Why have a section titled "Product Referrals"?

Every so often, we are introduced to a product or service that seems to solve a problem or address an issue found within the Club Industry.  As part of our commitment to "Educating & Consulting The Private Club Industry," we are pleased to provide you with a referral that we believe you should look into. 

When contacting these companies, tell them Mitch Stump referred you!

Electronic Data Storage Solution

I know of a number of situations where an existing tape back-up system has failed or is at risk of failure. Is it possible that my own tape back-up system was not fool proof? Not any more!

• Why do data storage systems fail?
• Could it be human error?
• Has your Club tested the restore function of your current storage system?
• Is the Club off site storage the automobile glove compartment or an employee's purse?
• Are you replacing your data tapes regularly?
• It has been said that 40% of all tape drive back-ups fail.

"eSilo" may have a solution that is cost effective and reliable. Club technology professionals may want to check this product out.   Visit www.eSilo.com or call David Chernow at 800-747-9255 and tell him Mitch Stump referred you!

Single Rider Golf Cars

To read an article authored by Mitchell L. Stump re: Private Clubs Embracing Single Rider Golf Cars click here.

"Long after golfers lose the mobility and stamina they once had, they dream of continuinig to play the game they love.  SoloRider is turning those dreams into reality for thousands of golfers who are enjoying the stable, comfortable and fun way to get back in the game."

• Drive onto greens and tees with no impact to turf
• Drive over rough terrain with confidence
• Easily enter and exit using the 350 degree swivel seat
• Play from using the elevating seet
• Easily handle with the ergonomic controls"

For more information visit www.solorider.com or call Tom Durbin at 800-898-3353 x41 and tell him Mitch Stump referred you!

Multimedia Solutions

Clubs should look into this marketing medium which showcases their Club in a way print material can never do.  Granite Digital Imaging is dedicated to helping Clubs showcase themselves, their amenities and their services, with the power of mulitmedia presentations.  Multimedia is any combination of:

• Video 
• Photos
• Narration
• Background music
• Animated text
• Graphics

designed to run on a personal computer.  They combine these elements to create an interactive CD-Rom presentation that no other marketing materials can equal.  This allows their Club clients to have a digital business card as these presentations are easily placed on mini CD-Rom.

If you would like to obtain more information visit www.granitedigitalimaging.com or call Beth Meister at 561-373-0919 and tell her Mitch Stump referred you!

Club Entertainment

Clubs across the country are filling their dining rooms with excited members who love to play Trivia Challenge.  This is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to entertain your members.  Trivia Challenge is a team-based game, designed to be played during dinner that runs about 2 hours.  It requires a live host who will ask questions and keep scores.  Question categories are diverse and temas work together to decide on their answers.  Why Trivia Challenge?

• Members will love the entertainment and willc ome to the clubhouse to eat, drink and play regularly.
• This activity will increase your food and beverage revenues.
• Takes less than a minut to set up and clean up.
• It is a very competitive game that creates an enthusiastic and loyal following
• NO TV REQUIRED!

"In 2003, Laurel Oak Country Club in Sarasota, FL hosted Trivia Challenge 17 times to an average of 180 members and guests.  That's over 3000 additional dinners and drinks sold!"

Are you ready to pack your clubhouse?  Visit www.triviachallenge.biz or contact Nick Ribaudo at 888-202-7700 and tell him Jessica Stump referred you!