What are the keys to entrepreneurial success? Is it a matter of vision, timing, or connections? Would Apple have come to life without Steve Jobs meeting Steve Wozniak? What would Google be without the collaboration of Larry Page and Sergey Brin?
These examples demonstrate that behind every great success lies a dynamic of collaboration and networking. The ability to build strategic relationships and seize the right opportunities is crucial.
Luxembourg, with its dynamic ecosystem, offers fertile ground for ambitious professionals. This small country is abundant with exclusive clubs and circles where business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors gather to exchange ideas, collaborate, and propel their businesses.
Discover the most influential and popular venues to expand your network and grow your business in Luxembourg.
B17 Luxembourg
We begin with the essential B17.
Located in the heart of Luxembourg on Rue du Nord, inside a classified building dating from the late 19th century, you will find Tero House 17, now called Maison du B17.
Once the residence of the Court of Justice, this unique place in Luxembourg has preserved some architectural treasures during renovations, including a magnificent spiral molded staircase.
This exceptional venue is as beautiful as it is spacious, boasting 960 m² spread over four floors and a terrace that offers one of the finest views of Luxembourg.
On the ground floor, the restaurant and bar invite chic conviviality in a wooded setting designed by interior architect Michel Penneman. Upstairs, six meeting spaces are available for private hire, providing an ideal environment for work and relaxation.
B17 offers its members an exclusive environment to share experiences, build connections, and enjoy a curated program (over 50 events per year): top-tier speakers, private lunches, thematic workshops, tastings, festive evenings, shows, sporting tournaments, and more.
For B17, membership grants access to Club B19 events in Belgium (full list of benefits below):
- 10 conferences per year offered (with complimentary open bar)
- Access to all events organized by the Business Club (subject to conditions)
- 10% discount on the restaurant/bar menu at Tero Bistro17
- 10 complimentary meeting room bookings when combined with a lunch or dinner reservation
- Preferential “member” rate for private space rentals at Tero House17 (meeting rooms and Sky Room)
- 10% discount on venue rentals at all TERO Group locations
- Special rate on registration for TERO Group events
- Access to Club B19 conferences in Belgium
Established: 2022
Members: 870
Annual membership fee: Individual: €790, Young Individual (18-30 years): €490,
Couple: €1,080, Company: up to 5 members: €3,200 / more than 5 members: €3,200 + €540 per additional person
Website: b17luxembourg.lu
Bilateral Business Clubs
Bilateral Business Clubs were created to strengthen and further cultivate Luxembourg’s excellent economic relationships with France, Belgium, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
This initiative is driven by Luxembourg’s Chamber of Commerce and Embassies in collaboration with entrepreneurs in the respective countries.
The Business Clubs in Paris, Berlin, Brussels, and London serve as key meeting points for entrepreneurs aiming to enhance trade dynamics between Luxembourg and the host country.
- Business Club Luxemburg-Deutschland (BCLD)- Berlin
Established: 2012
Members: 126
Annual membership fee: Individual: €150/ Company: €300
Website: www.bclde.de
- Business Club France-Luxembourg (BCFL)-Paris
Established: 2015
Members: 218 (154 companies)
Annual membership fee: Individual: €90/ Company: €160
Website: www.bcfl.fr
- Business Club Belgium-Luxembourg (BCBL)-Bruxelles
Established: 2017
Members: 100
Annual membership fee: Individual: €165/ Company: €275
Website: www.bcbl.be
- Business Club Luxembourg-UK (BCLUK)- Royaume-Uni (London)
Established: 2022
Annual membership fee: Individual: £100/ Company: £250
Website: www.bcluk.uk
China-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce (« CHINALUX »)
The China-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce (“CHINALUX”) is a private non-profit organization supporting bilateral trade and cultural ties between China and Luxembourg.
Its rich cultural understanding facilitates effective business relationships. CHINALUX actively encourages and explores opportunities for promoting these relationships. The Chamber engages with Chinese and Luxembourgish business communities, aiming to be a valuable cultural asset fostering positive ties and networking.
Luxembourg’s unique position in Europe helps bring together members from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
The Chamber also maintains strong relations with Chinese partners, organizes collaborative business exchanges, conferences, and activities, assists Chinese enterprises investing in Europe, and supports Luxembourg companies in collaborating with China.
Like bilateral Business Clubs, CHINALUX is accredited by the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce’s CCBL accreditation program.
Established: 2013
Members: 150
Annual membership fee: Individual: €150, Company: €1200, Sustaining: €10 000 (for 2 years)
Website: china-lux.lu
Economist Club Luxembourg
The Economist Club Luxembourg’s main mission is to create a space for debate and a forum for exchanges among economists, between members and various economic and political stakeholders during statutory meetings or public conferences.
Positioned as a circle of influence, entry into the club requires invitation or sponsorship by a member, as well as a meaningful message, experience, or ideas to share.
Established: 1999
Members: 150 individual members, 30 corporate members
Annual membership fee: Individual: €50, Corporate: €150 (€300 for companies with 150+ employees)
Website : www.economistclub.lu
Fédération des Jeunes Dirigeants d’entreprise de Luxembourg (FJD)
FJD’s various activities aim to foster interaction among members, promote entrepreneurship in Luxembourg, and contribute to creating a favourable economic environment.
Members regularly meet for workshops, conferences, company visits, debates, or study trips.
The federation regularly invites external experts and political decision-makers to its discussion forums.
FJD members hold managerial and decision-making positions in companies based in Luxembourg, representing the country’s economic structure.
Established: 1977
Members: 220 active members and 330 alumni who have exceeded the age limit of 45
Annual membership fee: €250
Website: www.fjd.lu
Global Shapers-Luxembourg City Hub
Luxembourg City Hub is a diverse group of young people representing more than 10 nationalities from various backgrounds. The Hub’s mission is to implement projects with local impact in three main areas:
Climate Change/Sustainability: Identifying sustainable and climate-friendly alternatives in daily life and promoting their adoption to encourage behavioural and mindset changes in Luxembourg.
Active Citizenship: Mobilizing citizens and decision-makers from both private and public sectors to more effectively use available resources to address local and global issues.
Education and Employment: Enhancing the education system to equip individuals with the necessary skills, knowledge, and attitudes for improving their lives and society.
Established: 2014
Members: 20
Annual membership fee: €50/year
Website: www.globalshapers.org
Luxembourg American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM)
This club fosters relationships between the American and Luxembourgish business communities.
AMCHAM.lu (the American Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg) is the largest private Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg with a growing membership currently serving 400 company entities, and their employees. AMCHAM is very proud to have a diverse membership of European, American and Global affiliated companies and operates in English.
In addition to publishing a weekly Newsletter serving 10,000 subscribers, AMCHAM has over 17 committees, puts on 6-10 large events throughout each year and an additional 30 plus smaller information and networking events as well.
All nationalities of companies are welcome with access also possible for students and academics as well as independents and retirees.
Established: 1994
Members: 400
Annual membership fee: ranges from €100 to €2,500 depending on company size
Website : www.amcham.lu
Luxembourg Polo Club
For equestrian sports enthusiasts and upscale networking, this club combines the elegance of polo with unique professional networking opportunities in an exclusive setting.
Established : 2004
Members: 40
Annual membership fee: Individual: €650 for Polo School / €4,500 for playing members / Corporate: €5,000
Website : poloclubluxembourg.com
Paperjam Club
With more than 1,800 member companies, 22,000 active members, over 250 events annually, and 200 training sessions, Paperjam Club is Luxembourg’s largest business network. It is a unique blend of business workshops, training, and exclusive networking opportunities.
Modern, inclusive, and inspiring, Paperjam Club connects members with the right people and ideas.
Paperjam Club is open to all Luxembourg-based or related companies and institutions, regardless of sector or size.
Key events:
- 10*6: Paperjam 10×6 are the club’s monthly flagship events, with nine scheduled in 2025. Presentations are given in French or English, according to speaker preference, with simultaneous interpretation available. Each of the ten experts speaks for six minutes to audiences of up to 450 people.
- Roundtables and keynotes: Conducted by journalists in connection with Paperjam’s editorial content, these conferences tackle key business issues.
- Shows & Awards: Prestigious award ceremonies celebrating ideas, teams, and individuals.
- CEOs- & Entrepreneurs- Only Cocktails: Twice per season, these events gather the country’s top executives and entrepreneurs.
- Social: Cocktails, breakfasts, lunches, evenings, and tastings—70 occasions for networking in relaxed and unique settings.
Established: June 14, 2008
Members: 1800
Annual membership fees:
- 1-3 employees: €3,250 (€2,550 for 2 years / €2,100 for 3 years / €1,850 for 5 years)
- 4-10 employees: €4,950 (€3,550 for 2 years / €3,150 for 3 years / €2,800 for 5 years)
- 11-50 employees: €6,400 (€4,950 for 2 years / €4,200 for 3 years / €3,900 for 5 years)
- 51-100 employees: €8,050 (€6,400 for 2 years / €5,200 for 3 years / €4,800 for 5 years)
- 101-250 employees: €9,600 (€8,050 for 2 years / €7,400 for 3 years / €6,850 for 5 years)
- Over 250 employees: €12,300 (€9,600 for 2 years / €8,400 for 3 years / €7,850 for 5 years)
Website: paperjam.lu/club/
The British Chamber of Commerce for Luxembourg
The British Chamber of Commerce for Luxembourg is an English-speaking forum for contact and communication among decision makers, opinion formers and participants in Luxembourg’s local and international business communities.
Membership encompasses a wide range of nationalities and is open to any commercial enterprise or business person for whom the English language is an essential business tool. The Chamber’s objectives are to follow and influence developments in the economic and business world in Luxembourg affecting members’ interests and so contribute to making Luxembourg an attractive place for British business and Britain an attractive place for Luxembourg business, and to promote trade between Britain and Luxembourg.
Date de création : 1995
Nombre de membres : 300
Annual Membership Fee: Sustaining: €1,100, Business: €600, Startup: €225, Individual: €195, Young BCC: €50
Site web: https://www.bcc.lu/
Luxembourg, despite its small size, boasts an impressive array of exclusive clubs and circles. Joining these spaces opens doors to a world of opportunities, where every encounter could turn into a strategic partnership. For those who choose their circle carefully, these clubs offer keys to building a prosperous future.
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