named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Emerging Leaders Program
Provides mentorship, club tours, career guidance, and networking opportunities for students interested in private club management careers
Hall of Fame
Recognizes committed chapter members with at least 25 years of membership or 25 years at a single club who have attained General Manager position
Manager of the Year Award
Annual award recognizing outstanding club management professionals for leadership, mentorship, and dedication to the industry; originally sponsored by Tanqueray and later Absolut, relaunched in 2025 in honor of Dennis Murphy
Metropolitan Club Foundation Scholarships
Offers the Keith Roth Scholarship to support students pursuing careers in hospitality and club management
Mid-Manager Workshop
Annual professional development and networking event designed for managers below the General Manager level
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Professional Excellence Awards Programs 1 activity
- Administers recognition programs for professional achievementCo-founded and relaunched the Club Manager of the Year Award program and administers a Hall of Fame to honor long-standing and exemplary contributions by professionals in the club management field.
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Membership & Sponsorship Development 1 activity
- Facilitates membership onboarding and integrationProvides one-on-one orientations and support for new members to help them navigate their dual membership in the national and local chapter, enhancing engagement and integration.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Hosts professional development and networking events for club management professionalsOrganizes and hosts events such as the Mid-Manager Workshop, joint education sessions, and the Vendor Show to support professional development, education, and networking for club management professionals at various career levels.
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Professional Association Capacity Building 1 activity
- Organizes and unites club management professionals regionallyCoordinates and brings together professionals in club management across the Metropolitan District and Eastern States to strengthen regional collaboration and professional community.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Organizes social and recreational events for members and their familiesHosts annual social events including a Pool and Beach Day at Sunny Atlantic Beach Club and the Eric Caspers Gourmet Wine Dinner, offering tiered ticket pricing and combining recreation or dining with member engagement.
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Member-Exclusive Resource Access 1 activity
- Provides online resources and training for club management professionalsOffers access to a national website, downloadable resources, and an online training platform through the CMAA Club Resource Center to support professional learning and information sharing.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Supports student engagement and career development in club managementProvides students with access to scholarships, internships, summer programs, one-on-one mentorship, club tours, and interactive Zoom sessions to explore careers in the private club industry.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$242K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$229K94%
Investment income$15K6%
Other revenue$-2K
expenses
Total expenses$179K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$10K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$468K
Cash$20K
Investments$414K
Liabilities$18K
Net assets$450K
Liquid reserves29.2 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +112.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 13
- ALEXIA HORTON — DIRECTOR
- HEIDI VAN DER MEULEN — DIRECTOR
- JEFFREY MARTOCCI — DIRECTOR
- JESSE SMITH — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH NICAJ — VICE PRESIDENT
- KAREN KOOI — DIRECTOR
- LILY BRASWELL — DIRECTOR
- LUIS NUNEZ — DIRECTOR
- MARK SHEEHAN — PRESIDENT
- MAURO PICCININNI — EX-OFFICIO
- NICHOLAS CONLIN — SECRETARY-TREASURER
- SHAUN LEWIS — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM CERIELLO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- CMAA Network — MCMA operates under the policies and procedures of the national CMAA organization and is required to report misuse of systems to the national body.
- CMAA Network — Member of the Club Management Association of America, participating in joint programs such as the Club Manager of the Year Award.
- CMAA Network — Metropolitan Chapter of CMAA is a regional chapter of the national CMAA organization.
- Club Management Association of America Network — CLUB MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA METROPOLITAN CHAPTER INC operates as a local chapter within the national CMAA network, requiring dual membership.
- Club Management Association of America Network — Metropolitan Chapter is a local chapter of the national association, which provides additional student resources and events.
- Club Management Association of America Network — Metropolitan Chapter of CMAA is a chapter within the national Club Management Association of America network.
- Club Management Association of America Network — Metropolitan Chapter operates as a chapter of the national Club Management Association of America.
- MGA Partner — Participates in the MGA Presidents Council Conference, a collaborative event for club leaders and managers.
- Metropolitan Club Foundation Partner — Offers the Keith Roth Scholarship to support students pursuing careers in hospitality and club management.
- New York Athletic Club Partner — Co-hosts a joint education session with the NYC Chapter at the New York Athletic Club.
- Starchapter.com Partner — Provider of online meeting registration, membership management, and event management services for the organization
- Sunny Atlantic Beach Club Partner — Host venue for the Pool and Beach Day event.
- The Club Foundation Partner — Offers the Joe Perdue Scholarship for undergraduate students pursuing managerial careers in private clubs.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Emerging Leaders Pipelinemethodology: emerging-leaders-developmentBy connecting students and early-career individuals with mentorship, internships, and hands-on experiences, we increase the pipeline of skilled professionals in club management, because early engagement and guided exploration improve career entry and retention.
- Equitable Career Advancement in Club Managementmethodology: dei-professional-developmentBy prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring, training, and career advancement, we produce a more representative and skilled workforce, because equitable systems enable underrepresented talent to enter and progress in the profession.
- Professional Development Through Education and Networkingmethodology: professional-development-through-educationBy providing targeted education, career development resources, and structured networking opportunities, we strengthen individual club managers' professional growth and collective field advancement, because peer learning and mentorship foster leadership and institutional improvement.