Membership
Thanks for your interest in becoming a member of the All Pakistan Entrepreneurs’ Exchange. Our member-run, not for profit association is the ultimate community for seasoned and young entrepreneurs across Pakistan who want to increase their chances of business success. APEX members represent the best in Pakistan business. They understand personal sacrifice, risk-taking and hard work. APEX provides them with a unique opportunity to connect with others who also appreciate the special challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship.
While the APEX membership mix is primarily comprised of business owners, there exists a number of different ways to get involved for even senior members and veterans. There are 7 different membership types in the organization which allow interested parties, from students to sponsors to other key entrepreneurship stakeholders, to participate in APEX programs and events.
The benefits of being a member of the All Pakistan Entrepreneurs’ Exchange are as diverse as the membership itself! Some of the benefits of membership include:
- Access to a unique Peer Mentorship Program
- Access to information and resources to help you grow your business
- Access to member-only programs and events
- Significantly reduced cost for programs and events
- Access to a wide variety of resources from APEX partners and sponsors
- Access to the Member Benefits Program
- Opportunity to network with like-minded business owners
- Inclusion in our Member-to-Member discount program (coming soon)
Become a Member
An individual who is currently operating a business in which they have an ownership interest having contributed significantly to the cause of APEX. This member type is by invitation only two existing Core Members.
A professional working in an organization having interest in promotion of entreprenureship currently in a business in which they may or may not have an ownership interest.
An individual 30 years of age or under who does not currently own a business but is enrolled in an entrepreneurship or business management program.
An individual who is currently operating a business in which they have an ownership interest. Rural Members live in areas in which APEX Chapters do not yet exist.
An individual who is presently involved in teaching entrepreneurship or business education to young entrepreneurs in any Government recognized institution.
A business that does not meet the criteria for one of the previous membership categories. Corporate Members can have up to 3 representatives attend APEX events.
Established entrepreneurs, corporations and philanthropic community members looking to support APEX in delivering programs and services to young entrepreneurs.
Frequently Asked Questions
While the vast majority of our members have passion for entrepreneurship development, not all are directly involved with any business. For this reason, APEX has created a number of different membership types. If you own a business or not and would like to get involved, contact us and let us know why you are interested in joining APEX. We do have an associate membership level that might meet your needs.
Many of the benefits that APEX members enjoy are on-line and can be accessed from anywhere – events and programs are only one part of APEX. APEX offers a rural membership to people who do not live near one of our active Chapters. Alternatively, you can find out how you can start a chapter in your area!
Yes. Many young entrepreneurs start their businesses on a part-time basis. Joining APEX will help to keep you juiced about your business while you’re juggling it and school or employment and improve the chances that it will turn into a full-time business.
If you are just thinking about starting a business we suggest you wait to join until your business is actually launched – even it is just a part-time thing at the beginning. However, you can come out to events as a guest if you want to learn and make connections while you’re mapping out your business plan.
Absolutely, you can join APEX as a student member. Once you graduate and start your business, you would upgrade your membership to the Core Member category. At that time, you would be allowed to attend all events, as well as join a committee or participate on the national board!
Yes. Entrepreneurs often find themselves between ventures. During those times it is important to stay in touch with your network and to keep learning. Other APEX members and our speakers may be able to help you derive the lessons from your last venture and/or help you develop your ideas for the next one.
No, but we can often point you to sources of financing and, depending on your needs and location, may be able to provide you with some key referrals to get you started on the quest.
Yes, absolutely! We highly encourage people visiting as guests so they can see for themselves the nature of the APEX programs. In fact, all entrepreneurs are allowed to attend up to 3 different events before making a decision on membership.
APEX is not formally associated with any other entreprenuer association. However, some APEX members have strong links to the other industry associations. In many ways APEX can be seen as a stepping stone to other industry associations. Technically, APEX is different than other entreprenuership associations as APEX does not restrict membership based on business revenues or other criteria.