ECEF announces 2024 Young Manager Bursary winner

Directors of ECEF recently worked through the numerous applications for the Young Manager Bursary award for 2024, sponsored by former CMAE President, Marc Newey, CCM CCE. The bursaries are aimed at Managers aged 30 and under across Europe and the Middle East. The judging panel decided that Jeremy Waters, Administrator at The Northern Lawn Tennis […]

My experience as a “newbee” at World Conference

Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club’s Assistant Secretary/ Club Manager, Charles Molony, recently got back from attending his first World Conference, which was held at the Manadalay Bay resort in Las Vegas (4th-8th March 2024). It was an exceptional week and probably a career highlight for me. The scale of the conference was something I’d never […]

International Authentic Leadership expert confirmed to speak at European Conference

The CMAE is thrilled to announce that Helen Monument, a distinguished management professional with extensive experience at global corporations, as one of the esteemed speakers for the upcoming European Conference on Club Management in London from 22-24 September.   After a 40 year career as a leading management support professional, Helen Monument made a life […]

The Benefits of Attending a Conference

Every year you are invited to attend dozens of different industry conferences, with many offering high impact keynote speakers and a great depth of potential insights into our industry. However, how do you go about evaluating the true worth to your employer in terms of a return on investment? Learn something newThe most obvious benefit […]

Ethnically Diverse Managers in Golf 2024 Bursary

The European Club Education Foundation (ECEF), the education bursary arm of CMAE, and The R&A are launching five bursaries for aspiring and existing golf club managers from ethnically diverse backgrounds each year for the next five years. The bursaries are funded by The R&A as part of its commitment to increase the ethnic diversity of […]

Delegates get a feast for the senses at latest MDP on Food & Beverage

The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) recently held their MDP course specialising in Food and Beverage in Montreux, Switzerland, from April 15th to 19th, 2024. Hosted against the picturesque backdrop of Montreux, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and culinary excellence, the programme attracted 18 delegates representing clubs from across Europe. The five-day residential course […]

European Club Education Foundation (ECEF):  Empowering Club Managers Through Education Funding

Established in 2011, the European Club Education Foundation (ECEF) has been at the forefront of providing vital financial support for the professional development of current and future club managers and management personnel.  Initially spearheaded by Col. John Hunt as Chair, Nigel Cartwright as Chief Executive Officer, and Toro’s Andy Brown representing corporate partners, the Foundation’s […]

Mark Ruddy joins the CCM ranks

The CMAE is delighted to announce that Mark Ruddy has gained the internationally renowned Certified Club Manager (CCM) certification.   Mark has built a career in a variety of roles in the sports club industry in Ireland and the United Arab Emirates. He is former General Manager at Kilkenny Golf club, Lucan Golf Club and Courtown […]

German & DACH Clubs to enjoy uplift in Customer Service as 59club open its doors

Following a bout of recent openings across continental Europe, 59club; the industry’s leading Customer Service Analysts and Training Provider, has today announced its latest division will serve Central & Eastern Europe, with a dedicated local office based in Germany. Under the expert guise of James Jewell – newly appointed Director of 59club Central & East- […]

Intangible Professional Development

When it comes to professional development, one of the most important aspects often gets overlooked, relationship-led development. Most professionals consider professional development to be a course where you gain a certification or achieve a financial milestone. However, the ‘human’ qualities that make you not just good, but exceptional, are often left behind as success is […]

Dynamic Duo Darshan Singh and Jules Murray team up to present on diversity at European Conference

Esteemed presenters Darshan Singh and Jules Murray are teaming up to deliver a compelling session on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the European Conference on Club Management in London, 22-24 September 2024. In today’s world, diversity encompasses a multitude of dimensions, from generational differences to ethnicity, gender, colour, personality and beyond. With their extensive experience […]

Get Golfing Partners with Obbi to Prioritise Safety & Compliance

In a bid to fortify safety measures, streamline compliance procedures, and elevate training standards across its network of venues, Get Golfing, a pioneering charity established in 2018 to support struggling English golf facilities, has forged a strategic partnership with Obbi. With a shared commitment to delivering unparalleled customer experiences, this collaboration signifies a pivotal moment […]