CCWAA Leadership Team

CCWAA Executive Leadership Team

Our Leadership

Meet the visionary executives who guide the Country Club Wrestling Association of America toward continued excellence and innovation.

Our leadership team combines decades of experience in elite athletics, luxury hospitality, and organizational management to deliver unparalleled wrestling experiences.

From former champions to business visionaries, each leader brings unique expertise that drives our mission of excellence in country club wrestling.

Executive Leadership

Our executive team brings decades of combined experience in sports management, business leadership, and athletic excellence.

Richard 'Ricky Star' Starbinski
Executive Director

Richard "Ricky Star" Starbinski

Executive Director Since 1992

Former three-time CCWAA Singles Champion who transitioned from "The Starlight Sensation" to executive leadership. Known for pioneering the "Champagne Suplex" and bringing theatrical excellence to wrestling administration.

Former Champion Theatrical Athletics Dartmouth '60
"It's not whether you win or lose—it's how magnificent you look while determining the proper procedural vote."
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Maxwell 'Max' McCallahan III
Chairman of the Board

Maxwell "Max" McCallahan III

Nine-Time CCWAA Champion

Known as "The Hostile Takeover," Max combines athletic excellence with creative financial management. Current CCWAA Heavyweight Champion and owner of McCallahan Resort Properties.

9x Champion Resort Owner Media Group
"It's not just about winning—it's about leveraging victory for maximum shareholder value."
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Steven 'Steve' Bartlett
Board Member & Audit Committee

Steven "Steve" Bartlett

The Suburban Sensation

Financial analyst turned reluctant wrestler. Co-founder of Druid Hills Wrestling Revival and the only board member to actually read the bylaws (currently on page 47 of 2,847).

Financial Analyst Audit Expert Reluctant Hero
"Wait, what did I just sign? Can I see the actual financial documents?"
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Department Leadership

Specialized leaders who ensure excellence in every aspect of our operations.

CCWAA Office Team

Our dedicated office team

Penelope Ashworth

Penelope Ashworth

Director of Member Relations

Ensures exceptional member experience and satisfaction.

James Pemberton

James Pemberton

Director of Events

Orchestrates world-class wrestling events and competitions.

Chuck Beaumont

Chuck Beaumont

Director of Facilities

Maintains our luxury facilities to the highest standards.

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Alexander Chen

Chief Technology Officer

Drives digital innovation and technical excellence.

Richard 'Ricky Star' Starbinski

Richard "Ricky Star" Starbinski

Executive Director, CCWAA

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The Man, The Myth, The Sequins

Richard "Ricky Star" Starbinski has served as Executive Director of the CCWAA since 1992, stepping into the role following what organization records refer to only as "The Phieffer Incident" (court-sealed documents prevent us from elaborating, though we can confirm no actual flamingos were harmed).

Wrestling Career Highlights (1961-1991)
  • 🏆 Three-time CCWAA Singles Champion (1965, 1971, 1978)
  • 🤝 Tag Team Champion with "Magnificent" Maurice Goldbloom as "The Merger & Acquisition" (1968-1970)
  • 💫 Inventor of the "Champagne Suplex" (banned in 1973 for excessive elegance)
  • First wrestler to enter via chandelier (Las Vegas Invitational, 1974)
Executive Achievements

Under Ricky's leadership since 1992, the CCWAA has successfully transitioned from telegraph to fax communications (1993), pioneered electronic mail for tournaments (1996), and established the annual Wayne Newton Invitational Gala & Wrestling Spectacular. His unique blend of athletic prowess and theatrical sensibility has increased membership by 3%—the first growth since the Reagan administration.

"In country club wrestling, as in life, it's not whether you win or lose—it's how magnificent you look while determining the proper procedural vote for declaring a winner."

— From his upcoming autobiography: "From Headlocks to Headquarters: A Gentleman's Journey"

Our Leadership Philosophy

"Excellence is not a destination, but a journey of continuous improvement, innovation, and unwavering commitment to our members and athletes."

Visionary Thinking

Forward-looking strategies that anticipate and shape the future of elite wrestling.

Collaborative Leadership

Empowering teams and fostering an environment where excellence thrives.

Commitment to Excellence

Unwavering dedication to the highest standards in every aspect of our operations.