Imagine a historic club on the brink of collapse, brought back to life with a well-timed capital injection and professional management. Today on our podcast, we unravel the inspiring preservation story of the Wisconsin Club, a landmark in downtown Milwaukee. Our guests, Rick Whiting and Fred Joachim , detail the strategic partnership with Concert Golf Partners that allowed the club to swim out of financial difficulty and enhance its operations. 

From challenges in club ownership to securing capital and striking a delicate balance between memberships and costs, we unpack it all. The pandemic wreaked havoc on their banquet business, but Concert Golf Partners stepped in, bringing not just capital but vital professional management. By understanding membership dynamics and preserving the club's allure, they managed to create a unique balance that enhanced the club atmosphere. 

The decision to preserve the club for another 100 years required the board to make challenging decisions. Acquiring the right capital, the one-time assessment imposed on members, and finding the right buyer significantly shaped the club's future. The importance of employees in curating exceptional experiences for club members is discussed, alongside the exciting prospects such as interactive games and club expansion for a unique member experience. Join us for this riveting conversation about the Wisconsin Club's phoenix-like rise and what lies ahead.

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