GSI Executive Search, is pleased to announce the appointment of David J. Robinson, CCM, as Principal
Based in San Francisco, California, David J. Robinson brings more than 35 years of experience in all areas of the hospitality field to his role at GSI Executive Search, including operations, management, sales management, sales, and marketing. His primary area of expertise is private club management, and he most recently served as General Manager at the San Francisco Yacht Club. Prior to that, he held numerous GM positions at reputable clubs across the country, including the Outrigger Canoe Club in Honolulu, Hawaii; Balboa Yacht Club in Corona del Mar, California; Key Biscayne Yacht Club in Key Biscayne, Florida, where he also served as Chief Operating Officer; Milwaukee Yacht Club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Five Seasons Country Club in Indianapolis, Indiana. He also served as Assistant General Manager at St. Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco.
As a Principal with GSI Executive Search, Robinson will focus on executive search services in Northern California, Hawaii, and the Northwest to include: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Montana, North and South Dakota, and Wyoming.
“One of the things that sets GSI Executive Search apart from other executive search firms is our depth in the private club and hospitality industry. We continually strive to expand our network, enhance our knowledge of the industry, and build our team of professionals, in order to best serve our clients,” says Bob Jones, President of GSI Executive Search. “David’s diverse experience as a General Manager strengthens our team of search consultants and enhances our ability to provide hands-on operational experience to all aspects of a club’s talent acquisition.”
"GSI Executive Search is known throughout the industry for their honesty, integrity, and consistent responsiveness to client needs at all stages of the executive search process,” says Robinson. “I am honored to be joining a team with such high standards and look forward to being part of their rapid growth and long-term success.”
Welcome to the team, David! |
| David J. Robinson, CCM Principal 808-829-2508
Highlights:
- Area of expertise is private club management
- Most recently served as General Manager at the San Francisco Yacht Club
- With GSI, Robinson will focus on executive search services in Northern California, Hawaii, and the Northwest to include: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Montana, North and South Dakota, and Wyoming
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Impact of the Great Resignation on Clubs and Hospitality By Scott McNett
Research has shown that millions have left the labor force since the pandemic, an event now known as the Great Resignation. It has also shown that the largest industry affected is hospitality, including private clubs and resorts. In those organizations, food and beverage seem to be the areas most affected, but also affected are finance and grounds positions. This dynamic means that the need for an expert executive search firm is greater than ever.
Traditional postings are yielding about the half the responses that they used to see. The initial responses are then dropping off or do not respond again. Many do not show up for interviews, or for the first day of work when hired. Boards and managers simply don’t have the time to always hire effectively in these conditions. A search firm with expertise, experience, and a good network and database can dig much deeper for candidates. Furthermore, more extensive digging and vetting can usually avoid surprises, no-shows, and counter offers. Deeper relationships in the industry can lead to better and more efficient results.
Many employees in the food and beverage industry and in hospitality left their positions during the pandemic due to closures, lay-offs, etc. Some found they could exist on unemployment and federal COVID assistance. Some returned to their positions later, but many stayed away and found other careers. It is well-known that hospitality and food and beverage positions involve long hours, nights and weekends, and holidays, often with low pay and little mentorship for their career paths. The industry is beginning to realize the importance of work-life balance, better compensation, better morale, and mentorship for professional growth. With today’s labor market, these are the important factors in attracting and retaining needed hospitality staff.
These conditions in today’s market have led to the most challenging recruitment landscape for hospitality in history. Professional help is needed now more than ever to recruit new talent and a different management mindset is needed to retain and keep them for the long term. |
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Comprehensive Current Searches May 3, 2022 |
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At GSI Executive Search, we’re always adding new searches to our ever-expanding roster of private club clients. Please see below for the complete list of current searches. Click on candidate searches for further profile information and to apply. |
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Vaquero Club Westlake, TX
Executive Chef Mission Hills Country Club Kansas City, KS More Info to come
General Manager/COO Corpus Christi Country Corpus Christi, TX More Info to come
General Manager Fairlawn Country Club Akron, OH More Info to come
Estero Country Club Estero, Florida
Coleman Lake Club Goodman, WI
Adirondack League Club Old Forge, NY
The Cramer Mountain Club Cramerton, NC
Las Campanas HOA Santa Fe, NM
Kelly Greens Golf & Country Club Fort Myers, FL
The Moorings Golf & Country Club Naples, FL |
| Talisker Club Park City, UT
Marrakesh Country Club Palm Desert, CA
Racquet Club of Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA
General Manager San Joaquin Country Club Fresno, CA More info to come
Orienta Beach Club Mamaroneck, NY
Country Club of Louisiana Baton Rouge, LA
Naples Lakes Country Club Naples, FL
Elk Creek Ranch Meeker, CO
Westchester Country Club Rye, NY
Seattle Yacht Club Seattle, WA
Daniel Island Club Daniel Island, SC
Vaquero Club Westlake, TX |
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Interested in placing a candidate search with GSI? Contact one of our search consultants. |
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Scott McNett Senior Principal 314-854-1321 Midwest United States |
| Ned Welc, CCM, CCE Principal 440-796-7922 Florida / Ohio / Southeast United States |
| Terry Anglin, CCM, CCE, ECM Principal 901-550-9338 West / Southwest United States |
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David J. Robinson, CCM Principal 808-829-2508 Northern California and the Northwest United States |
| Manny Gugliuzza, CCM, CCE Principal 732-618-8665 Northeast United States |
| Richard A. Lareau, CCM, CCE, ECM Principal 713-557-4287 Texas / Oklahoma / Kansas / Gulf States |
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Andrew Minnelli, USPTA, PTR, USRSA Associate 310-740-4488 Racquet Sports U.S. & Northwest Region |
| J. Mark Black, CGCS Agronomy Consultant 239-250-6296 |
| Shawn Emerson Agronomy Consultant 602-818-5818 |
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Bob Jones President 972-341-8133 Office |
| Jay Salem Chief Operating Officer Human Resource Consultant 972-341-8143 Office 214-533-5165 Cell |
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About GSI Executive Search:
GSI Executive Search, an Ethos Club & Leisure Alliance company, is a full-service executive search firm serving the private club and hospitality industries throughout the U.S. The firm's hands-on, thorough, and results-oriented approach has led to successful placements for over 25+ years with more than 500 client clubs/organizations and over 900 search assignments.
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