KOPPLIN KUEBLER & WALLACE (KK&W), the club industry’s premier executive search and consulting firm, is proud to announce the continued growth of its international team with the addition of Emily McCarvill and Tim Nelson. This strategic expansion strengthens KK&W’s presence in Australasia, enhancing its ability to serve clubs and hospitality organisations throughout New Zealand, Australia, […]
In many clubs, compliance lives in dusty folders, spreadsheets tucked away on someone’s desktop, or paper checklists hanging on clipboards. On the surface, it feels like “the box is ticked.” The fire extinguisher was checked. The fridge temperature was recorded. The induction form was signed. But here’s the problem: paper trails aren’t proof. When an […]
There’s still time to secure your place at one of the most exclusive professional development opportunities in club management – but not for long. The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) invites you to be part of the MDP/BMI International Event in New York City from 15–19 September 2025. This is your chance to step inside […]
The European Club Education Foundation (ECEF) is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2025 Ethnically Diverse Managers in Golf Bursary, a key initiative funded by The R&A to support the growth and development of future leaders from ethnically diverse backgrounds within the golf club industry. This year’s bursary recipients are: Joel Tiwana, Ann Irura, […]
Dear Members and Friends, It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lt Col. John Hunt, a revered colleague, leader, and friend to so many within the club management and wider communities. John was a man of great integrity, purpose, and compassion. After serving with distinction firstly in the Rhodesian Army followed by […]
The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is delighted to announce the return of its highly regarded Management Development Programme (MDP) in Food & Beverage Management, taking place in Montreux from 13–17 April 2026. This immersive programme is a key step on the MDP pathway and is specifically designed to deepen delegates’ understanding of food […]
The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is proud to announce a 100% success rate for participants of its inaugural Certified Club Manager (CCM) Exam Review Course, held in London from 31 March to 2 April 2025. Every professional who attended the course and subsequently sat for the CCM exam has successfully achieved their certification. […]
The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is delighted to announce that Ed Plunket-Checkemian, Secretary of the City of London Club, has successfully achieved the Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation, the globally recognised benchmark of excellence in club management. The CCM designation is awarded to club management professionals who have demonstrated a commitment to professional […]
The Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) is excited to announce that delegates attending the upcoming MDP/BMI International conference, taking place in New York City from 15–19 September 2025, will have the exclusive opportunity to play golf at the prestigious Golf Club of Purchase. Encompassed by the beauty of natural wetlands and abundant wildlife, with […]
The European Club Education Foundation (ECEF) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Women in Golf Club Management Bursary, a prestigious initiative supporting the advancement of women in the club management profession. This year’s bursaries, funded by The R&A, have been awarded to Tracy Fountain, Assistant Club Manager at Alnmouth Golf Club, and […]
The MDP/BMI International event will be held in New York City from 15–19 September 2025. This flagship event brings together club industry leaders from around the globe for a transformative week of education, networking, and exclusive experiences. In a newly released video, CMAE CEO Torbjorn Johansson shares insights into the event’s dynamic agenda and the value it offers to club […]
Ambition is a powerful weapon in the busy world of club management and hospitality. It’s what propels many of us on a quest to be great, to explore new frontiers, and to be visionaries in the world’s best clubs. Yet ambition is just the beginning. While the desire to move forward, to manage a bigger […]
