There are many good reasons for private membership clubs to conduct background checks on applicants for employment as well as on applicants for membership. In the case of employees, background checks may even be legally required in certain circumstances: For instance, industry-specific laws require background checks for employees in
“Compassion is passion with a heart.” Anonymous It is clear to all of us that our clubs do much good for our members and the society at large. Some of my best memories are times spent at private clubs for holiday dinners with family and
“Follow the trend” or “follow the money” are often-used catchphrases for success. If the positive talk about tennis, pickleball and platform tennis from the first quarter is any indication, 2021 is going to be another banner year for racquet sports at clubs. This article is
The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is a refundable credit designed to encourage businesses, including social clubs, to keep employees on their payroll during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ERC was initially created by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). It was later
Jack Welch’s quote, “No company, small or large, can win over the long run without energized employees who believe in the mission and understand how to achieve it,” is more in play today than ever before. During the past 13 months, all club leaders have
Do you cringe before looking at your club’s annual health insurance renewal? You know you’re getting hit with another increase; it’s just a question of how much. You ponder changing plans, switching carriers, asking more from the employees, or finding more money in the budget—all
The American Rescue Plan (ARP) was signed into law on March 11, 2021, containing a provision that establishes a new program for restaurants impacted by the coronavirus called the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. The National Club Association (NCA) coordinated a letter from city clubs to the
Situational AwarenessThe House and Senate are both in session this week. The Senate will continue work on cabinet-level nominations and the House will be considering immigrations measures as well as legislation to extend the deadline for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan applications. COVID-19 Relief Signed
This week, the House of Representatives will consider H.R. 842, the “Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021 (PRO Act).” The wide-sweeping labor bill was passed by the House in 2019, but was not considered by the Senate. While it is expected to pass
The past year has seen a dramatic shift in society trends and values. At the forefront is diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). While the issue sparked intense debate and calls to action from individuals and groups across the country, research reveals a critical case for