No. This is not a “business card swap.” TheBLOC is a curated circle of leaders where education, mentorship, lead-sharing, and community impact are core to membership.

We welcome anyone aged 18 or above who is either a current or emerging business leader or entrepreneur in Oakland County, Michigan. Whether you are a C-Suite executive, an entry level peer leader with a desire to grow professionally, or anywhere in-between, we welcome you to join us. Because we aspire to be the vision and voice of Oakland County business and influence younger, emerging leaders, we do require our members to agree and adhere to a personal and professional code of ethics.

Exclusivity ensures that every member gets value from the network, maintains high-quality connections, and keeps the focus on genuine collaboration rather than volume.

Membership is by invitation only. The first step is to complete a Membership Request Form. Once received, we will schedule an interview to learn more about you, either by phone, Zoom, or in person. If approved for membership we'll send an invoice for your first year's annual dues and once paid, we'll onboard you onto our platform and welcome you to our events.

Absolutely! Our leadership structure includes a Board of Advisors. We also welcome members to assume leadership and coordinator roles for our educational and philanthropic programs and events.

Chambers serve the broader business community while theBLOC is intentionally selective, designed for leaders who want deeper connections, advanced growth strategies, and meaningful influence across the broader region.

Members commit to showing up—sharing referrals, insights, and support for fellow leaders. TheBLOC thrives when leaders give as much as they receive. Additionally, all members are required to agree and adhere to a Code of Ethics that will be signed upon joining.