https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/succession-planning Your Guide to Staying Ahead in a Changing Camp World In Episode 70 of the Camp Owners Podcast, hosts Howie Grossinger and Kelly Schuna dive into an insightful conversation with Jason Silberman, owner and director of Camp Matoka and president of CODA. Jason brings a unique blend of experience, candor, and forward thinking perspective that every camp professional, whether new to ownership or decades in, will appreciate. This episode unpacks the ...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/succession-planning Navigating Family Succession in Camp Ownership Succession planning isn’t just about passing down a business—it’s about passing down a legacy. In this episode of the Camp Owners Podcast, hosts Howie Grossinger and Kelly Schuna sit down with Tammy Buss from Blue Roots to dive into the complex and deeply emotional world of family camp transitions. Whether you’re currently navigating ownership change or jus...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/smart-data-rosen The Data-Informed Camp: Using Business Intelligence to Build Stronger SummersIn this season six kickoff episode, hosts Kelly Suna and Howie Grossinger sit down with camp owner and industry leader Ryan Rosen to explore the concept of business intelligence (BI) in the camp world. Ryan, a self-proclaimed "data guy," shares how camps can move beyond relying on gut feelings and broad numbers to make smarter, more stra...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/first-90-steve Steve Maguire: Igniting Your Staff for an Unforgettable Camp SeasonAs we close out another season of The Camp Owners Podcast, we stick with tradition and try to provide some staff training inspiration to launch all of you into another happy, healthy and successful camp summer. Today, we have Steve Maguire, who many of us have seen at camp conferences, have had at our camps and above all, someone who has provided in...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/intentional-camp-brandwein Michael Brandwein on "The Intentional Camp": Making Your Mission MatterWhat's the secret to running a camp that truly changes lives? Michael Brandwein joins Howie Grossinger and Kelly Schuna to answer that question, sharing wisdom from his new book, "The Intentional Camp." This isn't just another conversation about fun and games; it's a deep dive into how camp owners can be incredibly intentional about ...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/camp-corporate Bridging Corporate Strategies with Camp ExcellenceIn this episode of the Camp Owners Podcast, guest Mario Del Cueto from Mountain Camp Marin shares valuable strategies from his corporate experience that he integrates into camp management. From improving team communication, enhancing interviews, and capturing valuable performance data to solving problems and getting feedback from parents, campers, and staff, Mario p...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/director-insights The Changing Landscape of Camps: Insights from Nick TeichWith conference season fast approaching and many of us well into our “off-season” to-do list, we are excited to welcome Nick Teich from Fairwinds Camp Consulting to the Camp Owners Podcast. Nick has been a presenter at many ACA events and his recent article in Camping Magazine called Camp Director Insights — And the Importance of It All made us curious abo...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/family-foley Navigating Family Succession at Camp FoleyIn this episode of The Camp Owners Podcast, hosts Kelly Schuna and Howie Grossinger continue their conversation with Alli and Marie from Camp Foley. They delve into the family's recent leadership transition as Marie retires and Allie takes the helm of the camp. The group discusses the history of Camp Foley, the challenges and learnings of transitioning leadership, and offers ...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/campahead/scenario-planning-101 Exploring Camp Futures: Key Drivers and Scenario PlanningIn this episode of Camp Ahead, hosts Joe, Jess, and KJ expand on the idea of scenario planning as an essential tool for thinking about the future. They discuss key drivers such as climate change, economics, demographics, technological advancements, and social shifts that can shape the next decade of summer camps. Through imaginative scenario plan...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/campahead/intro-to-mental-time-travel Welcome to Camp Ahead: The Futurology of the Summer Camp IndustryIn this inaugural episode of the Camp Ahead podcast, Joe Richards, KJ Williams, and Jess Elfring-Roberts dive into the concept of future-proofing the summer camp industry. They discuss the importance of mental time travel, scenario planning, and preparing for larger global issues like climate change, financial instability, demographics, a...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/milestones-2024 Celebrating 100 Years: Tips from Camp Foley's Milestone EventIn this episode of the Camp Owners Podcast, Kelly Schuna and Howie Grossinger talk to Marie Schmid and Alli Faricy from Camp Foley about celebrating their 100th anniversary. They discuss planning tips, lessons learned, and details from the milestone event. Topics include scheduling, event activities, alumni engagement, and maintaining camp traditions. Th...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/j-gold-crossover Inside the Camp Ownership World: Success Stories and ChallengesIn this crossover episode from the Day Camp Pod, Join Andy Pritikin, Sam Thompson, and Justin Pritikin as they delve into the inspiring story of Jonathan Gold, a successful operator of three large private day camps in New Jersey. In this episode, Jonathan shares his journey, the risks and challenges he took on, and the lessons learned along the way. T...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/new-owner-jason-samuel Want to own your own camp? Here is the perfect case study from Jason Samuel!Join Kelly and Howie on the Camp Owners Podcast as they delve into the journey of Jason Samuel, the new owner of The Nature Place. Jason shares insights from his transition from a sailing instructor to camp owner, the rich history of The Nature Place, and the challenges faced, especially during the pandemic. Discover the importance ...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/all-in-on-ai Revolutionizing Camp Operations with AI: Insights from Travis Allison In this episode of the Camp Owners Podcast, Howie and Kelly kick off Season 5 with a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the camp industry. Joined by special guest Travis Allison, co-founder of GoCampPro, the discussion covers how AI can streamline camp operations, enhance communication with parents and...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/season-4-recap Thanks for another great season of the Camp Owners Podcast! Here’s a special send-off from Howie and Kelly.On this last episode of The Camp Owners Podcast season 4, Howie and I are putting a wrap on the season. We are talking about some of our biggest takeaways from some of our guests. We're also talking about some of the new things that we're trying this summer, whether they are from things that didn't go well for...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/initiative Where has initiative gone on our teams and what can we do about it?We are really excited to have Emily Golinsky on the Podcast. Emily is a long-time camp professional, and now a trainer and consultant whom many of us in the industry are familiar with from Tri-State and other ACA events and someone who consistently brings wonderful energy, insight and expertise to important topics that we are all dealing with as camp ow...
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/staff-engagement Staff Engagement is a HUGE part of the job of every full-time camp professional…even Camp Owners!While we have spent a good portion of the season on the various ownership and leadership models in the industry, we have decided to jump into a topic that is always on our mind, staffing and the staff experience. Today, we have someone who has some great thoughts and ideas on combating the staff challenge by viewing i...
Find full links and show notes at: Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/next-gen What does the other side of succession look like?This season of the Camp Owners Podcast, we’ve been focusing a lot on the future. From AI, climate change and succession, we’ve been encouraging Camp Pros to think about the intentional decisions they can make now to set their programs up for success. In all of this future-planning, we can’t forget about the people that will take on the ...
Find full links and show notes at: Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/full-time-pipeline No one becomes a director overnight.We’re grateful to have the opportunity to share the Camp Owner’s Podcast feed with our good friends over at the Day Camp Pod. In this episode, host Andy Pritikin speaks with Taking over an existing camp operation is no small feat, and today we’re joined by Sam Borek and Gregg Licht - two seasoned, self-made camp professionals who have each h...
Find full links and show notes at: Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/succession-2 Succession doesn’t have to be a family affair…When people think of succession, it’s easy to think of it being a familial thing - a director’s kids taking over the family camp and moving it into the next era. But what happens if your kids aren’t the right next step for camp? What happens if they aren’t interested? What is your succession plan if it doesn’t involve a clear predecess...