Platinum Clubs® of America has been the pinnacle of recognition in the Private Club industry since its establishment in 1997.
Presented by Club Leaders Forum, the designation is firmly acknowledged as the most revered standard of achievement for Private Clubs across the United States, honoring the top 1% of Clubs that demonstrate Excellence across operations, Member experience, and leadership.
The success of Platinum Clubs® of America laid the foundation for the program's global expansion. As new Clubs emerged in markets around the world, the Club Leaders Forum Advisory Board approved the introduction of Platinum Clubs® of the World in 2011, followed by Platinum Clubs® of Asia-Pacific in 2019 and the incorporation of the Middle East into Platinum Clubs® of Europe in 2023.
Club Leaders Forum is honored to present the 2027–2028 Platinum Clubs® of America Election.
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"Being recognized as a Platinum Club has always been a priority for St. Francis Yacht Club — not only because it elevates our brand and our reputation, which it certainly does, but because it drives real impact. What people may not realize is how an accolade like this helps a Club attract both outstanding Members and top management talent. Excellent people are drawn to Excellence, and whether it’s future Members or Staff, they see the Platinum Club seal as a mark of Excellence."
JOHN MEAGHER, GENERAL MANAGER / COO
ST. FRANCIS YACHT CLUB - SAN FRANCISCO, CA
“At Addison Reserve, Platinum Clubs® of America recognition is a source of pride for our Members and a meaningful acknowledgment of the dedication our Staff brings to the Club every day. It also strengthens the Addison Reserve brand, communicating our commitment to quality to prospective Members and hospitality professionals. We are honored by this recognition and motivated by the responsibility to continue earning it through the experiences we create each day.”
MICHAEL McCARTHY, CEO
ADDISON RESERVE COUNTRY CLUB - DELRAY BEACH, FL
“Baltusrol Golf Club is honored to be consistently recognized as a Platinum Club of America. This distinction reflects the dedication of our team, the stewardship of our Board, and the pride our Membership takes in the Club. It brings recognition to their collective efforts and reinforces the reputation we work to earn through every Member and guest experience. We are grateful for the honor and view it as an inspiration to continue our relentless pursuit of excellence in all we do.”
PHIL WHEELER, GENERAL MANAGER / COO
BALTUSROL GOLF CLUB - SPRINGFIELD, NJ
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