July 26, 2024
Professional Development
Unlock Bigger & Bolder Success through Mental Wellness at the Leadership/Legislative Conference
Join international speaker and people-centric leadership expert, Daniel Lewis, for a vibrant journey through his energetic and forward-looking presentation, Thriving Minds & Thriving Futures.
In this uplifting session, Lewis delves into the transformative power of cultivating a collaboration mindset and discovering our P.E.A.K performance. Discover how mental wellness plays a pivotal role in driving personal and organizational success and learn practical strategies to reach your full potential.
Don’t miss this opportunity to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment with Daniel Lewis and unlock bolder success and build thriving futures together! Hear Lewis on Monday, September 16 at the 2024 Leadership/Legislative Conference.
Annually, LLC unites aspiring, current, and sustaining CMAA Leaders. Be part of this vibrant and boutique educational and networking opportunity in Washington, DC, September 15-17. The Nation’s Capital and the host property, The Mayflower Hotel, provide a vibrant and historical backdrop for the event.
Develop New Leadership Skills and Advance Your Career with the Mid-Management Conference
Offered in the fall, the Mid-Management Conference began as a grassroots effort in 1991 by the Greater Chicago Chapter to provide quality educational and networking opportunities for club management professionals who do not serve in the general manager/chief operating officer role. Education is focused on developing new skills, broadening horizons, and advancing career and certification goals.
This year’s event will take place in Philadelphia, PA, September 29 – October 2. Attend and explore sessions on personal branding, developing a powerful network, and club governance.
Learn more and register today!
Got Olympic Fever? Add BMI International to Your Fall Agenda
Presented in conjunction with the Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE), BMI International, an educational and cultural experience designed specifically for club management professionals, is heading to Switzerland, October 14-19. Experience four days in Lausanne and three days in Zurich.
The rich program agenda features an evening at the International Olympic Committee’s official Olympic Museum in Lausanne, where you can relive great Olympic moments and feel the pulse of the champions.
Other cultural activities of note include a guided tour and senses experience at the Lindt Home of Chocolate; education and a tour of the FIFA Museum; and much, much more! (Events and activities subject to change.)
BMI International is presented in partnership with KOPPLIN KUEBLER & WALLACE, a CMAA Business Partner.
Explore the full agenda and significant other program and save your seats!
Membership and Member Benefits
President & CEO's Perspective: Creating an Inclusive Workplace Culture
In the July 2024 vlog, President & CEO Jeff Morgan, FASAE, CAE, discusses the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace culture, emphasizing the need to understand the perspectives and challenges of employees spanning different generations
Heads Up: 2025 CMAA National Membership Renewals Are on the Way
You should receive your first 2025 membership renewal notice in the mail very soon. Payment is due no later than October 31, 2024. Please consider an early payment to avoid additional notices and any late fees that may be assessed.
Please be sure to verify your personal, club, and chapter information. You can make any necessary changes by logging into your profile and updating your information.
Save time and renew online with your credit card by logging into your online profile and going to “My Invoices.” We are looking forward to another incredible year!
Congratulations to the Joe Perdue Scholarship Recipients
Key to the mission of The Club Foundation to support the club industry, is to award scholarships and grants to students pursuing a career in the club industry. The Joe Perdue Scholarship provides hospitality students the opportunity to apply for tuition dollars for their undergraduate work. The scholarship is named after long-time CMAA professional Joe Perdue, CCM, CHE, who was an asset and powerhouse in clubs, at CMAA, and at the University of Nevada and Georgia State University. He served on various boards throughout the industry including The Club Foundation Board of Governors. Most notably, he was responsible for developing and sustaining CMAA’s Business Management Institutes.
Ten undergraduate students seeking to build their careers in the club industry are each being awarded $5,000 for tuition and fees. Learn more about the Joe Perdue Scholarship. Hearty congratulations to the 2024 recipients:
- Grace Canzano, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
- Miranda Dowdy, Virginia Tech
- Audrey Hatcher, Virginia Tech
- Fiona Heeney, University of Missouri-Columbia
- Shannon Hunt, University of Delaware
- Dylan Kraemer, Virginia Tech
- Kassidy Macdonald, Johnson & Wales-Providence
- Molly Passow, Niagara University
- Althea Simmons, Niagara University
- Joseph Snyder, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Do you have questions about this or other scholarships? Contact The Club Foundation.
Students: Complete Your Student Chapter Officer Report
The new school year is almost here, so please remember to fill out your Student Chapter Officer Report. At CMAA Headquarters, we need to make sure that all our Student Chapter information is up to date.
If you haven’t done so already, please fill out the form. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
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Your Accessibility Questions Answered
Ensuring your members and guests feel welcome and comfortable is a top priority for clubs. What about members and guests with disabilities? Recently, CMAA Headquarters has received several questions regarding defining access and what the club’s obligations are under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
- Does a club need to provide a single-rider golf car?
- Can a create access policies for all golf cars, applicable to all, including single-rider and/or adaptive cars in inclement weather?
- How should club staff handle members or guests who request accommodation?
Get expert insight in Episode 116 of Let’s Talk Club Management podcast.
Trends and News
USTA Releases Advocacy Handbook
If you're a tennis enthusiast looking to help grow the game in your community, the newly updated USTA Advocacy Handbook is a game-changing tool for your tennis bag! Tennis advocates play a critical role in helping grow tennis programs, build new facilities, and refurbish older courts. The Advocacy Handbook provides facts, inspiration and practical advice to help champion tennis in your community. This publication also shares guidance for engaging with local elected officials, parks and recreation staff, and school districts who are all key decision-makers that can impact the availability and accessibility of courts in your community.
The Advocacy Handbook includes a detailed, step-by-step plan to help support any level of advocacy project you want to undertake. Topics include the benefits of tennis, building a team, fundraising, media strategies, identifying obstacles, finding allies, and communicating with elected officials.
Check out the Advocacy Handbook and learn how to make the case for tennis!
Lego Designer Looks to Create First Official Golf-Themed Set
Lego has been selling interlocking plastic bricks for more than 50 years. During this time, the Lego Group has produced numerous themed sets that celebrate various aspects of popular culture. Interestingly, one notable omission from Lego's repertoire has been golf-themed sets. However, this might be about to change soon as a Berlin-based designer seeks to create the first official themed set that will feature the green of the 18th hole and a clubhouse including a lounge, pro shop, trophy room, and restaurant.
Read more about this effort to create Brickdale Golf & Country Club