FOR THE 1%
FAQ's
1. What is YEC?
YOUR UNFAIR ADVANTAGE.
YEC is a curated network for South Africa’s next generation of leaders.
Founders. Creatives. Visionaries. Investors.
Across industries and cities. United by ambition, discipline and the pursuit of something greater.
This isn’t just a community.
It’s a catalyst.
At YEC, you're surrounded by winners, people who challenge you, inspire you, and hold you to a higher standard.
This is where you level up your circle, talk about things that matter, and push beyond your limits.
Proximity to excellence accelerates growth.
The right people. In the right rooms. At the right time.
When you need a certain connection, want to learn something new, collaborate, hire, unlock an opportunity or shift your perspective —
it’s within reach.
2. How does YEC work
IN-PERSON EVENTS
From black tie galas to private dinners and curated networking sessions, YEC events are where real connections are made.
THE YEC PLATFORM
Your 24/7 digital HQ — where every YEC member lives. (launching 01/01/2026)
More on the platform soon
Built for scale, this will be the same platform powering YEC's global network as we expand to Dubai, Europe, and beyond.
3. Can I attend events without being a member?
No, all events are strictly member and invite only.
4. Are there membership fees?
Lifetime Access:
A once-off R500 fee unlocks lifetime entry into the Youth Entrepreneur Club.
Price Growth:
Membership prices increase over time as the club grows, adds new features, events and platform upgrades. Early members lock in the lowest price ever offered.
Please review the T&C's when agreeing to purchase the membership
5. How does YEC help me grow my business?
YEC connects you with ambitious peers, opens doors to collaboration and investment opportunities, and puts you in rooms where deals and partnerships happen. Through networking, live events and direct access to industry connections, you gain the relationships and insights that accelerate your business growth.
6. Is YEC only for for South Africa?
Currently, our community is primarily South African, but our platform is digital and open to young entrepreneurs globally as we expand internationally.
7. How to join
BY ACCEPTANCE ONLY
Each application is carefully reviewed to protect the standard, the vision, and the people building it.
1. Apply using this link
2. Wait for acceptance
Applications are carefully reviewed. If selected, you’ll receive a personal invite to activate your membership.
3. Activate your membership
Pay the once-off fee to unlock full access to YEC’s network, events, and the upcoming platform.
You'll be added to a temporary group until the official platform launches in January
Founders club
Join before 31 December 2025 and earn Founders Club status.
This once-off tier rewards our initial members. The early believers shaping the future of YEC.
Founders club perks :
Priority access to events
Discounted rates to events & more
Access to buy Founders club merch
Founders club badge On the YEC platform
What happens as soon as you join YEC in 2025 :
You’ll instantly be added to our exclusive temporary Founders Club group. A private space where early members gather ahead of the official platform launch.