MEET THE SPEAKER
Join Us at NCA Club Leaders
November 1-2, 2026 | The Club at Carlton Woods, The Woodlands, Texas
Ray CroninFounder & Chief Innovator, Club Benchmarking
Ray Cronin has led high technology companies for more than 30 years, specializing in building teams and navigating early startup phases. He founded Club Benchmarking in 2009 and is recognized in the club industry for his ability to communicate the strategic financial dynamics in private clubs. He has earned a reputation as a top-rated speaker for club manager, controller and board education, best known for his high-energy presentations, thought-provoking delivery and thick Boston accent. Ray was named Club Industry Educator of the Year by BoardRoom Magazine in 2018 and recognized as an Industry Influencer in 2019. He served three terms as president of Thorny Lea Golf Club in Brockton, Mass. He holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and an MBA from Harvard Business School. An avid golfer and a hockey fan, Ray lives in Cape Cod, Mass.
Join us for NCA Club Leaders, where shared learning, insightful discussions and lasting relationships inspire stronger clubs and more effective leadership.
