What Karma does

Karma International, LLC is an exclusive private membership organization founded in 2005 and headquartered at 115 Pine Avenue, Suite 200, Long Beach, California. The company curates a community of entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, and affluent individuals, providing access to experiential events, business networking gatherings, luxury travel, and philanthropy programming. Membership is by application and is structured around a multi-city chapter model, with active chapters in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Houston, Las Vegas, and Miami in the United States, plus an international chapter in Bucharest, Romania; additional US chapters in Scottsdale, Seattle, Washington D.C., Dallas, and Chicago are planned. Notable celebrity attendees and performers at Karma events have included Justin Bieber, Snoop Dogg, A$AP Rocky, Lil Wayne, Nick Jonas, Paris Hilton, and Travis Scott.

The core product is the Karma International Membership, delivered through a web-based private member portal at member.karmainternational.com that offers a Media Archive, Event Management, Member Networking, Karma Exchange, Luxe Services, and a Philanthropy Center. The underlying technology stack is a standard consumer-internet build: a public marketing website plus a gated member portal with email marketing and social media integrations (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Vimeo) — there is no public API, no application-layer product, and no proprietary AI/ML capability. The organization operates with 11 to 50 employees and is privately held, with no disclosed institutional funding beyond a single $4.1M round in October 2017.

Karma generates revenue through three streams: recurring membership subscription fees (a promotional offer was priced at $850 for a 3-month membership providing access to 80+ events valued at over $7,800), brand partnership and co-marketing revenue (with named partners including Maxim Magazine, Playboy, and dozens of undisclosed global brands), and event revenue from premium experiential events. The go-to-market motion is community-led and event-driven — new members are acquired via application, referrals, and word-of-mouth, then retained through chapter participation, destination travel, and high-profile entertainment. Leadership is concentrated in the founding executive team: Dylan Marer (CEO / Chairman), Eric Stotz (Founder), Marvin Epstein (EVP), Robert Golden (VP of Membership), and Gregory Marer (VP of Operations), supported by chapter presidents and named advisors.

Name

Karma

Legal name

Karma International, LLC

Website

https://karmainternational.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Karma International is an exclusive, application-based private membership organization founded in 2005, serving entrepreneurs, executives, and affluent professionals through experiential events, business networking, and philanthropy across a multi-city chapter network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Membership Club

NAICS

Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139), Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Memberships & Invitation-Only Experiences (HSACAMAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Incentive Travel Programs & Retreat Events (Offsites) (MPAGAHAH)

Keywords

• Private membership organization
• Experiential event services
• Business networking club
• Social club membership
• Luxury lifestyle events

Headquarters

HQ city

Long Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Karma generates revenue through paid membership subscriptions. A promotional offer mentioned $850 for a 3-month membership providing access to over 80 events valued at over $7,800.
2. Brand Partnerships: Karma partners with global and emerging brands for co-marketing opportunities at exclusive events, leveraging its network of high-net-worth members and celebrity attendance.
3. Event Revenue: Revenue generated from premium experiential events including themed parties, destination travel experiences, and exclusive social gatherings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Karma International operates an exclusive, application-based private membership organization for high-net-worth entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals. Members gain access to a private member portal, a multi-city chapter network, and a calendar of premium experiential events including themed parties, destination travel, business networking roundtables, and philanthropy gatherings. Revenue is generated primarily through membership subscriptions, supplemented by brand partnerships and event-related income.

Product overview

Karma International operates as an exclusive private membership organization offering a unified platform of social and professional networking services. The core offering is the Karma International Membership, which provides access to the private Karma Member Portal and coordinates activities through a network of local Chapters across major US cities and internationally. Members participate in Experiential Events including themed parties, destination travel, excursions, and annual summits featuring live entertainment. Business Networking Services including roundtables and mentorship programs support professional development. The Karma Member Lounge provides the digital hub for member communications and networking. All offerings are bundled within the single membership without separate product tiers or add-ons.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Karma International Membership Exclusive, application-based private membership that bundles access to the private member portal, a multi-city chapter network, premium experiential events, business networking roundtables, and philanthropy programming. Targeted at high-net-worth entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, and adventurers.
• Karma Member Portal Private online portal provided to Karma International members, offering Media Archive access, Event Management, Member Networking tools, the Karma Exchange, Luxe Services, and a Philanthropy Center. Bundled within the Karma International Membership.

Quantifiable outcome

• Access to over 80 exclusive events per quarter for members
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mondays DarkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKarma Las Vegas partners with Mondays Dark charity organization, which raises $10,000 within 90 minutes for 2 charities monthly. The partnership supports local Las Vegas charities and provides entertainment for Karma members.
• Cruise 4 KidsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKarma supports the Cruise 4 Kids nonprofit organization, which hosts the annual Teddy Ball event bringing together elite San Diegans to raise funds for children's charities.
• Maxim MagazinecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerKarma produces Maxim Magazine events, creating high-profile experiential marketing events that generate exclusive VIP access for Karma members and brand exposure.
• Child Legacy InternationalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKarma members, including Theresa Roemer, serve on the board of Child Legacy International, supporting programs for children in Malawi including solar/wind electricity and clean water filtration systems.
• American Heart AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKarma members support the American Heart Association's Circle of Red initiative, with members raising hundreds of thousands of dollars annually for cardiac research.
• PlayboyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKarma has produced Playboy Masquerade events, combining high-end entertainment with exclusive networking opportunities for members.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Soho House: Soho House operates a global chain of private members' clubs offering exclusive social, dining, and event experiences for creative professionals. It is the most direct comparable to Karma International's model of paid, application-based membership tied to curated events and celebrity-adjacent programming.
• The Core Club: The Core Club is a NYC-based private members club targeting accomplished entrepreneurs, executives, and cultural figures with curated social, intellectual, and wellness programming. Comparable to Karma in its application-based exclusivity and high-net-worth entrepreneur/executive member profile.
• NeueHouse: NeueHouse is a private membership workspace and cultural club for creative and professional communities. It shares Karma's application-based membership model, curated event programming, and focus on connecting accomplished professionals through shared experiences.
• Spring Place: Spring Place operates multi-city private membership clubs combining co-working, social, and event programming for entrepreneurs and executives. It overlaps with Karma on the high-net-worth professional membership target and curated event-driven engagement model.
• Quintessentially Lifestyle Concierge: Quintessentially is a global private members' concierge and lifestyle service providing exclusive event access, travel, and networking for high-net-worth individuals. Its membership-driven, experiential model and global footprint make it a strong functional comparable to Karma International.

Broad incumbents

• The Standard Hotels (The Standard Club): The Standard operates boutique hotels and member programming targeting cultural and creative elites, with event-driven hospitality experiences. It is comparable to Karma in vibe and member demographic but operates a much broader hospitality portfolio rather than a standalone private club.

Emerging players

• ASmallWorld: ASmallWorld is a private online community and members' club for affluent, well-traveled individuals offering exclusive events and travel experiences. It overlaps with Karma's HNW networking proposition but is more digitally native and less U.S.-centric.
• InviteOnly: InviteOnly is a private networking platform and event series for verified executives, investors, and operators. It is comparable to Karma in its curated, application-based membership for senior business leaders and event-driven engagement model.

Regional players

• The Arts Club London: The Arts Club is a long-established London-based private members club serving accomplished professionals across arts, business, and culture. Comparable to Karma in its exclusivity and curated event programming, but operates primarily in the U.K. rather than the U.S. market.

Others

• Exclusive Resorts: Exclusive Resorts is a private members' club offering curated luxury destination travel and villa experiences. While narrower (travel-focused) than Karma, it is comparable in its membership-based, high-net-worth experiential value proposition.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/KarmaIntl
• YouTubevimeo.com/user28366376
• Facebookfacebook.com/karmaintl
• Instagraminstagram.com/karmaintl
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-karma-foundation-llc.

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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