Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/camp-corporate Bridging Corporate Strategies with Camp Excellence In this episode of the Camp Owners Podcast, guest Mario Del Cueto from Mountain Camp Marin shares valuable strategies from his corporate experience that he integrates into camp management. From improving team communication, enhancing interviews, and capturing valuable performance data to solving problems and getting feedback from parents, campers, and staff, Mario provides actionable insights. He also dives into innovative onboarding practices, leveraging the 80-20 ..read more

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/director-insights The Changing Landscape of Camps: Insights from Nick Teich With conference season fast approaching and many of us well into our “off-season” to-do list, we are excited to welcome Nick Teich from Fairwinds Camp Consulting to the Camp Owners Podcast. Nick has been a presenter at many ACA events and his recent article in Camping Magazine called Camp Director Insights — And the Importance of It All made us curious about unpacking his findings and to explore some of the big takeaways from the article. Highlights: 03:3 ..read more

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/family-foley Navigating Family Succession at Camp Foley In this episode of The Camp Owners Podcast, hosts Kelly Schuna and Howie Grossinger continue their conversation with Alli and Marie from Camp Foley. They delve into the family's recent leadership transition as Marie retires and Allie takes the helm of the camp. The group discusses the history of Camp Foley, the challenges and learnings of transitioning leadership, and offers tips for families undergoing similar transitions at their camps. Additionally, they highlight the impo ..read more

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/campahead/scenario-planning-101 Exploring Camp Futures: Key Drivers and Scenario Planning In this episode of Camp Ahead, hosts Joe, Jess, and KJ  expand on the idea of scenario planning as an essential tool for thinking about the future. They discuss key drivers such as climate change, economics, demographics, technological advancements, and social shifts that can shape the next decade of summer camps. Through imaginative scenario planning, they aim to prepare the industry for both positive and challenging futures. Tune in as they expl ..read more

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/campahead/intro-to-mental-time-travel Welcome to Camp Ahead: The Futurology of the Summer Camp Industry In this inaugural episode of the Camp Ahead podcast, Joe Richards, KJ Williams, and Jess Elfring-Roberts dive into the concept of future-proofing the summer camp industry. They discuss the importance of mental time travel, scenario planning, and preparing for larger global issues like climate change, financial instability, demographics, and migration. The hosts share their personal experiences and outline the goals for the podcast, emphas ..read more

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/milestones-2024 Celebrating 100 Years: Tips from Camp Foley's Milestone Event In this episode of the Camp Owners Podcast, Kelly Schuna and Howie Grossinger talk to Marie Schmid and Alli Faricy from Camp Foley about celebrating their 100th anniversary. They discuss planning tips, lessons learned, and details from the milestone event. Topics include scheduling, event activities, alumni engagement, and maintaining camp traditions. This episode offers valuable insights for camp owners planning similar celebrations. Highlights: 02:55 ..read more

Find full notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/lgtbq-at-camp Camp Owners are responsible for making their camp an inclusive, welcoming and affirming space for participants and staff of all sexes and gender identities. Period.  Today we are discussing what Howie and I feel is a really important topic in our world today and in the camp industry - gender.  A 2019 Pew Research stuff found that 35 percent of Generation Z say they personally know someone who uses gender-neutral pronouns like “they” and “them,” compared to a quarter of millennials who said the same.  There ..read more

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/j-gold-crossover Inside the Camp Ownership World: Success Stories and Challenges In this crossover episode from the Day Camp Pod, Join Andy Pritikin, Sam Thompson, and Justin Pritikin as they delve into the inspiring story of Jonathan Gold, a successful operator of three large private day camps in New Jersey. In this episode, Jonathan shares his journey, the risks and challenges he took on, and the lessons learned along the way. The second half brings in Justin to discuss how the next generation of camp operators can succeed. The ..read more

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/new-owner-jason-samuel Want to own your own camp? Here is the perfect case study from Jason Samuel! Join Kelly and Howie on the Camp Owners Podcast as they delve into the journey of Jason Samuel, the new owner of The Nature Place. Jason shares insights from his transition from a sailing instructor to camp owner, the rich history of The Nature Place, and the challenges faced, especially during the pandemic. Discover the importance of networking, financing strategies, and leveraging support systems within the camp industry. Learn ab ..read more

Find full links and show notes at: Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/building-the-best-team Don’t just build it - grow it, sustain it, watch it thrive. All of us are constantly looking to make our teams better whether it's the addition of personnel who add fresh ideas, the re-organization of our team structure and roles or an examination of how team members interact and communicate.  Ultimately our goal is to create the highest functioning team possible. We are excited to have Dave Malter, who is an educator, trainer and life-long camp guy to share his though ..read more