KOPPLIN KUEBLER & WALLACE EXPANDS INTERNATIONAL TEAM IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

Scottsdale, Arizona – August 18, 2025

KOPPLIN KUEBLER & WALLACE (KK&W), the club industry’s premier executive search and consulting firm, is proud to announce the continued growth of its international team with the addition of Emily McCarvill and Tim Nelson. This strategic expansion strengthens KK&W’s presence in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing its ability to serve clubs and hospitality organizations throughout the region.

Emily McCarvill has deep roots in the private club industry throughout New Zealand and Australia. As the owner of a successful club marketing and communications agency, she has worked with some of the region’s most prestigious clubs, including Royal Melbourne Golf Club, Kingston Heath Golf Club, and Royal Auckland and Grange Golf Club. Emily brings a proven track record in leadership placement, club positioning, member engagement, and strategic growth.

“It’s a privilege to work alongside a firm as deeply respected as KK&W,” said McCarvill. “I’m passionate about helping clubs in New Zealand find forward-thinking leaders who understand the balance between tradition and innovation. Together, we’ll help shape the next chapter of club leadership in the region.”

Tim Nelson joins KK&W to support the firm’s growth across Australia, bringing over two decades of search and consulting experience. Based in Australia, Tim will partner closely with Emily McCarvill, who leads executive search efforts in New Zealand. Together, they will collaborate with Michael Herd, KK&W’s Head of International Search & Consulting, based in the United Kingdom.

“I am excited to join KOPPLIN KUEBLER & WALLACE and lead the expansion of the business to Australia,” said Nelson. “The opportunity to combine my search and consulting experience with the number one global brand and team in the private club industry is second to none. I look forward to bringing my expertise, passion for service, and commitment to excellence to support the unique people challenges faced by clubs in Australia.”

“This announcement reflects the demand we’re seeing from clubs in Australia and New Zealand for a higher caliber of leadership support and our commitment to meet that need,” said Michael Herd. “I’m thrilled to work alongside Emily and Tim as we bring KK&W’s proven processes and standards to these important markets.”

KK&W Partners Richard M. Kopplin, CMAA Fellow, Kurt D. Kuebler, CCM, CMAA Fellow, and Thomas B. Wallace III, CCM, CCE, ECM, agree, “Adding Emily and Tim to our international team marks an important step in our growth journey. They embody our firm’s values of integrity, relevance, and excellence, and bring the kind of deep industry experience that makes a difference. With their support, we are even better equipped to serve clubs and candidates across the globe.”

With this expansion, KK&W continues its mission to deliver unmatched executive search and consulting services tailored to the unique needs of private clubs worldwide. The firm’s international division now provides an even broader spectrum of expertise, insight, and service to help clubs achieve long-term success through strategic leadership.

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For more information please contact:

Thomas B. Wallace III, CCM, CCE, ECM, Managing Partner
(412) 670-2021 | tom@kkandw.com | www.kkandw.com| @kkw_update

Michael Herd, Head of International Search & Consulting
+44 (0) 7903 035312 | michael.herd@kkandw.com | www.kkandw.com | @kkw_update

About KOPPLIN KUEBLER & WALLACE
People Focused, Quality Driven. When you work with KOPPLIN KUEBLER & WALLACE, you can expect an experience that will be centered around the well-being of their clients, the candidates they place, and the industry they love. Their process has been perfected since 1996 and involves merging more than 500 years of combined expertise with a comprehensive understanding of stakeholders’ needs. Their Board Dynamics/Model has been presented to over 1000 private clubs and communities. They are an award-winning executive search and consulting firm and a trusted partner dedicated to the success of the organizations they work with.