Q: What are some best practices to maintain a safe alcohol program that will reduce our club’s exposure to liquor-related incidents/claims? A: The key to protecting a private club from claims relating to liquor liability is awareness, training and timely action. Overindulgence of alcoholic beverages
Gated community clubs are rebounding, reports a recent survey by the McMahon Group. Real estate sales are up in 81 percent of surveyed gated community clubs by an average of 12 percent from last year, indicating a stronger position for these clubs than in recent
Imagine working diligently to ensure that your club is always legally compliant. You have spent time speaking to your attorney, researching best practices in the club industry, and even looking into the rules and regulations yourself. Then, you receive notice from the government that what
On Nov. 4, 2014, Americans went to the polls to decide what direction the country would take over the next two years. When the votes were counted, a strong message was sent to those in Washington that the status quo was no longer acceptable. The
We live in a world where change is inevitable and continuous. Through the many articles and education programs NCA offers, we strive to keep you apprised of the changes that are most likely to impact private clubs, to help you in your planning and preparation
Technology today is mostly about software; sometimes the software is “wrapped in hardware” such as a smartphone or moisture sensor, and sometimes it’s a software product such as a reservation system, but it’s useful to think of all this technology as software. Why has computer
Imagine being able to spot bottlenecks on the course before they begin to affect pace of play, and immediately message the slow group to pick up the pace—all from the comfort of the pro shop. Today, golf cars can stream information about your fleet, such
Q: We seem to be having trouble making greater use of technology to run our club and communicate with the membership. What might the club do to address the opportunities technology can present? A: With the exception of all but the largest clubs, many clubs
If you have not initiated a vigilant effort to enhance your club’s cyber security systems, it’s time to take action. It has never been more critical to proactively protect your club. Cino Companies has had the opportunity to audit and assess many IT environments over