After ten years working with the Club Industry, business owner and consultant Michelle Pascoe felt it was about time someone sung the praises of the inspiring, committed and passionate people who have made their careers at the coal face of the hospitality industry. What started as a series of interviews with people she admired and respected has turned into a fascinating book which is a first for the industry.

The book tells the stories and challenges of seventeen industry leaders from Australia and New Zealand. It is packed with insights and advice that make it compulsory reading whether you are a club industry leader, aspiring to be selected for managerial roles or are just starting out in the industry.

Michelle Pascoe says “I feel privileged to have worked with some amazing people and wanted to share their secrets of success. The contributors have generously shared both their successes and challenges. I would love to sit these people down with every new employee so they can share their wisdom. Unfortunately we can’t do that so this book is the next best thing. There’s been lots of doom and gloom in the industry recently and I wanted this book to be a good news story and a celebration of what is great about this industry."

Igniting Potential will give readers insights into everything from achieving a work family balance to dealing with changing legislation and new technology. Every contributor also offers invaluable advice for "new comers" and talks about the changes they have seen in the Club Industry.