The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) proudly announces that Pierre Chevallier has been awarded the prestigious Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation, marking a major professional milestone and recognising his outstanding contribution to the club management industry. The CCM designation is the highest international level of professional recognition for club managers and reflects excellence in […]
Troon International has joined the Golf Course Association Europe (GCAE) as a Corporate Member, represented by DJ Flanders, Executive Vice President at Troon International. The partnership reflects the growing role of professional operators across Europe and connects Troon International to the ideas, data and peers shaping performance. GCAE represents Europe’s golf facility owners and operators […]
Harewood Downs Golf Club in Buckinghamshire has invested in its future by funding development courses at the Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) for four key employees. Over the last two months, Harewood Downs staff travelled as far as Barcelona, Helsinki and St Andrews to take part in accredited courses alongside their counterparts from venues across the continent. […]
The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is pleased to announce a new corporate partnership with Nextrasoft, a leading provider of smart workforce management solutions. The partnership will support CMAE members in streamlining their staffing operations through advanced tools. With more than 23 years of experience, Nextrasoft has been helping organisations across a wide range […]
The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) proudly presented its prestigious Top Student Awards to three outstanding Bournemouth University students at the Business School Prize Ceremony held on Thursday 6th November. Representing the CMAE, Rhys Beecher CCM, a member of the Association’s Education Policy Committee, presented the awards to: The awards celebrate academic excellence and […]
The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is delighted to announce that Staffan Tuomolin, a long-standing CMAE member and respected club management professional, has earned the prestigious Certified Chief Executive (CCE) designation through the Club Management Association of America (CMAA). Staffan becomes only the second manager across Europe and the Middle East to hold the […]
Utilities specialist, Consultiv Utilities, has announced a new corporate partnership with the Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE). The three-year agreement will see Consultiv support clubs to navigate the challenges of utilities procurement and secure competitive energy, water, waste and communications contracts. CMAE members will also benefit from educational workshops, webinars and tailored resources designed […]
Obbi, the award-winning compliance, operations, safety and training platform for clubs, has announced a major strategic evolution in its brand and market positioning. Formerly known as Obbi Golf, the company will now expand to Obbi Club, reflecting its growing role in supporting a broader range of clubs – including yacht, leisure, city, and country clubs […]
Provisional agreement sets out plan to raise professional standards, create career pathways and deliver world-class education in booming golfing market of Vietnam Global sports agency 54 and the Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a groundbreaking partnership that will drive professional education, elevate management standards, and open […]
We’re thrilled to share a glimpse of where our 2026 European Conference on Club Management will take place — the legendary Old Course Hotel, St Andrews. Watch the video below to explore this world-renowned venue, rich in history and Scottish charm, and get a taste of what awaits you from 25–29 October 2026. Our programme […]
We’re excited to invite you to Management Development Programme (MDP) Part 2, taking place 9-13 February in Setubal — a pivotal opportunity to take your leadership skills to the next level. This immersive five-day course is designed to equip Club Management Professionals with advanced management and critical thinking skills. Whether you’re refining your club’s strategic plan or elevating team performance, […]
The European Club Education Foundation (ECEF) is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2026 Joe Perdue Bursary, awarded annually to outstanding club management professionals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to education and leadership within the club industry. This year’s bursaries have been awarded to: CMAE Premier Partners, Club Benchmarking EMEA is providing support with one […]
