Private Club Radio Show

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 they are doing to uniquely position themselves. We round out the show with an intriguing chat with Nick Brown of EZ Go. You'll learn the history of the organization as well as the new technology that EZ Go is rolling out in 2019. Learn more at https://ezgo.txtsv.com/ Follow us on the socials Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

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 CEO of the National Club Association. Henry announces some new speakers that were added to the National Club Conference lineup. He also discusses some new partners and benefits that the NCA is bringing to members. Visit http://nationalclub.org to learn more.  Follow us on the socials Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

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 exceptional customer service. His career history reflects new concept introductions and numerous successful business turnarounds. Henry joined GGA in 2008 after nine years as the Vice President – Golf of Pulte Homes, the largest developer of golf course communities in the U.S. While at Pulte Homes, Henry developed 27 golf courses in 10 states. During his tenure, Pulte Homes became the largest developer of golf communities and of golf courses in the U.S. with more than $500 million in developed golf assets. In addition, he was responsible for the operation of more than 20 Pulte golf courses. Henry has been recognized by Golf Inc. magazine as one of the “Most Influential People in Golf”. He is a Past President of the Board of Directors of the National Golf Course Owners Association and serves on the Employers Advisory Council for the PGA of America. A “go to” resource on matters of golf-related resort and residential investment and development, Henry is often asked by U.S. and international media to comment on social and economic trends affecting the golf business.  Follow us on the socials Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

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 to get right to work on one after you hear what Dean and Bill have to say. What's the biggest capital expense when it comes to agronomy at a club? You'll find out during our discussion. Founded in 2003, Golf Maintenance Solutions (GMS) offers a unique combination of expertise covering all facets of golf course maintenance, including agronomy programming, irrigation, equipment maintenance, business management, leadership development, environmental practices and construction project management.Visit https://www.golfmsolutions.com to learn more Follow us on the socials Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

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 spokesperson driven videos that get clicks, calls and engagement from your members and prospects.Learn why video content can get more engagement from members, guests and prospects to your club.  Follow us on the socials Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

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 Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate 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. Visit http://nationalclub.org to learn more.  Follow us on the socials Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin

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 Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate 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 Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate 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 us on the socials Private Club Radio InstagramPrivate Club Radio Linkedin Denny Corby Instagram Denny Corby Linkedin