SMBF Membership

Memberships
Built For Your Journey.

Every stage has a membership built for it: Early Stage for founders, Business for companies ready to scale, Executive for leaders driving global growth. Each tier unlocks events, introductions and access to SMBF Connect.

Whichever tier you join, you’re joining a community of Muslim entrepreneurs and business leaders working toward one goal: real support, not going it alone.

Build Develop strong foundations.

Connect Build valuable relationships.

Grow Access opportunities and support.

Lead Expand your influence and network.

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Which Membership Is Right For You?

Find The Membership That Fits You.

01BUILD

Early Stage membership in detail

£10/month

Starting out, or building your foundations?

Build strong foundations with the support, knowledge and connections to move forward.

Onboarding call
7-week Muslim Business Launchpad
Weekly Early Stage Members Forum
Monthly Early Stage Meet-ups
Early Stage networking & community
Connect App messaging with Early Stage members

Not included

No discount on general networking events
Consultancy and facilitated introductions
Muslim Invest
International trade programmes and tours

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Founders in conversation at a co-working table

02GROW

Business membership in detail

£30/month

Ready to grow your business?

Access valuable relationships, practical support and opportunities designed to help your business grow.

Onboarding call & weekly Business Members Forum
High-value Business networking events
50% off one eligible SMBF event per month
Quarterly facilitated B2B matchmaking
Muslim Invest access
Consultancy, Istiana Board & Connect App access

Not included

International trade programmes and tours
Quarterly matchmaking is not the same as an active facilitated introduction
Event discount does not apply outside your registered country

Learn More Join Business

Business owners meeting in a modern office lounge

03LEAD

Executive membership in detail

£90/month

Leading at the highest level?

Build high-level relationships and access investment, partnerships and international opportunities.

Onboarding call & weekly Executive Members Forum
Exclusive Executive events
Monthly high-level facilitated introductions
Angel investor eligibility through Muslim Invest
International trade programmes & delegations
Partnership pathway, strategic consultancy & Istiana Board

Not included

Membership does not include delegations, tours or consultancy - these are priced separately and require qualification
Introductions are never guaranteed

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Two senior business leaders at an SMBF executive event

Rolling monthly subscriptions with thirty days notice to cancel. Payments are non-refundable once a billing period begins.
Membership creates access and eligibility. It does not guarantee introductions, investment, acceptance onto a programme or any commercial outcome.
No VAT is currently added to listed prices.

More Than A Membership

One Membership. A Wider Business Ecosystem.

SMBF membership connects you to more than a network. It opens access to relationships, events, knowledge and opportunities designed to help you move your business forward.

Connect

Build meaningful relationships with businesses and professionals across the SMBF network.

Business Opportunities

Discover relevant connections, collaborations and commercial opportunities through the network.

Events

Meet, learn and connect through SMBF’s programme of business events and networking opportunities.

Mentoring

Gain access to experienced founders, professionals and business leaders who can support your journey.

Trade

Explore international markets and SMBF trade programmes where eligible.

Investment

Access SMBF’s Shariah-compliant investment ecosystem and relevant opportunities where eligible.

Membership FAQs

Questions About Membership?

We have answered some of the most common questions about SMBF membership to help you understand the benefits, access and what to expect.

Who can join SMBF?

Membership is open to Muslim entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals and students. There are tiers designed for each stage, from those with an early business idea through to established businesses expanding into international markets.

What are the membership options?

Membership tiers are shown on the membership section of this site, each with its own monthly price and benefits. All tiers include access to Connect by SMBF, our online B2B platform, with event discounts, mentorship and investment access increasing at each level.

Is Explorer a membership?

No. Explorer is a free profile on Connect by SMBF. It lets you create a trusted profile, discover the network and book eligible physical networking events at the non-member price. It carries no member benefits, and online networking and members forums are members only.

I am 23 or under - is membership cheaper?

Yes. Early Stage is normally £10 a month, and approved applicants aged 23 and under can apply for a £2 a month rate using government-issued photo ID. An administrator reviews it; the discount is not applied until approved. The plan moves to £10 from the first day of the month after your 24th birthday.

Is Early Stage only for young founders?

No. Early Stage is open to any genuinely early-stage business regardless of the founder's age. Age only affects whether you can apply for the discounted rate.

Can I cancel?

Yes. Memberships are rolling monthly subscriptions with thirty days notice to cancel. Payments are non-refundable once a billing period has begun. Upgrades are charged pro rata; downgrades need no approval.

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