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2026 Club Executive of the Year: Call for Nominations

Do you know an outstanding professional who exemplifies excellence in leadership? It's time to recognize and honor their contributions! Annually, Club Management magazine recognizes excellence in club leadership with the Club Executive of the Year award.

23 Jun 2026

Centennial

Countdown to CMAA’s Centennial

From 100 to 1, CMAA is kicking off our Centennial celebration. Between June 6 and the Leadership/Legislative Conference, we’ll be sharing our rich history, honoring club management professionals, and spotlighting the milestones, traditions, and experiences that define this honorable profession.

04 Jun 2026

Contemporary Club Management Online Textbook

Contemporary Club Management is the definitive, comprehensive textbook on private club operations, covering leadership, food and beverage, golf operations, and finance.

TopHat is the textbook distributor, and you will need to create a new account on their site to purchase and access the textbook. A one-time payment of $85 provides continued access to the textbook through your online TopHat account, including automatic access to all future updates and new editions at no additional cost.

The Fourth Edition is being released in phases, with revised chapters replacing previous versions as they are finalized. All content aligns with CMAA certification standards, and members preparing for the Certified Club Manager (CCM) exam will be notified of any relevant updates.

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Club Management Magazine

Building a Better Golf Experience

As clubs look to capitalize on the momentum golf has built, many are investing heavily in course renovations, restorations, infrastructure improvements, and expanded practice facilities. Behind those projects are golf course architects who must balance tradition, technology, sustainability, maintenance realities, and member expectations.

Read this Article Club Management Magazine

Membership & Marketing Symposium

Set Yourself Up for Success

Designed to have an immediate impact on how professionals design and execute the membership experience, attendees will gain insight, best practices, and real-life examples to apply at their own clubs.

Attendees will visit several iconic clubs in the Washington, DC, area, including Columbia Country Club, Cosmos Club, the Metropolitan Club, and the Sulgrave Club.

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