If you’ve ever heard the term, “Hammer Clause,” don’t go looking for this exact language in your Directors & Officers liability policy, as you will not find it. While it is common industry jargon used to describe the insurer’s right to settle a claim when
The private club industry is a vibrant and ever changing community. Members, staff and general managers have often called multiple clubs “home” throughout their club lives, making private clubs one of the most supportive and inclusive segments of the hospitality industry. In particular, general managers
Q: What do you get when you cross a notorious prankster, an inventive team of conspirators, more than 2,300 club members with remarkable discretion, and one of the most beloved employees ever to grace The University Club of Washington, DC’s esteemed “Mansion on 16th Street”?
How do you find passionate, enthusiastic, servant leaders—trained and experienced in private clubs—to fill management positions at your club? This labor challenge can be even more difficult when the club is seasonal and not located in a large city. Chief Operating Officer Patrick DeLozier of
Drones, also known as Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), are becoming increasingly mainstream. During the 2015 holiday season, the U.S. government estimated that more than one million were sold, with the market projected to grow exponentially, particularly for commercial and personal
For most golfers, the game is a welcomed respite from everyday stresses. However, for participants in Links to Freedom, the game means much more. As Veterans Day approaches, there are currently more than 3.7 million disabled veterans in the U.S. Many of them are struggling
Changes in the regulatory landscape—especially with regard to the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)—have clubs wondering how to balance employee benefits with the club’s financial needs. At the same time there has been a marked increase in employment litigation, making clubs wonder if
How many times have we found ourselves in a situation where we were “out of the loop” and unaware of a significant social, political or personal event? We all remember such incidents. Usually, they’re simple, humorous lapses, but sometimes, these moments become significant and embarrassing