FAQ
United by a commitment to exchange ideas, forge lasting friendships, and foster a readiness to share, The Dealmakers encourages a willingness to learn and a commitment to attend regular gatherings without soliciting. This impactful network seeks to change society from the top down by creating meaningful connections and enabling collaboration
In a world often marked by division and conflict, The Dealmakers provides a vital platform for dialogue. Our mission is to promote economic diplomacy by focusing on business, trade, and investment, helping to achieve peace and prosperity across different cultures and regions.
The Dealmakers offers a unique, apolitical, and areligious network where like-minded professionals from around the globe can connect and collaborate. We provide opportunities for business growth, economic cooperation, and mutual support, transcending geographical and cultural barriers. Our members benefit from regular gatherings, building meaningful connections, and a supportive community that values respect, prosperity, and peace.
Our peer network is global, with a strong presence in the Middle East and around the world, and includes visionary business leaders and decision-makers from various fields. The Dealmakers membership is as diverse as it is expansive. From business leaders and entrepreneurs to policymakers and investors, qualified members hail from every corner of the globe, united by a commitment to exchange ideas and forge meaningful, lifelong friendships.
Membership is by invitation only.
To qualify, you need 2 recommendations from existing members. Among the individuals whom we count as our members are entrepreneurs, business leaders and corporate executives, as well as their heirs and other family members. Admission is solely at the board’s discretion.
Please note that a certain net worth does not automatically guarantee admittance. There are other important, less easily defined requirements that are qualitative in nature and are at the discretion of The Dealmakers. Most importantly is what can you add, and the humanitarian values you share.
This will be discussed as part of the joining process. Membership covers access to our regular gatherings, networking opportunities, and participation in our international events and special business delegations.
No, membership in The Dealmakers is individual and non-transferable. Members cannot send a proxy to attend events on their behalf if they are unavailable.
No, The Dealmakers is not a platform for finding investors. There is no pitching allowed. It is a network of like-minded individuals and organizations committed to doing business beyond borders, religions, and cultures, while building lasting friendships.
Our members meet at four major international gatherings each year, along with additional business delegations.
Our gatherings are typically held at central financial hubs to accommodate our geographically diverse membership. These venues provide a conducive environment for networking and collaboration.
You need to register for each event 6 weeks in advance to be admitted. The specific dates and details will be shared ahead of time via email.
Connecting with other members is primarily done through our regular gatherings, which members are fully committed to attend regularly. These events provide valuable opportunities for face-to-face networking. Additionally, our members-only database allows you to find and contact fellow members directly.
The Dealmakers ensures that all members and activities are treated with the utmost discretion. We prioritize our members’ privacy as all interactions and collaborations within the Circle remain confidential.
Yes, members are welcome to conduct business with one another. These relationships occur at the discretion of the members, and The Dealmakers does not act as an intermediary.