JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2009
VOLUME 27, ISSUE 1

Features

Navigating the Next Administration: The Private Club Outlook
With a campaign that promised change, President Barack Obama will now be tasked with delivering that change. Those in the private club industry will be watching closely to determine how new or changing legislation may affect them.

Clubs at Risk: Labor & Employment Outlook For 2009
Potential changes to the landscape of labor and employment law may be on the horizon due to a confluence of factors. From legislative developments to civil and federal judiciary changes, clubs should scrutinize risk management and defense strategies against liability exposures.

Clubs and the Economy Series: The Value of Member Feedback
Membership surveys have always been vital tools clubs use to listen to what the members have to say. Even more important in today’s economy, membership surveys can help your club remain relevant, ensure you are providing members with value and plan for the future to be able to retain current members and attract new ones

Departments

PRESIDENT’S LETTER

POINT OF VIEW
Becoming Involved in the Legislative Process

INDUSTRY WATCH
Trends, Demographics and News from the Club Industry

NCA INSIGHT
The 111th Congress: A Test for the Private Club Industry

SPOTLIGHT
Private Club Chefs Throughout the Country

LAWS & REGS
Paid Sick Leave, State Marriage Initiatives, E-Verify

BY THE NUMBERS
Trends in Seniors, Domestic Partners and Co-Habitation