We've tried to simplify our partnership level entry criteria
- Fees are based on review of applicants number of employees, turnover, balance sheet value and ultimate ownership structure
- You don't choose your partnership level, your current business status dictates your entry level and will be verified using information available in the public domain. Start-ups and new businesses will be dated from first company registration date. UTR number certificates for sole traders & legal partnerships may be required.
- JOINING FEES are usually 10% of the first years membership fee. These are our usual one-off on-boarding admin fees covering initial due diligence etc. However...UNTIL 30th NOVEMBER 2026 THERE ARE NO JOINING FEES.
- CONNECT EAST is a FREE online-only, community connection subscription where partners can connect and communicate direct. Initially, this will be through a private LINKEDIN PAGE
- HALF PRICE MEMBERSHIP FEES until 30th November 2026
- PATRON, AMBASSADOR AND GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP subscriptions are available to more mature Partners prepared to INVEST AND WORK CLOSER with us to determine Business East's strategy, shape and influence local and regional impact as a more substantive business and help showcase and support our international ambitions.
- All fees subject to VAT & card processing fees where applicable.
- Final invoices will reflect any discounts applicable.
- FREE EXTENDED FOUNDER MEMBERSHIP: Memberships usually run from 1st January for one calendar year. Join before 30th November 2026 and don't renew again until 1st January 2028!
- Renewals will be sent in November & become fully paid-up before 31st December to avoid re-joining fee.
Whatever the level you join us, we will to work with you make Business East THE place to do business, for your business, and of course, on the RIGHT side of London.
