Howden – Golf insurance guide

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 […]

Registrations Now Open: Perfecting Project Management LDP

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 […]

New Non-Accommodation Registration Now Available for the European Conference 2026

Excitement continues to build for the European Conference on Club Management 2026, taking place 25–28 October in the iconic Home of Golf, St Andrews, Scotland. With an outstanding programme of internationally renowned speakers, practical education sessions, and unrivalled networking opportunities, registrations have been coming in from across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. As excitement […]

Consultiv Utilities becomes a Premier Partner of CMAE

The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is delighted to announce that Consultiv Utilities has upgraded its partnership with the Association, becoming a Premier Partner following a highly successful first year of collaboration. Since joining the CMAE family as a Corporate Partner, Consultiv Utilities has demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting the professional development of […]

ECEF Announces Recipients of 2026 Ethnically Diverse Managers in Golf Bursary

The European Club Education Foundation (ECEF) is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2026 Ethnically Diverse Managers Bursary, a groundbreaking initiative funded by The R&A to support greater ethnic diversity within the club industry. Following a highly competitive application process, four outstanding individuals have been selected as recipients of the 2026 bursary: The bursary […]

Help Shape Europe’s First Club F&B Benchmarking Report

CMAE, in partnership with Club Benchmarking EMEA, is launching its first pan-European Food & Beverage Benchmarking Survey. For the first time, club leaders across Europe will have access to a robust, region-specific dataset covering the full spectrum of F&B delivery, including in-house, outsourced, and hybrid models. The aim is to provide meaningful benchmarks and context that help […]

ECEF Announces Recipients of the Women in Club Management Bursary

The European Club Education Foundation (ECEF) is delighted to announce that Fionnula McHale and Joanna Gadsby have been selected as the recipients of the Women in Club Management Bursary 2026. Supported by The R&A, the bursary is awarded annually to female current and aspiring club managers, providing them with the opportunity to attend the Club […]

UK Market Trends: Key Foodservice Trends Impacting Margins

The UK hospitality market continues to evolve under a mix of cost pressures, global disruption and changing consumer expectations. Protein, produce and beverages are all experiencing varying levels of volatility, making it harder to maintain consistent margins. In response, operators should be increasing their focus on procurement control, flexible menu design and tighter operations to […]

Dynamic Fourth Edition of Contemporary Club Management Now Available

CMAA has announced the release of the Fourth Edition of Contemporary Club Management, the definitive, comprehensive resource on private club operations, covering leadership, food and beverage, golf operations, and finance. The Contemporary Club Management book is the most important book for the CCM Exam, since all content aligns with the global certification standards. The Fourth Edition […]

Club Vision announced as a Premier Partner of the Club Management Association of Europe

The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is pleased to announce Club Vision as its newest Premier Partner, reinforcing a shared commitment to helping clubs embrace technology that enhances member engagement, communication, and operational efficiency. Club Vision provides digital communication and content management solutions specifically designed for clubs, enabling venues to manage screens, automate content, […]

CMAE Launches New Education to Enhance Professional Growth for Club Industry Leaders

The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is pleased to announce the launch of its new Leadership Development Programmes (LDPs). This modern educational initiative is designed to provide club management professionals with focused learning experiences that develop leadership capability, enhance professional performance, and address the evolving challenges facing today’s clubs. The Leadership Development Programmes are […]

Expert Panel to Tackle Talent, Leadership and Retention Challenges at European Conference on Club Management

As clubs across the world continue to navigate evolving workforce expectations, talent shortages, and changing generational dynamics, the European Conference on Club Management 2026 will feature a timely and thought-provoking panel discussion exploring one of the industry’s most pressing topics: people strategy. Entitled “People Strategy That Works: Leading, Hiring & Retaining Across Generations in Clubs […]