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Jan. 26, 2021

254: Revamping Membership Sales and Navigating COVID-19 Obstacles: Wisdom from the Pros

This episode is packed with valuable tips and insights from Brian Friedrichs of Capstone Hospitality, who shares common mistakes in membership sales and marketing, and how having a strategic plan can significantly improve your club's performance and success. Don't miss the opportunity to learn from the expert who specializes in…

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Jan. 26, 2021

253: Advice for Your Next Club Management Position with Toni Shibayama

Toni Shibayama is the author of the Big Game Playbook - a guide to helping new managers successfully navigate their new club. We discuss a number of leadership and HR lessons from Toni's amazing new book. Email Toni for your complimentary copy: toni@sk-insurance.com (mailto:toni@sk-insurance.com) Private Club Radio LIVE is sponsored…

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Jan. 12, 2021

252.5: Shorts/ Adapting to Change: Private Clubs, Politics, and Pandemics

Looking to navigate the tumultuous waters of 2021 amidst the pandemic, as a private club owner? We have just the conversation for you. We've got the former head honcho of the National Club Association, Henry Wallmeyer, sharing the mic with us. Now in the shoes of Joe Trauger, Wallmeyer has…

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Jan. 12, 2021

252: Adapting to Change: Private Clubs, Politics, and Pandemics

We sat down with Henry Wallmeyer of the National Club Association to discuss the potential legislative and regulatory changes that could come with a Democratic-controlled Senate, House, and administration. Join us for an engaging conversation as we uncover the implications of the current political landscape, the importance of staying connected…

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Dec. 21, 2020

251 /Shorts/ Board Chats Mastering Private Club Board Governance

Ever wonder why some clubs flourish while others flounder? Could the secret lie in the art of strategic, goal-driven governance? Get set for an insightful journey into the core of club board dynamics as we unpack the essence of strategic planning, and caution against the potential chaos of an overflowing…

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Dec. 21, 2020

251: Board Chats - Mastering Private Club Board Governance: Challenges, Strategies, and Insights ...

Are you struggling with private club board governance? Discover the secrets to efficient board management in our candid conversation with Dick Kopplin of Kopplin-Kiebler and Wallace, Michael McCarthy of Addison Reserve, and Peter Nanula of Concert Golf Partners. From common challenges to improvement strategies, our esteemed guests share their valuable…

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Nov. 23, 2020

250: Growing Membership by Growing the Game- Matt Reagan

Matt Reagan of Operation 36 shares an innovative way to grow the game and in turn grow membership at your club. In this episode we'll learn the differences in Traditional vs. Developmental Golf Programming and why traditional programs are not working to retain beginner golfers. You'll learn about Matt's goal…

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Oct. 19, 2020

249: The Most Innovative Golf Course Idea in 30 Years

The Club at Renaissance is a jewel in the heart of Florida's Southwest coast. The club has just completed a multi-million dollar renovation project which includes a completely new design concept for their golf course. Co-owners Jeff Darragh and Brian Rigsby join us to talk about the process and the…

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Sept. 14, 2020

248: A New Era for Women and Preparation for the US Open

Lily Braswell joins us from Winged Foot the site of the 2020 US Open as they begin the week. Learn about the preparations involved in preparing for a majo - and one during a pandemic. We also chat about women in golf and Lily offers some inspiration to the ladies…

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Aug. 16, 2020

247: Leadership Collaboration in Private Club Management

Michael Crandal, CNG joins us to discuss lessons from his hit book The ABC's of Plutonium Private Leadership that are even more relevant today. Order your copies at: https://plutonium.club Follow us on the socials (https://www.facebook.com/groups/privateclubradio) Private Club Radio Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/privateclubradio/) Private Club Radio Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/private-club-radio/?viewAsMember=true) Denny Corby Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dennycorby/) Denny…

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Aug. 10, 2020

246: Enhancing Club Membership with Virtual Wine Tastings

Martin Cody joins us to discuss Cellar Angels and offer a special opportunity to clubs to virtually entertain their members. Learn more about Martin and the charitable work they're doing at cellarangels.com. Follow us on the socials (https://www.facebook.com/groups/privateclubradio) Private Club Radio Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/privateclubradio/) Private Club Radio Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/private-club-radio/?viewAsMember=true) Denny Corby…

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Aug. 3, 2020

245: Board Chats - The Recession is Coming

Today we're joined by Peter Nanula of Concert Golf Partners to discuss the impending recession and the preparations clubs should be making now. Learn more about Concert Golf Partners: https://www.concertgolfpartners.com/ Follow us on the socials (https://www.facebook.com/groups/privateclubradio) Private Club Radio Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/privateclubradio/) Private Club Radio Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/private-club-radio/?viewAsMember=true) Denny Corby Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dennycorby/)…

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July 27, 2020

244: Advice for Career Advancement in Private Club Management

Your future recruiter or employer is most likely checking you out on LinkedIn. So how can you put your best foot forward and set your profile up for maximum impact? Jeremy Nichols of Gecko Hospitality joins us to share his best LinkedIn profile building tips. Follow us on the socials…

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July 20, 2020

243: Lessons in Golf Club Management from the 100 Hole Challenge

Gary Collins joins us to discuss the 100 Hole Challenge in partnership with Clubs Help. Learn what you and your club can do to support your local community. Follow us on the socials (https://www.facebook.com/groups/privateclubradio) Private Club Radio Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/privateclubradio/) Private Club Radio Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/private-club-radio/?viewAsMember=true) Denny Corby Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dennycorby/) Denny Corby…

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July 13, 2020

242: The Lesson of Impermanence

On this episode we discuss impermanence, what that means for the club industry and for ourselves. Stay tuned until the end for an important announcement. Follow us on the socials (https://www.facebook.com/groups/privateclubradio) Private Club Radio Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/privateclubradio/) Private Club Radio Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/private-club-radio/?viewAsMember=true) Denny Corby Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dennycorby/) Denny Corby Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennycorby/)

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July 6, 2020

241: Top 10 Ways to Virtually Engage Members

On this episode we're announcing the launch of Club Talent Hub! You can check out the site at https://clubtalenthub.com/ We plan for it to become the go to play to book talent for your virtual and in-person club events. Follow us on the socials (https://www.facebook.com/groups/privateclubradio) Private Club Radio Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/privateclubradio/)…

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June 29, 2020

240: Life on the Green: Unraveling Golf Course Management with John Stevenson

John Stevenson has worked in the golf industry for over 20 years - everywhere from $10/round munis to private clubs that are PGA Tour stops. We chat about golf etiquette when it comes to the grounds crew, the tough job of course maintenance and how to create a cohesive member…

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June 22, 2020

239: Leading From the Front, Team Management in Pandemic Times

Julius Rhodes of mpr group joins us to discuss the difficult HR issues clubs have had to face in 2020. How do you keep a team culture alive when they are working remotely? How do you keep up morale when you’re having to make hard decisions in regards to employment?…

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June 15, 2020

238: Lessons from Down Under: How Tara Iti Golf Course Tackled the Pandemic

Mathew Guzik is the General Manger of Tara Iti Golf Club in New Zealand - now a top 10 golf course in the world. Matthew shares what's happening in New Zealand and at Tara Iti specifically, and how they overcame the challenges of lock down. Follow us on the socials…

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June 8, 2020

237: Golf Club Managers Association UK

Gavin Robinson is the Professional Development Manager at the Golf Club Managers Association in the UK. We chat about the impact of COVID-19 on clubs in the UK, the GCMA and much more. Learn more at: https://www.gcma.org.uk/ Follow us on the socials (https://www.facebook.com/groups/privateclubradio) Private Club Radio Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/privateclubradio/) Private Club…

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June 1, 2020

236: Virtual Connectivity and Creativity for Club Managers

Rob Balasabas is the Brand Evangelist for TubeBuddy - a plugin that helps YouTubers optimize their videos and ultimately gain more subscribers. He's also an expert at working from home. He's been doing it for years. Over that time he's found software and habits that help make him more productive.…

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May 25, 2020

235: Rethinking Club Operations and Architecture for a Post-COVID World

Frank Vain, President of the McMahon Group joins Gabe discuss the new normal private clubs will face post lockdown. Membership Marketing Academy: https://aluisy.thinkific.com/ McMahon Group: http://mcmahongroup.com/ Follow us on the socials (https://www.facebook.com/groups/privateclubradio) Private Club Radio Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/privateclubradio/) Private Club Radio Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/private-club-radio/?viewAsMember=true) Denny Corby Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dennycorby/) Denny Corby Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennycorby/)

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May 18, 2020

234: Bouncing Back: Recovery Strategies for Private Clubs in a Pandemic

Today’s guest is Kathy O’Neal, a 25 year veteran in the club industry, known for her specialty work in member enrollment and member retention through programming, communication and involvement with members in our private clubs. We discuss Kathy's thoughts on the impact on membership – both enrollments and resignations. Kathy…

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May 11, 2020

233: Board Chats - Jeff Dekruif, CCM, Miles Tucker & Peter Nanula

Jeff Dekruif, CCM, is the AGM and CFO of Blackhawk Country Club. Miles Tucker is the GM/COO of Hillcrest Country Club. Together they join Peter Nanula of Concert Golf Partners to discuss the financial side of the COVID-19 crisis. Learn how their respective clubs are adjusting and setting up for…

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