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EO Quito

Your Local Gateway to a Global Network

About EO Quito

About EO Quito

In Quito, entrepreneurship is shaped by altitude, heritage, and bold ambition. As Ecuador’s capital, this city blends colonial charm with modern dynamism—and EO Quito is where that spirit comes alive through a community of founders building businesses that reflect both local pride and global reach. Our members lead ventures in tourism, agriculture, logistics, construction, manufacturing, finance, tech, energy, wellness, and education. Some are modernizing legacy businesses rooted in Ecuadorian tradition; others are launching startups that solve global problems from right here in the Andes. What unites us is a belief that entrepreneurship is about more than growth—it’s about contribution, transformation, and vision. EO Quito is a space for connection and clarity. Our forums are high-trust environments where entrepreneurs can explore leadership challenges, strategic pivots, and personal breakthroughs with authenticity and support. Our learning events are immersive and thoughtful—bringing together international insights with local expertise, often hosted in Quito’s stunning venues or amid Ecuador’s breathtaking natural beauty. Building a business in Quito means navigating opportunity with resilience. The market is evolving, infrastructure is advancing, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem is expanding—but challenges still require agility, resourcefulness, and strong networks. EO Quito offers exactly that: a trusted community that helps founders lead with confidence, purpose, and a long view. Many of our members are also catalysts for impact—driving initiatives around environmental stewardship, education, social enterprise, and inclusive hiring. In a country rich in biodiversity and cultural depth, we see business as a force to protect and uplift. At EO Quito, we grow with heart, lead with courage, and build companies that carry the strength of the Andes and the spirit of a city always looking forward.

Members Are Talking

"EO is so much bigger than a monthly Forum meeting or a calendar of events. It’s a community that can change the way you lead, the way you run your business, and the way you live your life."

Kate Holden, EO Winnipeg
Kate Holden,
EO Winnipeg
Wesley Naidoo,
EO Durban

"The way that EO members want to help you in your personal life, the way they want to help you in your business, it's just the most amazing feeling. I absolutely love connecting with people across the world."

Wesley Naidoo, EO Durban

"EO provides an environment for you to work on yourself through the help of others. Without EO, I would not be the leader I am today nor have the perspective I have today."

Rob Grosskopf, EO Charlotte
Rob Grosskopf,
EO Charlotte
Andreas Konstantinou,
EO Greece

"I didn't expect EO to change me that much. In fact, I thought that EO would be just another club."

Andreas Konstantinou, EO Greece
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A Trusted Community of Peers

You join a confidential network of business owners who share real experiences and support each other with honest, practical insight.

Learning that Strengthens Your Leadership

EO offers access to world-class learning through leading universities, expert-led workshops, and global events to help you grow.

Opportunities Across a Global Network

You gain connections that create new ideas, partnerships, and possibilities in more than 80 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) membership is designed for founders and business owners who want to connect with peers facing similar challenges and opportunities.

To qualify, you must be the founder, co-founder, owner, or controlling shareholder of a business with at least US$1 million in annual revenue.

Venture-backed companies may also qualify if they have raised at least US$2 million privately or US$5 million publicly and have at least 10 full-time employees.

If you meet the qualifications, apply for membership. Your local chapter will review your application, confirm eligibility, and contact you for an interview. If accepted, you will complete orientation and Forum training and begin accessing EO experiences, including Forum, chapter and global events, learning opportunities, and connections across the EO community.

EO members pay annual Global dues of US$2,630, plus a one-time US$3,500 initiation fee. Chapter dues vary by location.

Not yet at US$1 million in annual revenue? Learn about EO Accelerator, designed for entrepreneurs building toward EO membership.