Connect, recharge, elevate.
BUILT FOR LEADERS, DESIGNED FOR GROWTH.
First Name Basis is a community of founders and industry leaders who believe in connecting over shared experiences, not just business. Based in London, we bring together founders, and leaders through sports meetups as well as quarterly fine dining events.
Whether you're looking to expand your network, recharge, or simply spend time with others who get your journey - we handle all the planning. You just show up, connect, and grow alongside like-minded founders.
Welcome to FNB.
"I came for the events, but it’s the connections that excite me most, being around ambitious founders who get it. You can just feel the potential for business growth here."
Paul Healy, Founder
@GraceAndKin
FNB presents Chef's Table
Indulge in a one-of-a-kind dining experience at Shakara. A chef's table where each course will take you on a journey through Afro-Colombian flavors, expertly crafted to fuse the bold spices of Africa with the vibrant tastes of South America. As the chefs guide you through the menu, they’ll share their cultural inspirations that make their food truly unique. This is not just a meal, but an experience that will awaken your senses and spark meaningful conversation.
01 Experience
Hosted at Shakara, the culinary gem in the heart of London, this exclusive evening will be led by renowned chefs Angelo and Victor, with backgrounds rooted in diverse culinary traditions. You’ll have a front-row seat to their passion and the magic behind their craft.
02 Chef's Table
This is your invitation to join a select group of founders, creatives, and operators for a night of elevated dining and powerful connections. With limited tickets available, don’t miss your chance have a seat at the table.
03 Take A Seat
Toggle to see the evening's menu.
Join us for a 4-course Chef’s Table experience at £70, worth £157.
Starters
Hummus
Prawns
Lamb skewers
Courses 1 & 2
Moi Moi
Lobster or Beef
Course 3
Chocolate Mouse
Join The Community
Sign up and gain access to our WhatsApp group, where you’ll connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, share opportunities, and stay in the loop about upcoming events.
How it works.
Attend Sport Meetups
Participate in monthly sports events like padel, golf, and tennis - designed to help you connect with others in a relaxed and active environment.
Experience Fine-Dining
Enjoy our quarterly chef’s table dinners where you’ll have the chance to engage with fellow founders and leaders over exceptional food and conversation.
Stay Connected
Beyond the events, the WhatsApp group ensures that you remain part of a close-knit community, supporting each other in both business and beyond.
“I’ve been to two FNB events and both times I left with new friendships and new business. Felt like real people connecting over good sports, great food and shared interests. It’s easily the most natural and valuable community I’ve been part of.”
Jordan Viveros, Founder
@CableProGym
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Everything you're wondering. (Answered)
FNB is a curated London-based community of founders and industry leaders who connect through sports meetups, private dining, and good conversation. No pitches. No pressure. Just real people, doing real things.
Founders, brand owners, and industry leaders who want to grow their network in a way that feels natural — not transactional. If you’re building something and value great people, you’ll fit in.
With the networking alone, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded founders and scale through meaningful relationships. Beyond that, you’ll gain access to sports and fine-dining events, and London’s top growth experts. You can even book 1-1 growth sessions to get tailored advice and strategies to help build and scale your business effectively.
You’ll have the chance to join group runs, sports sessions including padel, tennis, golf and many other sports, curated networking events like fine-dining dinners. Plus, you’ll gain access to London’s best growth partners in marketing, finance, consulting, and even investors - everything you need to grow your business while building real connections.
No specific fitness or skill level is required. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting out, our events are designed to be inclusive, so you can join at your own pace and focus on building connections while staying active.
We host multiple events every month, so there’s always something to look forward to. Whether it’s a morning run or a casual networking session, or dinner, to growth webinars and consulting calls with 7 & 8 figure brand owners, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to connect and grow.
We host multiple events every month, so there’s always something to look forward to. Whether it’s a morning run or a casual networking session, or dinner, to growth webinars and consulting calls with 7 & 8 figure brand owners, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to connect and grow.
We’re currently connecting founders in London. If we’re not in your city yet, stay tuned — we’re growing fast and might be there soon!
We’re confident you’ll love being part of the Founder’s Club, but if it’s not for you, you can cancel anytime. No strings attached.
Yes, you can bring a guest! They’ll just need to pay a one-off fee, like a day pass, which varies depending on the networking event we have planned. Let us know in advance, and we’ll make sure everything is set up for them to join.