Where and what... This private invitation-only event has been created specifically for, and will be attended by General Managers, Board Members, and Leadership Staff only of currently-awarded Distinguished Clubs. See photos and video from last year's incredible event (click here)! As such, you are part of an exclusive group of leaders from fewer than 200 of some of the finest and most successful private clubs in the world. Listen as pre-selected General Managers present how they create great Member Experience at their clubs with unique ideas and proven strategies. Learn from a special panel discussion with the top executive search people including Dick Kopplin, Kurt Kuebler, Tom Wallace, Dan Farrell, Dan Denehy, and Kirk Reese. Celebrate Dick Kopplin who will be honored with a Distinguished Clubs Lifetime Achievement award. Hear from featured speaker, Kevin Zraly, author of ‘Windows on the World; Complete Wine Course’ (over three million copies sold). In 2018, Kevin begins his 42nd year of teaching the Advanced & Master Wine Classes. With over 20,000 graduates, Kevin Zraly's Wine School was named "The Best Wine School" in New York City by New York Magazine. In 2011, Kevin received the James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award, and has been featured in The New York Times, People Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, GQ Magazine, and Newsweek. See full bio. Experience some of the finest wines of Napa Valley at The Taste of Distinguished Clubs, including Opus One, Caymus, Chimney Rock, Far Niente, Harlan Estate, Heitz, PlumpJack, Joseph Phelps, Shafer, Bond, Chalk Hill, and others. Hosted by the Distinguished Clubs team, John Dorman of The University Club of New York and Roger Simon of New York Athletic Club and Mark Jezierski of The Penn Club.

Cost & Accommodations Cost: As a no-profit event for our Distinguished Clubs, we ask that you contribute $695 per attendee to help us cover only our expenses, which will be invoiced upon your RSVP. Taste of Distinguished Clubs, two dinners, two breakfasts, two lunches, wine, and cocktails are included. Plus-one (for significant other) is optional and welcome. Please add $195. Includes the following events

• Sunday's Reception Dinner and Taste of Distinguished Clubs at University Club of New York;

• Monday evening progressive dinner at University Club of New York, New

York Athletic Club, and The Penn Club. Guided private tour of 9/11 Memorial & Museum is $69.00 plus transportation at 25.00 per person. Must be booked 90 days prior. Accommodations: Distinguished Clubs has arranged preferred-rate accommodations at University Club of New York, New York Athletic Club, and The Penn Club. Please contact one of these clubs to make your reservations.

Hosted by: Distinguished Clubs, John Dorman, Roger Simon, and Mark Jezierski When: Sunday, October 21 at 6:00 PM to Tuesday, October 23 at 12:30 PM Where:

University Club of New York 1 West 54th Street New York, NY 10019

and

New York Athletic Club 180 Central Park South New York, NY 10019

and

The Penn Club 30 W 44th Street New York, NY 10036