Dominique Lemperle: Leadership, Mentorship and Elevating the Modern Racquet Club Experience

Episode HighlightsStep onto the courts at Fisher Island Club with head of racquetsDominique Lemperle as she shares the unconventional path that led her from journalism and broadcast media into racquet sports leadership, the mentors who shaped her growth and the people-first mindset guiding her approach today.Curious, grounded and deeply committed to developing others, Dominique brings a thoughtful perspective on how great experiences are built through connection, attention to detail and continuous learning.What You'll Learn from ThisConversationListeners are invited to “walk the courts” of Fisher Island Club with Dominique Lemperle, whose leadership style blends communication, humility and a genuine passion for elevating both members and teams in a rapidly evolving racquets landscape.As you move through this conversation, you’ll hear:• How Dominique’s early training in journalism and storytelling shaped her ability to connect with people and create meaningful member experiences.• The pivotal moment at Bonita Bay Club that introduced her to pickleball, and how mentorship, curiosity and timing helped launch a new chapter in her career.• Why developing others and helping teammates shine is central to her leadership philosophy, especially when stepping into a new role.• How her Racquets Biz podcast explores industry growth, revenue opportunities and emerging trends across tennis, pickleball and padel.• What great member experience truly looks like in practice, from knowing names and preferences to understanding individual goals and motivations.• A candid lesson on the importance of teamwork, networking and allowing others to support your growth as a leader.• How an unexpected career setback opened doors to new skills, international competition and renewed passion for learning.• Her enduring message for emerging leaders: follow your passion, stay curious and never stop growing.Throughout the conversation, listeners are encouraged to imagine walking side-by-side with Dominique, listening to the kind of real-world lessons and reflections that surface through shared experience, honest dialogue and a deeplove for the game and the people it serves.