CMAA Announces John Deere Golf as Platinum Partner in Corporate Advantage Program

Source: Club Managers Association of America ALEXANDRIA, Va. - The Club Managers Association of America is pleased to announce the addition of John Deere Golf as a platinum partner in the Corporate Advantage Program. This partnership represents a multiyear commitment by John Deere Golf to support CMAA and The Club Foundation in its efforts to deliver outstanding education, products and services to its membership. "John Deere Golf's support of the Association at the very highest level of our Corporate Advantage Program will have an irrefutable impact on our industry," commented CMAA Chief Executive Officer Jim Singerling, CCM, CEC, who serves as president of The Club Foundation. "This substantial commitment from industry leader, John Deere Golf, helps to provide us with the resources we need to ensure our members, and the industry at-large, are positioned for success." Since 1837, John Deere has delivered innovative products and services of superior quality built on a tradition of integrity. As part of the Agriculture & Turf Division, John Deere Golf continues that commitment. John Deere Golf offers expansive resources, a global reach, innovative thinking and industry-leading technology, and a true focus on partnership. In conjunction with CMAA and The Club Foundation, John Deere Golf will strive to address today's club-related issues and work to build an even stronger future for the industry. "Leveraging a strong foundation and utilizing innovative thinking to grow the business and industry is what John Deere Golf is about," said Gregg Breningmeyer, global director sales and marketing, John Deere Golf. "We are thrilled to be working closely with the CMAA and its members to help fortify this industry and create business partnerships throughout the facility." John Deere Golf will participate in its first CMAA World Conference and Club Business Expo, February 24-28, 2011, in Orlando, FL, at the Orlando World Center Marriott Resort & Convention Center. About CMAA - The Club Managers Association of America is the professional Association for managers of membership clubs. CMAA has close to 7,000 members across all classifications. Manager members run more than 3,000 country, golf, city, athletic, faculty, yacht, town and military clubs. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations among persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character; to encourage the education and advancement of members; and to assist club officers and members, through their managers, to secure the utmost in efficient and successful operations. About The Club Foundation - The Club Foundation supports the advancement of club management professionals, funding industry education programs through scholarships and grants. About The Corporate Advantage Program - The Corporate Advantage Program is a collaborative effort among CMAA, The Club Foundation and up to 15 corporate entities that have demonstrated a leadership role within the club industry. The program creates a bridge between club management professionals and the companies most dedicated to serving them. The monetary contributions by Corporate Advantage Program partners support the professional development programs offered and funded by CMAA and The Club Foundation. About John Deere Golf - John Deere (Deere & Company - NYSE: DE) is a world leader in providing advanced products and services for agriculture, forestry, construction, lawn and turf care, landscaping and irrigation. John Deere also provides financial services worldwide and manufactures and markets engines used in heavy equipment. Since it was founded in 1837, the company has extended its heritage of integrity, quality, commitment and innovation around the globe.