Investors & Entrepreneurs Networking Group
The experience
A
purpose-led membership for legacy-builders and decision-makers.
This exclusive membership is for founders, entrepreneurs, and investors who are shaping businesses with long-term vision. Members benefit from high-level networking, pitch opportunities, bespoke introductions, and access to closed, invite-only gatherings tailored for strategic collaboration and meaningful connections with opportunities for investing and funding.
Here’s what’s included:
This exclusive membership is for founders, entrepreneurs, and investors who are shaping businesses with long-term vision. Members benefit from high-level networking, pitch opportunities, bespoke introductions, and access to closed, invite-only gatherings tailored for strategic collaboration and meaningful connections with opportunities for investing and funding.
Here’s what’s included:

Exclusive Events
Join 1–2 private, invite-only gatherings per month — purpose-driven, high-context spaces with 10–12 vetted attendees. Designed for real conversation, relationship-building, and deal-making.

Investment & Deal Flow Access
Private exposure to high-potential ventures, pitch events, and early-stage opportunities — curated for aligned investment interests.

Fundraising Opportunities for Founders
Gain access to exclusive sessions with investors, strategic partners, and advisors who can help you scale.

Cross-Industry Networking
Connect with decision-makers, and experts across fashion, legal, tech, health & wellness, and more — fostering deals, collaborations, and shared insight.

Retreats on Request
Bespoke, off-grid retreats curated for deeper immersion, business clarity, and meaningful connection — available upon request.

Access to a Limited Circle
We accept a maximum of 40 members annually — preserving intimacy, trust, and the quality of conversations within the group.
Who it's for
W
e're looking for individuals who are:
Deploying capital with intention — in people, ideas, or ventures.
Building, scaling, or backing businesses that matter.
Ready to both offer and seek insight, partnership, and capital.
Thoughtful leaders with a long view — curious, strategic, and generous.
Benefits
W
hat You Give & What You Get
You Get
- Priority access to pitch events, startup showcases, and private founder/investor meetups.
- Invitations to closed-door sessions, roundtables, and cross-industry forums.
- Visibility through digital and in-person platforms.
- Access to a high-trust, high-caliber community.
- Introductions to vetted founders, operators, and co-investors.
We Get
- Your strategic insight and experience.
- Deal flow and collaboration opportunities within our ecosystem.
- Mentorship potential for the next wave of builders.
- A stronger, more resourceful community shaped by real contributors.
- Access to your network (when relevant) to foster shared opportunities.
The
Process
01
Explore & Apply
Start by reviewing the membership experiences and who it's for. Once you're ready, simply fill out the Membership Form on this page — tell us about yourself, your background, and what draws you to Raya.
02
Review & Connect
Once we receive your application, our team will carefully review it to see if it aligns with the values and criteria for your chosen membership. Since Raya offers limited exclusive memberships, we look for individuals who genuinely align. If your application is successful, we’ll invite you for a short interview — a chance for us to get to know you better and understand how you hope to grow with Raya.
03
Onboarding & Welcome
If approved, you’ll receive a warm welcome into the Raya family. We’ll guide you through everything you need to know — from our member handbook to exclusive resources and upcoming events & opportunities. Consider this your start to meaningful connections, growth, and a new chapter with Raya.
The
Criteria
Our Investors & Entrepreneurs have:
- Founders, co-founders, or executives of a registered business, startup, or investment firm actively operating or in development.
- Entrepreneurs with a proven track record of launching, building, or scaling ventures — demonstrating both vision and execution across their professional journey.
- High-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals with a vested interest in early-stage innovation, strategic deal flow, or advisory involvement in private ventures.
- Investors with active portfolios or professional expertise in venture capital, private equity, or alternative assets — seeking curated access to founders, opportunities, networking and peer insight.
- A shared interest in contributing to a collaborative funding ecosystem, including participation in curated pitch events, private capital conversations, and exclusive access to vetted founders and their ventures.
- The flexibility and intent to engage in elevated dialogue — through both virtual roundtables and in-person experiences hosted in Toronto’s business and cultural core.
Membership
Form
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