What is EO?

The World’s Leading
Community for Entrepreneurs

Since 1987, Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) has been the catalyst for ambitious entrepreneurs to learn, grow, and achieve their full leadership potential. With 18,000+ members in 215 chapters across 80 countries, EO connects driven business owners worldwide who share a common passion: entrepreneurship as a force to move the world forward.

At EO, we believe thriving businesses begin with thriving entrepreneurs. Our global community supports you holistically, both professionally and personally, providing the trusted environment you need to achieve transformational growth.

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Global Reach, Local Impact

EO Global:
 A powerful international network providing:

  • Confidential peer forums with entrepreneurs who truly understand your journey

  • Exclusive learning opportunities from renowned thought leaders and top business schools

  • Global events, multicultural experiences, and unparalleled networking

EO Charlotte:
A vibrant local chapter where entrepreneurs build deep connections and experience EO’s global mission right here at home.

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Who is EO For?

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A Great Fit:

Entrepreneurs seeking:

  • Deeper connections beyond transactional networking

  • A confidential, supportive peer community (a “personal Board of Directors”)

  • Transformational personal and professional growth

Not the Right Fit:

Those who are:

  • Only interested in surface-level networking

  • Unwilling to engage collaboratively.

Globally Recognized Members

EO is trusted by leading entrepreneurs worldwide, including:

Sara Blakely
Founder of Spanx

Brian Scudamore
Founder of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?

Kevin Harrington
Original Shark from ABC’s Shark Tank

60+

Countries with EO Chapters

16,500+

Global Members in 213 Chapters

95%

of members report measurable personal and professional growth through EO

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