Platinum Clubs® of the World, Asia-Pacific, and Europe & Middle East
Platinum Club® of the World and Europe & Middle East
Sunningdale Golf Club, England
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Platinum Clubs® of the World, Asia-Pacific, and Europe & Middle East 2026 - 2027
Club Leaders Forum is committed to the continual advancement of Excellence in leadership, management, and operations within the global Private Club industry.
At the core of Club Leaders Forum lies the prestigious Platinum Clubs® programs. Platinum Clubs of America was established in 1997 and is firmly acknowledged as the pinnacle of recognition of Excellence in the Private Club industry. As new Clubs were developed in emerging markets around the world, the Club Leaders Forum Advisory Board approved the introduction of Platinum Clubs of the World in 2011. Today, the designation as a Platinum Club of the World is revered and globally respected. More recently, in 2019, the Board approved the introduction Platinum Clubs Asia-Pacific and Europe and the Middle East was incorporated into Platinum Clubs of Europe in 2023.
Platinum Club® of the World and Asia-Pacific
Haesley Nine Bridges, South Korea
Platinum Club Categories
Platinum Clubs of the World
Top 100 Golf & Country Clubs
Top 100 City Clubs
Top 50 Yacht Clubs
Platinum Clubs of Asia-Pacific
Platinum Clubs of Europe & Middle East
Top 50 Golf & Country Clubs
Top 50 City Clubs
Platinum Clubs® of the World, Asia-Pacific, and Europe & Middle East
Key Election Dates
2026 - 2027
Club Submissions Open: July 20, 2025
Ballot Recommendations Close: September 1, 2025
Club Submissions Close: September 19, 2025
Election Voting Begins: September 26, 2025
Election Voting Concludes: October 17, 2025
Results Announced: October 27, 2025
Platinum Club® of the World and Europe & Middle East
The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, Scotland
Election Ballot
To recommend a Club for the 2026-2027 Platinum Clubs® of the World, Asia-Pacific, and Europe & Middle East Ballot, please submit a request to be considered by the Board to be included on the Final Election Ballot.
Ballot recommendations to be submitted by September 1, 2025.
Club Presentation Submission
Clubs may submit a presentation through the official Platinum Clubs submission form. This information will be provided to the voting Panel on the Final Election Ballot.
Club Submissions Open: July 20, 2025
Submission Deadline: September 19, 2025
Final Election Ballot to be approved by the Club Leaders Forum Advisory Board for the 2026-2027 Platinum Club election.
Platinum Club® of the World and Europe & Middle East
Real Club Valderrama, Spain
Election Process, Votes, and Points
Details about the election process, voting methodology, and point system can be found below.
Members of the Voting Panel
The esteemed Panel is comprised of industry experts and connoisseurs of Private Clubs who recognize excellence and is appointed by the Advisory Board.
Platinum Club® of the World and Asia-Pacific
Sentosa Golf Club, Singapore
Platinum Club® status holds significant importance delivering pride to the Clubs, Members, and Staff.
Most Clubs aspire to be acknowledged as the absolute finest in their region. Each Club acknowledged as a Platinum Club demonstrates Excellence, Best Practices, and reverence to the Seven Selection Criteria. Additionally, identifying these Platinum Clubs serves as a guiding light for aspiring Clubs, providing them with exemplary models to benchmark for their own growth and development.
Being a member of Platinum Clubs of the World for the past decade has been an extraordinary privilege. This distinguished organization represents the pinnacle of excellence, showcasing the most exceptional clubs from around the globe. The networking opportunities it offers are invaluable, allowing us to collaborate with like-minded individuals who share our passion for excellence. As a symbol of our commitment to delivering unrivaled experiences, the Platinum Clubs of the World membership holds great significance for us. It reinforces our dedication to continually strive for perfection and provides us with a platform to connect, learn, and grow alongside the world's finest clubs.
Andy Johnston
Sentosa Golf Club, Singapore
General Manager / Director of Agronomy / Resident Golf Course Architect
Guiding Club Leaders Forum is an international Advisory Board comprised of accomplished and respected General Managers, COOs, and CEOs.
These individuals have excelled throughout their careers at some of the world's most prestigious Platinum Clubs. Club Leaders Forum and the Advisory Board oversee Platinum Clubs of America, the World, Asia-Pacific and Europe & Middle East programs.
Michael McCarthy
Addison Reserve Country Club
Matthew Allnatt
Jonathan Club
Jeff McFadden
The Union League of Philadelphia
Kevin Vitale
Baltusrol Golf Club
Atilla Kardas
Jupiter Hills Club
John Dorman
The University Club - New York
Albert Costantini
Canoe Brook Country Club
Amber Read
Piedmont Driving Club
Tim Muessle
The Olympic Club
Recognition: Handcrafted Tapestry
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Industry Insight:
The FORUM
Invitation:
MASTERMIND FORUMS
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Reciprocity Program
and much more.
For more information about the Platinum Club of the World, Asia-Pacific, and Europe & Middle East election and programs, contact: team@clubleadersforum.com
Platinum Clubs® and their members enjoy many benefits of Platinum status, as well as invaluable relationships with the most prestigious Clubs globally.
Platinum Club® of the World
Manitoba Club, Canada
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