New York's Most Exclusive Entrepreneur Community for 7, 8, and 9-Figure Founders

Being at the top of the ladder can get lonely. It doesn’t have to be. The Founders Club brings the entire New York Entrepreneur Network together. Now, you can be part of a community of accomplished founders who are carefully selected, highly motivated, and committed to growing mentally, physically, and professionally.

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The Inner Circle for High Growth Founders

New York City is synonymous with stress-testing every person and every business. Founders Club New York Founders Community is a national, invite-only network for founders who have been tested and have emerged as some of the biggest business players.

Think of it as an exclusive circle of high-performing entrepreneurs across various industries who believe in community, collaboration, and insight to stay ahead of the curve.

Don’t confuse it with a co-working space or just another networking event. This is a real place to gain real perspectives from people who have actually been in your shoes.

Why Members Join

The right room cuts through the noise.

Building at the highest level means making decisions with limited time and imperfect information. The Founders Club chapter in your city gives you the room that matches the pace and the stakes of what you are building.

Get direct, unfiltered feedback on the decisions that define your next chapter: hiring, exits, fundraising, pivots.

Access capital, partnerships, and talent across the most active and high-opportunity industries in your market.

Build a peer group that does not just celebrate wins. It helps you navigate the hard ones.

Stay connected year-round through a high-signal private Slack and exclusive members-only events across the city.

Join a founders mastermind that holds the bar where you need it, with peers building businesses of comparable scale and seriousness.

What Membership Includes

Entrepreneur community New York includes everything you will need to grow, connect, and actually move forward.

You will get exclusive access to the New York chapter and a nationwide network of high-achieving operators. Every single connection here has the potential to turn into a meaningful opportunity.

Build relationships with industry giants, exchange practical business insights, and become part of high-value conversations and events. Our community offers greater clarity, confidence, and momentum.

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Monthly Mastermind Groups

Join an intimate group of 8 to 12 like-minded, high-growth founders for a strategically designed and professionally facilitated session focused on brainstorming and solving your most pressing business challenges. Available both in-person and online.

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Local NYC Activations

Local Chapter Activations

As The Founders Club expands coast to coast across the United States, new chapters are emerging in every major market, giving founders more opportunities to meet locally, build deeper relationships, and grow together.

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150+ National Events

150+ Member Only Events Access

From in-person masterminds and celebrity guest speakers to box seats at sporting events, X-Games trips, and our once-in-a-lifetime Billion Dollar Dinners, members enjoy a curated lineup of exclusive events throughout the year.

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Annual Retreat

Each year, members from across the country gather for The Founders Club Annual Retreat, an immersive experience in one of Mexico’s most breathtaking destinations. Blending strategy, connection, and renewal, it gives founders the space to realign and return home ready to lead at a higher level.

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Members Only Slack

Tap into a private Slack community of vetted founders across industries and stages. Get real-time feedback, referrals, hiring help, vendor recommendations, and honest insight from operators who are in the trenches with you every day.

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$100K+ in Travel Perks

Travel Discounts

$100K+ in Perks

Members receive preferred rates on luxury hotels, premium airlines, and curated travel experiences around the world. Whether you’re booking a personal getaway or extending a business trip, our partnerships unlock meaningful savings and elevated perks that compound over time.

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Founders Club App

The Founders Club App keeps the entire ecosystem in your pocket. RSVP to events, access resources, and stay plugged into what’s happening across chapters, all from your phone. Your network, organized and accessible wherever you are.

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Curated 1:1 Connections

Curated Connections

We don’t leave networking to chance. Through intentional introductions and thoughtful matchmaking, members are connected to the right people at the right time—whether that’s a strategic partner, investor, operator, or lifelong friend. The goal isn’t more contacts. It’s the right ones.

Men's & Women's Growth Workshops

Men's & Women's Growth Workshop

Purposefully small gatherings that create protected space for vulnerability, personal development, and growth in mind and body.

Who Belongs in NEW YORK

It is made for members of the Founders Mastermind NYC who have made it big.

Our members are founders and operators running successful businesses that generate 7 to 9 figures in revenue, executives stepping up their game, and investors.

Numbers surely open many doors, but your character determines how long you belong in a room. We look for founders who lead with generosity, contribute before they ask, and hold themselves and their teams to a higher standard.

If you have built something extraordinary and are looking for a private network for entrepreneurs NYC, this is your place. If you are still finding your footing, this might not be the right fit for you yet. Find the right people to grow alongside, contribute, challenge yourself, and build lasting relationships.

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Member Overview

A snapshot of what's being built inside the Founders Club network.

$1B

Combined Revenue

$28M

Average Revenue

800+

Vetted Members

15+

Cities

The founders already inside.

A look at the operators building inside the NYC chapter right now.

Anne Mahlum

SolidCore

Anne’s session on leadership and self-mastery at Founders Forum became one of the most talked-about events of the year.

Her story of resilience continues to shape the Club’s culture of high performance with empathy.

Jake Karls

Midday Squares

Jake has taken the stage at our Annual Retreat and calls The Club “the only place where founders can speak without filters.”

His roundtable in Miami inspired dozens of members to take bold creative risks that transformed their brands.

Megan Klein

Little Saints

“Secured a $2.3M partnership from a dinner introduction.”

Through a single TFC dinner, Megan connected with a strategic investor who helped scale her beverage brand into national retail chains within six months.

Dom built relationships that led to the eight-figure sale of Mela, sparked by an introduction from a member inside the Club. Today, he continues to expand his network through the same high-caliber rooms that helped him win.

Dom Purpura

Founder, Mela

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Building in NYC is interesting, to say the least. The city moves on relationships. The line between performance and real work can get blurry. That is why we have built this exclusive Entrepreneur Mastermind New York community.

What makes a New York-specific founder community different?

We all know that New York is the highest-pressure operating environment in the country. We put you in the same room as people facing challenges similar to yours. You will experience sharper conversations, relevant advice, and long-lasting relationships.

What industries are most represented in the NYC chapter?

There is no definitive niche when it comes to industries, but tech, finance, real estate, media, e-commerce, and consumer brands definitely outnumber the rest. Every member is vetted, so the experience and ambition meter stays consistent.

Where do mastermind sessions take place?

Our team organizes in-person sessions across Manhattan and Brooklyn. We always offer virtual sessions for entrepreneurs with demanding travel schedules. Every single session is professionally facilitated and built around real decisions, challenges, and opportunities.

How are introductions made inside the community?

Introductions here are never random. Every connection is based on what you are currently building, your unique challenges, and the individuals who are best positioned to offer unique insight, support, and opportunities.

How much time can I expect to commit?

Founders mastermind NYC is designed for busy entrepreneurs. There is no overwhelm—only more focused participation. We encourage our members to be part of the conversations that are most relevant to them and their goals.

Are conversations within the community confidential?

Yes, absolutely! Trust is central. All members are expected to respect the privacy of every conversation. It is a safe space for founders where they can openly discuss sensitive decisions, challenges, and opportunities.

Does membership include access beyond the New York chapter?

Yes. You will gain access not only to the local New York chapter but also to the wider national network. It gives you the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals locally and across the globe.

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Apply To the New York Chapter

Spots inside Founders Club New York are limited by design. Every application is reviewed to protect the caliber of the room. The Founders Club is not for everyone. But for the right founder, it can change everything.