Episodes

Aug. 19, 2019

189: Service Excellence

On this episode, Gabe announces his new YouTube show "Let's Play Thru". Please subscribe on YouTube here: https://m.youtube.com/gabrielaluisy?sub_confirmation=1 Our featured guest is Annette Whittley. Annette has over 17 year...

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Aug. 12, 2019

188: Castlerock Golf Club

During the Open Championship week in Northern Ireland, Gabe got the chance to visit Castlerock Golf Club - an idyllic links course on the northern coast just minutes from Royal Portrush. He caught up with General Manger, Bert...

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Aug. 5, 2019

187: Terra Waldron and Ira Berkowitz

On this episode we chat with the new Chair of the Board of the National Club Association - Terra Waldron, CCM. Terra shares why the NCA is the premier organization for advocacy and insights and governance. Terra recaps her hi...

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July 29, 2019

186: Millennial Technology Habits

On this inaugural edition of Tech Trends presented by MemberText, we chat with Justin Baer about millennials and their unique tech habits. What is this next generation of member looking for in terms of communication and outre...

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July 22, 2019

185: San Diego Yacht Club

What makes Yacht Clubs unique? You'll find out on this week's episode as we chat with Terry Anglin of the San Diego Yacht Club. Terry began his career in the hospitality industry in 1979 and has managed tennis clubs, country ...

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July 15, 2019

184: From India to Amarillo

Abhishek Sonkar is the general manager of the Amarillo Club, but he didn't take the normal path. Abi was born in India in the small town Mussoorie. He went to a Hotel School on Kolkatam India and then to Edinburgh in Scotland...

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July 8, 2019

183: Frank McCathran, Omnilert

So your club drafted an emergency preparedness plan, now what? On this episode, Frank McCathran of Omnilert discussess: Why clubs implement emergency notification systems. The history and the applicability to private clubs - ...

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July 1, 2019

182: Excellence in Club Management Award Winners

On this episode, we'll listen in on the Excellence in Club Management Award Winners panel recorded live on April 30th from the National Club Conference in Washington, DC. The panel was moderated by Frank Vain , President of t...

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June 24, 2019

181: How to Get Your Club on a Waitlist

Your club, yes your club, can get on a waiting list. How you ask? Michael Crandal, CNG, author of the ABC's of Plutonium Private Club Leadership ( http://plutonium.club ) explain in this episode. It's a simple method your clu...

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June 17, 2019

180: Rick Ladendorf and Craig Marshall

Rick Ladendorf and Craig Marshall of Prevo Health Solutions are often referred to as The Monk & The Mastermind. You'll find out why on this episode of Private Club Radio as we explore their new service to the private club in...

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June 10, 2019

179: Tom Wallace - Kopplin, Kuebler and Wallace

Tom Wallace is partner at Kopplin, Kuebler and Wallace. He's an expert in placing top executives in fine country clubs. In this episode we chat about the expectations boards have of their next GM/COO as well as what managers ...

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June 3, 2019

178: Board Chats - Golf Club of Amelia Island

In this episode, we profile the Golf Club of Amelia Island. General Manager, Dave DeMay, and Head Pro, Jason Hill, join us to chat about the club. The club features 18 holes of championship golf, two lighted hard tennis court...

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May 28, 2019

177: Mindset and Leadership

This conversation will provide an understanding of the power of mindset, and how by leveraging it both personally and professionally, increased individual, team, and organizational performance will result. On this episode we'...

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May 20, 2019

176: Tips on Successful Internships

On today's episode we chat with Hannah Eanes of the Professional Club Marketing Association. You'll learn why interns can be a valuable asset to your club. If you're thinking of taking the plunge, you'll learn three ways to g...

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May 13, 2019

175: The Future of Private City Clubs

Ryan Wilson, CEO of The Gathering Spot joins us to discuss his unique concept in Atlanta. You'll learn what makes the club of one-of-a-kind private club experience. We chat about how the club was founded and their plans for e...

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May 6, 2019

174: Throw Better Events with The Club Entertainer Denny Corby

On episode 175 we chat with Denny Corby whose comedy, magic and mind reading show for private clubs delights audiences around the country. This is Denny's second time on the show. He provided so much value last time, we had t...

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April 29, 2019

173: Mark Bado, MCM - Myers Park CC

Mark has over 25 years of experience in the private club industry. He began his career with the accounting firm of Deloitte where he was a financial advisor to several private clubs. Oakmont Country Club then hired him to be ...

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April 22, 2019

172: BC Plantation GCC

On this episode we chat with Bill Trent who sits on the board at Plantation Golf & Country Club in Venice, Florida. Bill shares his experience finding a solution to the challenges their club faced. Some great lessons include:...

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April 15, 2019

171: Arnold Palmer's Legacy Lives On In Latrobe

On this week's episode, we're live on location in Latrobe, PA chatting with Don Emery and assistant golf professional John Beck about the legacy of Arnold Palmer and the indelible mark he's left on a small town. You'll learn ...

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April 8, 2019

170: Neurolinguistic Programming

Can you really change your behavior by changing the way you speak or the way you think? Jason Schneider of Perception Academy shows you how you can with the science of neurolinguistic programming. Jason explains what NLP is a...

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April 1, 2019

169: Board Chats with Club Board Professionals

The dynamic duo of David Duval and Joseph Abely of Club Board Professionals join Peter Nanula of Concert Golf Partners in this edition of Board Chats. After serving on their own club boards and then having worked with boards ...

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March 25, 2019

168: Live from the Club Leadership Summit 2019

On this episode, we bring you live interviews from the Club Leadership Summit held at Ascot Racecourse just outside of London. Leighton Walker chats first with Juan Fernandez of Centro Nacional de Golf in Madrid. Juan, who ha...

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March 18, 2019

167: 3 Ways to Use Google Reviews for PR & Membership

Gabe discusses why Google reviews are so important to your club's online reputation. You'll learn why it's so powerful and his top 3 strategies on how to use the platform. He'll teach you how to answer negative reviews and wh...

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March 11, 2019

166: Henry Delozier on Millennials

Henry Delozier joins us to discuss Global Golf Advisors' updated millennial research. Find out what the driving motivations are for millennials who want to join a private club and much more. Henry DeLozier is considered one o...

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