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March 25, 2019

168: Live from the Club Leadership Summit 2019

On this episode, we bring you live interviews from the Club Leadership Summit held at Ascot Racecourse just outside of London. Leighton Walker chats first with Juan Fernandez of Centro Nacional de Golf in Madrid. Juan, who ha...

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March 18, 2019

167: 3 Ways to Use Google Reviews for PR & Membership

Gabe discusses why Google reviews are so important to your club's online reputation. You'll learn why it's so powerful and his top 3 strategies on how to use the platform. He'll teach you how to answer negative reviews and wh...

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March 11, 2019

166: Henry Delozier on Millennials

Henry Delozier joins us to discuss Global Golf Advisors' updated millennial research. Find out what the driving motivations are for millennials who want to join a private club and much more. Henry DeLozier is considered one o...

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March 4, 2019

165: BC Golf Maintenance Solutions on Board Chats

On this episode we chat with Dean Wochaski and Bill Nauroth of Golf Maintenance Solutions. Dean & Bill will discuss their top agronomy tips for greens committees. After this episode, you'll be better prepared to tackle the BI...

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Feb. 24, 2019

164: Why Your Club Needs Video

On this episode, we chat with Corey Saban. He's a former Emmy nominated and Associated Press award-winning TV journalist. His media career encompassed interviews with the some of the world’s most respectable and recognizable ...

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Feb. 18, 2019

163: Michael Crandal - Plutonium Club Leadership

The incomparable, Michael Crandal CNG, joins us to discuss the new book, T he ABC's of Plutonium Private Club Leadership . The book launches on February 27th in Nashville, TN at the CMAA World Conference. Get all the details ...

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Feb. 11, 2019

162: Frank Vain on Board Development Committees

What if instead of doing something new, you worked on doing what you do 20% better? Gabe chats about this lesson he learned and how it is transforming his business while still keeping feeding his creative need. We also chat …

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Feb. 4, 2019

161: Michael Crandal Encore Episode

Michael Crandal joins us on this encore episode to discuss Food & Beverage at private clubs. Don't forget to pick up your copy of the ABC's of Plutonium Private Club Leadership at http://plutonium.club Follow us on the social...

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Jan. 28, 2019

160: Membership Marketing Secrets Revealed

Rick Coffey and Gabe discuss membership marketing tips for 2019. Learn why retention should be a critical focus of every membership director's job. For those who stick around, you'll get a special treat. Follow us on the soci...

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Jan. 21, 2019

159: You're Not Actually in the Club Business

If you think because you manage a club, govern or work at a club you're in the club business, you're wrong. In this episode, Gabe will explain what business you're actually in. Gary Collins of Master Club Advisors also joins …

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Jan. 14, 2019

158: 12 Golden Keys to Hospitality Excellence

Frank Benzakour joins us to share his insights and expertise on superior management which he’s complied in his new book, 12 Golden Keys to Hospitality Excellence. We discuss three principles from the book and much more. Frank...

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Jan. 7, 2019

157: Matt Hagnauer, Crestview CC

In this episode, we take a deep dive into food & beverage hospitality with Matt Hagnauer, Food and Beverage Manager at Crestview CC in Wichita, Kansas. We discuss the importance of hospitality and customer service and knowing...

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Dec. 31, 2018

156: Best of 2018

On this episode we recap conversations from our Top 5 Interviews of 2018! You'll hear the best nuggets from each of our most downloaded episodes. You'll also find out which countries our listeners came from as we announce the...

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Dec. 24, 2018

155: Terry Clark & Henry Wallmeyer

On this episode we chat with Terry Clark of Club Advisors. Terry shares what every club is looking for in their next chef. You’ll learn what skills to work on and how to showcase your talent to the board or …

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Dec. 17, 2018

154: Hook Security

Cyber attacks are a huge threat. What is your club doing to prevent them? If the answer is, "not much" or "it's not really on our radar", than this is an episode you'll need to hear and share with your …

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Dec. 10, 2018

153: Richard & Sally Haygarth, Maple Leaf Golf

Does mini golf, an escape room or a pink waterfall have any place on at a private golf club? Richard & Sally Haygarth of Maple Leaf Golf think so, and they let us in on their outside the box thinking …

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Dec. 3, 2018

152: Stuart Gillett, Golf at Goodwood

On this episode we highlight a fascinating property in the English Countryside - Golf at Goodwood. You'll learn all about the history and tradition of the property from their general manager, Stuart Gillett. You'll also learn...

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Nov. 26, 2018

151: Henry Wallmeyer & Brad Steele

Henry Wallmeyer, President of the National Club Association, joins us to discuss their newest partnership with Eloquence Magazine. We also talk about their partnership with the McMahon Group for a new private club industry aw...

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Nov. 19, 2018

150: Golf Life Navigators

Jason Becker of Golf Life Navigators joins us to discuss the results of their 3rd quarter home buyers report. He shares some interesting and unexpected survey results. Hannah Eanes also join us to recap some lessons gleaned f...

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Nov. 12, 2018

149: Board Chats - Real Estate Development Issues with Ridgewood Esta…

On this episode we'll discuss real estate and land development issues with Jonathan Grebow and Michael Plotnick of Ridgewood Estates. Their fascinating insights into private club real estate developments is entertaining and e...

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Nov. 5, 2018

148: Productivity Hacks with Sean Bleyl - MembersFirst

Sean Bleyl of MembersFirst joins us to discuss a number of productivity tips to help free up you and your staff. He'll break down some of his best advice on how to harness the wonderful technology that's now available includi...

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Oct. 29, 2018

147: Golf Club Talk UK Launch

Golf Club Talk UK is the Golf Radio Network's newest show hosted by Leighton Walker and Eddie Bullock. This show provides an entertaining and informative look at Golf Club life in the UK featuring the latest news and informat...

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Oct. 22, 2018

146: Sand Creek Country Club Profile

On this episode we profile Sand Creek County Club. You'll learn what it was like for the club's staff to go through an ownership transition. You'll also learn what changes the club has gone through since the transition. Also ...

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Oct. 15, 2018

145: Andy Brown Toro

Many clubs are trying to do more with less. Andy Brown comes on to tell us how Toro is allowing clubs to do this. He shares some of the sustainability efforts the Toro Company is rolling out to help clubs …

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