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June 3, 2019

178: Board Chats - Golf Club of Amelia Island

In this episode, we profile the Golf Club of Amelia Island. General Manager, Dave DeMay, and Head Pro, Jason Hill, join us to chat about the club. The club features 18 holes of championship golf, two lighted hard tennis court...

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May 28, 2019

177: Mindset and Leadership

This conversation will provide an understanding of the power of mindset, and how by leveraging it both personally and professionally, increased individual, team, and organizational performance will result. On this episode we'...

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May 20, 2019

176: Tips on Successful Internships

On today's episode we chat with Hannah Eanes of the Professional Club Marketing Association. You'll learn why interns can be a valuable asset to your club. If you're thinking of taking the plunge, you'll learn three ways to g...

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May 13, 2019

175: The Future of Private City Clubs

Ryan Wilson, CEO of The Gathering Spot joins us to discuss his unique concept in Atlanta. You'll learn what makes the club of one-of-a-kind private club experience. We chat about how the club was founded and their plans for e...

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May 6, 2019

174: Throw Better Events with The Club Entertainer Denny Corby

On episode 175 we chat with Denny Corby whose comedy, magic and mind reading show for private clubs delights audiences around the country. This is Denny's second time on the show. He provided so much value last time, we had t...

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April 29, 2019

173: Mark Bado, MCM - Myers Park CC

Mark has over 25 years of experience in the private club industry. He began his career with the accounting firm of Deloitte where he was a financial advisor to several private clubs. Oakmont Country Club then hired him to be ...

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April 22, 2019

172: BC Plantation GCC

On this episode we chat with Bill Trent who sits on the board at Plantation Golf & Country Club in Venice, Florida. Bill shares his experience finding a solution to the challenges their club faced. Some great lessons include:...

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April 15, 2019

171: Arnold Palmer's Legacy Lives On In Latrobe

On this week's episode, we're live on location in Latrobe, PA chatting with Don Emery and assistant golf professional John Beck about the legacy of Arnold Palmer and the indelible mark he's left on a small town. You'll learn ...

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April 8, 2019

170: Neurolinguistic Programming

Can you really change your behavior by changing the way you speak or the way you think? Jason Schneider of Perception Academy shows you how you can with the science of neurolinguistic programming. Jason explains what NLP is a...

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April 1, 2019

169: Board Chats with Club Board Professionals

The dynamic duo of David Duval and Joseph Abely of Club Board Professionals join Peter Nanula of Concert Golf Partners in this edition of Board Chats. After serving on their own club boards and then having worked with boards ...

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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 w...

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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 GM. You’ll also fi...

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