A Welcome from the RCPI President

 
Taken From New Club President Jonathan Wootliff’s Message to Club Members
 
Our 100th Anniversary
As we celebrate 100 years since Rotary began in our district in 1925, this is a time to reflect on our legacy and look forward with purpose. My vision detailed below is rooted in Rotary’s enduring values—integrity, service, fellowship—and focused on goals that include growing our membership, strengthening fundraising, enhancing our public image, and above all, involving more of our wonderful members in club life.
 
Exciting Announcement
I’m thrilled to confirm that R. Jelínek Muzeum Slivovice  is now establish as RCPI’s official home. Our club logo is installed prominently on the museum’s exterior wall. This is a major milestone for our club, giving us a permanent home and identity in Prague.
 
Our Theme for the Year: Let’s Do It Together!
This simple phrase captures the spirit I hope we can all embrace. Whether it's volunteering, planning events, fundraising, or supporting each other—our strength lies in our unity, and I want every member to feel part of what we’re building.
 
My Vision as President
  • Live by Rotary values: Service Above Self, integrity, and fellowship
  • Offer inspirational leadership grounded in good governance
  • Strengthen continuity through collaboration and learning
  • Leave the club stronger than I found it
Leadership Priorities
  • Empower the board and committee chairs
  • Promote great teamwork, positivity, and enthusiasm
  • Ensure operational efficiency and sound financial controls
  • Improve communication, accountability, and transparency
  • Resolve disputes with stability and fairness
  • Encourage high participation across club activities
Cultivating Continuity
  • Work closely with our President-Elect
  • Build ties with other Rotary clubs in our District and internationally
  • Learn from past lessons and successes
  • Preserve what’s great—while embracing change
Goals for 2025–26
  • Grow our membership
  • Boost fundraising capacity and ambition
  • Make our meetings more attractive and engaging
  • Involve more members in meaningful ways
  • Strengthen our public image and reputation
  • Promote a shared sense of duty, practicing collective responsibility with everything we do
Our 2025–26 ‘Dream Team’
I’m proud to work alongside a fantastic board and committee chairs—each of whom brings energy, talent, and commitment to our shared mission.
 
Officers 
  • Gavin Flook, President Elect, Secretary
  • David Alonso, Treasurer
  • Gerry Tipple, Executive Secretary, Rotary Foundation
Directors
  • Fernanda Escobar Illoldi
  • Sylvia Marquordt Strube
  • Mamun Saiz
  • Andreas Fehrens
  • Helena Kovarikova
  • Irena Brichta
  • Ota Hlidek
  • Radka Rajska
  • Sanan Phutrakul
  • Stuart Amesbury
In conclusion, let me assure you that I will do my very best to be a good President for everyone, as we continue shaping this amazing club into an even more inclusive, dynamic, and fun community.
With warm Rotary fellowship,

Jonathan Wootliff
President, Rotary Club of Prague International 2025–26