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Distinguished Clubs of the World[edit source] Association founded in 1988 by its founder Bob Hedges from Portland, Oregon.

The Purpose of the Association is to provide a forum which furthers professionalism and education for club secretaries and general managers of traditional city clubs.In order to achieve its purpose, the Association shall organize an annual meeting in a member club at which there will be formal educational sessions and visits to compatible clubs. The Association shall also provide a forum for the continuous exchange of information on current trends and global issues.

Membership:

Membership is by invitation from an agreed and approved list of clubs worldwide, which are considered by the Association to meet its criteria of being:

·     Established over 100 years.

·     A bona fide private members’ club.

·     Recognized by the Association as being a renowned club offering superior standards of facilities, food and service.

The Maximum number of member clubs shall be twenty-five. {