In this episode of Leadership on the Links, we sit down with Joel Inman, CCM, PGA, General Manager and Chief Operating Officer at Montclair Golf Club in West Orange, New Jersey. After 14 years leading Laurel Creek Country Club, Joel recently assumed leadership of one of New Jersey’s most historic and multifaceted private clubs.
Joining Tyler Bloom and Meredith Otero, Joel shares insights on leadership, organizational culture, team development, and navigating transition in a new environment. The conversation explores the realities of leading a large, member-focused operation and the importance of building trust, alignment, and long-term success through people.
Whether you are a club manager, golf professional, superintendent, or emerging leader, this episode offers practical perspectives on leadership in today’s private club industry.
Links and Resources
- Joel Inman, CCM, PGA on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-inman-pga/
- Montclair Golf Club: https://montclairgolfclub.org/
- Bloom Golf Partners: https://bloomgolfpartners.com/
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Who is Tyler Bloom?
Tyler Bloom is the leading expert on workforce development in the golf and turfgrass industry. He has worked with dozens of leading golf and sports companies in the United States including The PGA of America, Top 100 golf courses, public, municipal to professional sports teams, universities, and national historic landmarks.



