As the financial year draws to a close for many clubs, planning for 2027 begins. To support this, CMAE is launching its fourth annual Salary & Benchmarking Survey, providing essential, up-to-date data to help guide your decisions. CEO Torbjörn “Toby” Johansson shares:“We recognise the growing need for solid data to support both club-wide and personal decision-making. Benchmarking […]
We are pleased to inform you that the CMAE and ECEF Annual General Meeting will take place on Monday 26th October 2026, at 15:00 GMT. The meeting will be held at The Old Course Hotel, St Andrews, KY16 9SP during the European Conference on Club Management. Registration for the conference can be found on the website here. All relevant paperwork and supporting […]
Club management professionals attending the CMAE European Conference on Club Management this October will be among the first to explore the findings of Europe’s first dedicated Club Food & Beverage Benchmarking Survey, presented by Club Benchmarking EMEA. Taking place in St Andrews from 25–28 October 2026, the European Conference will bring together club leaders and […]
We are excited to share with you the launch of Next Level Powered by KK&W, a comprehensive talent acquisition platform designed specifically for the private club industry. The solution addresses one of the industry’s most pressing challenges: connecting clubs with the emerging leaders who will shape exceptional member experiences for years to come. The long-term […]
Running a golf club is complicated enough, but with risks ranging from extreme weather to rising repair and replacement costs, having the right insurance in place remains as important as ever. Storm damage, frozen pipes, course closures and extreme heat can affect clubs at different times of the year. Preparing for these risks in advance […]
The European Golf Association has convened stakeholders from across golf, sport and sustainability to discuss environmental challenges and practical solutions for the game The European Golf Association (EGA) has hosted the European Sustainable Golf Forum at Bernardus Golf during The Solheim Cup week, bringing together key stakeholders from across golf, sport and sustainability. The two-day […]
For hospitality businesses, managing costs has rarely been straightforward. But as we head towards the last quarter of 2026, the challenge isn’t simply that prices are moving, it’s that different categories are moving in very different directions. Some commodities are offering welcome stability, while others continue to face pressure from supply constraints, weather, changing regulation […]
By Michael Herd, Head of International Search & ConsultingKOPPLIN KUEBLER & WALLACE There is one question I am being asked more and more frequently by candidates when discussing senior opportunities in the club industry: “What’s the Board like?” It sounds like a relatively simple question, but I think it says quite a lot about how […]
The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is delighted to congratulate Tristan Hall, CCM CCE, Managing Director of Sunningdale Golf Club, on achieving the prestigious CCE – Certified Chief Executive designation. Tristan becomes only the third person in Europe to achieve the CCE, joining Marc Newey CCM CCE and Staffan Tuomolin CCM CCE in an […]
Applications are now open for the 2026 ECEF Joe Perdue Bursary, offering two fantastic opportunities for club management professionals to further their education, develop their skills and connect with colleagues from across the industry. The bursary, established in honour of Joe Perdue, provides financial support to help club managers access valuable professional development opportunities. This […]
Since the Howden Golf team were established in 2022, over 600 golf clubs in the UK have signed up to our bespoke golf product. We are proud to partner and work closely with CMAE Europe, CMAE Scotland, GCMA, England Golf and Wales Golf who endorse our services to their members. This essential guide talks you […]
We are delighted to announce that registrations are now open for the first-ever CMAE Leadership Development Programme (LDP) – Perfecting Project Management. Developed in response to member feedback, our new Leadership Development Programmes provide focused, practical learning experiences that allow club management professionals to deepen their expertise in key leadership competencies. Designed to complement the CMAE Business Management […]
