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April 22, 2024

342: Email ISN'T Dead: Effective Strategies for Private Clubs w/ Jay …

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 e...

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April 17, 2024

341: Weathering the Storm w/ Ed Gaskell - Southern Yacht Club

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...

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April 14, 2024

340: The Employee Oasis: Rethinking Employee Spaces w/ Billy Panagiot…

Denny Corby chats with Billy Panagiotopoulos, General Manager of the Country Club of Darien, about transforming their employee lounge into a space that creates a community where every staff member feels valued. They discuss t...

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April 10, 2024

339: Driving Value: A $12 Million Golf Upgrade w/ David Kent, PGA

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...

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April 7, 2024

338: The Staircase of Escalation w/ Josh Paris, CCM, CCE

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 mas...

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April 3, 2024

337: Behind the Scenes with Golf's Culinary Visionary Diana DeLucia

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 yo...

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April 1, 2024

336: Community Building & Managing 2 CMAA Chapters w/ Kathy Collins

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 j...

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March 24, 2024

335: From Ledgers to Leadership: Breaking Barriers in The Club World …

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 Clu...

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March 22, 2024

334: CMAA 2024 World Conference Recap & Review

Join me for a personal recap of the CMAA World Conference in Vegas! T hrough my eyes, explore the essential takeaways on hospitality, leadership, and the latest industry trends. I found this event to be a treasure trove of le...

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March 18, 2024

333: Serving Success in Tennis Leadership w/ Ed Shanaphy

This epiosde Ed Shanaphy from Beyond the Baselines Consulting and Management Group, dives into the tennis club outsourcing world. We're going to talk about how hiring experts can make clubs run better and give members a great...

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March 10, 2024

332: The Unwritten Melody of Club Culture w/ Ira Berkowitz

From strumming the sax to steering a country club, my guest Ira Berkowitz plays the melody of an unconventional career shift that'll tune your interest to the harmonies of club management. Together, we chat through the corrid...

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March 6, 2024

331: Joe Trauger NCA Update Feb 2024

Unlock the secrets behind the private club industry's immense contribution to economic vitality as I, Denny Corby, host an intriguing session with Joe Trauger, the mastermind at the helm of the NCA. Together, we'll venture th...

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March 4, 2024

330: Educating & Entertaining w/ NCA's John Good

Ever had the pleasure of attending an event that felt like it was curated just for you? Join us as we sit down with John C. Good, the brain behind the National Club Association's (NCA) bespoke events and member engagement. Jo...

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Feb. 28, 2024

329: Board Chats: The Business of Bunkers w/ Chris Coen, Glen Oaks Co…

In this episode, of Board Chats, presented by our friends Concert Golf Partners . We dive into the world of golf management with insights from Chris Cohen, Director of Agronomy at Glen Oaks Country Club. We explore the staffi...

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Feb. 26, 2024

328: Heroes, Biographies, and the Irish Experience w/ John McCormick …

This episode brings us right into the heart of club life, from an eye-opening encounter with a mafia incident to the magic of transforming club events with humor and illusion. We're joined by industry expert John McCormick, C...

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Feb. 19, 2024

327: A Story of Service, Strategy, & Success w/ Randy St. John CCM, C…

Catch our talk with Randy St John, GM/COO of the Tuxedo Club, as he shares insights from his journey in hospitality, from nearly selling cars to leading one of the top clubs. He highlights the importance of treating staff wel...

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Feb. 14, 2024

326: Board Chats - Crafting The Perfect Survey w/ Gary Eversole

In this episode of Board Chats, brought to us by our friends Concert Golf Partners. Join us as we talk with Gary Eversole, a pro in club management with 30 years of experience, about making your club the best place for member...

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Feb. 12, 2024

325: Mentorship, Resilience, and Purpose - Digging in w/ Passion Grah…

Imagine starting your career at McDonald's and ending up as the Director of Clubhouse Operations at the prestigious Governors Club. That's the journey Passion Graham, CCM, takes us on, revealing the layers of mentorship, resi...

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Feb. 5, 2024

324: From Serving Aces to Serving Guests in Puerto Rico w/ Juancarlo …

A psychology graduate who volleyed his way into the realm of five-star service, he shares his personal narrative of ascension from a tennis pro in DC Maryland to the prestigious role of Director of Operations at the Vanderbil...

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Jan. 29, 2024

323: Swinging Through The PGA Show 2024

Step behind the velvet rope with me, Denny Corby, and the Club Grub app's Spencer Potter, as we take you through the electric avenues of the PGA show. It's the insider's guide to navigating the hustle and bustle of one of gol...

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Jan. 22, 2024

322: Shaping the Future of Women's Golf Equipment w/ Katie Calderon

We delve into the journey of Katie Calderon, from her early days as a golf-loving child to her successful career as a women's golf club designing expert. Raised with a love for golf, Katie's passion transformed over the year...

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Jan. 14, 2024

321: Teeing Up Workforce Compliance for Club Operators

Ever wondered how to navigate the maze of employee vs. independent contractor classification at your club? Our latest episode is your golden ticket to understanding the Department of Labor's recent revival of the economic rea...

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Jan. 13, 2024

320: A Year in Review - 1 Year of Hosting Private Club Radio

Reflecting on a year filled with invaluable lessons and enriching connections, it's clear to me that the essence of the private club industry is its warm community spirit. As I've navigated my journey as the host of Private C...

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Jan. 12, 2024

319: Bria Argrett Jan 2024

Walking down memory lane has never been as insightful as it was with Brea, the club professional powerhouse from Statesville Country Club, who joined me for a heartfelt conversation on Private Club Radio. We reminisced about ...

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