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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
