Hiring a Director of Racquet Sports? Ensure Success! - with Len Simard (part 1)

In this 2 part episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale speak with Len Simard, Search and Consulting Executive with Kopplin, Kuebler, and Wallace. Len annually manages the searches for hundreds of leadership positions and clubs around the US, specializing in Directors of Racquet Sports searches, so he knows what it takes to succeed in the role. He shares information about the evolution of search firms in the country club industry, some secrets to hiring and consulting for racquet sports departments, and leadership and staffing, and more.00:16 - The evolution of search firms in the country club industry2:42 - Hiring and consulting for racquet sports departments5:18 - Racquet sports club director roles and responsibilities10:02- Becoming a Director of Racquets at a private member equity club12:41 - Leadership development and staffing for country clubs14:44 - Transitioning to a Director of Racquets role20:48: Leadership and skills for club managersLooking to become a more confident, competent, and clear business leader with a lifelong career in the industry? Become a PTR- or USPTA-Certified Director of Racquet Sports. Visit our website to learn more!