Jason Meier, Consultant
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Jason Meier
Mr. Meier has over 30 years of progressive experience in the private club industry with over 25 years in senior management. He has a B.Sc. from The University of Toronto and numerous industry proficiencies that demonstrate his strong belief in ongoing education. Jason has worked for four exclusive private clubs in Ontario with a proven record of enhancing member relations, operational excellence, strategic planning, and continuous service improvements while ensuring financial stability.
At each club Jason provided a customized strategic plan with financial modelling to bring the vision and mission forward. Jason continued to cultivate his team with the skills necessary to support the development of the club, strive to ensure positive member experience, quality, and value. This was achieved through the evolution of innovative ideas to drive the club into the future while preserving the strong traditions that made each club distinctive.
Jason was the Champion and Key Facilitator in leading Directors and Executive teams through the Strategic and/or Business planning process. He was a key player in determining the future direction of a number of private clubs.
Mr. Meier has been a member of the Club Management Association of Canada (CMAC) for over 25 years. He has served on numerous committees, and as a Director on the Ontario and National Board, including as President of the Ontario CMAC Board of Directors. In 2019, Mr. Meier was awarded the CMAC Club Manager of the Year through nominations and selection by his peers from across Canada.
He has been described as diplomatic, a persuasive leader, change agent, motivator, and a team builder. He worked closely with Directors, Managers and staff to develop and implement innovative member service initiatives.
Jason is supported by his wife and three children through a positive work-life balance. As a recent Cancer survivor, he promotes good health and self care to those around him and shares the inspiration quote from Robin Williams, “Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.”
Contact:
Email: info@ceocapital.ca
Phone: (519) 954-8324
Capital Planning
Operational Management
Operational Management
A review of current and upcoming capital projects as part of the overall Master Capital Plan process to ensure financial stewardship and stakeholder confidence.
Focus includes but not limited to:
- Update or develop a comprehensive Master Capital Plan (also known as the Master Site Plan) as a component of the club's key initiatives and deliverables
- Key Stakeholder perspectives
- Demographic review
- Amenity review and meeting the future requirements of the membership
Operational Management
Operational Management
Operational Management
A review of practices and procedures of the operations to identify efficiencies and consistencies for maintaining high standards and exceptional experiences. This is vital if we are facilitating a business plan.
Areas of focus to enhance day-to-day operations include but not limited to:
- Labour review
- Departmental oversight review
- Key employee interviews - perspectives
- Alignment
- Focus groups with key stakeholders - view of operations
- Financial analysis of operations
Employee Engagement Review
Employee Engagement Review
Employee Engagement Review
As a component of the Operations Plan and an important part of the Business Plan, we evaluate a more specific and detailed overview with actionable insights of the employee culture.
The review and recommendations to foster a motivated and high-performing team include but are not limited to:
- Hiring and retention practices
- Employee morale through their perspectives
- Benefit and reward practices
- Training objectives
- Organization chart review
- Evaluation practices
- Demographic profile
Governance
Employee Engagement Review
Employee Engagement Review
A review of Member, Board and Management best practices for effective alignment, transparency, accountability and long-term leadership effectiveness. Including but not limited to:
- Review the Membership, Board and Operations policy manuals
- Review of policies and regulations
- Best practices review between Directors and Senior management
- Strategies for effective Board meetings and Director onboarding
- Compliance with government regulations
Available resources include:
Peter Rizakos, LLB, MBA
Cheryl Hamilton, Risk specialist