After a quick intro from Leighton, we have two interviews recorded at the Conference in Tampa, to give a flavour of this important event.
Michael Herd and Tom Wallace join from Kopplin, Kuebler and Wallace. There's discussion about KK&W's continuing expansion plans with a move into Australia and New Zealand, Tom and Michael explain why Managers should try and get to the Conference, as well as discussion on good governance, how to present your personal brand in the best way and what you can do as a leader to ensure people want to work with you. Big thanks to Michael and Tom for their ongoing support of GCTUK but also giving up their time at the show.
President and CEO of CMAA, Jeff Morgan then joins to give his perspective on the show, but also some of the numbers involved. This is Jeff's 11th conference as CEO, and the event continues to go from strength to strength. We discuss the CMAA's relationship with CMAE and the benefits of coming to conference and how these benefits can reach your club.
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CMAA Conference episode - GCTUK 111
Feb 7, 2025Golf Club Talk UK
On this GCMA Insights we are joined by Gareth Morgan - Professional Development Manager (GCMA), Sean Boyle - GM, Chesterfield GC and James McLean - GM, Bognor Regis GC.
The conversation centres on a hot topic of how clubs are dealing with the increasing costs across many areas, particularly following the October budget. Significant rises on business rates, national insurance and minimum wage have brought challenges to all Golf clubs and we explore how to navigate those challenges. This may be a combination of cost control and increasing revenue and there's some great tips on both. That revenue may come from interneal or external sources.
Sean and James bring a wealth of experience and it's a great conversation.
https://www.chesterfieldgolfclub.co.uk/
https://www.bognorgolfclub.co.uk/
Don't forget our Management Field Trip at Princes and Royal Cinque Ports Golf Clubs on 26th, 27th March. For more details or to book click here - Management Field Trip
GCMA Insights - Dealing with cost pressures at Golf Clubs
Feb 4, 2025Golf Club Talk UK
On episode 110 of GCTUK, following a monthly catch up, Leighton and Eddie talk to Simon Hassall, Chairman of Haydock Park Golf Club. Haydock Park is a members club located in the North-west of England.
Simon, having come from a strong corporate background, has been in post for 3 years and he provides his views on the industry, but also how he approaches his role. Some of the other areas covered include; Being a director and how Simon views the Chairman role and the industry, how to take the best of the corporate world......into Golf clubs, use of data, challenges of keeping a Board focused on the right areas and what Haydock Park is doing to stay ahead of the curve.
https://www.haydockparkgc.co.uk/
Don't forget our Management Field Trip at Princes and Royal Cinque Ports Golf Clubs on 26th, 27th March. For more details or to book click here - Management Field Trip
Simon Hassall, a Chairman's view - GCTUK 110
Jan 29, 2025Golf Club Talk UK
On the latest Trending Topics, we welcome Matt Draper and Mark Romasiuk from England Golf and David Hawkins, Secretary of the Bedfordshire Golf Union.
The discussion is all about mental health and how it can effect anyone in Golf Clubs, both Golfers and those working and volunteering in clubs. David explains why he has such a strong interest in this topic and why he became a mental health first aider and how he now leads a group of mental health first aiders. The three guests explain that it's down to all of us to look out for each other and try to recognise when something's not right.
England Golf will be launching its "Fore Your Mind" compaign in early February. Mark explains how it's designed to signpost both Golfers and Golf Clubs to the best place to receive advice and information. A really important topic and thanks to David for sharing his story.
Don't forget our Management Field Trip at Princes and Royal Cinque Ports Golf Clubs on 26th, 27th March. For more details or to book click here - Management Field Trip
Trending Topics with England Golf - Mental Health, Fore Your Mind
Jan 17, 2025Golf Club Talk UK
A great interview on episode 109 with three outstanding younger managers joining Leighton. We meet James Brockington, GM at Henley GC, Molly Pavey, GM at Bramshaw, Poultons & Newark, and George Tunbridge, GM at St Enodoc. It's not all about their age though and the chat explores their entry into Golf Management and how they view the industry.
The wide range of clubs and ownership structures also provides a great perspective and the topics explored include mentorship, communication, investment, current challenges, particularly around cost pressures and how to engage your members. The industry is certainly in good hands and we thank the guests for their time and hope you enjoy an enlightening interview.
Don't forget our Management Field Trip at Princes and Royal Cinque Ports Golf Clubs on 26th, 27th March. For more details or to book click here - Management Field Trip
View From Three Younger Managers - GCTUK 109
Jan 9, 2025Golf Club Talk UK