March 2026

All Officers

Is Your Chapter Developing the Next National Leader?

CMAA is now accepting nominations for candidates interested in serving on the 2027 National Board of Directors. Professional members in good standing with at least 10 years of CMAA membership, the CCM designation, and a demonstrated record of service to the Association are eligible for nomination.

Service on the National Board requires a strong understanding of CMAA’s mission, programs, and governance. The Nominating Committee is particularly interested in candidates who have developed this perspective through active Chapter leadership, National Committee service, and meaningful engagement with the Association.

Board members are expected to:

• Bring a strong working knowledge of CMAA programs, governance, and member priorities
• Contribute informed perspective to strategic discussions impacting the club management profession
• Demonstrate a sustained commitment to advancing CMAA and supporting member success

CMAA’s strongest national leaders often begin their service at the Chapter level, where they gain experience representing member perspectives and contributing to the work of the Association. Candidates who have served in Chapter officer roles (preferably as president) and on National Committees are especially well positioned to contribute to the Board’s strategic work.

The CMAA Nominating Committee has outlined additional qualification criteria and leadership attributes for both new and incumbent Board members. Interested members should review the eligibility requirements on the CMAA website or reach out to Kim Pasquale with any questions.

Nominations are due by May 31. Self-nominations will not be accepted. Thank you.

Be One of the 100+ Voices of CMAA

Share your voice to CMAA’s story! We're capturing short, authentic reflections from members for the 100 Voices of CMAA project—celebrating where we’ve been, who we are, and what’s coming next.
 
It takes less than five minutes to participate, and your voice will have the chance to become part of CMAA’s Centennial legacy.

Share your thoughts or upload your video by March 31!

Managing Directors

Please look at your Chapter’s website and make sure that all forms, dues structures, contact information, etc., are up to date. Please also make sure that all links are active and lead to current information. Since your website is the first thing a prospective member may see, they need to have a pleasant experience on your site.

Advocacy/Legislative Chair: Register for 2026 National Golf Day

Annually, National Golf Day unites the golf and club industry on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Advocates convene to educate members of Congress and their staff members about the industry and the impact of notable legislative and regulatory issues. The event is organized by the American Golf Industry Coalition, of which CMAA is a proud founding member.

The 18th annual National Golf Day will be held in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, May 6. Events will begin on May 5 at 12:00 noon. Learn more about schedule.

Join professionals from across the industry, including the 2026 CMAA National Board of Directors and the Advocacy Committee, in this important opportunity to make your voice heard on issues impacting our industry.

Register today!

Career Services Chair: Spring Into Coaching

The Club Foundation Liaison: Announcing the 2026 Board of Governors

The Club Foundation announces its 2026 Board of Governors led by Chair LuAnn Giovannelli, CCM, CAM, CMAA Fellow, Bay Colony Community Association, Naples, FL; Vice Chair Todd Marsh, CCM, CCE, CMAA Fellow, Conway Farms Golf Club, Lake Forest, IL; Treasurer Randy Ruder, CCM, CCE, CMAA Fellow, Beach Point Club, Mamaroneck, NY; and Secretary Terra S.H. Waldron, CCM, CCE, CMAA Fellow, Desert Mountain Club, Scottsdale, AZ. 

Governors continuing to serve The Club Foundation include:  

• Janine Budzius, CCM, CCE, Houston Country Club, Houston, TX
• TJ Diagne, The Springhaven Club, Wallingford, PA 
• Vache Hagopian, Jonas Club Software 
• Adam Harris, E-Z-GO
• Paula Kelly, CCM, CCE, CMAA Fellow, Merion Golf Club, Ardmore, PA 
• Joseph Krenn, CCM, CCE, Farmington Country Club, Charlottesville, VA 
• Richard LaRocca, CCM, CCE, St. Clair Country Club, Upper St. Clair, PA 
• Jeff Morgan, FASAE, CAE, CMAA and The Club Foundation CEO, Alexandria, VA 
• Fred Palmer, Jr., Club Car
• Susan Schenkel, CCM, CCE, Georgia Chapter 

The Foundation is very pleased to share that the following individuals will be joining the Board beginning this year, in 2026: 

• Casey Newman, CCM, Lakeside Country Club, Houston, TX 
• Donald P. Emery, CCM, CCE, Grey Oaks Country Club, Naples, FL 
• Desi Speh, CCM, CMAA Fellow, The Desert Highlands Association, Scottsdale, AZ 

Additionally, The Club Foundation would like to acknowledge the efforts and years of dedication of its retiring Governors and express sincere thanks for their service:  

• Blaine Burgess, CCM, CCE, Arkansas Razorback Chapter, Roland, AR 
• Kelley Williams, CCM, Forsyth Country Club, Winston-Salem, NC
• Joe Mendez, CCM, CCE, Avalon Yacht Club, Avalon, NJ 

The Club Foundation Board of Governors is comprised of individuals within and serving the club industry who are committed to raising funds to financially support the professional development of club managers through education, research, and outreach initiatives, to ensure the highest possible impact on the future of the industry.

Communications/Public Relations Chair: Photos, Videos, & More

Relive the highlights from the CMAA’s 2026 World Conference & Club Business Expo through the accessible, online photo and video collections. Event photographs are available on CMAA’s Flickr page, where albums are organized by event and year, making it easy to browse.

For video content, visit CMAA’s YouTube channel. There you’ll find all the videos shown on-site plus interviews and highlight videos as well as other videos like the #ChooseClubs and New Member Orientation series.

Together, Flickr and YouTube provide an accessible digital archive for your use. For questions, please contact CMAA’s Director, Communications Kyle Jennings, CAE.

Membership Chair: April 1 Means Half Year-Half Dues

From April 1-August 31, all new members will pay $262.50 for their National dues (half-year, half-dues). Now is a great time to join and start taking advantage of the benefits that come along with being a CMAA member!

Research Chairman: Encourage Your Chapter’s World Conference Attendees to Complete the Event Survey

Please remind your Chapter members to share their thoughts on their World Conference experience so we can ensure that this event meets and exceeds expectations.

Student Chapter Liaison: Celebrating Innovation: Student & Faculty Highlights from World Conference

The 2026 World Conference & Club Business Expo in Anaheim, CA, was a masterclass in innovation, driven largely by the creativity of our academic community. Join us in congratulating the Faculty and Student Chapter members who shared their groundbreaking ideas at this year’s Student Chapter & Faculty Idea Fair and Shark Tank. 

Shark Tank Award Winners

• Winners: Sam Banhan & Cole Tyner, University of Houston – "Ask Milo"
• Finalists:
• University of North Texas “ClubIQ”
• University of Nevada, Las Vegas “Membership Uncovered”

Student Chapter Idea Fair Winners

• Best in Show: Johnson & Wales University, RI – Career Opportunities Map
• Membership Growth & Retention: Florida State University – Rewards for Engagement and Participation (Dailany Echeverria)
• Effective Onboarding: Florida State University – Club Tour Bonding Activities (Dailany Echeverria)
• Career Development: Johnson & Wales University, Charlotte – Student Networking Etiquette Dinner (Cara Martino)
• Networking & Collaborative Events: Florida State University – Student Organization Fair (Dailany Echeverria)
• Creative Fundraising: University of Massachusetts – Planting Seeds Early: A Workforce-Based Fundraising Initiative (Kendall Famularo)

Faculty Idea Fair Winners

• Best in Show: Mandy Ulicney, Kent State University – CMAA Design Challenge
• Advocacy for Club Management Careers: Rod Warnick, University of Massachusetts - Advocating for the Future
• Experiential Learning & Industry Partnerships: Rod Warnick, University of Massachusetts- Management in Motion

2025 Student Chapters of the Year

• Small: University of Delaware
• Medium: Niagara University
• Large: California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

These students and educators are the future of your clubs. We encourage you to reach out to these Student Chapters, acknowledge their hard work, and explore how their winning ideas can be implemented at your own properties.

Congratulations to all our winners for pushing the industry forward!