Rbclub

What Rbclub does

Russian Business Club (Rbclub), founded in 2016 in Madrid, Spain, is a private membership association that positions itself as the first community of Russian-speaking entrepreneurs and professionals in Spain. The organization operates a multi-tiered membership model (Individual €500/year, Non-resident €250/year, Corporate €3,000/year, VIP €15,000/year) and serves primarily affluent Russian-speaking businesspeople and families who have relocated, or are relocating, to Spain, as well as a secondary segment of luxury and premium-service brands seeking access to that audience.

The core product mix bundles three revenue streams. First, recurring membership fees that grant access to networking events, expert consultations, relocation services (housing, schools, legal/tax, residency), mentorship, and a private community chat. Second, curated expert-led cultural travel programs sold both as standalone packages (€1,050–€5,500 per person) and bundled with membership — flagship programs include Balearic Islands with fashion historian Alexandre Vassiliev, Norway with musicologist Mikhail Kazinik, and Ruhr Triennale with theater critic Roman Dolzhanskiy. Third, three-tiered corporate sponsorship packages (Silver from €1,000, Gold €10,000, Platinum €20,000) that sell brand visibility to luxury, fashion, gastronomy, and art brands targeting Russian-speaking affluent consumers across Spain, Germany, and France. Ancillary services include PR/brand promotion, business support (company registration, market research, partner search), training, and charitable projects.

The business is operationally a curated-events and access-rights business rather than a technology business: there is no proprietary platform, and the technology stack consists of a website (rbclub.org), a members-only login area, and standard social media channels (LinkedIn, Telegram, Instagram, Facebook) reaching approximately 1,500 Russian-speaking subscribers in Spain. The headcount is 1–10, with activities conducted across Madrid (HQ), Barcelona, Valencia, and Malaga, and with travel programming extending to Paris, Norway, and Germany. Rbclub monetizes trust, access, and curation within a diaspora community and competes primarily on first-mover brand recognition, expert relationships, and reciprocal access to closed Spanish business clubs.

Name

Rbclub

Legal name

Russian Business Club

Website

https://rbclub.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Russian Business Club (Rbclub) is a Madrid-based private association, founded in 2016, serving affluent Russian-speaking entrepreneurs, professionals, and relocating families in Spain through tiered memberships, curated expert-led cultural travel, and corporate sponsorship packages for luxury brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Networking and Business Club Services

NAICS

Business Associations (81391), Professional Organizations (813920), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Travel & Services Membership Clubs (Ancillary Services-Led) (CRAEADAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Specialty Membership Clubs (Category-Focused) (CRAEADAI)

Keywords

• Business networking club
• Membership association
• Cultural travel programs
• Relocation services
• Event sponsorship

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Recurring membership fees across four tiers (Individual, Non-resident, Corporate, VIP) ranging from €250 to €15,000 annually, providing access to networking events, expert consultations, relocation services, and cultural programming.
2. Cultural & Travel Experiences: Curated group travel programs with celebrity experts (Alexandre Vassiliev, Mikhail Kazinik, Roman Dolzhanskiy) offered as standalone paid packages. Pricing varies by destination and duration, e.g., €5,500 for Balearic Islands (8 nights) or à la carte booking for individual legs.
3. Sponsorship Packages: Three-tiered corporate sponsorship (Silver, Gold at €10,000, Platinum at €20,000) offering brand visibility through exclusive events, social media targeting, database distribution, professional photography/video, and exclusive networking access with Russian-speaking affluent audiences in Europe.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Russian Business Club (Rbclub) is a private membership-based networking community for Russian-speaking entrepreneurs and professionals in Spain, founded in 2016 in Madrid. The organization sells annual memberships across four tiers (Individual €500, Non-Resident €250, Corporate €3,000, VIP €15,000) that provide access to networking events, expert-led cultural programming, business consultations, relocation services, and closed Spanish business club invitations. Beyond memberships, it sells curated expert-led cultural travel packages (€1,050 to €5,500+) to destinations such as Paris, Norway, Balearic Islands, and Andalusia, and three-tiered event sponsorship packages (Silver, Gold €10,000, Platinum €20,000) for luxury brands seeking visibility among affluent Russian-speaking audiences in Europe.

Product overview

Russian Business Club (Rbclub) is the first Russian-speaking professionals' association in Spain, established in 2016, facilitating social integration through culture and business. The organization operates as a multi-tiered membership club offering Individual, Non-Resident, Corporate, and VIP membership levels. Core services include cultural and luxury travel programs led by celebrity experts (such as historian of fashion Alexander Vasiliev, art historian Mikhail Kazinik, and theater critic Roman Dolzhanskiy), business support services (market research, company registration, certification, legal/tax support), quality networking (business breakfasts, meetings with executives and politicians, access to closed Spanish business clubs), PR and brand promotion services, event organization, and relocation assistance. The organization also offers sponsorship packages at Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers for brands seeking visibility among the Russian-speaking business community in Europe.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Individual Membership (Miembro Individual) Annual personal membership tier at €500/year providing consultation on relocation, business setup, children's education, real estate, insurance, healthcare; includes event invitations, closed community chat, children's club, Spanish corporate office visits, monthly business and cultural digest, job database access, personalized event announcements, investment consultation, cultural lectures, access to closed Spanish business club events, mentor matching, concierge services, VIP lounge invitations, and business trip organization. Targeted at individual Russian-speaking professionals in Spain.
• Non-Resident Membership Annual membership tier at €250/year for non-residents offering the same benefits as the Individual tier but tailored for members not residing in Spain, including networking opportunities, business events access, and consultation services for those considering relocation or business expansion to Spain.
• Corporate Membership Annual corporate membership tier at €3,000/year providing comprehensive business support, recruitment assistance, remote team building, partner and client meeting organization, office and real estate sourcing, legal/tax advisory, and access to the Spanish corporate community. Targeted at companies with Russian-speaking leadership operating in or expanding to Spain.
• VIP Membership Premium annual membership tier at €15,000/year offering all Individual tier services plus free mentor matching, office and real estate selection, legal and tax support, dedicated personal assistant in Spain, concierge services, and VIP lounge access to concerts and sporting events. Includes all services marked with asterisk in lower tiers free of additional charge. Targeted at high-net-worth individual members.
• Cultural Travel Programs (Путешествия со звездой) Standalone paid cultural travel experiences led by celebrity experts (historians, art critics, musicians, fashion historians) including visits to museums, theaters, exclusive locations, and fine dining. Programs include Balearic Islands (€5,500/8 nights, Mallorca-Menorca-Ibiza), Menorca Extension (€1,800), Ibiza Extension (€1,050), Norway (Oslo-Bergen), Andalusia, Paris, Japan, and Sri Lanka.
• Business Support Services Comprehensive business support services including market research, company registration in Spain, product certification, client/partner/distributor search, business travel organization, staff recruitment, logistics, customs, legal and tax support, and investor search. Targeted at Russian-speaking companies entering or expanding in the Spanish market.
• Training and Experience Exchange Educational and training programs including Spanish language courses, university and MBA program selection, meetings with Spanish city and regional heads, professional development in municipal management, tourism and hospitality, winemaking, family business, and sports marketing. Targeted at Russian-speaking professionals seeking integration and skill development in Spain.
• Event Sponsorship Packages Three-tiered corporate sponsorship offerings (Silver from €1,000, Gold at €10,000, Platinum at €20,000) for brands seeking visibility among affluent Russian-speaking audiences in Europe. Includes brand representative speaking slots, social media advertising in Russian/Spanish/English, database distribution, professional photos/videos with sponsor products, YouTube publication, photocalls, video with speaker and sponsor, and cocktail networking with 3-5 sponsor guests. Targeted at luxury, fashion, gastronomy, art, and entrepreneurship brands.
• PR and Brand Promotion Personal and corporate brand promotion services in Spain through Spanish PR agencies and bloggers, advertising at specialized events, and integration into the Russian-speaking business community. Targeted at individuals and brands seeking visibility in the Russian-speaking market in Spain.
• Relocation Services Relocation assistance services including business migration, social adaptation for families, HR services, and providing essential contacts for lawyers, accountants, schools, universities, housing, and healthcare. Targeted at Russian-speaking families and individuals relocating to Spain.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reach of 1,500+ Russian-speaking subscribers in Spain across LinkedIn, Telegram, Instagram, and Facebook for targeted brand promotion
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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App detail

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Alexandre VassilievflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Internationally renowned fashion historian, art critic, and television personality (Russian TV show host 2009–2022, World Fashion Awards 2010 nominee, Order of Arts and Letters 2016). Serves as the club's signature expert and host for fashion history trips, lectures, and cultural tours. His personal following of 1.4M+ Instagram, 65K Facebook, and 30K YouTube subscribers amplifies the club's brand reach. His personal collection of 500,000+ vintage garments (Lanvin, Chanel, Balenciaga, Dior, Schiaparelli) enables exclusive behind-the-scenes fashion experiences.
• Mikhail KazinikflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld-renowned art historian, musician (pianist and violinist), writer, poet, philosopher, and Nobel Concert music expert. Co-hosts the Norway 2026 cultural trip (Oslo–Bergen) during white nights season. Known as a 'culture apostle' by Swedish press. Guest professor at Stockholm Institute of Drama, Honorary Doctor at RISEBA.
• Roman DolzhanskiycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading European theater critic, deputy artistic director of the Theater of Nations, art director of NET festival (New European Theater) and Territoria festival. Recipient of the French Order of Arts and Letters (2019). Serves as the club's guide for the Ruhr Triennale 2026, providing insider commentary on contemporary theater and performing arts.
• Tatiana PigarevacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDirector of the Instituto Cervantes de Moscú, hispanist and philologist, art and literature historian, journalist and lecturer. Conducts private guided tours of the Prado Museum and cultural excursions for club members, including the January 2026 Prado visit and surrealist Catalonia trip with Alexandre Vassiliev.
• Martin DaviescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWriter and historian specializing in Ibiza culture, architecture, and art. Leads the cultural Ibiza trip (October) and June 2025 Ibiza journey for the club, providing deep cultural immersion covering Phoenician heritage, Arabic fortresses, contemporary art galleries, and architectural heritage.
• Jose Maria LunaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDirector of the Public Agency managing Pablo Picasso's Birthplace Museum, Russian Museum Malaga, and Pompidou Center Malaga. Featured speaker at club events discussing Russian art in Spain, Diaghilev Ballets, and Spanish-Russian cultural connections.
• Vladimir MukhincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChef ranked #9 globally by Best Chef Awards 2021, Brand Chef of White Rabbit Family (Moscow), featured in Netflix's Chef's Table. Served as guest of honor at club breakfast at Hotel Claris 5*GL Barcelona, sharing gastronomic expertise with members.
• Arkady SandlercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading AI expert in Russia and Israel, AI Director at MTS (major Russian telecom), founder of DOCET TI investment company. Held AI meeting with club members in Barcelona (March 2023), discussing artificial intelligence trends for business and professionals.
• Mikhail KokorichminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSerial entrepreneur and investor, founder of space companies (Momentus Space US, Dauria Russia), prominent figure in the Russian-speaking tech and space industry. Spoke at club event in Madrid (November 2022).
• Mikhail FedorenkominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEntrepreneur and former Minister of ICT for the Moscow Region. Spoke at South Summit 2018 on startup perspectives, providing tech policy and startup ecosystem insights to club members.
• Alexey SitnikovminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPolitical strategy expert, consultant to high-level political and business leaders in Russia, Ukraine, and Israel. Conducted executive coaching sessions and lectures for club members in Barcelona (December 2022) and Madrid (October 2019).
• Denis VlasenkominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConductor on Anna Netrebko's world tour. Met with club members at Centro Riojano Madrid (November 2019) for an intimate dinner discussion about classical music and opera.
• Alexander MisurkinminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCosmonaut and Hero of the Russian Federation, commander of two space missions, record holder for spacewalk duration. Spoke at South Summit 2018 (Madrid) on 'Reaching for the Stars — A Cosmonaut Story' for club members.
• Nadezhda ZhdanovacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMusicologist and representative of prominent musicians, specializing in artistic career management and international music promotion. Organized the Theodor Currentzis Festival meeting in Madrid (March 2025) with club members, providing lectures on Mahler and Bruckner programs.
• Closed Spanish Business ClubscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal partnership arrangements with closed Spanish business clubs that provide club members access to exclusive Spanish business networking environments, invitation-only events, and introductions to Spanish executives and politicians.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Círculo de Bellas Artes: Madrid-based private cultural institution offering curated arts programming, lectures, and member events. Comparable as a Spanish private cultural membership organization serving an affluent audience with curated cultural experiences.
• Casa de Rusia: Russian cultural centers in Spain hosting cultural events, lectures, and networking for the Russian-speaking community. Adjacent to RBClub's cultural programming mission and Russian-Spain community focus, though operates as a cultural center rather than business club.

Direct peers

• NeueHouse: Private members workspace and creative community offering curated events, exhibitions, and cultural programming for professionals. Comparable in membership-based access to cultural experiences and a curated creative-professional audience.
• Soho House: Global private members club with tiered membership fees, cultural and educational programming, restaurant and event spaces, and curated travel-style experiences. Most directly comparable private club operator with similar premium pricing architecture and member experience focus.
• Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO): Global peer network for entrepreneurs with tiered membership, member-only events, and learning experiences. Comparable in serving a vetted entrepreneur/executive audience through curated programming and premium membership pricing.
• The Wing: Private members club for professional women offering networking events, curated programming, and physical club spaces. Comparable membership-club model targeting professional women, though demographic differs; shares the curated programming and tiered membership economics.
• The Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin: International membership society centered on gastronomy, wine, and cultural heritage, with paid membership tiers and curated experiential events. Comparable in combining paid membership with curated cultural/gastronomic experiences and event-led programming.
• YPO (Young Presidents' Organization): Premier peer network for chief executives and business leaders offering exclusive events, learning forums, and curated member experiences. Comparable in targeting vetted top-tier executives with premium membership and curated programming.
• The Arts Club: Historic London private members club combining business networking with arts and cultural programming. Comparable in combining a vetted membership tier structure with curated cultural events, dining, and expert-led programming for affluent professionals.

Others

• Réseau Entreprendre: European entrepreneur support network providing peer mentoring, business support, and curated programming for founders. Comparable in mission-driven entrepreneur support and curated member experiences across European geographies.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/RussianBusinessClubMadrid
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rbclubmadrid

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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