Become a Year Member of Friends in Business Algarve
A warm, international community for entrepreneurs who want more than just networking
Why join us?
Friends in Business Algarve is about real connection, shared growth, and feeling at home while building your business.
Our year membership is for entrepreneurs who want to belong to a supportive, inspiring community; not just attend a one-off event.
This membership is a great fit if you…
- Are an entrepreneur, freelancer, creative, or business owner
- Live in the Algarve or feel strongly connected to it
- Enjoy meaningful conversations over forced networking
- Want consistent connection, not random meetups
- Value an international, open-minded community
No awkward networking vibes… promise.
What does it mean to be a year member?
Becoming a year member means you’re part of our community for the full year.
You’re not just visiting, you belong.
As a member, you’re invited into an international circle of entrepreneurs who live and work in the Algarve and value connection, collaboration, and authenticity. Because business starts with people.
As a Year Member, You Receive:
- Access to all Friends in Business Algarve networking events
- Priority invitations to meetups and special gatherings
- Opportunities for visibility within the community
- A trusted space to share ideas, collaborations, and experiences
- Connection with entrepreneurs from many cultures and backgrounds
- Real connections. Inspiring conversations.
- Collaboration without competition.
How the Year Membership Works:
- Fill in the registration form below
- We personally review your application
- You receive a confirmation email with membership & payment details
- Welcome, you’re officially part of Friends in Business Algarve
We keep it personal, warm, and human; just like our community.
Year membership investment
A simple, transparent yearly fee for connection, community, and growth; all year long. No hidden costs. No pressure. Just belonging.
Individual membership
PER YEAR (excl. 23% IVA)
Best for solo entrepreneurs
Access to MeetUps
Access to our private online community
Member-only updates, early event access & special offers
Opportunity to (co)host + event promotion
Member discount at special events
Your logo in our online Member Directory
Plus: Want extra visibility? Feature your business with a dedicated article + logo highlight on our website for €25.
Company membership
PER YEAR (excl. 23% IVA)
For teams up to 2 people + extra visibility
Everything in Individual, plus:
Access to regular MeetUps: up to 2 team members
Discount for special events for 2 extra members
Spotlight on socials/newsletter (2x/year + branding)
Featured on socials 4x/year
Opportunity to promote your business on our website
Member directory with business listing
Opportunity to (co)host event + event and brand promotion
Perfect for small teams/partnerships
Partner/sponsor membership
PER YEAR (excl. 23% IVA)
For business who want to shine as a visible supporter of the community
Everything in Company, plus:
Logo and link on the website
1 free guest ticket for the meetups
Shout-out during a networking gathering
Exclusive sponsor highlight at events
Priority branding placement in venue visuals / newletters.
Member directory; premium placement + link
Register here for a year membership
This registration form is for entrepreneurs who want to become a year member of Friends in Business Algarve.
Not ready to commit yet?
Not sure yet if this membership is right for you?
That’s completely okay.
Feel free to reach out; we’re happy to answer your questions personally.
📧 sandra@friendsinbusinessalgarve.com
📞 +351 913 056 564
You’re always welcome here.
Guest tickets: € 10,25 per MeetUp (incl. welcome drink+snack)
Experience the atmosphere, connect with inspiring entrepreneurs and see if Friends in Business Algarve feels like your community.
Your are warmly invited to join up to two MeetUps as a guest before becoming a member.
f.a.q.
You have questions,
we have answers!
Events are moments.
Membership is connection over time.
As a year member, you’re part of the community year-round; not just during events. You build relationships, visibility, and trust naturally.
Not at all.
Your membership gives you access and belonging, not obligations.
Join when it feels right for you.
Yes.
Some events are open to guests and non-members.
However, year members receive priority access, special invitations, and full community benefits.
Yes, of course. Friends in Business Algarve is an international community.
We welcome entrepreneurs from all nationalities, cultures, and backgrounds.
English is our main language; and everyone is welcome.
Yes. We welcome a diverse mix: service providers, creatives, hospitality, wellness, tech, real estate, and more.
Regular monthly meetups plus special co-hosted events and member-only masterminds.
Yes. Members receive features, spotlights, and social mentions.
Members get priority speaking slots; pitch your topic and we’ll guide you.
All members can host an event (meetup, lunch/diner etc.)
Absolutely.
You don’t need to “be successful yet” to belong here.
Many members are:
– Starting out
– Growing
– Pivoting
– Building something new
We grow together.
We personally review every registration to keep the community aligned and welcoming.
If we feel it’s not the right fit (or not the right moment), we’ll always communicate openly and kindly.
The membership runs for one full year from the moment you join.
We’d love to hear from you.
📧 sandra@friendsinbusinessalgarve.com
📞 +351 913 056 564
No pressure. Just a conversation.