March 4, 2022
Professional Development
Earn Education Credits for Your College Degree
An easy way to earn education credits is by submitting your transcripts from your college/university coursework. If you’ve taken a college course or completed a degree program, that coursework can be transferred into CMAA credit.
Mangers with a four-year, non-hospitality degree can earn up to 90 credits and managers with a four-year, hospitality degree can earn up to 150 credits. Full-time attendance in a non-hospitality program is awarded 20 credits per academic year. Full-time attendance in a hospitality program is awarded 35 credits per academic year. Degree recipients are awarded 10 credits per degree. Managers can also earn up to 90 credits with an Associate degree in hospitality. CMAA will also award credits for individual college courses.
To take advantage of this opportunity, simply have your institution send us an official transcript. Your transcript should be sent directly from the institution to Manager, Certification & Education, Sonya Rome. You can have a paper copy sent using the CMAA address or electronically via email.
Your World Conference Feedback Is Requested
Thank you to all who attended this year’s World Conference and Club Business Expo. Please share your thoughts on the World Conference so we can ensure that this event meets your needs. Your time is valuable so this survey is short and should take no more than 5 minutes to complete. On behalf of the CMAA Board of Directors and team, we are so glad you could be with us in San Diego and greatly appreciate your feedback. We look forward to being together again next year for the 2023 World Conference and Club Business Expo, February 24-28, in Orlando, FL!
Membership & Member Benefits
Review the Official Board of Directors Election Results
The Club Management Association of America announces its 2022 Officers and Board of Directors. Voting was conducted both online and on site in San Diego, CA, and the election results were announced at the Closing Business Session, held at the conclusion of CMAA’s 2022 World Conference and Club Business Expo.
The 2022 Board will be led by the Executive Committee including:
- Chairman Mitchell Platt, MCM, CCE, General Manager, Cosmos Club, Washington, DC;
- Vice Chairman Michael Seabrook, CCM, CCE, General Manager/Chief Operating Officer, Belle Meade Country Club, Nashville, TN;
- Secretary–Treasurer Joe Mendez, CCM, CCE, General Manager, Riverton Country Club, Cinnaminson, NJ; and
- Immediate Past Chairman Brian Kroh, CCM, General Manager, John’s Island Club, Vero Beach, FL.
Newly elected or re-elected as Directors are:
- Janine Budzius, CCM, CCE, General Manager/COO, Philadelphia Country Club, Gladwyne, PA, re-elected to a three-year term;
- John Dorman, CCM, General Manager, The University Club, New York, NY, re-elected to a one-year term;
- Jack Slaughter, CCM, CCE, General Manager/Chief Operating Officer, Carolina Country Club, Raleigh, NC, newly elected to a three-year term; and
- William Shonk, CCM, CCE, General Manager, Princess Anne Country Club, Virginia Beach, VA, re-elected to a three-year term.
Directors continuing to serve on the CMAA Board are:
- Eric Dietz, CCM, CCE, PGA, Chief Operating Officer, Mountain Lake, Lake Wales, FL;
- Joseph Krenn, CCM, CCE, General Manager/Chief Executive Officer, Farmington Country Club, Charlottesville, VA;
- Richard LaRocca, CCM, CCE, General Manager/Chief Operating Officer, Beechmont Country Club, Cleveland, OH;
- Casey Newman, CCM, Club Manager, River Oaks Country Club, Houston, TX; and
- Michael S. Wheeler, MCM, CCE, General Manager/Chief Operating Officer, Cherokee Town & Country Club, Atlanta, GA.
The CMAA Board of Directors is comprised of 13 club management professionals committed to ensuring the existence and growth of a thriving club industry led by CMAA-educated professionals, through the adoption and implementation of CMAA's Strategic Plan. The Board works collaboratively with the membership, National Committees and Task Forces, Partners, and the National Headquarters team, to advance the profession and the greater industry.
CMAA Welcomes Four New Fellows at World Conference
Four club industry leaders have been selected for the 2022 class of Fellows. Created in 2019, the CMAA Fellows Program is an honorary recognition program distinguishing those CMAA members who embody the leadership, integrity, involvement, and contributions of excelling club management professionals. Each of these individuals has made a significant impact toward the betterment of the profession and CMAA throughout their active careers.
Officially announced and recognized at the Opening Business Session of the 2022 World Conference and Club Business Expo, the Class of 2022 inductees are:
- Damon J. DiOrio, CCM, CCE, Desert Mountain Club, Scottsdale, AZ
- Robert J. Gusella, CCM, CCE, The Clubs at Houston Oaks, Hockley, TX
- Kurt D. Kuebler, CCM, Kopplin Kuebler & Wallace, Jupiter, FL
- Jesse K. Thorpe, CCM, CCE, Palm Coast, FL
The Fellows selection process includes a peer nomination; an in-depth application describing the individual's innovation, leadership, and commitment to the profession; interviews with the peer-comprised selection committee; and selection from among a group of highly qualified candidates.
In its fourth year, the CMAA Fellows community is comprised of a total of 28 individuals who serve as thought leaders, mentors, and champions of the Association and the club industry at large. Once honored, the distinction of CMAA Fellow is a lifetime recognition.
Chapter of the Year Winners Announced at Conference
Outstanding chapters were honored at CMAA’s World Conference & Club Business Expo in San Diego, CA. The Chapter of the Year (COY) award competition recognizes outstanding work, participation, and accomplishments by CMAA Chapters. Many chapters worked hard to fill the top spots, a fact that was reflected in the extremely close races in each of the chapter size categories. Top honors went to:
Small Chapters
First Place: Evergreen Chapter
Second Place: Tennessee Volunteer Chapter
Most Improved: Utah Chapter
Medium Chapters
First Place: Pittsburgh Chapter
Second Place: Upper Midwest Chapter
Most Improved: Virginias Chapter
Large Chapters
First Place: Connecticut Chapter
Second Place: Golden State Chapter
Most Improved: Metropolitan Chapter
Congratulations to these chapters on this time-honored achievement. To reward the winning chapters’ efforts, each first-place chapter is eligible to receive a $3,000 Education Grant, second-place chapters are eligible to receive $2,000 Education Grant, and Most Improved chapters are eligible to receive a $1,000 Education Grant, all sponsored by The Club Foundation.
Impressive accomplishments were abundant—all CMAA members should be proud of the level of excellence that exists within the Association’s chapter system. Thank you to Chapter of the Year Chairman Jim Reisig, CCM, and the panel of judges: Brian Donohoe, Kipp Johnson, CCM, Stephanie Morefield, Joseph Nicaj, and Tyler Zust.
Thank You for Supporting The Club Foundation at World Conference
Club Love Fun Run/Walk
We were excited to see so many runners and walkers join us for the in-person 5K portion of the Run/Walk this year. Special thanks to those that participated virtually and in-person and to our t-shirt sponsor, David Rio. Together we ran/walked/biked 5380 miles and raised $9,841. Congratulations to those who placed.
The Club Foundation Golf Tournament
A beautiful day at the Coronado Golf Course provided a perfect backdrop for the golf tournament. This event ushered in the 2022 World Conference festivities with 110 golfers participating! Special thanks to Nick Kimmel, wounded veteran, and Tim Wegscheid, Executive Director at Tee It Up for the Troops for joining the fun!
After Dark Event
The Club Foundation was pleased to present this year’s After Dark Event the Marriott Marquis. The evening was full of fun, dancing, and connecting with friends and colleagues one last time before the end of the week. Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor ClubProcure, a CMAA Education Partner, and our Supporting Sponsor, Strategic Club Solutions.
Donations
During Conference, The Club Foundation also offered an opportunity to send direct donations in support of future scholarships and grants. If you didn’t get a chance to donate, text CLUBS to 41444 or donate through our website.
Did You Know: You Can Find Conference Photos on CMAA’s Flickr Page
Did you have a great week in San Diego and want to remember? Are you putting together your post-Conference report and need a visual aid? You can find photos from CMAA’s World Conference and Club Business Expo as well as other CMAA events on CMAA’s Flickr Page.
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Resources
Back From World Conference—Keep the Energy Up With the CRC!
Following the connection, education, and momentum you embraced at World Conference—keep the energy up and bring it into your club! CMAA’s Club Resource Center (CRC) includes all the staff training your club needs. With a CRC subscription, your leadership and staff team will have access to hundreds of essential training courses and resources to take them to the next level—all for less than $100 a month.
Learn more about the Club Resource Center, an interactive training and resource platform for your entire team, by scheduling a 15-minute demo. Ready to sign your team up?
Access the 2022 Conference Report Template
Need an easy way to share your Conference experience with your Board of Directors or management? Access the 2022 Conference Report template. Designed in Microsoft Word with customizable fields, you can document your sessions attended, key takeaways, and ideas generated for short- and long-term implementation. Once complete, you can present to your Board and/or management and illustrate the value of your World Conference attendance.
Trends and News
Registration Opens for 2022 Virtual National Golf Day
National Golf Day serves as the pinnacle advocacy event of the year for the American Golf Industry Coalition, formerly known as We Are Golf. As a coalition of golf industry leaders, National Golf Day will celebrate its 14th annual event in 2022.
National Golf Day will take place May 10-11. The virtual event will begin with a 90-minute Virtual Industry Roundtable and Legislative Training on May 10 at 1:00 p.m. EDT. On May 11, advocates will participate in more than 200 legislative meetings with Members of Congress.
There is no cost to participate. Join CMAA’s Advocacy Committee and Legislative Chairmen in this important opportunity to make your voice heard on issues impacting our industry.
For additional questions, please contact Melissa Low, CAE, CMAA’s Senior Director, Communications & Advocacy. Registration will close Friday, April 8.
Association Calendar
| Mar 7-11 | BMI Leadership Principles–Los Angeles, CA |
| Mar 7-11 | BMI Strategic Leadership–Boston, MA |
| Mar 10 | CSFA Webinar: Integrating CBD into your Club Operations |
| Mar 14-18 | BMI Club Management–Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA (FULL) |
| Mar 14-18 | BMI General Manager/Chief Operating Officer–Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI |
| May 3-5 | National Committee Days |
| May 10-11 | National Golf Day |
| May 16-20 | BMI Golf Management–The Club at Admirals Cove, Jupiter, FL (FULL) |
Webinars begin at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time, unless otherwise noted
Webinar registration opens approximately seven days prior to event
Additional webinars will be posted as they are scheduled