CMAE awards Jason Koenigsfeld with Honorary Life Membership

The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is proud to announce that Jason Koenigsfeld, Chief Learning Officer of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA), has been awarded an Honorary Life Membership during the recent European Conference held in London. This prestigious recognition is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the CMAE […]

Clubs Face Growing Challenges in Safety and Compliance, Reveals Latest Industry Report

Key Statistics: Obbi, in collaboration with key industry partners like Gallagher Insurance, GCMA, CMAE, SGCMA, CMAI and UK Golf Federation, has released its annual Club Safety and Compliance Report for 2024/25, revealing the persistent and evolving challenges clubs face in managing Safety, Compliance, and Training. The findings highlight significant constraints in time and budget, hindering […]

Movers and Shakers – CMAE Welcomes New Appointments to the Board

The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is proud to announce that Alberto Iglesias CCM, Director of Golf at Font del Llop Golf Resort, has been elected as the new President of CMAE. Alberto’s appointment was confirmed at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 23rd September 2024 in London. With an impressive career spanning […]

European Conference on Club Management 2024 Triumphant in London

The CMAE European Conference on Club Management took place in London from the 22nd to the 24th of September 2024, drawing together club management professionals, industry experts, and thought leaders from across Europe for an inspiring and insightful three-day event. The conference opened on Sunday, 22nd September at the Caledonian Club, with facilitator Nick Taylor […]

Howden Grassroots Heroes competition

The Howden Grassroots Heroes competition is back, and you could be the winner of £500 to go towards your sports club! Howden are back with another competition for grassroots sports clubs, asking YOU to nominate a volunteer at your sports club who’s making a difference to be in with a chance of winning funds for […]

Leaders at 54 to Present at the European Conference

54, one of the fastest-growing companies in the golf, events, and sports industries, will be featured at the upcoming European Conference on Club Management, taking place in London from 22-24 September 2024. Ed Edwards, CCM, CEO of 54, and Francisco Lancastre de David, CCM, Director of Operations at 54, will lead an interactive session focused […]

From Paper to Digital: How, Holywood Golf Club, is One-step Ahead with Safety and Compliance

Holywood Golf Club, renowned for its rich history and famous alumni like Rory McIlroy, continues to uphold high standards in course maintenance and club safety with the integration of the award winning, digital safety and compliance platform, Obbi. Both Phillip Shields, Greenkeeper, and Stuart Cameron, Maintenance Manager, have highlighted significant improvements in efficiency, communication, and […]

The R&A to feature on stage at the European Conference on Club Management

The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is delighted to announce that Jackie Davidson, Director -Golf Education at The R&A, will be a featured speaker at the upcoming European Conference on Club Management. The conference will take place from September 22-24, 2024, in London, bringing together leading professionals from the global club management community. Jackie […]

The R&A Bursary funds Ethnically Diverse Managers to attend MDP and two more are available!

The European Club Education Foundation has awarded its annual Ethnically Diverse Managers Bursary for the 2024/25 season. The bursaries, funded by The R&A, allow applicants to participate in the CMAE Management Development Programme, which is widely recognised as the leading educational programme for prospective club managers. The successful recipients were Tiago Mendes from Oitavos Dunes […]