FOR THE LAST few months, political pundits have been predicting that Republicans in the House of Representatives will lose their majority. While it is true that the party in control of the White House traditionally loses seats in the House, this election will be anything but
Club Benchmarking data reveals a tale of “three” cities happening in the club industry, which appears to be a growing divergence. According to our research, one-third of clubs is prospering and growing, one-third is “going sideways” and one-third is falling further behind every year. The
With the recent headlines detailing alleged harassment by powerful persons in the entertainment industry and beyond, it is imperative that employers effectively address claims of discrimination, harassment and hostile work environment now more than ever. But what happens when an employee is being harassed or
THE PRIVATE CLUB industry is always looking for new ways to expand its services and to provide greater value to its members. Oftentimes this priority is challenged by both operating budgets and physical limitations of the facilities. With the current demand for wellness programming, adding
A core principle of club membership has long been exclusive access to premier facilities. These days, when perceived value is a distinguishing characteristic for clubs and activity preferences are changing dramatically, it is arguable that a club’s physical facilities are more important to their success
ONE OF MANY THINGS I have learned during the master planning process and construction is that effective and timely communication to the membership is vital. Many of my peers have embarked on a facility master plan and we know it can be a challenging process for
IN THIS ISSUE of Club Director, we look at successful club and golf course renovation projects that attract and delight members. Over the past decade some clubs implemented capital projects to update amenities and facilities; however, with a much stronger economy, clubs are investing in new renovations in
Renovations and new capital projects can mean growing your footprint, adding unique upgrades and shifting strategies to attract and engage members. With proper planning the process can produce fantastic facilities, the likes of which are showcased on the following pages. Club Director invited several key
While expensive initially, capital projects and renovations can give a significant boost to your club’s bottom line in the long run. Peacock + Lewis Architects and Planners has a strong history of creating amenities that not only give members more memorable experiences and reasons to