Be part of GBO from anywhere in Spain.

Business club and professional networking in Spain

Trusted relationships for business owners across Spain.

GBO is a private business club for business owners, executives, entrepreneurs and founders. You can join from anywhere in Spain through GBO Link and explore our in-person gatherings in Madrid. In GBO Link, you can choose to create an account or log in.

Business Friendship

A business community that starts with people.

Business Friendship is GBO’s approach to professional relationships: getting to know each other, sharing context and building trust over time. A conversation can help you weigh up a decision, gain a different perspective or explore a collaboration.

Whether you run a business, lead a team or are building a startup, GBO offers a place to discuss challenges with others who also carry business responsibilities. The relationship continues within the community, beyond a single gathering.

Participants at a GBO community gathering

One community, different ways to take part

Connect, share perspectives and stay in touch.

Choose how to take part according to your professional needs. Check the terms of each membership, activity or programme before signing up.

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GBO Link

The community platform lets you create a profile, discover GBO and stay in touch between gatherings. It is the starting point for participation from across Spain.

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Gatherings in Madrid

The physical venue and in-person gatherings in Madrid offer a way to meet the community. Check each event listing for dates, format and attendance requirements.

Explore GBO Madrid (in Spanish)
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Thrive Clusters

Small, stable groups of business owners and CEOs who discuss challenges and work through decisions together. Contact the team about availability, format and programme terms.

Explore Thrive Clusters
GBO members sharing their professional experiences

Getting started

Discover the community from your city.

GBO welcomes and supports members from across Spain through GBO Link. Start by exploring the platform and deciding which way of taking part suits you.

  1. Create your account. In GBO Link, choose to create an account and introduce your professional activity.
  2. Explore the community. Browse the available ways to take part and upcoming gatherings.
  3. Choose your next step. Review the memberships or contact the team with your questions.

Prepare for your first conversation: what to bring, what to ask and how to follow up. Your first meeting guide

Start in GBO Link

Participation across Spain and a physical venue

Across Spain through GBO Link. A physical venue in Madrid.

GBO’s physical venue is at Calle Turia, 7, Madrid, Spain. Please contact the team in advance or register for the relevant gathering before visiting.

GBO plans to expand its local presence through City Partners. This expansion is in preparation: new cities, activities and terms will be announced once confirmed. In the meantime, you can take part from anywhere in Spain through GBO Link.

Contact GBO
A panel of professionals at a GBO gathering

Documented activity

Gatherings you can explore.

These public references describe specific GBO activities and the organisations involved.

SegoviUp · 21 May 2026

The Spanish government platform ONE lists the Provincial Council of Segovia, IE University and GBO as organisers of this edition in Segovia.

View the ONE listing (Spanish)

Gathering with the Spanish-Danish Chamber

In its report dated 23 January 2024, the Chamber describes an afterwork gathering with GBO at Café Comercial in Madrid, with introductions across both communities.

Read the Chamber’s report (Spanish)

Initiatives for startups

The GBO Startup Awards 2026 final took place at SegoviUp. Explore the competition archive and how it relates to ongoing participation in the club.

GBO for founders and startups

Frequently asked questions

Before you join the club.

Locations, member profiles and first steps for getting to know GBO in Spain.

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Can I join GBO if I do not live in Madrid?

Yes. GBO welcomes and supports members from anywhere in Spain through GBO Link. The physical venue is in Madrid; check the location and format of each activity before signing up.

Who is this business club for?

Business owners, executives, entrepreneurs and founders who want to build trusted professional relationships, discuss challenges and gain different business perspectives.

Can startup founders take part?

Yes. Startup founders can participate in GBO to expand their professional network, share challenges and explore collaborations. The focus is on trusted relationships and exchanging experience with people who carry business responsibilities.

What are City Partners?

City Partners is the planned route for expanding GBO’s local presence. The expansion is in preparation, and new cities will be announced once confirmed. You can already take part from across Spain through GBO Link.

How can I get to know GBO before choosing a membership?

Create a GBO Link account to discover the community and explore ways to take part. Available event listings explain their format and attendance requirements. You can also contact the team with your questions.

GBO Link

Prepare to take part

Plan your first steps and explore an illustrative GBO Link walkthrough before you sign in.

Your next professional connection

Get to know GBO wherever you are in Spain.

Create your profile, discover the community and choose how you want to take part.

Start in GBO Link