Kevin Vitale, who recently retired after a 22 year run as the GM/COO of the iconic Baltusrol Golf Club, is one of the most well-respected leaders in the private club industry. We talk with Kevin about his upbringing in the Boston area, how he got started in the hospitality industry and how that led to his stellar career in the club industry, and the highlights of his time leading Baltusrol. We also get Kevin’s views on some of the issues facing private clubs and best practices in that regard.

Bobby Clampett has had quite the journey in the game, from uber elite junior/amateur to PGA Tour player to broadcaster to Champions Tour player to full-time instructor and author. We talk with Bobby about all of his many memorable experiences in the game, and also get Bobby’s thoughts on some of the challenges facing the game today.