Check out this episode of Board Chats here on Private Club Radio, brought to you by our friends Concert Golf Partners, where Chris Laver shares how his team engaged with Concert Golf to rejuvenate The Club at Pasadera. Learn about the trust placed in Concert Golf Partners to enhance the club's facilities and services without losing its cherished traditions and personality. This episode is a deep dive into the balance of innovation and tradition in club management Click here to learn more about how Concert Golf can help your club or  to set up a confidential call with Peter Nanula! Follow ..read more

On this episode we celebrate the 10 year mile stone of the CMAA Communications Summit. We chat with Jackie Singleton Director of Member & Community Engagement from TCC (The Country Club of Brookline) as well Victoria Burns and Sean Bleyl from MembersFirst.  What started as a modest meet up with 15 clubs, it’s transformed into a dynamic 95 club collaboration.   Learn how club communications have evolved from basic admin tasks to the heart of member engagement. We’ll share insights on leveraging data-driven strategies and private social platforms to enhance your club’s connect ..read more

Join us for a fun and enlightening chat with Jay Schwendelson, an email marketing guru and private club aficionado. In today’s episode, we dive deep into the art of crafting catchy email subject lines and the game-changing effects of personalizing your messages. With Jay’s unique insights as both a marketing expert and a club member, he offers valuable tips that will help private clubs not just reach their members, but truly connect with them. Get ready to laugh and learn as we explore the often-overlooked world of email pre-headers and how a little creativity can drastically improve your open ..read more

Join us for a fun and enlightening chat with Jay Schwendelson, an email marketing guru and private club aficionado. In today’s episode, we dive deep into the art of crafting catchy email subject lines and the game-changing effects of personalizing your messages. With Jay’s unique insights as both a marketing expert and a club member, he offers valuable tips that will help private clubs not just reach their members, but truly connect with them. Get ready to laugh and learn as we explore the often-overlooked world of email pre-headers and how a little creativity can drastically improve your open ..read more

In this podcast episode, we dive into Ed Gaskell's remarkable journey of career transformation following Hurricane Katrina. As the General Manager of the Southern Yacht Club, Ed shares his transition from owning a tennis club to leading a historic yacht club under a board of directors. He discusses how the hurricane reshaped his career, pushing him into roles demanding greater collaboration and shared leadership. Join us to learn how Ed navigated from managing a small tennis facility to overseeing large-scale operations at prestigious clubs, including Bocage and the Southern Yacht Club. He rev ..read more

On the latest episode of Private Club Radio, Denny Corby and David Kent of Crown Colony swing into the $12 million transformation of their 25-year-old golf course. We're dissecting the overhaul process, from the greens to the clubhouse, and sharing how they sold this hefty investment to the members. It's not all about turf talk; we also dish on boosting the member experience with swanky new dining and chill-out zones. Hear firsthand how the club is balancing its golf roots with fresh social enhancements. We're debating the fine art of satisfying traditionalists while introducing hip hangouts ..read more

Ever wondered how club managers navigate the choppy waters of significant renovations while keeping their cool? That's exactly what we uncover with Josh Paris, whose recent triumph in a club overhaul is nothing short of a masterclass in leadership. I may have lost to Josh in our poker game at the CMA conference, but I won valuable insights into the complex art of club renovations, learning how to juggle historical preservation with modern enhancements. From addressing supply chain headaches to expanding historical structures, we discuss the secrets to managing member expectations and keeping t ..read more

Embark on a culinary journey with us as we sit down with Diana DeLucia, the gastronomic innovator behind Golf Kitchen, and unravel the tapestry of gourmet dining within the world of golf clubs. We're not just talking about your average clubhouse fare; this is about the transformation of the golf course gastronomy scene, where kitchens become as prestigious as the greens they overlook. Witness the story of Golf Kitchen's inception, from Diana's shift away from the hustle of New York's food scene to her focus on the unsung heroes behind golf club menus. With a nod to her impressive book series a ..read more

When Kathy first stepped into the bustling lobby of her New York internship, she couldn't have known it would be the launchpad for her illustrious career in club management. Now, with years of experience under her belt, she joins us to share her extraordinary journey—it's a tale rich with the wisdom of mentorship, the juggling act of work-life balance, and the strategic finesse required to lead not just one, but two vibrant club chapters. Kathy's candid narrative offers a roadmap for navigating the complexities of a profession that intertwines service, leadership, and community. Kathy gives u ..read more

Join us as Nardimar Koch, GM of Glen Oak Country Club, shares her inspiring journey from the Puerto Rican mountains to the heights of finance and club management in Northeastern Pennsylvania.  From Glenmaura, Ohoopee Match Club, to now Glen Oak Country Club. Discover how mentorship, resilience, and embracing her cultural identity played pivotal roles in her ascent. Get an insider's look into the exclusive world of private clubs and the challenges of leading with integrity and innovation in a traditionally male-dominated field. Follow us on the socials Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate C ..read more