MISSION STATEMENT

The NJ Club Management Association creates a diverse and inclusive community where every member finds a sense of belonging and opportunity for growth. We are committed to advancing professional and personal success through exceptional education, personalized mentoring, valuable networking, and recreational opportunities.

The New Jersey Club Management Association (NJCMA), was established in 1936 and has been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club professionals, and students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NJCMA is comprised of more than 210 members throughout the New Jersey area. NJCMA professionals are affiliated with country clubs, golf clubs, yacht, racquets and city clubs. The New Jersey Club Management Association is the New Jersey Chapter of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA).

The purpose of this Association shall be to promote and advance friendly relations between and among persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character; to encourage the education and advancement of its members; and to assist club officers and members through their managers, to secure the utmost in an efficient and successful operation.

NJCMA Objectives

For more information on job opportunities in the New Jersey Chapter of CMA, please contact Cindy Williams, CCM at [email protected]

Current Search Firms Postings

• DENEHY Club Thinking Partners  
  
  
• GGA Partners
  
  
• GSI Executive Searches
  
  
• Kopplin Kuebler & Wallace  
  
  
• RCS Hospitality Group
  
  

• Troon

Please email the following to [email protected]:

Your choice of a career in the club management industry is a life-long commitment. To guarantee that your commitment is upheld, CMAA's resources and benefits ensure that club management professionals are prepared and ready for the ever-changing club environment. Benefits associated with membership include professional development opportunities, networking with club professional not only locally but around the world, cutting edge research and benchmarking studies, certification, career services and much more.

Membership in the Association is open to individuals who are currently in management positions at membership-based clubs. Once elected into CMAA the individual simultaneously becomes a member of the New Jersey Chapter (NJCMA).

We are pleased to announce that CMAA has streamlined the new member application process. The application for new membership for both CMAA and NJCMA is fully online with required payment via credit card.

ALL NEW MEMBERS APPLY HERE

SPECIAL NOTE: Past CMAA members who have been absent for more than 1 year and wish to rejoin the association should access their prior account through the CMAA website and rejoin the association. If you are unsure of your prior log in details, please contact the CMAA Membership Department using this email request.

NEW MEMBER DUES:
CMAA - $500
NJCMA - $525

After April 1st, dues are discounted 50% for both CMAA and NJCMA.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Rosemary Panno, Managing Director.

We look forward to welcoming you as a member to the New Jersey Chapter!

Origins, Structure, and Continuing Mission

Established by the New Jersey Club Managers Association in 1996, the New Jersey Club Foundation is a non-profit organization incorporated under the laws of the State of New Jersey. The Board of Directors consists of twelve members: eight CMAA New Jersey chapter members, a financial advisor, a student/faculty advisor, and two individuals from club-related industries.

Since its inception, the NJCF has contributed more than $750,000 to financially support manager's education, student support and development and worthy charities. Recent recipients are: NJ State Golf Association Youth Foundation, Eva's Village, Hemophilia Association of NJ and CuresMA. Other charities have included Children's Hospital of New Jersey at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Advancing Opportunities, Christine's Hope for Kids Foundation, Community Food Bank of NJ . 180 Turning Lives Around, St Jude's Children's Hospital and The First Tee. The New Jersey Club Foundation has contributed more than $430,000 to various charities. Funding of over $84,000 has been provided for student chapter programs at the Fairleigh Dickinson University. The Foundation has reimbursed more than $95,000 to member clubs for Business Management Institute scholarships and approximately $140,000 for hospitality students.

Recent Donations were contributed to the CMAA Club Foundation, Oakland Hills Employee Relief ClubsHelp Fund, AABR Foundation, International CHRIE ESD Event Sponsorship. Past donations included Community Food Bank of NJ, Red Cross Katrina Hurricane Relief Fund, Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund, and Texas Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund.

The NJCF accomplished its initial goal of raising $500,000 in endowment funds to continue its mission and, in 2005, the Directors increased the objective to $1,000,000. A prudent, conservative investment strategy combined with annual fund-raisers allowed the Foundation to reach this goal.

Purpose and Objectives

• Advance the club management profession with support for Club Manager and Assistant Club Manager educational programs.
• Create greater public awareness of related professional opportunities by providing financial assistance to individuals interested in Club and Hospitality fields.
• Promote the Club Management profession through academic programs offered by colleges, culinary schools and universities in New Jersey and other states.
• Cooperate in the dissemination of professional information to allied associations, academic institutions and other hospitality-involved groups.
• The corporation may also elect to contribute to local charitable organizations.

The New Jersey Club Foundation provides funding for BMI programs and related expenses for managers and for speakers at chapter educational meetings. Funds are also available to Fairleigh Dickinson University and the University of Delaware student chapters to facilitate their attendance at CMAA meetings and national conferences.

The New Jersey Club Foundation, established in 1996 by the New Jersey Club Managers Association, is a non-profit organization incorporated under the laws of the State of New Jersey. The sources of financial support will be a Golf Tournament, Food & Wine Trade Show and various other fundraisers that will be conducted by Directors of the Foundation and other volunteers.

The activities listed will be initiated by the Directors beginning in 1996.

To financially support educational programs for members of the New Jersey Chapter of the Club Managers Association of America who are working as Club Managers and Assistant Managers to further the Club Management profession through continuing educational programs. This will include, but not be limited to the following:

• Chapter Educational programs held in conjunction with scheduled meetings of the association throughout the year.
• Half day or One day workshops endorsed by the CMAA for educational credits recognized by the Club Management Institute Professional Development Program that will assist managers and assistant managers in achieving the Certified Club Manager designation.
• Support of manager attendance at Educational programs in the Business Management Institute series I-V and Sports Management, Food and Beverage Management and new programs as they are developed.
• Independent Study Courses that are relevant to the Club Management profession.
• Independent research by club managers to achieve the Master Club Manager designation or independent research to publish in professional journals that may be required to achieve a MBA or PhD.
• Support of faculty members' research at accredited institutions.
• Field trips to the Culinary Institute of America, clubs and other educational institutions with hospitality, culinary or business programs by club managers or students.

To provide financial assistance to individuals from the public sector, to include, but not limited to the following:

• Students interested in the Club and/or hospitality field and students enrolled in two or four year hospitality education programs.
• To promote the club management profession through academic programs offered by community colleges, trade schools, culinary schools and universities, both in New Jersey and in other states.
• To cooperate in the dissemination of professional information to allied associations, academic institutions and other groups involved in the hospitality field.
• To make contributions to charitable organizations, located with in the state of New Jersey:non-profit organizations which distribute food and/or shelter to the needy and non-profit organizations which care for battered women and children.

The New Jersey Club Foundation has created an endowment, with a goal of $1,000,000.00, which will ensure that funds are available in perpetuity for the above stated purposes.

Scholarships Available:

NJCF Student Scholarship-4 Year College

NJCF Student Scholarship-Community College

Rita F. Galante Scholarship and Application

Karl G. Habib Wine Scholarship and Application

Please submit application to:

Joe Kuntar

Chairman of the New Jersey Scholarship Committee

[email protected]

Platinum Sponsor Benefits

The Boards of Directors of the New Jersey Club Management Association and the New Jersey Club Foundation are pleased to announce our new Corporate Partnership Program. After more than one year of development, we are proud to unveil a program through which our existing participating vendors and those that wish to get involved can select a program that is tailor-made to each company's own marketing needs. Our vendors have been and will continue to be a critical component to our Chapter's success.

The NJCMA Corporate Partnership Program provides a choice of up to four levels of investment, each of which is annualized, allowing our vendors to better budget their expenditures. Each level allows choices within itself as to the events and opportunities to be included on an individual company basis. All levels include chapter-wide recognition via the website and printed materials and all participating companies receive a table in the always well attended Annual Vendor Expo in which you have participated in the past.

There are many options to choose from but each level has limited availability so the earlier you commit, the more options you will have from which to choose. Click on the Corporate Partnership Booklet tab on this page to find a detailed outline of the program including overviews of the Chapter and the Foundation as well as a matrix which simply compares what is included in each level.

Please don't hesitate to speak to one of our Board Members or you may call Rosemary Panno, the Chapter's Managing Director, directly so you can be sure to have all of the necessary information to build your company's custom marketing program. Participation will last for a full year and your date of commitment will also be your annual renewal date.

We are all very excited to further develop many of our long-lasting vendor relationships and to forge new ones. We look forward to hearing from you.

CMAA currently has more than 1,200 student members and maintains 42 student chapters and colonies at colleges and universities throughout the United States. Any student who is studying hospitality management at a four-year college or university may apply for a CMAA student membership even if there is not a chapter currently on your campus.

The NJ Chapter is proud to be associated with two established CMAA Student Chapters—Fairleigh Dickinson University and the University of Delaware. For more information on the individual student chapters associated with the NJ Chapter, please click on the links below. For information on the student chapter, please contact Kane Pappas at [email protected].

Congratulations to FDU Chapter! Winner of the 2021 CMAA Student Chapter of the Year!

NJ Chapter on Facebook: Follow Us Here!

NJCMA on Instagram: Follow Us Here!

NJCMA on Twitter: Follow Us Here!

Please click here to be directed to the national CMAA Website.

Gold Sponsor Benefits

Choice of one of the following:

CMAA is pleased to offer significant and groundbreaking career resources through the ClubCareers website. The site has a wealth of career resources for members, non-members, search firms and clubs looking for professional management personnel.

Our commitment to excellence in club management is part of our core values, demonstrated by our membership and exemplified through volunteer leadership. Our network of colleagues within our chapter exudes professionalism to the highest level and supports personal growth and specialized practices by our members.

We walk traditionally in a successful footprint "a grass roots approach" which is reiterated through our hard work and efforts in support and development of the club industry, surrounding communities, fellow members, and allied associations. We provide opportunities for our fellow club managers through educational seminars, chapter meetings, executive career services, health and welfare as well as the constant dissemination of industry specific information.

We believe the management of clubs is an honorable calling. Members of NJCMA are held accountable and committed to exhibiting sound business ethics. Our perpetual goal of providing a continuous stream of information to our fellow managers encompasses the vital tools to promote a standard of excellence in leadership.

Alexander Mueller, CCM
President of NJ Club Management Association

CMAA has created an online community for our Chapter. If you're familiar with CMAA Connect, you can go straight to https://connect.cmaa.org and look under "My Communities" using the menu at the top of the page. Be sure to login first using the same credentials you use on cmaa.org.

If you're new to CMAA Connect and haven't had a chance to check it out yet, you can read about here: https://www.cmaa.org/membership/communities/cmaa-connect. We plan to use our community for chapter related discussions and to communicate to you about chapter events and other important items.

Established in 1996, the New Jersey Club Foundation is a non-profit organization that aims to advance the club management profession through educational programs, charitable organizations, and greater public awareness.

As a NJCF Corporate Sponsor, you and a guest are invited to attend our

Regional Conference Social on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 in Tampa.

  Please RSVP to Rosemary Panno at [email protected] if you and a guest are attending.

Silver Sponsor Benefits

Dear Chapter Members,

It is an honor and privilege to serve as your President of the NJ Club Managers Association. As I step into this role, I am filled with gratitude for the opportunity to lead a chapter that is truly a special fraternal association. Our members are not only gracious but are always willing to support one another. This spirit of camaraderie extends to our Board, a dedicated group that shares a common goal: your success.

We, as a Board, are committed to supporting your journey in the club management profession. Whether you are pursuing your CCM designation or striving for the next milestone in your career, we are here to ensure you have the resources, opportunities, and encouragement needed to thrive. Your growth is our priority, and we are dedicated to fostering an environment that inspires excellence.

The NJ Chapter is often regarded as one of the finest in the country, a reputation that reflects the dedication and talent of its members. Our Board exemplifies this, bringing together a dynamic group of energetic, diverse, and compassionate individuals. I am proud to work alongside such a talented team, all of whom are deeply invested in the success of this chapter. Together, I am confident that we can achieve great things and once again earn the title of Chapter of the Year.......................

Bronze Sponsor Benefits

CONGRATULATIONS TO NJCMA MEMBERS

Andres Chacon of Baltusrol Golf Club on receiving the 2024 Karl G. Habib WIne Scholarhsip

 Kada Cernek of Rumson Country Club on receiving the 2024 Rita Galante Scholarship

Bridget Foster of Spring Lake Golf Club on receiving the 2024 Rita Galante Scholarship (Not pictured)

Konstantin Kalmukov of Spring Lake Golf Club on receiving the First Edward Dollinger Scholarship

CONGRATULATIONS TO NJCMA Members

CONGRATULATIONS TO NJCMA Member

Rachel Kramer CCM General Manager of Preakness Hills Country Club

on achieving her CCM designation.

CONGRATULATIONS TO NJCMA Member

Mitchell Fenton, CPP, CCM, Chief Security Officer at Baltusrol Golf Club

on achieving his CCM designation.

CONGRATULATIONS TO NJCMA Member

Artie Keenan Food & Beverage Director at Bay Head Yacht Club

on Receiving the James B. Singerling Scholarship for 2024

Keep up to date on Chapter News. Download your copy of recent Chapter Newsletters here.

View the Resume Bank

Congratulations to Buddy Seamon, CCM on achieving his CCM Designation!

Buddy is General Manager of Mendham Golf & Tennis Club

Click Read more to see Photos from some of our events these past couple months..........

CMAA has created an online community for our Chapter. If you're familiar with CMAA Connect, you can go straight to https://connect.cmaa.org and look under "My Communities" using the menu at the top of the page. Be sure to login first using the same credentials you use on cmaa.org.

 If you're new to CMAA Connect and haven't had a chance to check it out yet, you can read about here: https://www.cmaa.org/membership/communities/cmaa-connect. We plan to use our community for chapter related discussions and to communicate to you about chapter events and other important items.

From the NJSGA

• NJGSA Coronavirus Resource Page 

From Condon, O'Meara, McGinty & Donnelly

• The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act 
• Social Clubs and the COVID-19 Epidemic
•  Social Clubs & the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

From the Director of Membership from the National Golf Course Owners Association

• ·  https://www.ngcoa.org/coronavirus - Keeping updated
• ·  https://www.ngcoa.org/making-your-course-social-distance-ready - New- Ideas to keep you course open and safe "Park and Play" program and "Social Distancing Read"
• ·  https://www.ngcoa.org/marketingideas- New- marketing ideas

CONGRATULATIONS

Look here for additional resources, links to some good reads and Club Career related articles.

The Website - Communications Committee requests that you send pictures of your Clubhouse, Golf Course and other Club Amenities for use in updating the Chapter Website. Please send photos to Rosemary Panno, [email protected].

Members are encouraged to get more involved with Chapter business by providing service to one of our Committees.

Are you aware of this NJ Club Foundation Program?

A NJCF program offering financial assistance to those NJCMA Club employees who do not receive reimbursement from their club for education classes, and whose classes pertain to their current job and career enhancement.

Platinum

$15,000 - 4 available

Gold

$10,000 - 4 available

Choice of one of the following:

Silver

$5,000 - 10 available

Bronze

$2,500 - open availability

NJCMA Social Events Include:

NJCMA Education events include all regular scheduled monthly education sessions (Winter Workshop not included)

Platinum Sponsors

Featuring Scotty Sanders and John Formica

Empathy Bootcamp: The Path to a New Perspective, Michael Ventura

The NJCMA Club Map Tool includes locations, directions and information about Clubs within our Chapter Boundaries.

Our Career Services page offers a variety of local and national resources in a search for a new position or available professionals and staff. Click here for Staff Job Postings and here for Professional Postings.

Job Posting

General Manager/COO-Montclair Golf Club