the global committee

What the global committee does

The Global Committee is a private, invitation-only membership organization founded in 2020 and headquartered in Dubai, UAE, that convenes ultra-high-net-worth individuals, philanthropists, and industry pioneers. It operates a tiered subscription model with three pricing levels — Digital Member at $250/year, Global Member at $5,000/year, and Founding Member at $25,000/year — that grant graduated access to its events, committees, and physical hub at Global Base in Bali. Its core products are The Summit (an annual flagship gathering during the Cannes Film Festival), Retreats (intimate 3-day nature-immersive experiences limited to 50 guests), and Talks & Panels (small-format curated conversations with 20–30 participants), supplemented by six thematic committees covering AI & Technology, Philanthropy & Impact, Space & Exploration, Ocean & Conservation, Wellness & Human Performance, and Sustainable Luxury. The organization has grown to 200+ members across 15+ countries, with stated combined member net worth exceeding $50 billion and a stated mission to affect over one billion lives through collective action.

The business model blends recurring subscription revenue from membership tiers with per-event fees (e.g., Retreat 2026 Bali from $10,000 per person) and leverages an integrated experiential ecosystem that includes founder-affiliated entities GP Management (F1 hospitality), MyOcean (superyachts), YourSky (private aviation), and Global Base (Bali villas). The go-to-market is exclusively invitation-based and community-driven, with no public advertising or third-party distribution; events function as both the demand generation vehicle and the core product. Operational hubs are maintained in Dubai, Bali, Monaco, and London, supporting a globally distributed event programming model. No proprietary technology platform, API, mobile app, or AI/ML capability is disclosed; the company's value proposition rests on curated access, brand prestige, and experiential scarcity rather than technology.

Name

the global committee

Legal name

The Global Committee

Website

https://theglobalcommittee.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The Global Committee is an invitation-only private members club headquartered in Dubai that convenes ultra-high-net-worth individuals, philanthropists, and industry pioneers through tiered memberships ($250–$25,000/year), flagship events, retreats, and six thematic committees spanning technology, space, ocean, wellness, and impact.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Members Club

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192), Other Similar Organizations (except Business, Professional, Labor, and Political Organizations) (81399)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAHACAA

Association & Society Conference Management (Nonprofit, Professional Bodies)

Travel & Hospitality/MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions)/Professional Conference Organizers (PCOs) & Meeting Planners

SECONDARYTHAHAAAC

Hotel & Resort Convention Venues (Convention Hotels)

Travel & Hospitality/MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions)/Conference & Convention Venues (Convention Centers, Civic Centers)

SECONDARYTHAHAIAI

Corporate Hospitality, VIP Hosting & Client Entertainment (Internal-led)

Travel & Hospitality/MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions)/Corporate Event Management & Internal Meetings

Keywords

• Private members club
• Invitation-only community
• Philanthropy networking
• Ultra-luxury events
• Impact investing platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Douglas

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Marketing or Sales, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Three-tier annual subscription model ranging from $250/year for digital access to $25,000/year for founding membership with guaranteed event access and exclusive dinners. Revenue is recurring and tiered based on engagement level.
2. Event Attendance Fees: Retreat 2026 in Bali priced from $10,000 per person. Events are limited to 50 guests for retreats, 100+ for annual summits, and 20-30 for intimate dinners. Revenue is per-event and tiered based on experience package.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Global Committee operates an invitation-only private membership club for ultra-high-net-worth individuals, offering tiered annual subscriptions (Digital $250, Global $5,000, Founding $25,000) that grant graduated access to curated gatherings including the annual Cannes Film Festival Summit, 3-day Bali Retreats limited to 50 guests, intimate Talks & Panels with 20-30 attendees, and six thematic committees covering AI, philanthropy, space, ocean conservation, wellness, and sustainable luxury. The organization also operates Global Base, a Bali villa compound serving as the physical hub for retreats and member stays.

Product overview

The Global Committee is an invitation-only private members club for ultra-high-net-worth individuals, philanthropists, and changemakers. The organization operates a platform-plus-services model comprising three membership tiers (Digital Member at $250/year, Global Member at $5,000/year, and Founding Member at $25,000/year) that provide graduated access to a portfolio of core offerings: The Summit (annual flagship gathering during Cannes Film Festival), Retreats (3-day immersive experiences limited to 50 guests, hosted at Global Base in Bali), and Talks & Panels (intimate conversations with 20-30 participants). These are supplemented by six thematic committees covering AI & Technology, Philanthropy & Impact, Space & Exploration, Ocean & Conservation, Wellness & Human Performance, and Sustainable Luxury. The physical hub is Global Base in Bali, a collection of villas serving as the venue for retreats and member stays. Members also gain access to the ecosystem partners' services including GP Management's F1 hospitality, MyOcean's yacht experiences, and YourSky's private aviation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Summit The flagship annual gathering of The Global Committee, held during the Cannes Film Festival, featuring black-tie galas, keynote talks from billionaires and world leaders, and curated networking for 100+ ultra-high-net-worth attendees.
• Retreats Intimate, nature-immersive 3-day experiences in extraordinary locations such as Bali, combining thought leadership with adventure, wellness, and genuine human connection; limited to 50 guests, with Retreat 2026 priced from $10,000 per person.
• Talks & Panels Curated conversations with the world's most fascinating minds on topics ranging from space travel to cryptocurrency, AI, and ocean conservation, conducted in intimate settings of 20-30 guests.
• Global Committee Membership Invitation-only annual membership granting graduated access to The Summit, Retreats, Talks & Panels, six thematic committees, and the Global Base Bali villa compound. Three tiers priced at $250/year (Digital), $5,000/year (Global), and $25,000/year (Founding).
• Global Base, Bali The physical home of The Global Committee—a collection of architecturally stunning villas in Bali, Indonesia—serving as the venue for retreats, private gatherings, and extended member stays.

Quantifiable outcome

• 200+ members from 15+ countries with $50B+ combined net worth
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• One Young WorldcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2023Partnership for The Summit 2023 during Cannes Film Festival. The Global Committee partnered with One Young World to deliver black-tie gala, keynote talks from world leaders, and curated networking for 100+ ultra-high-net-worth attendees.
• ForbesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a partner in the ecosystem, likely involving media coverage and content distribution for events and community.
• GP ManagementcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company of The Global Committee. Founder Jonny Dodge's ultra-luxury experiential business. Provides F1 hospitality experiences, superyacht operations through MyOcean, and private aviation through YourSky.
• MyOceancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSuperyacht operations company that forms the foundation of the Ocean & Conservation committee. Provides yacht excursion experiences for retreats and events. Part of the GP Management ecosystem.
• YourSkycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrivate aviation company within the GP Management ecosystem. Provides private aviation experiences for members, extending the ultra-luxury experiential offering of The Global Committee.
• Global BasecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPhysical home of The Global Committee - collection of architecturally stunning villas in Bali, Indonesia. Available for member retreats, private gatherings, and extended stays. Central venue for community activities.
• Space ExperiencesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner supporting the Space & Exploration committee. Includes connections to Virgin Galactic, Blue Origin, and Airbus for space-focused content and experiences.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Summit Series: Invitation-only community and event series for founders, investors, and cultural leaders. Highly comparable model of curated membership, flagship gatherings, and content-driven engagement for UHNWI innovators.
• Soho House: Global private members' club with physical houses, tiered annual memberships, and curated programming for creative professionals. Comparable subscription-based membership economics and global hub strategy.
• Tiger 21: Peer network for ultra-high-net-worth investors with high annual dues and group-based learning and investment discussion. Closest functional analog to TGC's curated UHNWI peer engagement model.
• Chief: Invitation-only private network for senior executives, offering membership dues, curated events, and peer groups. Comparable tiered membership, event-driven engagement, and curated community GTM.
• YPO (Young Presidents' Organization): Global peer community of CEOs and founders organized into chapters with high annual dues, exclusive events, and learning programs. Analogous curated executive membership and chapter-based engagement.
• Vistage: Membership-based peer advisory and executive coaching organization for CEOs and business leaders, with annual dues and recurring group meetings. Comparable recurring revenue model built around curated peer engagement.

Emerging players

• Endeavor: Global community of high-impact entrepreneurs selected through curation, with events, mentorship, and impact programming. Similar curation philosophy and emphasis on peer-driven outcomes, but broader/wider membership base.
• Pavilion: Membership-based private community for sales, marketing, and revenue leaders with events and online programming. Comparable paid membership and event-driven GTM, though targeting operational leaders rather than UHNWIs.
• Strategic Coach: High-end coaching and peer-group program for entrepreneurs with multi-thousand-dollar quarterly fees and structured workshops. Comparable premium pricing and curated peer cohort format.

Regional players

• One Young World: Global forum for young leaders with flagship annual summits, scholarships, and ambassador programming. Already a partner of TGC; comparable summit-driven engagement model though with younger and broader audience.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/theglobalcommittee
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-global-committee

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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