Adopt - adapt - improve
Was ist Round Table?
Round Table ist ein internationaler Club von Männern zwischen 18 und 40 Jahren. Round Table ist an keine politische Partei oder Konfession gebunden. Seine Mitglieder haben ihrem Alter entsprechend eine verantwortungsvolle Position innerhalb der Gesellschaft. Aufgrund ihrer Einstellung und ihrer Stellung sollen sie in der Lage sein, der Allgemeinheit durch soziale Werke zu dienen. Neben dem sozialen Engagement stehen gleichrangig die Prinzipien Fun und Fellowship. Round Table fördert und vertieft die Freundschaft und Verbundenheit seiner Mitglieder untereinander – auch völkerverbindend, da alle Kulturkreise, Nationalitäten und Rassen vertreten sind – ohne deshalb ein reiner Dinner-Club zu sein.
Der Unterschied zu anderen Service-Clubs...
Das hervorstechende Merkmal von Round Table ist das Alterslimit. Durch das obligatorische Ausscheiden aus dem Club im Alter von 40 Jahren ist gewährleistet, dass alle Mitglieder ein ähnliches Lebensumfeld (junge Familien, Beginn der Karriere usw.) haben. Sie entwickeln dadurch eine Dynamik, die andere Service-Clubs oder deren Vorfeldorganisationen aufgrund der hohen Altersunterschiede nur schwer bieten können.
What is Round Table?
From the beginning, the Round Table was a non-religious, non-political, and non-sectarian club, an ethos that still underpins the movement today.
The name "Round Table" is not directly drawn from Arthurian Legend; rather both its title and its maxim comes from a speech made to the British Industries Fair in 1927 by the then HRH Prince Edward, Prince of Wales 'The young business and professional men of this country must get together round the table, adopt methods that have proved so sound in the past, adapt them to the changing needs of the times and wherever possible, improve them'.
Round Table International
What better statement could there be about Round Table International than the president message of our current RTI President Daniele Cusi:
„Ciao, and welcome to the journey of Round Table International!
This year, I’m thrilled to share with you our vision: One Team, One Dream, a theme that unites Round Table International with Ladies Circle International for the first time in our history. We are embarking on a year dedicated to collaboration, growth, and the relentless pursuit of our shared goals. As an Italian, I’ve learned that nothing great is achieved alone. It’s the strength of the team that drives us forward, just as each player on the field contributes to the victory.
Round Table has always been about more than service. It’s about passion, commitment, and the relationships we build that form the foundation of our work. Like a finely tuned machine, each Tabler plays a vital role in ensuring our club thrives and evolves. Every member’s dedication, whether they are organizing local events or leading international initiatives, makes our movement stronger.
I believe that Round Table is like a family—when each of us does our part, we collectively create a legacy that surpasses our individual contributions. This year, I urge every Tabler to embrace this spirit of unity, to keep pushing forward with the same enthusiasm they felt on the day they first joined. Together, let’s build something remarkable by focusing on our shared dreams, growing our clubs, and welcoming new members to join this journey.
So, if you’re ready to be part of a global team, to make a difference, and to create lifelong memories with friends around the world, Round Table is here for you. Join us, as we turn our One Team, One Dream vision into a reality and continue building a legacy that enriches us all.“