Episodes

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 to have him back on again. On this episode we'll cover How clubs can create better experiences with the events they are doing at their clubs. You'll also learn how to showcase your club in different ways with the events you are doing. And you'll learn the one major thing clu...

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 their Controller. Mark continued his career in Club Management and became the General Manager/COO of Wildwood Golf Club. Currently, he is the General Manager of Myers Park Country Club. Mark has held many positions within the CMAA, including president of three different cha...

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: How to build a consensus among members. How a board should communicate with its members. How to conduct a due diligence process when considering outside help Peter Nanula and Concert Golf Partners were instrumental in helping turn the club around and embark on a capita...

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 about the club and the history that lives on here. For more information, visit https://www.latrobecountryclub.com/ Follow us on the socials Join our private Facebook community! Private Club Radio Instagram Private Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Lin...

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 and even gives Gabe a session right on the air! It's an interesting chat about how you can rid yourself of the negative thoughts in your life and much more through rewiring your brain's operating system. Also on this episode, Gabe is joined by his son Lucas Aluisy as co-hos...

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 around the country, David and Joseph break down their top 10 tips for private club boards. All too often, boards take a miopic approach, but it's so important that boards operate with a long term vision. You'll learn how to change that and what you should be focusing on in...

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 has been coming for 7 years, lets us know why CLS is the event to attend each year. We also learn more about what he's doing to grow the game in Spain. Next Leighton chats with Euan Grant of the JCB Club. This is a new club that has recently opened and you'll find out what th...

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 why it's so important to never ignore them. You'll also learn how you can take your competition's negative reviews and spin them in your favor. Visit http://privateclubagency.com to work with Gabe and his team. Later in the episode we chat with Henry Wallmyer, President and ...

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 of the leading authorities on golf course asset development and financing. Henry is recognized within the golf industry for his uncommon understanding of golf and residential properties. He is known as a no-nonsense profit producer, an innovative marketer and an advocate of e...

On this episode we chat with Dean Wochaski and Bill Nauroth of Golf Maintenance Solutions. Dean & Bill will discuss their top agronomy tips for greens committees. After this episode, you'll be better prepared to tackle the BIG questions that always arise in those meetings. You'll learn how to look at the golf course through the eyes of the superintendent. We also chat about how you can better set expectations for the club. If you haven't had an agronomy plan at your club, you'll probably want ...

On this episode, we chat with Corey Saban. He's a former Emmy nominated and Associated Press award-winning TV journalist. His media career encompassed interviews with the some of the world’s most respectable and recognizable figures - a virtual who’s who of newsmakers, from Presidents to Pulitzer Prize winners. An accomplished speaker and 15-year news veteran, Saban saw how the media landscape was changing and created Newstation.com which helps country clubs communicate more effectively through...

The incomparable, Michael Crandal CNG, joins us to discuss the new book, The ABC's of Plutonium Private Club Leadership. The book launches on February 27th in Nashville, TN at the CMAA World Conference. Get all the details about what's inside. Order your copy at http://plutonium.club Follow us on the socials Join our private Facebook community! Private Club Radio Instagram Private Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

What if instead of doing something new, you worked on doing what you do 20% better? Gabe chats about this lesson he learned and how it is transforming his business while still keeping feeding his creative need. We also chat with Frank Vain of the McMahon Group. Frank discusses why club's should consider a Board Development Committee rather than a nominating committee. We also chat about the National Club Association's plans for 2019 and how they are helping to represent clubs around the country...

Michael Crandal joins us on this encore episode to discuss Food & Beverage at private clubs. Don't forget to pick up your copy of the ABC's of Plutonium Private Club Leadership at http://plutonium.club Follow us on the socials Join our private Facebook community! Private Club Radio Instagram Private Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

Rick Coffey and Gabe discuss membership marketing tips for 2019. Learn why retention should be a critical focus of every membership director's job. For those who stick around, you'll get a special treat. Follow us on the socials Join our private Facebook community! Private Club Radio Instagram Private Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

If you think because you manage a club, govern or work at a club you're in the club business, you're wrong. In this episode, Gabe will explain what business you're actually in. Gary Collins of Master Club Advisors also joins us to discuss his lessons from recent travels. Gary visited Oman, Slovenia and Pinehurst and discusses a wide range of topics related to the golf business. Visit http://masterclubadvisors.com to learn more about what Gary and his partner Norm Spitzig do for clubs. Follow u...

Frank Benzakour joins us to share his insights and expertise on superior management which he’s complied in his new book, 12 Golden Keys to Hospitality Excellence. We discuss three principles from the book and much more. Frank is a Cornell MBA graduate and has 25 years of Hospitality experience serving as COO of several prestigious country clubs in the Metropolitan chapter. Benzakour ‘s business acumen includes strategic planning, financial management and implementing short and long-range busine...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into food & beverage hospitality with Matt Hagnauer, Food and Beverage Manager at Crestview CC in Wichita, Kansas. We discuss the importance of hospitality and customer service and knowing the difference between the two. We also chat about importance of never becoming stagnant on food and beverage operations. You'll learn how to start hiring for attitude and not skill. We'll also cover how to break teh barriers between food and beverage and other outlets ar...

On this episode we recap conversations from our Top 5 Interviews of 2018! You'll hear the best nuggets from each of our most downloaded episodes. You'll also find out which countries our listeners came from as we announce the Top 10. Follow us on the socials Join our private Facebook community! Private Club Radio Instagram Private Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

On this episode we chat with Terry Clark of Club Advisors. Terry shares what every club is looking for in their next chef. You’ll learn what skills to work on and how to showcase your talent to the board or GM. You’ll also find out what Terry and his team have been up to in 2018. Visit http://www.clubadvisors.com to learn more. We also chat with Henry Wallmeyer of the National Club Association. Henry gives us a preview of the upcoming National Club Conference to be held in Washington, DC April ...

Cyber attacks are a huge threat. What is your club doing to prevent them? If the answer is, "not much" or "it's not really on our radar", than this is an episode you'll need to hear and share with your team and board. Adam and Brad share the top 7 things you can do right now to lower your cyber attack risk. They also provide some special resources for Private Club Radio listeners. Adam Anderson is a long-time business owner who also happens to be a leading authority on cyber security. He is a ...

Does mini golf, an escape room or a pink waterfall have any place on at a private golf club? Richard & Sally Haygarth of Maple Leaf Golf think so, and they let us in on their outside the box thinking on this week's episode. You can learn more about Maple Leaf Golf by visiting https://www.mapleleafgolf.co.uk/ Follow us on the socials Join our private Facebook community! Private Club Radio Instagram Private Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

On this episode we highlight a fascinating property in the English Countryside - Golf at Goodwood. You'll learn all about the history and tradition of the property from their general manager, Stuart Gillett. You'll also learn how Goodwood does things different from any golf club you've ever heard of. From their website: Over the past two decades Goodwood has built a reputation for delivering sport in a thrilling, creative and unconventional way. Nowhere else in the world has such an enviable s...

Henry Wallmeyer, President of the National Club Association, joins us to discuss their newest partnership with Eloquence Magazine. We also talk about their partnership with the McMahon Group for a new private club industry award. Brad Steele, VP of Government Relations, also joins us to recap the most recent election results. The people have spoken. Find out what it will mean for private clubs around the country. Follow us on the socials Join our private Facebook community! Private Club Radi...