Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/02/2012 -- Philip C. Koretski, General Manager/Chief Operating Officer of The Misquamicut Club in Watch Hill, Rhode Island, and member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) has been inducted to the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) Twenty-Five-Year Club.

Membership in the CMAA Twenty-Five-Year Club is open to "any member of CMAA who shall have been the manager of the same bona fide club for 25 consecutive years." Managers are invited to become members upon receipt of statements of eligibility from the club president.

Philip began working at The Misquamicut Club after high school and worked there for six summers total. (1979-1984) The first two as a dishwasher at the Beach Club, the final four as an "Assistant to the Manager" at both the Golf Club and Beach Club. (There were no Assistant Managers in those glory days.)

After graduating from College (1984) Philip took his first "real job" at Nielsen Television Ratings and went to training school in Dunedin, Florida; January 1985. In May of 1985-Dan Denehy called Philip was subsequently hired him as the Assistant Club Manager at Aspetuck Valley CC in Westin Connecticut. Philip was with Dan until fall of 1986 when he went to Florida to work as the Beverage Manager at The Jupiter Island Club. In the spring of 1987, he was hired by Peter Tunley to be the Assistant Manager at The Stanwich Club in Greenwich, Connecticut. By late summer of 1987-Bob Gallagher (Club Manager at The Misquamicut Club) was leaving Watch Hill to become the GM at Piping Rock in Locust Valley, NY. Philip was offered the job to replace Bob-hired to work seasonally in 1988. At the end of that summer - The Misquamicut Club was under taking a series of construction projects-which were to be supervised by the contractors. When asked "would he stay for the winter to oversee the construction projects" Philip agreed and has stayed year round ever since. Philip was formerly promoted to the title of the Club's first General Manager in 1992 and as GM/COO in 2010.

The Club (140 employees at peak, $5.2 million in gross volume) has grown at an exceptional rate over the past 25 years with $205,000 in food and beverage revenues generated in 1988 (with a local caterer providing food service in the evenings) to over $1.2 million currently with the Club doing everything in house.

The Club has been fortunate to retain the Controller for 30+ years, the Golf Professional and Green Superintendent for over 20. The current Executive Chef began here as a Johnson and Wales culinary intern 19 years ago and is still here. Staff longevity is the key to success at The MC. Over the past 8 years the Club has taken on a wide spectrum of capital improvements which has brought the Club to its current level of member service excellence. These projects include a $3.6 million renovation to the Beach Club, $1.5 million to the Golf Club House, $1.1 to the irrigation system on the golf course, $750,000 to tennis and $500,000 to the golf course.

Over the years, he has have been blessed with many exceptional Assistant Managers many of whom have gone on to be Club General Managers. These individuals include Tom Finocchiaro, Scott Johnson, Sean Ryan, Brian Reeves and Bill Crooks. Philip also states that he has been blessed to have worked for three outstanding Club Managers -all of whom set great examples for a young Assistant Manager. "Their countless lessons allowed me to thrive and grow over the past 25 years at The Misquamicut Club." These three GM's, all still actively employed in Club Management, are Bob Gallagher, Dan Denehy and Peter Tunley.

Philip is married to his wife, Professor Jodie Drapal Koretski and has six children, Christopher, Katharine, Michaela, Jade, Savanna and Tessa. Philip resides in Westerly, RI. His hobbies range from stand up paddle boarding, fishing, boating, home renovation and many activities with his children.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With close to 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA manager members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations among persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character; to encourage the education and advancement of its members; to assist club officers and members, through their managers, to secure the utmost in efficient and successful operations. CMAA hosts the World Conference on Club Management and Exposition annually; maintains a highly trafficked Web site — www.cmaa.org —containing club industry resources as well as a section for CMAA members only; researches, writes and develops textbooks, manuals and white papers on club management issues; and is involved in numerous industry-wide initiatives that advance the profession of club management and enrich the lives of its members.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/08/2012 -- Larry Bienapfyl, CCM, CCE, General Manager/Chief Operating Officer of Belmont Country Club in Belmont, Massachusetts, and member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) has been accredited with the Certified Chief Executive (CCE) designation by the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA).

Mr. Bienapfyl was approved by the Certification Committee of CMAA after successfully achieving the CCE qualification. He joins only a few dozen club managers worldwide who have attained this hallmark of professionalism.

The Certified Chief Executive designation was developed to recognize those managers who have shown the ability to successfully serve as the most senior manager in a club. The Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation is still the "hallmark of professionalism" within the club industry. The CCE designation is meant to augment the CCM designation, not replace it.

Mr. Bienapfyl qualified for the CCE designation by being an Active status member of CMAA having achieved the CCM designation, obtaining Honor Society status, successfully completed Business Management Institute (BMI) IV and V, and having served as the top executive in a club (i.e., General Manager, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer) for a minimum of five years.

Mr. Beinapfl has been in the golf business for almost 35 years and became a member of CMAA in 1982. He achieved CCM status in 2000 and was inducted into Honor Society in 2011. Larry is originally from Minnesota and has held country club positions in Maryland, North Carolina, Florida, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He moved to Massachusetts in 2003 to take the General Manager/Chief Operating Officer position at Belmont Country Club in Belmont, Mass. and is now excited to be entering his ninth season.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With close to 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA manager members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations among persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character; to encourage the education and advancement of its members; to assist club officers and members, through their managers, to secure the utmost in efficient and successful operations. CMAA hosts the World Conference on Club Management and Exposition annually; maintains a highly trafficked Web site — http://www.cmaa.org —containing club industry resources as well as a section for CMAA members only; researches, writes and develops textbooks, manuals and white papers on club management issues; and is involved in numerous industry-wide initiatives that advance the profession of club management and enrich the lives of its members.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/08/2012 -- New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) President J. Brent Tartamella CCM, CCE and the 2012 Board of Directors are pleased to announce that Christopher J. Barron, General Manager of Vermont National Country Club (South Burlington, Vermont) has been appointed to the 2012 NECMA Board of Directors.

Mr. Barron has served as General Manager of Vermont National Country Club since March 2009. Previously he held the positions of Assistant Manager and Tournament Director. Prior to Vermont National Chris was an Assistant Golf Professional and Tournament Director at Rancho La Quinta Country Club in La Quinta, CA. Chris attended the University of Massachusetts at Amherst where he concentrated in Sports Management.

Mr. Barron joined Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) and its New England Chapter (NECMA) in 2008 and is actively pursuing his Certified Club Manager (CCM) Certification; the cornerstone of CMAA's member recognition program. He is currently serving on the 2012 CMAA Mid Management Conference (MMC) Planning Committee and chairs the NECMA Outings Committee as well as the Executive Career Services Committee.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional association for managers of leading private country, city, yacht, athletic, military and fraternal clubs in the United States and abroad. Founded in 1927, CMAA provides executive career services, a lifetime professional development program and a national trade magazine, Club Management, to its nearly 6,000 members. For more information about CMAA or its Certification Program, visit its web site at http://www.cmaa.org.

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Gloucester, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/27/2011 -- Christopher D. Ferris, CCM, General Manager of Eastern Point Yacht Club in Gloucester, MA, and Member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) has been accredited with a "Certified Club Manager" (CCM) designation by the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA).

Mr. Ferris was approved by the Certification Committee of CMAA after successfully passing a certification examination. He joins more than 1,000 club managers worldwide who have attained this hallmark of professionalism and qualified for the CCM examination as a result of fulfilling specific requirements in club management experiences, education and Association activity.

The CCM examination contains nine specific areas, including private club administration, marketing, food and beverage operations and sports management. The exam is prepared and administered under the direction of the Certification Committee at various college and university campuses across the country.

Through the Certified Club Manager program, CMAA encourages the education and advancement of its members and assists club officers and members in securing the most efficient and successful club operations available.

Since 1965, the Certified Club Manager designation has been the cornerstone of CMAA's member recognition program and is widely respected as an indication of a club manager's commitment to professional development and the industry.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional association for managers of leading private country, city, yacht, athletic, military and fraternal clubs in the United States and abroad. Founded in 1927, CMAA provides executive career services, a lifetime professional development program and a national trade magazine, Club Management, to its nearly 6,000 members. For more information about CMAA or its Certification Program, visit its web site at http://www.cmaa.org.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/09/2011 -- With the advancement in today's mobile devices - everything from (narrow screened) smarter smartphones to the very popular (wider screened) tablets such as the iPad - New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original Chapter of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) continues raising the technology bar even higher with its third generation (G3) mobile site - necma.mobi.

The look...

- Cleaner, crisper, more "need-to-know" information
- Balanced and symmetry
- "Very clean, clutter free, easy to use & easy to read!"

The features...

- Layout and content formatted for all mobile platforms (narrow and wider screened devices) as well as desktops
- Improved navigation with an auto-collapsing left vertical navigation bar for narrow screened devices
- Subpages - links to site pages with related information
- Attachments - view and download attachments related to page content
- More information - much the same as the full website

Our third generation in mobile sites follows the same core mission and purpose - to provide the mobile professionals with a snapshot of important (NECMA) Chapter data, and to engage members through technology on the platforms they are most likely to be present.

"The latest predictions on the development of the online industry clearly say that the usage of mobile Internet will be bigger than desktop... You can expect that in the future the most of your visitors will access your website from a mobile device." (read more at http://www.spotzerblog.com/category/mobile/)

The NECMA/New England Chapter CMAA is well known to the club management/CMAA community for being a leader in technology. In April 1997, NECMA was the first CMAA Chapter to launch a website. In April 1999, NECMA was first CMAA Chapter to launch a mobile site.

Visit necma.mobi at http://www.necma.mobi and experience the latest in today's mobile content on demand.

Feedback and suggestions are welcome. Send email to the NECMA Technology & Information System Committee at technology@necma.org - we'd love to hear from you.

The new NECMA G3 mobile site was created and maintained with Google Sites - a free and easy way to create and share webpages.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 230 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, please visit http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is the professional association for managers of leading private country, city, yacht, athletic, military and fraternal clubs in the United States and abroad. Founded in 1927, CMAA provides executive career services, a lifetime professional development program and a national trade magazine, Club Management, to its nearly 7,000 members. For more information about CMAA or its Certification Program, visit its web site at http://www.cmaa.org.

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Concord, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/31/2011 -- Mr. Richard G. Shultz, CCM, General Manager and Chief Operating Officer of Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord, Massachusetts has been named New England Club Managers Association's (NECMA) MANAGER OF THE YEAR 2011 by his peers in the Association at its Annual Meeting on October 17th at the Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord, Massachusetts.

Established in 2005, NECMA MANAGER OF THE YEAR recognizes a NECMA Member for demonstrating outstanding qualifications and endeavors as a club manager while exemplifying and promoting leadership, professional development, community and charitable involvement and overall dedication to and excellence in the club management field.

Mr. Shultz has been serving as the General Manager/COO of Nashawtuc Country Club since 2007. Prior to the appointment, he managed the Concord Country Club in Concord, MA for the past seven years, General Manager at the Nashua Country Club in New Hampshire for four years, General Manager at the Wanango Country Club in Reno, Pennsylvania, and Assistant GM at the Lake Naomi Club in Pocono Pines, PA and also served as a Manager at the Quechee Club in Quechee, Vermont.

Mr. Shultz joined CMAA and NECMA in 1991 and served on several NECMA committees and elected as NECMA Director in 1997 and 2000 and served through 2002 before being elected as Secretary-Treasurer in 2003 and 2004, Vice President in 2005 and 2006, and President in 2007 and 2008.

Mr. Shultz's outstanding visionary, voluntary effort and time were instrumental in the formation of the New England Club Managers David Meador Foundation, a (pending) 501(c)3 Corporation established last year; the general purpose of which is to foster intellectual excellence in the field of club management by securing funds from contributions to be used for educational purposes and assist students, by way of providing scholarship grants, seeking an education in the hospitality profession. The Corporation's charitable and educational purposes are to provide educational and training opportunities for club managers and students engaged and employed in the private club and hospitality industry in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the states of Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.

Mr. Shultz is a member of the prestigious CMAA Honor Society, and holds the Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation from the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) as well as a BS degree in Recreation Management from Penn State University.

Mr. Shultz is a member of the US Golf Association, U.S. Sailing Association and serves on community and church committees in home town of Amherst, NH.

Ric and his wife Sue reside in Amherst, New Hampshire and have a daughter Ali (23), and son Conor (20) . He is the son of the late Patricia Shultz and Guy Shultz of East Brady, PA. .

Mr. Shultz joins past recipients: NECMA MANAGER OF THE YEAR: 2010 – Steve Cummings, CCM, CCE, General Manager of Brae Burn Country Club in West Newton, Massachusetts; 2009 – J. Brent Tartamella, CCM, CCE, General Manager of The Westmoor Club in Nantucket, Massachusetts;2008 – Norman "Brie" Hall, CCM, Manager of Walpole Country Club in Walpole, Massachusetts; 2007 – Scott C. Hobden, CCM, Manager of Manchester Country Club in Bedford, New Hampshire; 2006 – Paul W. Lazar, CCM, General Manager of Winchester Country Club in Winchester, Massachusetts; and 2005 – Peter A. Trombetta of Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The MANAGER OF THE YEAR 2011 Committee, Steve Cummings, CCM, CCE, Chairperson; J. Brent Tartamella, CCM, CCE, Vice President (2010-2011); Norman "Brie" Hall , CCM, Past President (1989-1990); Paul W. Lazar, CCM, Past President; (2004-2005) and Peter A. Trombetta, Past President (2002-2003) are pleased to recognize Ric Shultz, CCM as NECMA MANAGER OF THE YEAR 2011.

The NECMA Board of Directors, the entire NECMA membership, and the MANAGER OF THE YEAR Committee all join in congratulating Mr. Ric Shultz, CCM on this achievement.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional association for managers of leading private country, city, yacht, athletic, military and fraternal clubs in the United States and abroad. Founded in 1927, CMAA provides executive career services, a lifetime professional development program and a national trade magazine, Club Management, to its nearly 6,000 members. For more information about CMAA or its Certification Program, visit its web site at http://www.cmaa.org.

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The Members of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), established in 1914, held its Annual Meeting at Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord, Massachusetts on October 17th, and elected new Chapter Officers and Directors.

Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/21/2011 -- The Members of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) established in 1914, held its Annual Meeting at Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord, Massachusetts on October 17th, and elected new Chapter Officers and Directors.

The duly appointed Nominating Committee chaired by Richard G. Shultz, CCM (Past President 2008-2009) with members Barry A. Stacer, CCM (President 2010-2011); and Philip J. Santomaro, CCM, ASS (Director 2006-2008) presented a slate Officers and Directors 2012 to the Association Membership.

The election results are as follows:

President, for a one-year term:
Mr. J. Brent Tartamella, CCM, CCE, Westmoor Club, Nantucket, MA

Vice President, for a one-year term:
Mr. Francisco A. Ventura, CCM, Oak Hill Country Club, Fitchburg, MA

Secretary, for a one-year term:
Mr. William J. Roman, Edgartown Yacht Club, Edgartown, MA

Treasurer, for a one-year term:
Mr. Ali Mahra, CCM, CHAE, CBM, Eastern Yacht Club, Marblehead,MA

Directors, for a three-year term:
Mr. David D. Przybylski, CCM, Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club, New Durham, NH
Mr. Henry W. Sweren, CCM, Wahconah Country Club, Dalton MA

Director, for a two-year term:
Ms. Marilyn P. Sams, CCM, New Bedford Yacht Club, South Dartmouth MA

The newly elected Officers and Directors will join the members of the Board of Directors currently serving: Directors, Kristen B. LaCount, CCM, Clubhouse Manager of The Country Club in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts (term expires 2012); Jeff S. Isbell, CCM, Function Director of Brae Burn Country Club in Newton, Massachusetts (term expires 2013); James P. Simmons, CCM, General Manager of North Andover Country Club in North Andover, Massachusetts (term expires 2013); and Charles A. Grandon, Clubhouse Manager of Winchester Country Club in Winchester, MA (term expires 2012).

The newly elected Officers and Directors will assume their duties and responsibilities effective November 1, 2011, and participate in the NECMA Board of Directors' Retreat and Strategic Planning Session in November at the NECMA Offices at William F. Connell Golf House & Museum at TPC Boston in Norton, Massachusetts.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 160 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With more than 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations 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 efficient and successful operations. For more information, please visit http://www.cmaa.org.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/21/2011 -- J. Brent Tartamella, CCM (Certified Club Manager), CCE (Certified Chief Executive) General Manager of The Westmoor Club in Nantucket, MA was elected President of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) at its annual meeting held at Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord, MA.

Brent Tartamella, CCM has been serving as the General Manager of The Westmoor Club since 2004. Prior to the appointment, he served Assistant General Manager of the Philadelphia Cricket Club, Manager of Restaurant Operations at the Chevy Chase Club, Clubhouse Manager at Baltimore Country Club and Assistant Manager at The Country Club.

Mr. Tartamella joined CMAA in 1992 as a Student Member at the University of Massachusetts. He achieved his CCM designation in 1999 and at the time was the youngest person to receive the designation. He is a member of the Wine Society, was named to the CMAA Honor Society in 2006 and has been recertified. Mr. Tartamella serves as the Education Chairman and served as Wine Society Co-Chair in 2007, and was elected as Vice President in 2009 and re-elected in 2010. He is also a former NECMA Director (1996-1999) as well as a former Director of the Greater Baltimore Chapter and the Philadelphia Club Foundation.

As President, Mr. Taramella will continue with NECMA members to develop and promote high standards of professionalism in private club management, and further uphold the NECMA mission statement: to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information, please visit the NECMA web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With more than 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations 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 efficient and successful operations. For more information, please visit http://www.cmaa.org.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/21/2011 -- Francisco A. Ventura , CCM (Certified Club Manager), Club Manager of Oak Hill Country Club in Fitchburg, MA was elected Vice President of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) at its annual meeting held at Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord, MA.

Francisco A. Ventura , CCM serves as the Club Manager of Oak Hill Country Club in Fitchburg, MA and was previously General Manager at Blue Hill Country Club in Canton, MA.

Mr. Ventura joined CMAA in 2003 and served as NECMA Director and NECMA Community Relations and Membership Chairman as well as Co-Chair of the Tournaments and Outings Committee in 2008, and elected to Secretary in 2009 and re-elected in 2010. Mr. Ventura achieved his CCM designation in 2009.

As Vice President, Mr. Ventura will continue with NECMA members to develop and promote high standards of professionalism in private club management, and further uphold the NECMA mission statement: to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information, please visit the NECMA web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With more than 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations 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 efficient and successful operations. For more information, please visit http://www.cmaa.org.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/21/2011 -- Ali M. Mahra, CCM, CHAE, Assistant General Manager of Eastern Yacht Club in Marblehead, MA was re-elected Treasurer of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) at its annual meeting held at Willowbend Country Club in Mashpee, MA.

Ali Mahra has served as Assistant General Manager of Eatern Yacht Club in Marblehead, MA since 2010 and prior served as the Assistant General Manager of The University Club of Boston for five years and was Executive Controller at the Quechee Cub in Vermont, and Assistant General Manager at the Mountain Club on Loon in Lincoln NH. He has over 22 year of executive experience with Marriott and Hilton Hotels.

Mr. Mahra joined CMAA in 2004 and a member of the CMAA International Wine Society as well as a Certified Hospitality Accountant Executive (CHAE) and a Certified Business Manager (CBM), and an Adjunct Professor of Hospitality, Newbury College Brookline, MA. Mr. Mahra served as NECMA Director and was elected to Treasurer in 2009 and re-elected in 2010. Mr. Mahra serves on the Board of Directors of Hospitality Financials and Technology Professionals (HFTP), New England, Boston Chapter.

As Treasurer, Mr. Mahra will continue with NECMA members to develop and promote high standards of professionalism in private club management, and further uphold the NECMA mission statement: to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information, please visit the NECMA web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With more than 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations 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 efficient and successful operations. For more information, please visit http://www.cmaa.org.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/19/2011 -- William J. Roman, Manager of Edgartown Yacht Club in Edgartown (Martha's Vineyard), MA was elected Secretary of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA), at the association's annual meeting held at Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord, MA on October 17th.

Mr. Roman has been serving as Club Manager at Edgartown Yacht Club since 1986 and joined CMAA in 1990. He served as Chairman of the 2007 Inaugural East Coast Yacht Club Symposium and is currently Communications Chair of the NECMA Board. Mr. Roman is a member of the International Wine Society and received an AOS from the Culinary Institute of America in 1978.

Mr. Roman was elected NECMA Director for a one-year term at the 2007 NECMA Annual Meeting at Winchester Country Club on October 29, 2007. He was then elected to a three year tem on October 27, 2008 at the Annual Meeting at Mount Pleasant Country Club.

As Secretary, Mr. Roman will continue with NECMA members to develop and promote high standards of professionalism in private club management, and further uphold the NECMA mission statement: to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information, please visit the NECMA web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With more than 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations 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 efficient and successful operations.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/29/2011 -- Steve Cummings, CCM, CCE, General Manager of Brae Burn Country Club in West Newton, Massachusetts and Member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) was elected as Assistant Treasurer and Executive Committee of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association (MRA) at its annual meeting on June 23, 2011.

Mr. Cummings is a 1983 graduate from the University of New Hampshire with a B.S. in Hotel Administration and has been a Board member of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association since 2003.

Mr. Cummings joined the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) in 1985 and has held management positions at Winchester Country Club (Winchester, MA), Oak Tree Country Club (outside of Pittsburg, PA), and Andover Country Club (Andover, MA). In 1988, Cummings joined Brae Burn Country Club in West Newton.

Mr. Cummings has served as a Board member and Treasurer of NECMA and has been guest lecturer at the University of New Hampshire, University of Massachusetts, Boston University, and Mass Bay Community College.

Cummings lives in Marshfield with his wife Beth, and has 5 children, ages 21, 20, 17, 15, and 5.

The Massachusetts Restaurant Association (NRA), founded in 1934, is a trusted not-for-profit trade association committed to the advancement of the food and beverage industry in our state. The MRA helps operators succeed by providing information, education, government advocacy, cost-savings programs, and networking opportunities. Together with the Massachusetts Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, the MRA works to promote current and future industry leaders. Learn more at http://www.marestaurantassoc.org. Media Contact, Alana Belk, Massachusetts Restaurant Association, Director of Communications (508) 303-9905 abelk@marestaurantassoc.org.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional association for managers of leading private country, city, yacht, athletic, military and fraternal clubs in the United States and abroad. Founded in 1927, CMAA provides executive career services, a lifetime professional development program and a national trade magazine, Club Management, to its nearly 6,000 members. For more information about CMAA or its Certification Program, visit its web site at http://www.cmaa.org.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/22/2011 -- Boyd A. Holk, CCM, CCE, General Manager of The University Club of Boston (Boston, Massachusetts), member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) has been accredited with the Certified Chief Executive (CCE) designation by the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA).

Mr. Holk was approved by the Certification Committee of CMAA after successfully achieving the CCE qualification. He joins only a few dozen club managers worldwide who have attained this hallmark of professionalism.

The Certified Chief Executive designation was developed to recognize those managers who have shown the ability to successfully serve as the most senior manager in a club. The Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation is still the "hallmark of professionalism" within the club industry.

Mr. Holk qualified for the CCE designation by being an Active status member of CMAA having achieved the CCM designation, obtaining Honor Society status, successfully completed BMI IV and BMI V, and having served as the top executive in a club (i.e., General Manager, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer) for a minimum of five years.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With close to 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA manager members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations among persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character; to encourage the education and advancement of its members; to assist club officers and members, through their managers, to secure the utmost in efficient and successful operations. CMAA hosts the World Conference on Club Management and Exposition annually; maintains a highly trafficked Web site — http://www.cmaa.org —containing club industry resources as well as a section for CMAA members only; researches, writes and develops textbooks, manuals and white papers on club management issues; and is involved in numerous industry-wide initiatives that advance the profession of club management and enrich the lives of its members.

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The management team of The Westmoor Club of Nantucket, MA, volunteered in a Habitat for Humanity project on Friday, May 13, 2011 in an effort to give back to the community.

Nantucket, MA -- (SBWIRE) --05/26/2011 -- The management team of The Westmoor Club of Nantucket, MA, volunteered in a Habitat for Humanity project on Friday, May 13, 2011 in an effort to give back to the community. "The staff of The Westmoor Club all donate and give their time to community causes and recognizes the importance of supporting the local efforts where we all work, play and raise our families. And now coming together as a team to foster and strengthen the community was a unique and special experience for our team" said General Manager J. Brent Tartamella.

The one bedroom home, located 5 Pochick Ave., just off Surfside Ave. received its building permit on Nov. 24 and volunteers began work Thanksgiving weekend. This home is the organization's fifth home to be built on the island since the first Habitat family home was completed in 2004.

Habitat for Humanity of Nantucket's mission is to work toward the elimination of substandard housing and in the process build stronger families and a strong community. Furthermore, it is their goal that all of their words and actions are for the purpose of putting shelter on the hearts and minds of people in such a way that inadequate housing and homelessness become unacceptable in our world, our nation and on our Island.

If you are able to donate professional services, please contact the Habitat for Humanity office at 508-325-8912, email habitatnantucket@verizon.net or call Craig Spery 508-228-7892.

Habitat for Humanity Nantucket is a Massachusetts charitable nonprofit organization dedicated to building simple low-cost homes by forming partnerships with low-income families in need of decent and affordable housing. We believe homeownership is a vital step to help families break the cycle of poverty and contributes to pride in families and communities. Habitat for Humanity Naantucket is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, an ecumenical Christian organization headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia and dedicated to ending poverty housing throughout the world as a matter of justice, mercy, compassion and humility.

The Westmoor Club - The Premier Private Club of Nantucket. Nestled high on a hill with breathtaking views, The Westmoor Club is the premier private club of Nantucket. Our foundations of an active, healthy, well-lived life are important aspects of our mission as a private club on Nantucket Island. The Westmoor Club bustles with activity from award winning kids summer camps, professional tennis lessons, state-of-the-art Spa and Fitness Center, to honoring Nantucket's nautical tradition with fishing, sailing, and yachting. Experience Westmoor to the fullest as your home away from home. We look forward to exceeding your expectations for service, hospitality, convenience and fun..

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is the professional association for managers of leading private country, city, yacht, athletic, military and fraternal clubs in the United States and abroad. Founded in 1927, CMAA provides executive career services, a lifetime professional development program and a national trade magazine, Club Management, to its nearly 6,000 members. For more information about CMAA or its Certification Program, visit its web site at http://www.cmaa.org.

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West Newton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/09/2011 -- Phillip J. Santomaro, CCM, AAS, Clubhouse Manager of Brae Burn Country Club in West Newton, Massachusetts and member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) was inducted into the Club Managers Association of America's (CMAA) prestigious Honor Society. He joins a select group of managers who have achieved this elevated status.

Mr. Santomaro earned his way into the Honor Society by fulfilling the following requirements: Achievement of 400 additional credits beyond certification with a minimum of 150 CMAA Education credits; Active membership status for a minimum of nine years; and successful completion of Business Management Institute (BMI) IV or V. Honor Society members are those managers who dedicate themselves to improving the professionalism of the club management industry and demonstrate this commitment by continually pursuing knowledge and advancement.

Mr. Santomaro has been in the club business for almost 15 years and became a member of CMAA in 2000. He achieved Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation in 2005. Phil is originally from Providence, Rhode Island and has held several positions at Brae Burn Country Club with a successful stint as Club Manager at Norton Country Club, Norton Massachusetts in between. Phil is excited to be joining Franklin Country Club in Franklin Massachusetts as General Manager.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries.

NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With close to 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA manager members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations among persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character; to encourage the education and advancement of its members; to assist club officers and members, through their managers, to secure the utmost in efficient and successful operations. CMAA hosts the World Conference on Club Management and Exposition annually; maintains a highly trafficked Web site — http://www.cmaa.org —containing club industry resources as well as a section for CMAA members only; researches, writes and develops textbooks, manuals and white papers on club management issues; and is involved in numerous industry-wide initiatives that advance the profession of club management and enrich the lives of its members.

CMAA's Club Foundation (http://www.clubfoundation.org) supports the advancement of the club management profession. The Club Foundation sponsors research, funds industry education programs, provides financial assistance to educational institutions and awards scholarships to outstanding students interested in the club management profession.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/15/2011 -- Gregory Silva, CCM, General Manager of Falmouth Yacht Club, Massachusetts, and Member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) has been accredited with the "Certified Club Manager" (CCM) designation by the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA).

Mr. Silva was approved by the Certification Committee of CMAA after successfully passing a certification examination. He joins more than 1,000 club managers worldwide who have attained this hallmark of professionalism.

Mr. Silva qualified for the CCM examination as a result of fulfilling specific requirements in club management experiences, education and Association activity. The CCM examination contains nine specific areas, including private club administration, marketing, food and beverage operations and sports management. The exam is prepared and administered under the direction of the CMAA Certification Committee at various college and university campuses across the country.

Since 1965, the Certified Club Manager designation has been the cornerstone of CMAA's member recognition program and is widely respected as an indication of a club manager's commitment to professional development and the industry.

Mr. Silva joined CMAA in 2001 and has been General Manager at Falmouth Yacht Club for 6 years. Prior to his current position, Mr.Silva was with the Houston Petroleum Club in Houston Texas, and the Calgary Petroleum Club in Calgary, Alberta Canada.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional association for managers of leading private country, city, yacht, athletic, military and fraternal clubs in the United States and abroad. Founded in 1927, CMAA provides executive career services, a lifetime professional development program and a national trade magazine, Club Management, to its nearly 6,000 members. For more information about CMAA or its Certification Program, visit its web site at http://www.cmaa.org.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/15/2011 -- Scott Ninemeier, CCM, Assistant Clubhouse Manager of The Country Club in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts and Member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) has been accredited with the "Certified Club Manager" (CCM) designation by the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA).

Mr. Ninemeier was approved by the Certification Committee of CMAA after successfully passing a certification examination. He joins more than 1,000 club managers worldwide who have attained this hallmark of professionalism.

Mr. Ninemeier qualified for the CCM examination as a result of fulfilling specific requirements in club management experiences, education and Association activity. The CCM examination contains nine specific areas, including private club administration, marketing, food and beverage operations and sports management. The exam is prepared and administered under the direction of the CMAA Certification Committee at various college and university campuses across the country.

Since 1965, the Certified Club Manager designation has been the cornerstone of CMAA's member recognition program and is widely respected as an indication of a club manager's commitment to professional development and the industry.

Mr. Ninemeier joined CMAA in 2006 and first started at The Country Club as an intern in 2004. He has been in the role of Assistant Clubhouse Manager for three years.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area.

The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional association for managers of leading private country, city, yacht, athletic, military and fraternal clubs in the United States and abroad. Founded in 1927, CMAA provides executive career services, a lifetime professional development program and a national trade magazine, Club Management, to its nearly 6,000 members. For more information about CMAA or its Certification Program, visit its web site at http://www.cmaa.org.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/15/2011 -- Kevin Potts, CCM, Clubhouse Manager of the Portsmouth Country Club, New Hampshire, and Member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) has been accredited with the "Certified Club Manager" (CCM) designation by the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA).

Mr. Potts was approved by the Certification Committee of CMAA after successfully passing a certification examination. He joins more than 1,000 club managers worldwide who have attained this hallmark of professionalism.

Mr. Potts qualified for the CCM examination as a result of fulfilling specific requirements in club management experiences, education and Association activity. The CCM examination contains nine specific areas, including private club administration, marketing, food and beverage operations and sports management. The exam is prepared and administered under the direction of the CMAA Certification Committee at various college and university campuses across the country.

Since 1965, the Certified Club Manager designation has been the cornerstone of CMAA's member recognition program and is widely respected as an indication of a club manager's commitment to professional development and the industry.

Mr. Potts joined CMAA in 2004 and has been the Club House Manager of Portsmouth Country Club for 8 years. Prior to his current position, Mr. Potts was the Vice-President of Food and Beverage for a hotel group and a Chef in clubs, restaurants and hotels.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area.

The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America is the professional association for managers of leading private country, city, yacht, athletic, military and fraternal clubs in the United States and abroad. Founded in 1927, CMAA provides executive career services, a lifetime professional development program and a national trade magazine, Club Management, to its nearly 6,000 members. For more information about CMAA or its Certification Program, visit its web site at http://www.cmaa.org.

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Bolton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/11/2011 -- The International Golf Club & Resort is pleased to announce the launch of the Rick Smith Golf Academy ("RSGA") this spring. As one of the premier golf resorts in the country, The International Golf Club & Resort in Bolton, MA remains on the cutting edge of golf technology and advancement with the addition of the highly-respected Rick Smith Golf Academy. The International Golf Club & Resort joins the elite ranks of the Treetops Resort in Gaylord, MI and The Tiburon Ritz-Carlton Resort in Naples, FL, as one of only three Rick Smith Golf Academy locations in the United States.

"My team and I are very excited to have such a fantastic Academy location in New England at The International Resort. Dan Weadock and his team are top-notch and we look forward to offering a truly world-class golf experience to golfers in the region, as well as visitors from all over the globe" said renowned instructor, Rick Smith.

Rick Smith Golf Academies offer customized programs for all golfers from beginners to PGA Tour players. Rick and his elite staff of instructors achieve success by focusing on the fundamentals of the game, providing club-fitting analysis, keeping a minimal student/teacher ratio to allow for personalized instruction, and using clear communication and state-of-the-art swing analysis video technology.

"We're truly thrilled to welcome Rick Smith to The International family," said Daniel Weadock, Jr., President and CEO of The International. "We operate the best combination of golf, dining, lodging and special event facilities in the region, bar none. And now we can boast world class instructors alongside 36 holes of championship golf."

About Rick Smith
In addition to achieving great success in golf as a teacher, designer and communicator, Rick Smith is regarded as one of the PGA Tour's best sounding boards for swing advice. In 2009, Rick was ranked as the number two golf instructor in the world by PGA Tour players and since 2000, Rick has been consistently ranked as one of the top ten golf instructors in the world; both polls were done by Golf Digest Magazine, where Rick serves as a Teaching Editor.

Over Rick Smith's twenty-five year career within the golf industry, he has been fortunate to work with a client list that includes major champions such as Jack Nicklaus, Phil Mickelson, Lee Janzen, Vijay Singh, David Duval, Paul Azinger, John Daly and Greg Norman. Adding to that list, Rick has assisted PGA Tour winners Rocco Mediate, Jerry Kelly, Chris DiMarco, Billy Mayfair, Matt Kuchar, and Billy Andrade among others.

The Rick Smith Golf Academies offer customized programs for all golfers, from beginners to the PGA Tour's elite. For more information, please visit http://www.ricksmith.com. For media inquiries, to learn more about the RSGA brand, or to contact Rick Smith, please reach out to Rick's business management team at Fidelity Sports Group, LLC (407) 420-1500, or Drew@FidelitySportsGroup.com

About The International
Golfers worldwide appreciate the uniqueness of The International Golf Club & Resort's two championship 18-hole golf courses.

Boasting almost 8,400 yards from the legendary Tiger Tees, The Pines course consistently ranks as one of the toughest courses in the US. Originally designed by Geoffrey Cornish, The Pines has been augmented by the accomplished and well known golf course designer, Robert Trent Jones, Sr.

Built in 2001, The Oaks golf course is a natural wonder that literally envelops the Pines course and offers an experience that celebrates the ebb and flow of the topography. Oaks architect Tom Fazio is the most highly regarded and sought after golf course architect in the history of the game.

With the addition of the Rick Smith Golf Academy, The International Golf Club & Resort is destined to become one of the most exciting, challenging and entertaining resort experiences in the country.

The International Golf Club & Resort is New England's premier golf, dining and lodging destination, located in Bolton, MA. Surrounded by the scenic nature of the Nashoba Valley Region, The International is comprised of two world-class championship golf courses, as well as a lodge, spa and highly acclaimed cuisine. For more information, please call (978) 779-6911 or visit http://www.theinternational.com.

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Belmont, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/18/2011 -- Larry C. Bienapfl, CCM, General Manager of Belmont Country Club in Belmont, Massachusetts and member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) was inducted into the Club Managers Association of America's (CMAA) prestigious Honor Society. He joins a select group of managers who have achieved this elevated status.

Mr. Bienapfl earned his way into the Honor Society by fulfilling the following requirements: Achievement of 400 additional credits beyond certification with a minimum of 150 CMAA Education credits; Active membership status for a minimum of nine years; and successful completion of Business Management Institute (BMI) IV or V. Honor Society members are those managers who dedicate themselves to improving the professionalism of the club management industry and demonstrate this commitment by continually pursuing knowledge and advancement.

Mr. Beinapfl has been in the golf business for almost 35 years and became a member of CMAA in 1982. He achieved Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation in 2000. Larry is originally from Minnesota and has held country club positions in Maryland, North Carolina, Florida, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He moved to Massachusetts in 2003 to take the General Manager/Chief Operating Officer position at Belmont Country Club in Belmont, Mass. and is now excited to be entering his eighth season.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area.

The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With close to 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA manager members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations among persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character; to encourage the education and advancement of its members; to assist club officers and members, through their managers, to secure the utmost in efficient and successful operations. CMAA hosts the World Conference on Club Management and Exposition annually; maintains a highly trafficked Web site — http://www.cmaa.org —containing club industry resources as well as a section for CMAA members only; researches, writes and develops textbooks, manuals and white papers on club management issues; and is involved in numerous industry-wide initiatives that advance the profession of club management and enrich the lives of its members.

CMAA's Club Foundation (http://www.clubfoundation.org) supports the advancement of the club management profession. The Club Foundation sponsors research, funds industry education programs, provides financial assistance to educational institutions and awards scholarships to outstanding students interested in the club management profession.

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Pocasset, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/18/2011 -- Chuck Wright, CCM, General Manager of Pocasset Golf Club in Pocasset, Massachusetts and member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) was inducted into the Club Managers Association of America's (CMAA) prestigious Honor Society. He joins a select group of managers who have achieved this elevated status.

Mr. Wright earned his way into the Honor Society by fulfilling the following requirements: Achievement of 400 additional credits beyond certification with a minimum of 150 CMAA Education credits; Active membership status for a minimum of nine years; and successful completion of Business Management Institute (BMI) IV or V. Honor Society members are those managers who dedicate themselves to improving the professionalism of the club management industry and demonstrate this commitment by continually pursuing knowledge and advancement.

Mr. Wright has been in the golf business for almost 40 years now having started at a public course in 1971. He has been in private clubs since 1979 and became a member of CMAA in 1984. He achieved Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation in 1991 and has been recertified twice in 2005 and 2010. Chuck is originally from the Philadelphia CMAA Chapter where he served on the Board for 8 years.

He moved to Massachusetts in late 1996 to take the General Manager position at Mount Pleasant Country Club in Boylston, MA. He did an interim General Manager stint at Winchester Country Club (Winchester, MA) for the 2002 season, and then spent the next 4+ years at Worcester Country Club (Worcester, MA) from 2003 through 2007. He moved to Pocasset Golf Club in 2008 upon the opening of their new Clubhouse and is now excited to be entering his fourth season here on Cape Cod.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area.

The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With close to 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA manager members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations among persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character; to encourage the education and advancement of its members; to assist club officers and members, through their managers, to secure the utmost in efficient and successful operations. CMAA hosts the World Conference on Club Management and Exposition annually; maintains a highly trafficked Web site — www.cmaa.org —containing club industry resources as well as a section for CMAA members only; researches, writes and develops textbooks, manuals and white papers on club management issues; and is involved in numerous industry-wide initiatives that advance the profession of club management and enrich the lives of its members.

CMAA's Club Foundation (http://www.clubfoundation.org) supports the advancement of the club management profession. The Club Foundation sponsors research, funds industry education programs, provides financial assistance to educational institutions and awards scholarships to outstanding students interested in the club management profession.

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Norton, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/30/2010 -- J. Brent Tartamella, CCM, CCE, General Manager of The Westmoor Club in Nanucket, Massachusetts, and member of the New England Club Managers Association (NECMA) has been accredited with the Certified Chief Executive (CCE) designation by the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA).

Mr. Tartamella was approved by the Certification Committee of CMAA after successfully achieving the CCE qualification. He joins only a few dozen club managers worldwide who have attained this hallmark of professionalism.

The Certified Chief Executive designation was developed to recognize those managers who have shown the ability to successfully serve as the most senior manager in a club. The Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation is still the "hallmark of professionalism" within the club industry. The CCE designation is meant to augment the CCM designation, not replace it.

Mr. Tartamella qualified for the CCE designation by being an Active status member of CMAA having achieved the CCM designation,obtaining Honor Society status, successfully completed BMI IV and BMI V, and having served as the top executive in a club (i.e., General Manager, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer) for a minimum of five years.

The New England Club Managers Association (NECMA), the original chapter of the Club Managers Association of America, was established in 1914 and has since been a leader in the advancement of opportunities for private club managers, and foremost, students of the culinary and hospitality industries. NECMA has more than 240 members who manage more than 150 private clubs in the New England area. The purposes of the New England Chapter are to provide education to persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character, to promote and encourage efficient and successful club management, and to advance friendly relations among its members. For more information about NECMA, visit our web site at http://www.necma.org.

The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. With close to 7,000 members across all classifications, CMAA manager members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations among persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character; to encourage the education and advancement of its members; to assist club officers and members, through their managers, to secure the utmost in efficient and successful operations.

CMAA hosts the World Conference on Club Management and Exposition annually; maintains a highly trafficked Web site — http://www.cmaa.org —containing club industry resources as well as a section for CMAA members only; researches, writes and develops textbooks, manuals and white papers on club management issues; and is involved in numerous industry-wide initiatives that advance the profession of club management and enrich the lives of its members.

Contact: Jeff S. Isbell, CCM
Tel 774-930-9050
media@necma.org

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