Connect with Million Dollar Founders

Minimum of $1,000,000 in annual business revenue (we will also consider recent large exits, raised rounds, or exceptional SDE #’s). For the right founders, we can return your investment many times over, with just a few hours each month dedicated to the community, conversations, events, and mastermind calls. If you’re running a 7- or 8-figure business, joining DC Black is your next growth strategy. 

DC Black was specifically designed to provide a community for founders who’ve experienced a higher level of growth. We understand that with more success comes different problems, different challenges, and different priorities. The only way to tackle those unique challenges is by forming meaningful relationships with other founders at that same level who understand where you’re coming from and where you’re going. $1 million is a natural number in our community, and an aspirational figure to founders who are hoping to join in the future. 

Yes! We’ll match you to a mastermind with other founders at your level of growth so that you can connect with people who understand your unique journey. Members on the higher end still benefit from the conversations and in-person connections in DC Black. There’s always something new to learn, and our members have a wealth of expertise and knowledge in a variety of industries, business tools, software, strategies, business tactics, and more. 

Submit an application form, where you’ll answer some questions about your business, your goals for the next 12 months, and who you are as an entrepreneur. Then you’ll book a slot for a discovery call with Ian, our founder. If you qualify, we’ll confirm the call time.

We’ll use the call to verify that you’re the right fit and finalize your approval. We’ll also ask for a signed P&L to ensure you meet the revenue requirement. Once approved, a facilitator will personally onboard you into the community and connect you with other members and resources that are best aligned with your goals.

Other communities limit their members by geography, industry, and even personal factors like age. DC Black is a global community of multicultural founders with interesting stories and businesses. We vet each and every application to not only look for fit in terms of revenue level, but also culture fit.

No “gurus”, flashy personalities, or vying to impress each other. Just genuine, helpful people who are serious about business — and also enjoy life outside of business through travel, lifestyle, and a slew of unique (and sometimes quirky) interests.

DC Black is an extension of your Dynamite Circle experience. You get the same events, network, connections, and community, but at an elevated level to match your goals and needs.

DC Black members get access to all the features of Dynamite Circle, PLUS:

• Paid DC Black-only events to nurture connections, workshop through challenges, and collaborate on new ideas to scale your business 

• VIP access at all-DC events twice a year in Mexico (May) and Bangkok (October)

• Monthly masterminds facilitated by mentors with decades of experience in VC, leadership, management, and more

• A DC Black-only WhatsApp group and private DC Black forum for realtime collaboration and problem solving 

• 1:1 coaching 3 times a year for more tailored guidance and accountability towards your unique goals

DC Black meets up three (3) times a year in unique global locations for exclusive conversations, workshopping, and fun local activities. For 2025, we’ll be connecting in Phuket (Q1), Barcelona (Q3), and New York City (Q4). At our all-DC events in Mexico (May) and Bangkok (October), we offer VIP DC Black programming and mastermind sessions.

While members pay separately for events, we keep fees minimal by organizing them at cost. This allows DC Black to offer exceptional experiences at a fraction of what similar communities charge, making premium events accessible without compromising quality.

Masterminds are monthly calls (2-2.5 hours long) led by an experienced facilitator. You’ll be joined by 4-6 other DC Black members. These calls are themed according to specific member interests and industries.

Each participant has the chance to deliver a “Hot Seat” presentation once every third call, followed by feedback and challenging questions from the other participants and facilitators. This format fosters structured and targeted conversations to help you solve problems and make decisions that impact your business, faster. 

While masterminds can be an extremely valuable use of your time, they are not mandatory as we recognize they don’t fit everybody’s schedule or lifestyle. You can opt in for a membership without a mastermind. See “How much is an annual membership in DC Black?” below.

If you join before Wednesday, January 1, 2025, the annual membership is $4900 with mastermind, or $3900 without mastermind. As of January 1, 2025, the annual membership will be $5597 with mastermind, or $4597 without.

Absolutely. We offer a $1,000 discount for each additional business partner per company. However, please note that they’ll have to go through the same application and vetting process as you, and they must pay membership fees as an individual.

Over 100 high-level founders have joined DC Black since we launched in 2023. When you join, you’ll get to meet founders with expertise in SaaS, marketing, tech, AI, ecommerce, staffing, international tax, hiring, Salesforce, VC, course creation, and so much more. You’ll also get to connect with founders who’ve recently executed successful exits, with help from their DC Black peers.