Founding Member
Join an exclusive community of visionaries and innovators at The Rufescent, the UAE's first 'Members Only' Club Hotel.
The UAE's First 'Members Only' Club Hotel
Work-Life Harmony, Redefined
150,000 sq.ft across private suites, co-working floors, wellness zones, and a rooftop where business and balance coexist seamlessly.
Curated Culinary & Social Concepts
8 signature venues — from Mojo's live kitchen to Black Fox rooftop — offering members exclusive dining, networking, and downtime experiences.
A Members-Only Business Ecosystem
A sanctuary for entrepreneurs, executives, and visionaries — with spaces, services, and strategic programs designed for opportunity, growth, and connection.
Are You?
🎩 Founding Member – High Table Edition
Legacy-tier membership at The Rufescent, reserved for our earliest contributors. Everything you receive is designed to reward, recognize, and remember.
| Description | ★Founder Member | Business (General) |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Membership Fee | 18,000Best Value | 20,000 |
| Assessment Fee | N/AWaived | 15,500 |
| Spouse / Partner | 6 Months AccessIncluded | Not Available |
| Reward Points | 180,000Bonus | N/A Must Earn |
| Soft Opening Invite with Founding Member Priority Card | YESExclusive | Not Available |
General Membership Tiers (Starting October 2025):
Founding Wall Recognition
Your name permanently engraved inside the hotel.
Example: In the lobby, a backlit marble wall reads: "Founding Members – Asma Cadabra | 2025"
Digital Founding Badge & Personal Link
Your own branded link and status to share.
Example: rufescent.ae/founders/asma-cadabra
Includes your photo, reason for joining, and events you've curated or attended.
Founding Member Newsletter
Monthly digital newsletter with private updates and perks.
Example: "Asma, you're invited to the VIP Spa Preview & first pick of concierge events next quarter."
Media Article Feature
Your story featured in Rufescent's official press launch.
Example: "Asma Cadabra, a venture strategist, joins Rufescent as one of its 100 High Table Founders."
Published in Entrepreneur Middle East or Rufescent Times.
Founding Member Directory Listing
Your name and profile listed in our private book and digital member area.
Example:
Name: Asma Cadabra
Role: Venture Strategist, A8Vest
Passions: Investment, Culture, Community
Access to 9 Curated High Table Brunches
Intimate founder gatherings over the year.
Example:
"Brunch #3: Women Who Build – Scaling with Intuition | Rooftop Black Fox | Invite-only."
Host Your Own High Table Panel
You curate a brunch theme and moderate the discussion.
Example:
"Curated by Asma Cadabra: Borderless Businesses & Creative Capital"
Members receive your agenda booklet and live insights after the session.
Unlimited Free Access to All Events, Year-Round
Entry to every event at The Rufescent.
Example: Speaker Series, Wine Tastings, Wellness Retreats, Business Labs — all complimentary with your card.
Your Path to Membership
A simple three-step process to secure your place in The Rufescent.
Complete your founding member registration
Provide your details and preferences
Click "Apply Now"
Begin your journey with a simple click
Your Founding Member Executive will contact you
For onboarding and benefits activation
"Being part of The Rufescent isn't just a membership. It's a Movement"
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