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USA Curling is excited to share the programming schedule for the 2023 Members’ Assembly. We will be hosting sessions on a number of topics relevant to members and clubs about Membership Growth, Creative Revenue Streams, Coaching, and more!
Sessions will be available for in-person and virtual attendance. Meeting links will be updated within a week of the event. RSVP’s for the sessions below are recommended and appreciated, but not required. Your responses will help us, and the presenters prepare for the sessions.
If you’re able to attend in-person, please consider joining USA Curling staff and representatives at the St. Paul Curling Club, following the conclusion of the scheduled programming, to socialize and cheer on teams in the St. Paul Cash Spiel playoffs Saturday evening.
2023 Members’ Assembly
Saturday October 14th, 2023
A Year in Review
Dean Gemmell — CEO, USA Curling
Dean will share a recap of the 2022-2023 curling season and plans for the future of the organization.
9:30 AM CDT
Membership Development
Bobby Ray — Manager of Club Development, Curling Canada
This session will focus on building and retaining memberships at curling clubs and address difficulties commonly faced by clubs of all shapes and sizes.
10:15 AM CDT
11:15 AM CDT
Creative Revenue Sources
Neil Pifer — President, Charlotte Curling Association
Jock Tyre — General Manager, Kelowna Curling Club
Neil and Jock will discuss alternatives to Learn to Curl, League, and Corporate Event to generate revenue from traditional sources.
ICEGRID® for Warehouse Conversions and New Builds
Said Hakim — CEO, ISS
Said will give an overview of the ICEGRID® system and compatibility with both warehouse and new dedicated ice facilities
12:45 PM CDT
Arena Club Resources
Theresa Klingbile — Retention and Development Coordinator, Sioux Falls Curling Club
Mitch Raeck — President, Lansing Curling Club
Members of the Arena Working Group will share information on resources available to arena clubs from USA Curling, as well as a summary of the work done (so far!) by the group.
1:15 PM CDT
US National Team Infosession
Katie Baker— Sporting Director, USA Curling
Andrew Stopera — National Team Athlete, USA Curling
Katie and Andrew will share information about USA Curling National Team selection, funding sources, responsibilities, and athlete experiences.
2:00 PM CDT
On & Off Ice Training
Phill Drobnick — National Team Director, USA Curling
Mike Gulenchyn — Athletic Trainer, USA Curling/Twin Cities Orthopedics
Phill and Mike will discuss curling strategy, common curling injuries, and training tips.
3:00 PM CDT
Awards and New Club Welcome
Dean Gemmell — CEO, USA Curling
Dean will present End-of-Year and Volunteer-of-the-Year awards and introduce the newest USA Curling Member Clubs.
3:45 PM CDT
USA Curling Member Social
Saint Paul Curling Club
USA Curling invites everyone to cap off the day at the historic St. Paul Curling Club. Join us during the 6 PM draw of the Saint Paul Cash Spiel to watch some of the top teams compete on the ice, chat with USA Curling Staff and Board, and enjoy a complimentary beer or soda on us.
6:00 PM CDT