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LC Leaders Club · by invitation only

The elite leaders of e‑commerce, united.

A closed-circle, complimentary community that brings together the decision-makers of the e-commerce ecosystem who have passed a clear revenue threshold.

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Membership is granted only through official invitation and referral.

Membership criteria

Who can join? Three leader profiles.

  1. 01

    $5M+

    Annual e-commerce revenue

    Entrepreneur / Business owner

    Company owners with annual e-commerce revenue of $5 million and above. Leaders who shape the ecosystem and have built their own brand.

  2. 02

    $25M+

    Company revenue

    Professional Executive

    Decision-makers at GM, E-Commerce, Logistics, Marketplace or Marketing Director, or CDO level at prestigious brands.

  3. 03

    400%+

    Annual growth

    Rising Star

    High-potential entrepreneurs with 400%+ annual growth, bringing fresh energy and innovation to the e-commerce ecosystem.

Privileges

A year inside the club.

Every privilege is part of membership. Membership itself is complimentary.

  1. 3×

    3× a year

    Mega event VIP experience

    Antalya, Dubai and Istanbul, with flights, accommodation and transfers included, with 8 strategic B2B matchups.

  2. 12×

    Monthly

    Strategic roundtable

    Closed online sessions with leaders from the Balkans, MENA and CIS regions, sharing market intelligence.

  3. 6×

    Every 2 months

    Mastermind

    Solution-focused sessions where one member's bottleneck is tackled by 8 to 10 leaders with advisory-board rigour.

  4. 4×

    Quarterly

    Elite executive dinner

    Members-only, agenda-free, trust-based networking at the highest level.

  5. 1:1

    On request

    Thought leadership

    Podcasts, webinars and WORLDEF Magazine features that position you as a global voice.

The LC difference

Why Leaders Club? Six principles.

Principle 01 / 06

Zero harassment

Governed by a strict “zero unsolicited messages” and “zero harassment” policy.

  • No commercial solicitation in member WhatsApp groups
  • Violations end membership immediately
  • A trust-based communication environment
Tolerance
0
Enforcement
Instant

Our network

Member companies & leaders.

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Governance

Two-tier oversight.

Standards are set once, globally, and applied locally by people who know each market.

Headquarters · Dubai

Global Advisory Council

The highest decision-making body. It defines the core constitution and keeps standards unified worldwide.

  • Ensures standards unity
  • Manages media partnerships
  • Oversees ethical guidelines

Per country

Local Advisory Boards

Independent boards with deep expertise in their own market dynamics.

  • Verify revenue declarations
  • Uphold merit-based standards
  • Made up of impartial leaders

Membership journey

Join in four steps.

  1. Candidacy

    Fill out the form. It is not an application. It is the start of a mutual evaluation.

  2. Board review

    The local advisory board verifies your revenue declaration with field-level knowledge.

  3. Official invitation

    Once your criteria are approved, you receive an official invitation letter.

  4. Member

    Full access to every privilege and to strategic collaboration begins.

FAQ

Questions, answered.

Anything else? Write to [email protected].

GovernanceWhat's the difference between the Global Council and the Local Boards?

The Global Advisory Council sets the overall rules and the core constitution. Local Advisory Boards manage local implementation and oversee membership quality.

GovernanceWho selects the board members?

Board members are appointed by WORLDEF headquarters, considering industry seniority, impartiality and the standing of the companies they represent.

MembershipHow long does membership last?

Membership renews free of charge every year as long as the criteria are met. The Local Advisory Board reviews the member list annually.

MembershipDoes my membership continue if I change positions?

No. This is a corporate membership: when a professional executive leaves their position, membership is suspended the same day. If the new role meets the criteria, the process starts again.

GovernanceHow is my revenue declaration verified?

Leaders Club works on a declaration basis. Local advisory boards check that the declared figures are consistent with the industry and with the company's commercial reputation.

MembershipWho qualifies for the Rising Star category?

High-potential entrepreneurs with 400%+ annual growth who bring fresh innovation to the e-commerce ecosystem.

EventsIs free attendance at every event guaranteed?

No. Complimentary packages are offered by invitation only. Attendance is confirmed through an official invitation for each event.

EventsCan I choose which 8 companies I meet?

Yes. The matching only pairs you with solution providers you have approved.

MembershipWill I face sales pitches on WhatsApp?

No. Unsolicited sales pressure is strictly prohibited and results in immediate termination of membership.

EventsWhat's included in the accommodation package?

A complete hospitality package: flights, hotel accommodation and airport transfers.

Candidacy

Ready for a seat at the table?

Leaders Club is the meeting point for leaders who speak through their numbers. Submit your candidacy; the local advisory board reviews every one.

Company addresses only. Personal email providers are not accepted.

Which profile fits you?

Membership works on a declaration basis. The local advisory board verifies it.

This is not an application. It is the start of a mutual evaluation. Membership is complimentary and by official invitation only.

Your place card

Every member's seat at the Elite Executive Dinner carries a card like this one.