Podcasts about cmaa

The podcast is making another visit to Salt Lake County. UIAAA Connection #298 – Dan Cowan, CMAA, Retired Director of Athletics – West Jordan H S – is now available. Dan Cowan reflects on a distinguished career dedicated to educational athletics and leadership. Growing up in Salt LakeCity, he excels as a three-sport athlete at South High School before attending the University of Utah, where he played four seasons of basketball under legendary coach Jack Gardner. As one of the pioneers of the UIAAA, Dan champions the value of professional development and certification, becoming thefirst Utahn and one of the first 40 individuals in the nation to earn the CMAA designation. He emphasizes the importance of family, reminds listeners that the public rarely understands the full scope of an athletic director's responsibilities, and encourages leaders to love their students and coaches,keep meticulous records, and remain objective when working with parents.https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiHThis podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.

As we wrap up our series featuring Scott Battas, CMAA of Mascoutah H.S. we'll be starting a brand new one featuring another "Friend of the Show" - Jayme Pendergast, the longtime Award Winning AD from Life University in Georgia. Jayme will share her perspective on a variety of topics starting September 24 and continuing each week. You will definitely want to tune in for these! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

One of our most POPULAR guests - an ALL TIME Leader in Downloads - is Dr. Mahina Hannemann-Gago, CMAA who recently took on the role of AD at The Lakeside School in Seattle. We talk about Leadership, Creating a Culture, and a LOT more! THIS is Wednesday Wisdom on The Educational AD Podcast!

The podcast is making its first visit to Rhode Island. UIAAA Connection #297 – Elizabeth “Beth” Penkala, CMAA - Executive Director Rhode Island Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association - is now available. Beth reflects on a career shaped by leadership, innovation, and a passion for educational athletics. Raised in Rhode Island, she competed during the early years of Title IX, specializing in the shot put and discus before graduating from Warren High School. Beth credits her parents and coaches as the mentors who inspire her commitment to excellence. She discusses the growing influence of artificial intelligence over the past decade and explains why online ticketing has become essential for today's athletic programs. Beth also speaks with deep admirationfor Rhode Island legends Mike Lunney, the late Allen Huestis, and former RIAAA Executive Director Elaine Botelho. Her advice: stay ahead of the job and communicate effectively with every stakeholder.https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiHThis podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.

Our great friend Scott Battas, the AD at Mascoutah H.S. in Illinois is back with another episode of his very popular leadership series! Scott shares some culminating thoughts on the importance of building a foundation to your culture - THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

Dr. Branden Lippy, CMAA has an incredible background as a Teacher, a Coach, and as an AD and she's also training up the next generation of athletic leaders at Millersville University. She is also the founder of her own Athletic Consulting firm and she shares her journey and some Best Practices on The Educational AD Podcast!

The podcast is making its second visit to Michigan. UIAAA Connection #296 – Kevin Guzzo, CMAA, Director of Athletics – St. Josephs H S – is now available. Kevin proudly shared his roots as a "Yooper," growing up in the small Upper Peninsula community of Bessemer, Michigan. After earning a mathematics degree from Western Michigan University, he built a career dedicated to educational athletics and leadership. Kevin emphasizes the importance of maintaining ahealthy work-life balance while reminding listeners that high school athletics never truly pauses during the summer months. He reflects on lessons learned from respected Michigan mentors and experiences gained at the recent conference in Tampa. His advice encouraged athletic directors to leave their desks, build genuine relationships with student-athletes, remember their purpose, and prioritize personal well-being because effective leadership begins with taking care of yourself.https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiHThis podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.

Scott Battas is BACK with Ep. # 14 of his outstanding series on building a Culture of Leadership at your school! Scott shares tips from his journey as an athlete, a coach, and now as an award winning AD on how to create real Leaders. THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

Longtime North Carolina Coach and AD Deanna Morris, CMAA has created the Athletic Risk Advisory Group to helps ADs and Schools safeguard the integrity of interscholastic athletics. THIS is Wednesday Wisdom on The Educational AD Podcast!

In this episode, CMAA's Carly Trout and Evan Hendershot welcome Sonya Bowman, executive director of the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP), for a conversation about why mental health and suicide prevention belong alongside physical safety on every construction jobsite. Bowman shares the origins of CIASP and the sobering statistics behind its mission, including the reality that deaths by suicide in the construction industry far outnumber fatal workplace injuries. The conversation explores industry-specific risk factors such as chronic pain, substance misuse, isolation and sleep deprivation, as well as a culture that can make asking for help difficult. Bowman discusses the important role leaders can play in changing that culture and shares practical ways companies can start the conversation, from toolbox talks and crisis resources to simply making it clear that psychological safety matters. She also highlights CIASP resources, volunteer opportunities and the Miles That Matters 5K, offering ways individuals and organizations can help build a construction industry where reaching out for support is seen as a sign of strength.   The Construction Leaders Podcast is produced by Association Briefings.

Scott Battas of Mascoutah H.S. is back with another great segment on building a championship culture and leaders at your school! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast! Thanks for Listening!

Our GREAT Friend Amy Elliott is back on the podcast and she shares a cool TECH Tuesday! All we do is share Best Practices - THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

We're stopping in Tennessee where we visit with Dr. Patrice Elder, CMAA. Patrice is a former High School AD and longtime College Instructor and today she shares her journey along with some Best Practices for Leaders. THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

The podcast is making its sixth visit to New Jersey. UIAAA Connection #294– David Frazier, CMAA, Director of Athletics – Rutherford High School – is now available. David shares a lifetime of leadership, athletic excellence, and service toeducational athletics. Growing up in Rutherford, New Jersey, he returned to serve at his alma mater after competing in basketball and track. At Manhattan College, he established himself as one of the nation's premier triple jumpers, capturing multiple championship titles and earning consistent success in both the triple and long jump. With more than 25 years as an athletic director, David reflects on influential New Jersey leaders and his service on the NFHS Board of Directors from 2000–2024. His advice remains straightforward: listenfirst, communicate honestly, own your mistakes, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiHThis podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.

Scott Battas is back with another installment of what has turned into one of our most popular podcast series! It's episode 12 of how to create a true Culture of Leadership with your student athletes, coaches, and your school! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

Scott Battas of Mascoutah H.S. in Illinois is back with the next segment in his ongoing series on Leadership. Scott is a CMAA and a Go To Resource for developing Leaders and Leadership Programs. THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

Delarman is a technology services company focused on helping businesses improve operations through managed IT solutions, consulting, and technology support. With more than 30 years of experience, the company serves as a full-service technology partner specializing in computer and technology services for the golf and hospitality industries. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, powered by Heritage Creations USA, Safa shares an overview of Delarman, the story behind a painting hanging behind him, his team, growth plans, and the company's partnership with The Golden State Chapter of CMAA. He also discusses the biggest technology challenges facing clubs today, his experiences appearing on other podcasts, and the evolving role of AI tools and trends within the club industry. The conversation explores cybersecurity and the critical issues clubs need to consider in today's digital landscape. This was a technological conversation, and it was an honor to have Safa on the show. Let's tee off.

Kechia Rowles, CMAA is the AD for the Rockdale Co. S.D. in Georgia and CEO of Making Athletes Successful Students. She's also a "Friend of The Show" and today she shares some tips on how to Lead with Wisdom! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

The podcast is making its second visit to South Carolina. UIAAA Connection #292– Carlos Cave, CMAA, Director of Athletics – Beaufort County School District – is now available. Carlos shares the experiences and relationships thatshaped his career in educational athletics and leadership. After graduating from high school, he attended Georgia Southern University before returning to his alma mater to begin teaching and coaching. He soon accepted his firstathletic director position, launching a career dedicated to serving students and schools. Today, Carlos serves on the NIAAA Board of Directors and chairs LTC 608, which focuses on effective time management. He reflected on theinfluence of South Carolina legends John Carlisle, Jerry Linn, and Darryl Nance. His advice encourages athletic directors to become active in their state associations, pursue LTC courses, earn certification, and engage nationally.https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiHThis podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.

Our weekly Leadership Series continues with Scott Battas, CMAA and the AD at Mascoutah H.S. in Illinois who is back with another great lesson for leaders! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast! Thanks for Listening!

Suzanne Vick is one of our most Frequent Guests and she's back with a Great TECH Tuesday on how we can and should "RESTORE" ourselves! This is The Educational AD Podcast! Thanks for Listening!

It's ALOHA as we head to Maui and visit with Yacine Enriquez-Meyer, CMAA who is the AD at Seabury Hall! Yacine has a tremendous background in Athletics having worked for teams in the NFL, NBA, and MLB before coming back to the school she attended and played for! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

In this episode, CMAA's Carly Trout and Evan Hendershot welcome Karyn deLeon, CCM, president and CEO of Peregrine Solutions, Inc., for a conversation about the critical role properly fitted personal protective equipment (PPE) plays in keeping construction professionals safe. Karyn discusses how evolving workforce demographics are reshaping PPE needs, highlights recent OSHA requirements for properly fitting equipment, and shares practical steps organizations can take to improve worker safety and compliance. She also explains how investing in well-fitting PPE strengthens safety culture, supports workforce retention, and helps create a more inclusive jobsite for everyone.   The Construction Leaders Podcast is produced by Association Briefings.

Jim Harris was one of our "Early" guests on the Podcast and now he's back for an update and some more Best Practices. Jim is a CMAA and he's the AD at Freedom High School in Virginia. This is The Educational AD Podcast!

Scott Battas is back with the 9th installment of his series on Leadership and particularly on how to create a Student Athlete Leadership Team at your school. This is the Educational AD Podcast - THANKS for listening!

Counting down from 100 to 1, CMAA is kicking off our Centennial celebration sharing flashbacks on our social channels. Since June, we've been digging through the CMAA archives to share our rich history, honoring club management professionals, and spotlighting the milestones, traditions, and experiences that define this honorable profession. In this episode, we chat with some of the team who has been working on this project to hear a bit more about how what they've learned as things have come together. Make sure you are following CMAA's Instagram Account @clubmanagement1927 for daily updates. You can catch weekly roundups on CMAA's LinkedIn page. If you aren't on social media, you can follow along on CMAA's site: https://www.cmaa.org/cmaa100/

We're BACK IN INDIANA as we sit down with Josh Bowlds, CMAA and the Athletic Director for the Brown County School District. Josh shares his journey plus some Best Practices on this episode of The Educational AD Podcast!

The podcast is making its third visit to Illinois. UIAAA Connection #290 – Jen Doede, CMAA, Director of Athletics – Amos Alonzo Stagg H S – is now available. Jen shared how an unexpected setback became the foundation for a rewarding career in athletics. Growing up in Tinley Park, Illinois, she graduated from high school before attending North Central College, where she competed in volleyball. An ACL injury during her senior year redirected her path intocoaching, a change she now views as one of life's greatest opportunities. Jen encourages listeners to choose being a victor rather than a victim when facing adversity. She also advised athletic directors to invest time building relationships beyond their coaching staff, remain patient, and remember that meaningful progress does not need to happen during the first year.https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiHThis podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.

It's Episode #8 of our new series featuring Scott Battas, CMAA and the AD at Mascoutah High School. Each week Scott shares how you can help change the culture at your school in part through creating a Student Athlete Leadership Team! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

We're staying in Florida as we sit down with Joseph Teti, a long time Baseball Coach and AD who now serves as the head guy at Orlando's Colonial High School. THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

Scott Battas, the AD at Mascoutah High School is BACK with another installment of our series sharing the steps on how to build a great student athlete leadership team at your school! This is The Educational AD Podcast! Thanks for Listening!

The podcast is making its third visit to South Dakota. UIAAA Connection #288 – Cory Aadland, CMAA, Director of Athleticsand Activities – Mitchell School District – is now available. Cory reflects on a career rooted in small-town values and shaped through meaningful leadership opportunities. Aftergraduating from a small South Dakota high school in 2000, he attended Minnesota State University Moorhead before gaining experience in the private sector and later serving as associate athletic director at Dakota Western University.Today, he leads athletics in Mitchell while serving on the NIAAA Board of Directors. Cory credited South Dakota legends Jim Dorman, Joey Stuwe, Bill Clements, and Steve Berseth for their influence. His advice centered ondeveloping effective organizational systems, embracing delegation, and seeking guidance from a trusted mentor.This podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.

We continue our weekly series with Scott Battas, the AD at Mascoutah High School on how to create a GREAT Student Athlete Leadership Team at your school! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

Scott Battas, CMAA is back with another great installment of his weekly series on how you can create a Student Athlete Leadership Team at your school! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

Heritage Creations USA specializes in custom awards, trophies, plaques, recognition pieces, tee gifts, and branded merchandise, primarily serving golf courses, country clubs, tournaments, and pro shops. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Andy talks about navigating natural disasters, his time at Heritage, and his connection with the PGA of America. We explore their target customer, the importance of customization, and how clubs can create exceptional clubhouse experiences. Andy also shares insights on large touchscreen technology, the use of AI, and their partnership with The Golden State Chapter of CMAA. We also discuss his love of boating and spending time out on the water. This was a customized conversation, and it was an honor to have Andy on the show. Let's tee off!

In this episode, CMAA's Carly Trout and Evan Hendershot welcome AJ Waters to discuss why so many digital transformation efforts in construction fall short and what organizations can do differently. Drawing on his experience leading technology initiatives for major construction projects, AJ explains why successful transformation starts with people and processes—not technology. He shares practical strategies for building effective transformation teams, improving technology adoption, avoiding common implementation mistakes, and ensuring digital tools solve real business challenges. The conversation also explores the growing role of AI, the importance of aligning technology with organizational goals, and how construction firms can create lasting change rather than simply adopting the latest tools.   The Construction Leaders Podcast is produced by Association Briefings.

We're back in North Carolina where we visit with Leslie Reeves, CMAA and QPA Winner at West Brunswick High School in North Carolina. Leslie has a tremendous background as a teacher, a coach, and as a leader at the State and National Level! This is The Educational AD Podcast! Thanks for Listening!

Scott Battas, CMAA and the AD at Mascoutah High School is back with the 4th installment of our weekly series on how to create a Student Athlete Leadership Team at your school. THIS is The Educational AD Podcast! Thanks for Listeing!

How does an association grow from 6,000 to 9,000 members without a membership sales team? What can associations learn from an organization whose members actively recruit the next generation on its behalf?In this episode of Associations Thrive, host Joanna Pineda interviews Jeff Morgan, President & CEO of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA). Jeff discusses:How CMAA represents professionals working across 3,500 member-owned clubs, including golf clubs, yacht clubs, city clubs, ski clubs, and more.How CMAA membership grew from approximately 6,000 members during COVID to 9,000 members today—with no membership sales team.Why private clubs experienced significant growth during and after COVID, including increased member demand, long waiting lists, and investments in facilities and amenities.CMAA's highly intentional 12-month new member onboarding process, which includes welcome kits, monthly communications, quarterly Zoom sessions, and structured opportunities to build connections.The association's long-running conference idea-sharing program, where members submit and share more than 100 best-practice posters that become a searchable knowledge resource for the profession.CMAA's Certified Club Manager (CCM) credential, built around 12 professional competencies, continuing education, and a globally licensed certification model.How CMAA has expanded its influence internationally through partnerships, certification licensing, and conference participation from club professionals around the world.Why Jeff believes clubs are no longer simply physical facilities, but communities that remain connected through technology, virtual programming, and shared experiences.How “community” serves as the secret sauce behind both successful clubs and successful associations.References:CMAA Website

Scott Battas continues our series focusing on how you can create a high quality Student Athlete Leadership Team at your school! This is The Educational AD Podcast! Thanks for Listening and Sharing!

Our ORIGINAL Tech Tuesday guest - Athletic Director and Tech Guru Scott Paine - is back with a look back and a look forward on how "Tech" has impacted the role of ADs and what might be coming in the future! THIS is Tech Tuesday on The Educational AD Podcast!

Scott Battas is BACK with the 2nd Installment of our new series on how he created a top notch Student Athlete Leadership Team at Mascoutah High School. This is a step by step Master Class on how to create an impactful program at your school - THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

In May, a record number of CMAA representatives gathered in Washington, DC, to participate in the 18th Annual National Golf Day. In this episode, we're joined by two of CMAA's participants: Cameron Walker from NC State University Club in Raleigh, NC, and Christopher Storelli from Isleworth Golf & Country Club in Windermere, FL. Each shares their perspectives on participating in National Golf Day for the first time and what the experience was like from top to bottom.

When we started the Podcast 6 years ago Kiesha Brown was one of the very first we had on and this week we have her BACK to give us an update on her career as well as some thoughts on the AD Profession! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast! Thanks for Listening!

Scott Battas, CMAA is the AD at Mascoutah H.S. and today is the FIRST in a series of podcast interviews where he shares - step by step - how he has put together a truly GREAT Student Athlete Leadership Team! This is The Educational AD Podcast!

Our Great Friend Jen Brooks is back on Wednesday Wisdom to share how the landscape has changed since she founded the Global Community over 8 years ago! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

The AD Think Tank wants YOU! Membership is now over 900 ADs nation wide and here's a cool feature - you will get PAIN for consulting and advising leading Sport Vendors! These are not a sales pitch or a marketing call - YOU are giving your advice on how products can be better designed, displayed and priced to CEOs and Leaders! THIS is TECH TUESDAY on The Educational AD Podcast!

Award Winning AD Julie Kelly of Providence Classical Christian Academy is back with a segment on Generational Diversity. Leaders must always be open for Growth Opportunities and Julie shares how we can all keep growing! This is The Educational AD Podcast!

Ryan Miller of Scotch Plains-Fanwood in New Jersey and Shelby Sroka of HUDL share how the platform can truly be a "Game Changer" for you and your program! This is The TECH TUESDAY on The Educational AD Podcast!

David Harbin is a CMAA and he's the AD at Decatur High School and today he shares his athletic journey along with some Best Practices for ADs and Leaders. He also shares WHY he chose Ohio University and their Online Masters in Athletic Administration and why YOU should consider it for your MAA. This is The Educational AD Podcast!Please click on this link to go to the Ohio Website -https://www.ohio.edu/learn-more/info/maa?lsid=AD_Sponsorship&lssid=ohio_bus_mstrathladm_m_org_educational_podcast_2026