request and use an online voting authorization from now until February 22, 11:59 p.m. ET. When you register online to vote, if you're verified as eligible, you will be emailed an official code. Once your vote is “cast” using this unique code, the process is complete and closed. As always, your online vote remains confidential.
If you’re not voting online, you will have the opportunity to vote on site at the 2023 World Conference and Club Business Expo. On-site voting kiosks will be open and staffed during designated hours from February 26-28.
Thanks in advance for participating in CMAA's annual election process!
Deadline Approaching: Enter the 2023 Idea Fair
Did you and your team come up with an idea this year that is too good not to share with your peers? If so, enter the Idea Fair! The competition and showcase of ideas will be held at the 2023 World Conference & Club Business Expo, February 24-28. Since the sharing of knowledge has always been the hallmark of CMAA, the Idea Fair is a great avenue for club managers to exchange ideas. The deadline is January 23, so make sure you get your entries in!
Each CMAA member is encouraged to enter – you do not need to attend Conference to enter or win. Regardless, appropriate recognition and two Association Activity Credits will be awarded to the winner in each of the 20 categories. Association Activity Credits will also be awarded to all members who enter.
You will submit your entries online and CMAA will print the board(s) for you! You will not be printing and shipping or hand carrying your entries like in past years.
In addition to the “Most Innovative Idea Award,” there will be a “Showstopper Award” and a “Chairman’s Award” given out by the judging committee. Make sure your idea stands out from the rest to be considered for these exciting new awards!
We look forward to seeing your ideas in Orlando!
Join the Career Opportunities and Networking Showcase at the 2023 World Conference
Whether you’re a club looking to hire or a student looking for work, this is a great event to connect managers with students. Visit the Student Section of the website to sign up your club for this event and to see who will be present. There are already clubs signed up from coast to coast—there's sure to be something there for everyone!
Students: Prepare for the Student Chapter Idea Fair
This is an opportunity at the 2023 World Conference and Club Business Expo for Student members to show off their ideas and interests.
The Student Chapter Idea Fair is your Chapter's chance to share as many ideas as you’d like across six different categories for a chance to win a $1,000 chapter grant from The Club Foundation. Show off everything your Chapter has done to be successful! Entries are due January 23, 2023.
Did You Know: You Can Support The Club Foundation at World Conference
Club Foundation Golf Tournament: This year’s tournament is taking place at the gorgeous Ritz Carlton Golf Club. 120 people will enjoy this fun event on the afternoon of February 23 before the World Conference takes place. Many look forward to this event each year as an opportunity to connect with old friends, meet others, and get out into the Orlando area sun for a fantastic 18 holes of golf.
Sponsorships are still available for the Golf Tournament. If you have questions for our team, please contact us on our website or call 703-299-4284 for more information.
ClubLove 5K and the Wellness Challenge: Sign up for the 5K this year, taking place on the morning of February 27, on the grounds of the Marriott Gaylord Palms Resort. You can add it to your existing conference registration or add it when you register. Invigorate your day with the 5K and don’t forget to join us all week in this year’s Wellness Challenge – earn wellness points and you might win a prize! (More information is available on the website.)
Awards Breakfast: Each year, The Club Foundation celebrates the year’s scholarship recipients. Come join us to see our awardees and cheer them on as they pursue their professional development efforts with the help of a scholarship from The Foundation. Add the Awards Breakfast to your registration if you haven’t already to come join the celebration!
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Share Your Perspective Today with the Club Leader's Perspective Survey
Participate in the 2022/2023 Club Leader’s Perspective Survey, a GGA Partners research initiative administered in partnership with CMAA. This survey unveils trends, reactions, and opportunities within the industry, offering a contemporary update on the pressing needs of club leaders across the country. The deadline to complete the 15-minute survey is January 22.
Individual responses to this survey will be confidential and the results will be reported in an aggregate format. The results, in summary form, will be available to those who complete the survey. Survey insights will enable club leaders, and the industry at large, to transform their clubs and gain insight into how clubs across the United States are faring.
Playing Music at Your Club? Review Your Current Music Licensing
Music has always been an essential part of the club atmosphere, including live entertainment for events or background music provided by a subscription music service in your dining room or by the pool. However, the use of music programming requires a license and playing music at your club may be in violation of United State Copyright Law if you do so without obtaining the proper license. In the case of recorded music, the performance rights generally are owned by a performing rights organization. The three largest in the US include the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP); Broadcast Music Incorporated (BMI); and SESAC, Inc.
CMAA members benefit from discounts with two of the three music licensing organizations. BMI offers a benefit program that provides substantial discounts to CMAA members on music licensing costs. A five percent membership discount, when coupled with a five percent online payment discount, will allow clubs to save 10 percent on the cost of their BMI music license. BMI customer service representatives are available at 800-925-8451 or visit bmi.com.
CMAA has also negotiated on behalf of its members that clubs managed by CMAA members in good standing will receive a 15 percent discount off license fees for a SESAC Performance License. The SESAC Performance License runs on a calendar year basis and fees are based on the total number of club members. Visit sesac.com obtain a SESAC Performance License.
Learn more about music licensing or contact Melissa Low, CAE, Senior Director, Communications & Advocacy, at 703-739-9500.
Trends and News
EPA Announces New Water Rule, Continues Confusion
On December 30, the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers announced the final Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. Despite calls from the regulated community and our coalition partners with the Waters Advocacy Coalition for a rule that provides the clarity and certainty essential for predictable and efficient permitting, the final rule relies on vague terms will make it difficult for any business or individual trying to comply with the Clean Water Act (CWA).
In addition, the new rule comes at a time when the Supreme Court is weighing the scope of the CWA in the case of Sackett v. EPA. A ruling in the Sackett case could negate (or render irrelevant) significant elements of this WOTUS rule, creating even more confusion for landowners and businesses.
Preview New ClubHouse Online Mobile App from Jonas Exclusively at PGA 2023
CMAA Strategic Partner Jonas Club Software is inviting club industry professionals to have an exclusive first look at their brand-new ClubHouse Online Mobile App at the 2023 PGA Show.
The new ClubHouse Online App has been reimagined to exceed the needs of clubs and their members. With an all-new elegant design and packing a wide range of features to engage club members, the new app delivers an elevated user experience. Those interested in previewing the new ClubHouse Online App can visit Jonas Club Software’s booth #3929 at the PGA Show.
The ClubHouse Online Mobile App allows members to manage Online Tee Time/Court Booking, Bills/Payments, Member Statements, Online Ordering, Dining Reservations, and more member-oriented features on a sleek interface deeply integrated with Jonas Club Software. Providing service to more than 1,600 private clubs, ClubHouse Online is the most widely used member engagement platform in the world.
Jonas Club Software Introduces Highly-Demanded Text Messaging Platform
Jonas Club Software, the award-winning club technology company, announces the launch of its new Text Messaging platform at the 2023 PGA Show. Integrated with the Jonas Club Software suite of applications, the new texting platform allows clubs to send various types of messages including booking and reservation confirmations and reminders, targeted marketing messages, and two-way chatting with members. This powerful platform also provides clubs with advanced segmentation tools to enhance member communications.
Text Messaging serves three main communication functions:
- Reservations and booking confirmations and reminders
- Marketing and event promotions
- Two-way messaging with members
Using the List Management feature, clubs can segment their members by Member Type or Status for more targeted messages. It also allows them to use standard and custom fields from the member file to personalize text content.
“We’re excited to make this new platform available to our clients,” said Trevor Coughlan, Vice President of Marketing at Jonas Club Software. “Texting itself isn’t a new concept, but doing so in an integrated and automated manner, at a time when email fatigue is more prevalent than ever, provides an innovative new tool for our clients.”
Those interested can learn more about the new Integrated Texting solution by visiting the Jonas Club Software website. Visitors of the 2023 PGA Show can get an exclusive hands-on of the new Text Messaging platform at Jonas Club Software’s booth #3929.
Use of Applied Nutrients on Golf Courses in US Continues to Decrease According to GCSAA’s Golf Course Environmental Profile Survey
Golf courses in the US decreased the use of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium in 2021, compared with usage in 2006, according to recently released survey data from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). The 2022 Nutrient Use and Pest Management Survey was conducted by the GCSAA and funded by the GCSAA Foundation as part of its Golf Course Environmental Profile program, which began in 2005.
To learn more and to see the complete survey report, read the January 2023 issue of GCSAA’s GCM magazine.