What Business Chicks does

Business Chicks is a Sydney-headquartered membership-based community and events platform founded in 2005, serving professional women and the brands seeking to reach them. The company operates a portfolio of interconnected offerings built around its 500,000+ member community: an annual subscription membership ($17/month or $199/year) granting access to weekly virtual meetups, an on-demand library of 100+ masterclass videos, the Latte digital magazine (with a glossy print edition for Premium members), and discounted tickets to events. Its core technology stack is light — a Squarespace-hosted website, member login portal, and video library — reflecting a community and live-events operating model rather than a software product.

Revenue is generated through four streams: individual membership subscriptions, event ticket and table sales (including scaled International Women's Day events across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Adelaide, plus the annual Movers + Breakers conference held at international destinations such as Bali and previously Necker Island), corporate bulk memberships for teams of 10+, and brand partnerships/sponsorships with enterprise clients such as Commonwealth Bank, NAB, Elizabeth Arden, Invisalign, and Forever New. The company is founder-led by Emma Isaacs, who acquired the business at age 18 and has served as CEO for 17 years, growing the community from 500 to over 500,000 members globally. Business Chicks is registered as Business Chicks Australia Pty Ltd, is privately held with no disclosed institutional investment, and has helped raise over $13 million for charitable causes including The Hunger Project.

Name

Business Chicks

Legal name

Business Chicks Australia Pty Ltd

Website

https://businesschicks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Business Chicks is a Sydney-based membership community and events platform founded in 2005, serving over 500,000 professional women globally through subscriptions, masterclasses, the Latte magazine, and signature conferences like International Women's Day events and Movers + Breakers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Networking & Community Events

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Subscription Fan Membership Platforms (Paid Communities) (MPACAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Women’s Interest & Parenting Magazines (MPAJAEAB), Premium/Upmarket Membership Clubs (CRAEADAG)

Keywords

• Business networking events
• Women professional community
• Membership subscriptions
• Professional development programs
• Brand sponsorship programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Sydney

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Annual and monthly membership fees providing access to masterclasses, events, networking, and the Latte digital magazine. Premium members receive a glossy print magazine. Membership pricing is $199/year or $17/month.
2. Event Tickets and Tables: Revenue from ticket sales and table bookings for in-person and virtual events including masterclasses, International Women's Day celebrations, and the Movers + Breakers conference. Members receive discounts on all event tickets. Ticket prices vary by event, with IWD events ranging from $189-$500+gst for general and VIP admission.
3. Brand Partnerships and Sponsorship: Partnership campaigns and brand collaborations with companies seeking to reach Business Chicks' audience of women in business. Includes event sponsorship, digital advertising, magazine advertising, content creation, and tailored packages. The partner page states 'one community, countless opportunities for your brand.'
4. Corporate Memberships: Bulk membership purchases for corporate teams of 10 or more employees. Includes access to masterclasses, discounted event tickets, online networking, Latte magazine subscription, and immersive programs. Companies can also book tables for teams at in-person events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Business Chicks sells subscription-based membership access to a community of women in business, including weekly virtual masterclasses, an on-demand library of 100+ masterclass videos, member-only events and meetups, the Latte digital magazine, and discounts on signature in-person events such as International Women's Day celebrations and the Movers + Breakers annual conference. Premium tiers add a glossy print Latte magazine, while the company also sells event tickets, corporate bulk memberships, and brand partnership/sponsorship packages separately.

Product overview

Business Chicks is a membership-based community platform for women in business, offering a subscription membership ($17/month or $199/year) as its core product. The platform provides a portfolio of interconnected offerings including member-only events and experiences (International Women's Day events, Movers + Breakers annual conferences), weekly online meetups, an on-demand masterclass library with 100+ videos, and Latte magazine (digital for all members, print for Premium). Corporate bulk memberships are available for teams. The services are delivered through their website platform with third-party payment processing for purchases.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Latte: Digital magazine published by Business Chicks, also available as a glossy print magazine for Premium members.
• Movers + Breakers
• Masterclass Online
• Emma Isaacs

Products and services

• Business Chicks Membership Subscription membership for individuals priced at $17/month or $199/year, granting access to exclusive member-only events and experiences, weekly online member meetups, fortnightly virtual masterclasses, a 100+ on-demand masterclass video library (valued at over $2,500), discounts on all event tickets with first access, the Latte digital magazine, and access to job posting opportunities.
• International Women's Day Events In-person flagship events celebrating International Women's Day, held in major Australian cities with ticket tiers including General Admission ($189–$259+gst depending on city and member status), VIP ($500+gst), Table of 10 General, and Gold Table of 10 packages for group bookings.
• Movers + Breakers Conference Multi-day annual conference held at international destinations (e.g., Bali 2025), featuring speakers, workshops, networking experiences, and bundled deluxe accommodation packages inclusive of conference tickets, accommodation, breakfast, evening events, beverages, airport transfers, and special touches.
• Masterclass Library On-demand and live virtual masterclass programming featuring 100+ recorded videos plus weekly live sessions on topics including leadership, money, mindfulness, confidence, business, marketing, and personal development, available exclusively to Business Chicks members.
• Latte Magazine Magazine publication featuring stories about women in business, distributed digitally to all members and as a glossy print edition exclusively for Premium members.
• Corporate Memberships Bulk membership packages for corporate teams of 10 or more employees, including access to masterclasses, discounted event tickets, online networking, Latte magazine subscription, immersive programs, and exclusive experiences for employee development and engagement.
• Online Member Meetups Free weekly virtual meetups exclusively for Business Chicks members to build networks, share experiences, and connect with other women in business in a facilitated online setting.
• Knowledge & Study Tours International immersive study tours visiting business hubs such as Los Angeles and New York, combining educational programming, networking, and cultural experiences for Business Chicks members and corporate clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• Community grown from 500 to 500,000+ members over 17 years
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Elizabeth ArdencoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPromoted 'March On' campaign at International Women's Day events around Australia. Combined social, digital content, event sponsorship, and on-site activation to drive awareness for the campaign and get products in the hands of thousands of women.
• InvisaligncoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBrought 'Made to Move' campaign to life through bespoke event series in Sydney and Melbourne, attended by hundreds of women. Supported by video, written content, on-site activation, competition, and ambassadorship with Global CEO Emma Isaacs.
• Forever NewcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNational event sponsor for tour with Hollywood A-Lister Kate Hudson. Partnership encompassed event sponsorship, prominent stage logo presence, social media, in-store integration, competitions, and sponsored clothing opportunities.
• Commonwealth BankcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership through Women's 'Women in Focus' program providing differentiated model for engaging clients and developing better understanding of their businesses. Relationship built on trust, transparency, and shared values with shared vision for objectives.
• NAB (National Australia Bank)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerProud sponsor of masterclasses including 'Accessing capital: pathways to fund and grow your business' and 'Clicks to Customers: Master your digital marketing for growth.' Also sponsor of Small Business Networking Dinner featuring NAB's Head of Economics Australia.
• The Hunger ProjectcoreOthersMajor charity partner of Business Chicks. The company has helped raise over $13 million for various charities, with The Hunger Project as the primary beneficiary. Not-for-profits are promoted at events and through different campaigns.
• Jacinda ArderncoreOthersThe Rt. Hon. Dame Jacinda Ardern is a featured speaker at Business Chicks International Women's Day 2026 events across multiple Australian cities (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide).
• XerominorGTM or Marketing PartnerMultiple masterclasses presented in partnership with Xero accounting platform, including content on brand storytelling and supporting team mental wellbeing.
• Queensland Fertility GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for masterclass content on fertility education for women, empowering them to make decisions about their reproductive future.
• Melbourne IVFminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for masterclass content on fertility education, empowering women to make informed decisions about their reproductive health.
• IVF AustraliaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for masterclass content on fertility education, providing information to help women understand their reproductive options.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• LinkedIn: Largest professional networking platform with significant female user base and LinkedIn Learning content. Comparable as alternative venue for professional networking and career content, though broader and non-specialized.

Direct peers

• Ellevate Network: Global professional women's network combining online community, local meetups, and mentoring circles. Comparable in community-plus-events model targeting women in business.
• AllBright: Members' club for professional women with physical locations in London and other cities, plus events, mentorship, and content. Comparable in membership-club structure, female professional audience, and event-driven programming.
• Dreamers & Doers: Private membership community for high-achieving women entrepreneurs with curated connections, events, and resources. Comparable in invite-style premium community model.
• Mogul: Career development platform for women with content, community, and employer partnerships. Comparable in women-professional audience and education-plus-community positioning.
• Chief: Private membership network for C-suite and senior executive women, offering peer groups, events, and content. Closely comparable to Business Chicks in paid-community model and women-in-business target audience, though Chief skews more senior and US-focused.
• The Athena Network: Networking organization for professional women running in-person and virtual events across multiple cities. Comparable in event-led community model targeting women in business.
• Ladies Get Paid: Community platform for women focused on salary transparency, career advancement, and financial education. Comparable in mission and community-event hybrid model targeting women professionals.
• HeyMama: Membership community for working mothers offering networking, events, and content. Comparable in subscription-membership model with women-professional audience, though narrower focus on working moms.

Others

• Female Founders Fund: VC fund and ecosystem focused on women-led businesses, including community programming and content. Comparable thematically through women-in-business ecosystem focus, though structurally different as an investor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/businesschicks

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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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