ABOUT US
41 INTERNATIONAL is a worldwide social networking Organisation for men aged over 40 who are usually former members of Round Table. It forms a part of the Round Table Family of clubs, together with Round Table International, Ladies Circle International, Tangent Clubs International and Agora Clubs International.
Round Table itself was formed by Louis Marchesi in 1927 in Great Britain and Ireland (GB&I), exclusively for men aged under 40, with the intention of offering younger men the benefits afforded by similar groups such as Rotary Club, which were dominated by older people. It took off quickly, and within a few years there were more than a hundred Tables in towns and cities across the GB&I.
The first formal club for Ex-Round Tablers aged over 40 was formed in Liverpool in 1936. Former Round Table members from other parts of the GB&I, who wished to continue friendships made in Round Table, quickly followed suit. After World War 2 Round Table gradually spread to other countries and became a worldwide movement of like-minded men under 40 or 45, depending upon the country. In 1945 a GB&I “National Association of ex-Round Tablers Clubs” was formed in Wakefield and the first President, John Shuter of London Old Tablers Society, was elected. Today there are around 13,000 members in 670 clubs across GB&I.
41 INTERNATIONAL was formed in 1975 by the National Associations of GB&I, Germany, France and Belgium and now encompasses National Associations of ex / past / old Round Tablers. The list of National Associations involved is shown on the “Member Associations” page. There are also individual 41 Clubs in other countries throughout the world, usually where there is a Round Table presence, but they are not affiliated in 41 INTERNATIONAL.
41 INTERNATIONAL is led by a board which comprises a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, a Treasurer and an Immediate Past President. Each country elects either one or two voting delegates and together with the board comprise the International Council. An Annual General Meeting and a Half Year Meeting are held by the member countries each year. 41 INTERNATIONAL has over 40,000 individual members around the world.
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Aims and Objects
TOPThe objects of the organisation are:
(a) to encompass all Associations and clubs of Ex-Tablers as specified in Rule 3.
(b) to maintain at the international level the contacts between Ex-Tablers and the bonds of friendship which unite all Ex-Tablers.
(c) to initiate, develop and improve the working relationships with the other members of the Round Table Family and to promote membership of those four associations – namely Round Table International, Ladies´ Circle International, Agora Club International and Tangent Club International.
(d) to use our friendship and network to support local and international community service initiatives, both our own and our own members as well as those of the Round Table Family.
41er Day
41 INTERNATIONAL is thrilled to announce that February 10th—the 41st day of the year!
TOPThis special day is ear marked to celebrate the joy, fellowship, and lifelong bonds we share as 41ers. Why February 10th?
The 41st day of the year symbolizes our journey beyond the Round Table, embracing friendship, service, and passion for life. It is a day to reflect on our values and strengthen our global connections.
How Can We Celebrate?
To celebrate our joy in being a 41er the following initiative can be considered. Clubs and members worldwide can take part in meaningful initiatives, including:
1. Joint Get-Together with Round Table, Ladies Circle, Tangent and Agora club of each city and the respective National and International Presidents.
2. Global awareness and branding – Global Logo & Hashtag – a special logo and hashtag can be designed e.g., #41ersDay , to unify branding across social media.
3. Celebratory Activities – 41-Minute Challenge – Encourage members to dedicate 41 minutes to a networking zoom meeting with another National 41 Club.
4. Social Media & Digital Engagement – Global Countdown to 41ers Day – A 41-day countdown with daily post from 41ers on reflections on what being a 41er means.
Join the Celebration
To honor the essence of being a 41er,
To celebrate the true spirit of a 41er,
To embody the camaraderie of a 41er,
To uphold the legacy of a 41er.
Together, we continue to live the spirit of Fellowship, Friendship, and Service. Let’s honor our past, celebrate our present, and shape our future—together!
Make February 10th a Day to Remember!
Nominate someone to
join Round Table!
TOPDo you know someone who would be a great fit for Round Table?
Sometimes, all it takes is a personal recommendation.
Think about the young men in your network – friends, colleagues, neighbours, relatives or business contacts. Is there someone who shares the values of friendship, fellowship, personal development and making a difference?
Then introduce them to Round Table!
Help grow Round Table around the world
The RTI Prospect Manager makes it easy to recommend a potential new Tabler – wherever he lives. Simply talk to him first and, with his permission, submit his details through the Prospect Manager:
RTI Prospect Manager:
The information will be forwarded through the appropriate Round Table channels so that the relevant national association or local club can get in touch and introduce him to Round Table.
One recommendation can make a difference.
Every member of the Round Table Family has a network – and together, that network reaches thousands of potential future Tablers around the world. Maybe you already know someone who is simply waiting to be asked.
Think. Ask. Recommend.
The future of Round Table starts with all of us.