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Base is bringing together the leaders, scholars, and artists of your city to spark connection, and new learnings.

It's the best way to find intellectual discussion with professionals in your city.

About
1

Join

It starts with an application,
so we can learn who you are and
what you're seeking.

2

Discover

Each week you will be selected for curated experiences with other members across your city.

3

Connect

Build true connection by going deeper in conversation, learning from professionals all types.

Who, What, Where

Base Match


Base connects you to the experiences and people that will enrich you most . Each Base experience improves from your feedback on guests, topics, and questions.

Base Match
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Live in Chicago, Austin, Miami, DC, Denver, Phoenix, and Charlotte.
20 New Cities Launching in 2025.

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Members

Archetypes

Artist

You create art, or have taken a radical new approach to a traditional job.

Healer

You are dedicated to the well-being of others.

Sage

You are revered for your experience, insight, and mentorship.

Alchemist

You connect ideas, people, or opportunities into something new and valuable.

Explorer

You are driven by a desire to discover, learn, and experience new things.

Leader

You are an entrepreneur, leader of a large team, or manage a portfolio.

Scholar

You are passionate and possess deep expertise in a particular subject.

Frequently asked Questions

What Makes Base Special?

Base makes it easy to meet incredible people in your city.

Too many social experiences are built on a transactional framework. Base is designed to bring you to a more intellectual and open place, where real connection can form.

Base does not have a 'clubhouse' like other social clubs but rather uses the city as it's meeting place. Every Base city is full of unique venues and experiences that keep your membership fresh.

We all grow best when we are surrounded by a tribe of smart people with big goals. Base looks to connect you to the leaders and dreamers beyond your traditional professional mix.

Who is Base For?

Base is for those with a growth mindset who want to push themselves beyond everyday small talk. We connect professionals, leaders, and artists of all types together.

While catching up with friends can be fun, it’s often easy and repetitive. We tend to stick to the same topics with the same people, and this can go on for years. Base changes that by matching you with people who will bring something new to you. People who will force you to grow, and learn, and change.

By learning about you—your temperament, style, and proclivities—we match you with other members who are likely to complement you—and more importantly, likely to expand your horizons.

Imagine a dinner with people from different ages, backgrounds, and professions: a painter, a professor, and a politician.

Where might that conversation lead?

Whats included in base membership?

The Base membership investment is $100 per month, and can be billed on a monthly, quarterly, or yearly basis. You receive access to all Base programming: Lunch & Dinner Circles, Explore Events, and special community gatherings.

Depending on which billing cycle you choose, you will be offered unique ways to connect with other members of the community.

Base+ is our membership perks program, giving all members, regardless of tier, access to exclusive deals found nowhere else. From discounted luxury gym memberships to airport lounge access, yacht charters, caviar tastings, and everything in between, Base+ ensures a variety of perks for every member.

Is it true that base is limiting membership?

Yes, we only have a handful of membership spots open at any given time.

Here’s why: at Base, we interview each and every member who applies. It doesn’t matter if you’re a CEO or a street sweeper; everyone, regardless of status, achievement, or income, is treated the same. In addition to our interview process, we constrain our membership size in each city.

This way, we are able to generate higher-quality matches and connections for all of our members.

What is A Base Circle?

Every day, members are being matched to fascinating conversations in their city.

You will find topics that matter to you. Whether you are an expert on the subject or curious to learn from those who are.

From history to AI. From the psychology of money to parenting. New Base Circles are constantly being created by our members to help them explore the world through the power of conversation.

What is Base Explore?

Base Explore are our events that get you out into your city. Explore a museum, a farm or a factory with leaders in your city. Explore is all about learning something new and finding a little fun.