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MEMBERSHIP QUALIFICATION
HOW TO QUALIFY
1. Be the founder, co-founder, owner or controlling shareholder of a company
2. Hold one of the above titles for a company that grosses more than US$1 million annually
3. For venture-backed companies to qualify for membership they must have privately raised funds of US$2M or publicly raised funds of US$5M, and 10 full-time employees. Venture backed companies have three years before they must meet the standard qualification of US$1M in gross annual revenue.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Here is a brief look at the application process:
1. Application Review: Once received, your application will be reviewed by your local chapter to ensure that all criteria is met.
2. Chapter Communication: Upon receipt of your application, your local chapter will schedule an interview with you to further explore your interest in EO.
3. EONetwork: When your application is accepted, you will gain access to Forum, chapter and Global events, as well as a wide variety of other member benefits. Discover the benefits available to you.
4. Orientation and Training: Within the first three months of membership, you will partake in an EO orientation from a member of the EO staff. You will also go through Forum training and be placed in a Forum.
5. Member Dues: Member fees comprise both Global and chapter dues. Global dues are currently US$2400 (plus a one-time US$2500 initiation fee) and are prorated based on the fiscal month you join. Chapter dues differ depending on your chapter’s policies.
COSTS
Member fees comprise both Global and chapter dues. Global dues are currently US$2400 (plus a one-time US$2500 initiation fee) and are prorated based on the fiscal month you join. Chapter dues differ depending on your chapter’s policies.
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EO has gone far beyond transforming by business (from $350k as an accelerator to over a million in 2 years), it’s changed me as a person. The relationships and friendships I’ve gained are ones I’ll have for life. EO has taken me from a “please don’t talk to me introvert” to a leader in the chapter and a more confident person in my business.
EO is full of entrepreneurs who are passionate about their business and excited for growth! EO has so many fun social events, serious learning days and is not only focused on business growth but personal growth as well. EO challenges me and gives me the tools to become a better CEO, a better lawyer and a better spouse.
EO will change your business and your life. It is the business masters class every ivy league attempts to create but with a catch. It's real.
FAQS
WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS TO BECOMING A MEMBER?
Members of EO must be the owner, founder or majority stakeholder of a business earning a minimum of US$1 million in the most recent fiscal year. Venture-backed companies must have either privately-raised funds of at least US$2 million or publicly-raised funds of US$5 million, and a minimum of 10 employees.
HOW MANY MEMBER EVENTS ARE HELD EACH MONTH?
Entrepreneurs like you are hard at work in your local area, creating exciting chapter learning and social events, as well as special off-site activities, where you can hear and share big ideas, invest in the health of your community and become a better leader. The number of events a month vary by chapters, but most chapters range from 2-4 events per month.
WHAT'S THE AVERAGE AMOUNT OF TIME REQUIRED OF EACH MEMBER?
The more you participate, the more value you get! If you participate in Forum, your commitment is once-a-month for an in-person meeting.
ONCE A MEMBER, DO I HAVE TO REAPPLY EVERY YEAR?
Each year, your chapter will conduct an annual requalification. If you sell your business or dip below the requirements, we have options for you to continue in membership.
HOW CAN I FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION BEFORE APPLYING?
We encourage you to review all of the EO benefits and learn more about the EO experience.
HOW MUCH ARE ANNUAL DUES?
Member fees comprise both Global and chapter dues. Global dues are currently US$2400 (plus a one-time US$2500 initiation fee) and are prorated based on the fiscal month you join. Local dues vary by chapter, but range between $1800-$3500, inquire for details.
