The Club Managers Association of America appointed Jason Koenigsfeld, Ph.D., as its new senior vice president of Professional Development.
Koenigsfeld, who has an extensive academic history in the hospitality and club management industries, earned a Ph.D. from Auburn University in 2007 for his studies in hotel and restaurant management.
Working closely with CMAA Academic Advisor and UNLV Associate Professor Joe Perdue, Koenigsfeld recently conducted a complete survey and study of CMAA's Certification Competency Areas. The study was the basis of his Ph.D. dissertation and the results were analyzed for recommendations for updates to CMAA’s Certified Club Manager (CCM) program.
“I am delighted that Jason has been appointed as CMAA's senior vice president of Professional Development,” said Jack Ninemeier, Ph.D., professor, Michigan State University. “I have observed Jason over the past five years as he has interacted with members at BMI sessions and at the World Conference on Club Management, and I am certain that he reflects CMAA in the most positive way. His insights based upon industry practices, his creativity and his academic preparation will serve as a role model for the association's young managers and will continue to move the association forward in its educational mission.”
“I am truly excited as we begin this next chapter in the life of our professional association,” said CMAA Chief Executive Officer James B. Singerling, CCM, CEC. “We owe it to those who have come before us to continue the tradition of industry leadership that can only bring success to all who are involved.”
In his new role at CMAA, Koenigsfeld will reside in Alexandria, Virginia and work to further develop unique learning opportunities for CMAA members and to promote high standards of professionalism in private club management. He may be contacted at Jason.koenigsfeld@cmaa.org.
