January 23, 2026
Professional Development
Congratulations to the Newest CCMs!
CMAA congratulates the 56 newest club management professionals to attain the designation of Certified Club Manager (CCM). This diverse group of individuals represents professionals working in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
First established in 1965, the CCM designation is the hallmark of professionalism in club management. It is a valuable, internationally recognized, and widely respected mark of an individual’s commitment to professional development and the club industry. The CCM designation indicates that a club management professional has completed a rigorous and extensive course of study and training and demonstrates a dedication to proficiency and expertise in club management.
Congratulations to these professionals who met their CCM requirements in the final quarter of 2025!
- Kristin Aleshire, CCM, Cliff Dwellers Club, Chicago, IL
- Joseph Bassani, CCM, Bay Head Yacht Club, Bay Head, NJ
- Robert T. Beuth, CCM, Dorset Field Club, Dorset, VT
- Jason Calkin, CCM, The Beach Club, Santa Monica, CA
- David Camion, CCM, Bonnie Doon Golf Club, Pagewood, New South Wales, Australia
- Nicholas S. Constantinou, CCM, Wellesley Country Club, Wellesley, MA
- Laura C. Corbett, CCM, Kensington Golf & Country Club, Bonita Springs, FL
- Ian Cottle, CCM, Burleigh Golf Club, Miami, Queensland, Australia
- Ashley V. Cuoco, CCM, Farmington Country Club, Charlottesville, VA
- Andrew Curtis, CCM, Green Acres Golf Club, Kew East, Victoria, Australia
- Jose Enrique Detaille, CCM, Austin Country Club, Austin, TX
- Stormy L. Flinchum, CCM, Governors Club, Chapel Hill, NC
- Courtney Flores, CCM, Golf Management Australia, Wyoming, New South Wales, Australia
- Clement F. Gelas, CCM, Talisker Club, Heber City, UT
- Andrew Gerbutavich, CCM, Millbrook Golf & Tennis Club, Millbrook, NY
- Nicholas Granich, CCM, Long Beach Yacht Club, Long Beach, CA
- Allen H. Green, CCM, Racquet & Tennis Club, New York, NY
- Phillip Grossman, CCM, Manor Country Club, Rockville, MD
- Joshua Hall, CCM, Lonsdale Links, Point Lonsdale, Victoria, Australia
- Katie Hall, CCM, Sequoyah Country Club, Oakland, CA
- Steven Hetzer, CCM, The Santaluz Club, San Diego, CA
- Corey Heyer, CCM, Canoe Brook Country Club, Summit, NJ
- Alfredo C. Hildebrandt, CCM, Lakewood Country Club, Westlake, OH
- Andrew M. Hollers, CCM, Country Club of Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
- Artie D. Keenan, CCM, Bay Head Yacht Club, Bay Head, NJ
- Hale Kelly, CCM, Sunrise Country Club, Palm Desert, CA
- Lisa Kelly, CCM, Chirnside Park Country Club, Chirnside Park, Victoria, Australia
- Christopher J. Kleinman, CCM, Egypt Valley Country Club, Ada, MI
- George Ladd, CCM, Essex County Club, Manchester, MA
- Alexandria LaRocca-Assumma, CCM, Scioto Country Club, Columbus, OH
- Taylor A. Larsen, CCM, Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, NC
- Mark Lazenby, CCM, Beaconhills Golf Club, Beaconsfields Upper, Victoria, Australia
- Amanda Lucas, CCM, DeBordieu Club, Georgetown, SC
- Alexander Madeiros, CCM, Berkeley Hall Club, Bluffton, SC
- Jeffrey Mayfield, CCM, Mountain Brook Club, Birmingham, AL
- Sam Miceli, CCM, Valley Lo Club, Glenview, IL
- Milton Moreira, CCM, The Moorings Golf & Country Club, Naples, FL
- Joseph Moultrie, CCM, Wicker Point Golf Club, Alexander City, AL
- David John Myers, CCM, Applebrook Golf Club, Malvern, PA
- William Norem, CCM, Ozaukee Country Club, Fox Point, WI
- Aaron Muirhead, CCM, Oxley Golf Club, Oxley, Queensland, Australia
- John Ofrecio, CCM, Ansley Golf Club, Atlanta, GA
- Joseph Pontuti, CCM, Oakland, NJ
- Jordan C. Rambin, CCM, Country Club of Florida, Village of Golf, FL
- Ben Russell, CCM, Long Reef Golf Club, Collaroy, New South Wales, Australia
- Jeffrey Sanchez, CCM, The Institute, Morgan Hill, CA
- Rebecca Smith, CCM, Maungakiekie Golf Club, Auckland, New Zealand
- Kevin Spicknell, CCM, Thomas Golf & Country Club, Union, ON, Canada
- Eric Stobaugh, CCM, University Club of Memphis, Memphis, TN
- Ted Strelec, CCM, Turtle Creek Club, Jupiter, FL
- Damien Todorovic, CCM, The Western Australian Golf Club, Yokine, Western Australia, Australia
- Andrew Tuzzeo, CCM, Old Baldy Club, Saratoga, WY
- Jennifer Vollmer, CCM, The Oakville Club, Oakville, ON, Canada
- Stephen Whitson, CCM, San Jose Country Club, FL, Jacksonville, FL
- Karen A. Wedlock, CCM, Collier's Reserve Country Club, Naples, FL
- Annette S. Whittley, CCM, Kopplin Kuebler & Wallace, Gaithersburg, MD
Membership and Member Benefits
President & CEO’s Perspective: How Internships Power the Future of Clubs
Inspiring talented students and professionals to pursue meaningful careers in clubs begins with showcasing clubs as a dynamic and rewarding career destination. One of the most effective ways to encourage students to choose club management as their career path is through hands-on internship experiences. Internships are invaluable to our industry. Explore CMAA’s Verified Internship Program to learn how your club can participate in developing the next generation of club leaders.
Eight Club Management Professionals Awarded the Kendall Scholarship
The Club Foundation announces the 2025 Willmoore H. Kendall Scholars:
- Sam Bailey, Assistant General Manager, Fort Wayne Country Club, Fort Wayne, IN
- Diane Easter, Clubhouse Manager, The Commonwealth Club, Richmond, VA
- Elliott Freeman, Director of Youth Activities and Aquatics, Governors Club, Chapel Hill, NC
- Molly Knop, Director of Membership, Oakland Hills Country Club, Bloomfield Hills, MI
- Brittany Lewis, Food and Beverage Director, Baltimore Country Club, Baltimore, MD
- Kevin Pollack, Portland, OR
- Krystal Nicole Sawyer, Assistant Clubhouse Manager, Old Town Club, Winston-Salem, NC
- Cory Siegel, Clubhouse Manager, Portland Golf Club, Portland, OR
The Willmoore H. Kendall Scholarship was established in memory of 1998 Club Management Association of America (CMAA) President Willmoore “Bill” Kendall, CCM. He was well-known for his heartfelt openness to mentoring aspiring professionals in the industry. Kendall was an ardent supporter of CMAA and dedicated countless hours as a Chapter and National volunteer. This highly competitive scholarship provides funding for club management professionals to complete all the professional development programs needed to obtain their Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation.
CMAA President and CEO Jeff Morgan, FASAE, CAE, explains, "This prestigious and highly competitive scholarship empowers club management professionals to deepen their expertise, expand their perspectives, and advance confidently toward their professional aspirations.”
2025 Recipient Diane Easter shared, “I am so honored to receive the Willmoore H. Kendall Scholarship and look forward to starting my journey to the CCM designation. This scholarship will allow me to focus on continuing to grow in my knowledge of the club industry and bring what I learn back to my club to benefit both our staff and members. The financial benefit of this scholarship relieves a burden for clubs with limited budgets, and I am beyond excited about what this gift will help me accomplish.”
For more information, please visit clubfoundation.org.
Interns Anyone?
If your club plans to hire interns soon, CMAA has resources to help with that process. No matter what your club’s size or how many interns you’re looking to bring on, we’re here to help you build a strong, and successful internship experience. Here are some options:
- Internship Job Board: Log in to cmaa.org and choose Fill Positions to post your Internships. Start listing your opportunities now. These free ads run for 12 weeks and can be renewed. Be sure to check INTERN in Step 3.
- Career Opportunities & Networking Showcase: World Conference and Club Business Expo attendees can attend the Career Opportunities & Networking Showcase at the Club Business Expo on Thursday, February 19, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. to connect with CMAA Student attendees and interact with the next generation of club industry leaders. This event has limited space, so sign up today to reserve your table.
- Verified Internship Program (VIP): Because clubs differ widely in their membership size, culture, and offerings, it may be difficult for students to know exactly what they can expect from their internship experience. This program can help guide you in managing the expectations of students, faculty, and managers, and showcases what a career in the club industry looks like. Read VIP At-A-Glance and then consider joining today.
Contact Karen Woodie with any questions.
Showcase Your Student Chapter. Build Your Network. Launch Your Career.
CMAA’s World Conference & Club Business Expo in Anaheim, CA, is fast approaching and brings together CMAA students and club professionals for meaningful connection, learning, and career exploration.
On Thursday, February 19, from 1:00–3:00 p.m., the Career Opportunities & Networking Showcase, held at the Club Business Expo, invites club management professionals to sign up and participate in direct networking with CMAA student members. This interactive forum allows clubs to promote employment and internship opportunities, meet prospective candidates, and engage in career-focused conversations. Students will have the opportunity to network with hiring clubs, explore career paths, and discuss their professional goals with industry leaders.
On Friday, February 20, from 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., experience the innovation and energy of CMAA’s Student Chapters at the Student Chapter Showcase. This interactive event gives Student Chapters the opportunity to highlight their most impactful initiatives while exchanging ideas and connecting with fellow students, alumni, and club managers. It’s a chance to showcase the creativity, leadership, and talent of the next generation of club management professionals.
Last call to participate: Student Chapters must reserve a table for the Student Chapter Showcase by Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 12:00 noon ET.
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Resources
Submit Your Data: CMAA Governance and Policy Survey
We invite you to participate in the CMAA Governance and Policy Survey, a key initiative focused on understanding governance structures and policies within the private club industry.
Your insights will directly contribute to a comprehensive report prepared by Club Benchmarking, designed to help club leaders benchmark their governance practices and strengthen strategic decision-making.
The survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete, and all responses will remain confidential.
The deadline for participation is Friday, February 6. Please, only ONE submission per club. Your participation will help create a resource that benefits the entire club community.
If you have any questions, please contact us. Thank you for your time and commitment to advancing governance excellence in our industry.
Cybersecurity Staff Training Courses Available on CMAA’s Club Resource Center
CMAA’s Club Resource Center (CRC) course line-up offers five new cybersecurity training courses for you and your staff. They include:
- Cybersecurity Overview
- Workplace Security Basics 2.0
- Cybersecurity - Staying Safe Online 3.0
- Social Engineering 2.0
- Introduction to Ransomware 2.0
A subscription to CMAA’s CRC brings a broad scope of online interactive training courses to all your club’s staff. Contact Bob Gould for a full CRC course list or more information.
Trends and News
Apply by January 30: 2026 National Golf Day Travel Stipends Available
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.
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.
To encourage and enable more diverse member participation, CMAA, with funding from The Club Foundation, has created a travel stipend to help defray the cost of attendance. CMAA members can apply for a National Golf Day travel stipend applicable to cover the cost of travel and accommodations (up to $1,500).
Apply for consideration by January 30. Selections and notifications will be made no later than March 1.