Mere mention of the IRS tends to trigger certain symptoms among club board members: sweaty palms, worried looks, and the overwhelming feeling that, though you’ve tried to do everything right, you still may have done something wrong. That’s O.K. It’s a natural reaction. But, contrary to popular belief, the IRS isn’t simply there to breathe down your neck and more»

In order for a board to deal with challenging issues effectively and efficiently, a club needs to put a sound governance model in place—and it should be done proactively, not when crisis strikes. The club’s governance model provides the foundation for every decision that is made, and it is critical that the board examine it with an open mind and a more»

Sound governance practices and principles are the foundation of a successful club. They lay the groundwork for the club’s board and its decisions, as well as ensure that club procedures adhere to strong legal and ethical standards. NCA, in conjunction with the NCA Foundation, recently conducted a survey of NCA’s membership that asked about their clubs’ more»

In recent months, news about unions and union organizing efforts has been steadily creeping up above the fold. A large part of the discussion—especially within the private club industry—has centered on the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB or Board). The NLRB is a five-member agency charged with overseeing union organizing elections and resolving more»

Usually when people think of country clubs, an image of a rolling green-hilled golf course comes to mind. Golf has long been the primary attraction for country clubs, but it soon may need to share some of it’s spotlight with a new rising star: tennis. Over the last 10 years, tennis participation has increased by an incredible 45.7 percent according to more»

In the first article in our membership development series, we detailed how to identify the key target groups for new member recruitment. When it comes to membership development, though, simply identifying the best member prospects isn’t enough. Once a club determines which groups to target and how to best court each prospect, the club needs to carefully more»

As an exercise regime, golf is more than just a walk in the park. Whether you’re carrying your own clubs and walking the course or zipping from hole to hole in a cart, golfing uses calories. A 190-lb. golfer burns 302 calories per hour even when using a golf cart. That same golfer who walks the course and carries his or her own clubs burns 474 calories per more»

Step back from your day-to-day routine and attend a conference that promises an exceptional learning and networking experience. This year the National Club Conference offers innovative programming designed to inspire club leaders, address the latest trends, tackle clubs’ toughest challenges and provide tips to implement immediately. The outlook for the more»