Frequently Asked Questions

About Gobundance

  • Gobundance is an exclusive, peer-led mastermind for high-achieving men focused on whole-life transformation, not just business growth. Built on the Six Pillars framework, it combines radical accountability through weekly "Gopods," bucket-list adventures, and an authentic global brotherhood of 800+ entrepreneurs and investors committed to building wealth, health, relationships, and legacy.

  • Gobundance was founded in 2012 by David Osborn, Pat Hiban, and Tim Rhode – three successful entrepreneurs who realized that traditional success metrics left them feeling empty. What started as a personal accountability pact among "The Three Amigos" evolved into a global brotherhood of high-achieving men. They didn't set out to build an organization. They set out to answer one question: How do we live fully, not just successfully? Gobundance is the system they created – and it's now the tribe 800+ men call home.

  • At Gobundance, we believe in building a life that's exceptional on every level. We reject the idea that you must sacrifice your health, relationships, or purpose to build wealth. We stand for whole-life mastery through the Six Pillars: Age-Defying Health, Extreme Accountability, Horizontal Income, Bucket List Adventures, Authentic Relationships, and Genuine Contribution.

    We believe the men around you determine your ceiling – and that greatness requires a mirror and a tribe who won't let you coast. This isn't networking. This is brotherhood built on shared values, radical honesty, and the refusal to settle.

  • Gobundance has over 800 active members across Elite and Champion tiers. Our members represent a collective net worth exceeding $7 billion and include entrepreneurs, investors, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners from diverse industries. But size isn't the goal – caliber is. Every member has been vetted for financial standing, character, and commitment to growth. We intentionally limit growth to protect the depth of connection and cultural integrity that makes this tribe different.

  • Gobundance exists to help high-achieving men build legendary lives across every dimension – not just financial success, but whole-life mastery. Our mission is to create an environment where ambitious entrepreneurs and leaders can grow in wealth, health, relationships, adventure, and impact simultaneously. We believe success without fulfillment is failure, and that the right tribe accelerates transformation in ways no individual effort can match. 

    And the impact multiplies. One man living with intention can elevate hundreds of lives – through how he leads, how he serves, and how he shows up every day. Our goal is to touch 10 million lives  by 2028 – through the men we serve and the legacies they create. Because when great men grow, they don’t grow alone.

  • Yes. Gobundance is men-only because men communicate, bond, and hold each other accountable differently in same-gender spaces. When the performance pressure drops and the need to impress diminishes, men speak more honestly about fear, failure, and struggle – conversations that rarely happen in mixed environments.

    This isn't about exclusion; it's about the efficacy of the environment. It's about creating the conditions where men actually drop their armor and open up. With 1 in 5 men reporting zero close friends and male isolation at crisis levels, we believe men need spaces where they can be fully seen without the masks they've worn their entire lives.

    We deeply value partnership and family – programs like Gowives, Fambundance, and Gotribe ensure transformation extends beyond the member to his entire household.

    For women entrepreneurs and leaders seeking a similar culture of growth and accountability, our sister organization is available at gobundancewomen.com.

  • Gobundance is a tribe, not a program. Unlike guru-led masterminds focused on business tactics or wealth preservation groups like Tiger 21, we're a peer-driven community where members hold each other accountable across The Six Pillars: Age-Defying Health, Extreme Accountability, Horizontal Income, Bucket List Adventures, Authentic Relationships, and Genuine Contribution. 

    Through weekly small-group meetings, transformative in-person events and bucket-list experiences, and year-round brotherhood, members don't just grow their net worth – they master their entire lives. We're the only mastermind built exclusively for men seeking whole-life excellence, not one-dimensional success.

Membership Tiers & Requirements

  • Gobundance offers three distinct membership tiers.

    1. Elite membership is for entrepreneurs and investors with a seven-figure net worth or significant income and assets.


    2. Champion membership is designed for ultra-high-net-worth individuals ($10M+) seeking a more exclusive peer group.

    Elite and Champion members participate together in most Gobundance experiences, though Champion members also gain access to exclusive Champion-only events and gatherings.

    3. Emerge is a separate membership ecosystem designed for ambitious rising leaders building toward their first million. Emerge members have their own dedicated events, Gopods, and programming tailored to their stage of growth. 

    While Emerge provides the same accountability frameworks and transformation engine that has helped hundreds scale from six to seven figures, it operates independently from Elite and Champion experiences.

  • Elite membership requires a net worth of $1M+ (excluding primary residence) or $200K+ annual income with $500K+ net worth.

    Champion membership requires a verified net worth of $10M+. This tier is designed for men who have already achieved significant wealth and are focused on legacy, impact, and surrounding themselves with an exclusive peer group operating at the highest level.

    Emerge membership has no net worth or income requirement. It's built for ambitious men on the path to their first million who are ready for the accountability and frameworks that will accelerate their journey.

    Beyond financials, all members across every tier are vetted for character, cultural fit, and commitment to whole-life growth. We don't accept everyone. That's the point.

  • If you're below the Elite financial threshold but ready for this level of accountability, Emerge is your pathway in.

    Emerge is designed for ambitious men building toward their first million. It has no net worth or income requirement – just a hunger to grow and a willingness to be held to a higher standard. Emerge operates as its own dedicated ecosystem with separate events, Gopods, and programming tailored to men at your stage of the journey.

    You'll gain access to the same accountability frameworks, proven tools like the One Sheet and Life Happiness Index, and the transformation engine that has helped hundreds of members scale from six to seven figures and beyond. The difference isn't the quality of the experience – it's the peer group composition matched to where you are now.

    If you're hungry, coachable, and ready to accelerate your trajectory through radical accountability, Emerge is your entry point into the tribe.

  • We encourage you to apply even if you're slightly below the stated net worth thresholds. The financial requirements exist to ensure alignment and commitment, but we evaluate the whole person – your trajectory, your mindset, and your readiness for this level of accountability. If you're close to the threshold and clearly on an upward path, we want to talk to you.

  • No. Gobundance has no age restrictions. Our members range from men in their late 20s to those in their 70s. What matters isn't your age – it's your mindset, your drive, and your readiness to be challenged. 

    We've seen 28-year-old entrepreneurs outpace 50-year-old executives in growth, and we've watched men in their 60s redefine what's possible for their health and impact. The common thread isn't age. It's ambition, humility, and the refusal to coast.

  • Yes. While Gobundance was founded in the United States and many of our in-person events are U.S.-based, we have members across the globe. Virtual Gopod meetings make weekly accountability accessible regardless of location, and our event calendar includes international adventures and gatherings. If you're willing to commit to participation despite the distance, geography won't disqualify you.

Application & Vetting Process

  • Within 24-48 hours of submitting your application, our team will review it for initial alignment. If we see potential fit, you'll receive an invitation to schedule a screening call with a Membership Advisor – a 30-45 minute conversation to explore your goals, discuss the membership, and determine mutual alignment.

    If that conversation goes well, you'll be invited to a final interview with a Member Ambassador, an active Gobundance member who makes the ultimate decision on your invitation. All approved candidates undergo a background check, and Champion-tier applicants complete financial verification.

    The entire process typically takes 2-3 weeks from application to decision. 

  • We're looking for men who are already successful but refuse to coast. Men who have outgrown their current circle and are ready to be challenged. Men who value accountability over comfort, depth over networking, and transformation over tactics. Beyond financial qualification, we evaluate character, cultural fit, humility, and a genuine commitment to whole-life growth. We don't need polished resumes – we're looking for men willing to be vulnerable, honest, and committed to calling others higher while being called higher themselves. If you're the kind of man who reads this and thinks "that's me," you're exactly who we're looking for.

Investment & Billing

  • Champion Membership: $20,000 per year
    For ultra-high-net-worth individuals ($10M+ verified net worth) seeking a more exclusive peer group. Billed annually.

    Elite Membership: $12,500 per year
    For entrepreneurs and investors with a seven-figure net worth or $200K+ income with $500K+ net worth. Billed annually.

    Emerge Membership: $500 per month
    For ambitious rising leaders building toward their first million. No annual commitment required.

    The price is intentional – it filters for commitment and ensures every man in the tribe is serious about transformation, not just curious about networking.

    In a tribe of 800+ millionaires, your ROI isn't determined by the fee – it's determined by how seriously you show up.The question isn't "Can I afford this?" It's "Am I the kind of man who will make this the best investment I've ever made?"

  • Membership fees are billed annually via credit card or ACH bank transfer. Elite and Champion memberships renew automatically each year unless you choose to cancel. Emerge membership is billed monthly with no annual commitment.

  • The membership fee covers your full access to Gopods, the online community, accountability frameworks, family programs, and one national mastermind event per year for Elite and Champion members. Emerge members pay per event.

    Beyond that, some costs are separate:

    • Additional national events: Elite and Champion members can attend a second national event for $499 per event. 

    • Regional masterminds: Multi-day regional gatherings require separate registration fees.

    • Premium adventures and experiences: Bucket-list trips are paid for separately.

    • Travel expenses for included events: While one national event registration per year is covered, you're responsible for your own flights, lodging, ground transportation, and any personal expenses.

    • Local chapter activities: Occasionally involve small costs (dinners, activities) determined by the chapter.

    Think of the membership as access to the tribe and the core infrastructure. Your first national event each year is on us. Beyond that, you invest in the experiences that serve your growth most.

  • Gobundance membership fees are non-refundable.

    When you join, you're not just purchasing access. You're earning a seat in a curated tribe of high-caliber men. Your Gopod is formed around you. Resources are allocated. The tribe invests in you from day one.

    Elite and Champion memberships renew annually unless you cancel at least 60 days before your renewal date. You can cancel anytime, but there are no partial refunds.

    Emerge membership is month-to-month with no annual commitment. You can cancel anytime, and your access continues through the end of your billing cycle.

    If life circumstances change dramatically (health crisis, family emergency, etc.), please reach out to our team.

The Gobundance Experience

  • Members gain immediate access to weekly virtual "Gopod" accountability groups, year-round in-person events and adventures, the global Gobundance community, and exclusive frameworks like the One Sheet and Life Happiness Index. Family programs (GoWives, Fambundance, GoTribe) ensure your spouse and kids grow alongside you. You also unlock access to private investment opportunities, tactical masterminds (Micro Tribes), local chapter meetups, and a brotherhood of 800+ high-achieving men committed to calling you higher. This isn't information – it's transformation through consistent accountability and authentic connection.

  • A Gopod is your personal board of directors – a curated accountability group of 4-5 high-caliber peers who meet weekly or biweekly (virtually) to track progress, challenge assumptions, and hold each other to the highest standard.

    Each meeting follows a proven agenda designed to accelerate growth across all Six Pillars. You'll share wins, struggles, and goals openly. You'll present your One Sheet quarterly to show exactly where you are in wealth, health, relationships, and impact. And most importantly, you'll be called out when you're drifting – because your Gopod won't let you coast.

    The Gopod is a high-performance ritual where elite men refuse to let each other settle. Many members say their Gopod is the single most valuable aspect of membership.

  • Gopods are strategically matched based on stage of life, business and personal development goals, geographic distribution, and personality profile. Our team takes into account your industry, net worth trajectory, family situation, and areas where you're seeking the most growth.

    The goal isn't just compatibility – it's constructive tension. We want peers who will push you, not just affirm you. Men who are slightly ahead in areas where you're climbing, and men you can mentor in areas where you're strong.

    Many Gopods stay together for years, though members can request reassignment if dynamics shift. The matching process ensures you're surrounded by men who will demand your best while giving you theirs.

  • The One Sheet is Gobundance's flagship accountability tool – a single-page document where you track what matters most: including net worth, horizontal income, debt, weight, body fat percentage, bucket list adventures, Life Happiness Index, and quarterly goals.

    Every quarter, you present your One Sheet to your Gopod. There's nowhere to hide. If your business is growing but your marriage is deteriorating, it shows. If your bank account is healthy but your body is breaking down, you can't ignore it.

    This creates radical transparency. It forces you to measure what you've been avoiding and confront the gaps between who you say you want to be and who you actually are. The One Sheet is uncomfortable – and that's exactly why it works. What gets measured gets managed. What gets shared gets transformed.

  • The Life Happiness Index is a proprietary assessment tool that audits your fulfillment across the key dimensions of a legendary life – relationships, health, purpose, adventure, contribution, and more. It gives you a brutally honest score on what's actually working and what's quietly eroding.

    Most successful men optimize their portfolios and P&L religiously but never measure the quality of their personal life. The LHI changes that. It's a diagnostic that reveals where you're thriving and where you're just going through the motions.

    Members use the LHI to set intentional goals, track progress over time, and ensure they're not sacrificing fulfillment for achievement. Because a high net worth with a low happiness score isn't success – it's an expensive midlife crisis waiting to happen.

  • Micro Tribes are specialized mastermind groups within Gobundance focused on specific areas of growth: real estate investing, business scaling, health optimization, legacy planning, faith, AI, crypto, and more. They meet monthly or biweekly (usually virtually) for deep-dive discussions and tactical knowledge-sharing.

    While Gopods address your whole life, Micro Tribes let you go deep in specific domains. Want to learn multifamily syndication? Join the Multi Family Micro Tribe. Optimizing for longevity? The Getting and Staying Fit Micro Tribe is your room.

    Dozens of Micro Tribes are available – and if you don't see one that fits, you can start your own. Participation is optional but highly valuable.

  • Local Chapters are regional groups of Gobundance members who meet (usually monthly) for face-to-face connection, accountability, and collaboration. Think of it as your local board of directors – men in your city or region who understand your challenges and opportunities because they're navigating the same market, the same pressures, and often the same stage of life.

    Chapter meetups range from structured mastermind sessions to casual dinners, workouts, or adventure activities. The format varies, but the purpose is consistent: create regular, in-person touchpoints with high-caliber men who live near you.

    Not every city has a chapter yet, but where they exist, members consistently report that local connection amplifies the value of the national tribe. It's one thing to have brothers across the country. It's another to have them down the street.

  • At minimum, expect 1 hour per week for your Gopod meeting. That's the non-negotiable core of the experience.

    Beyond that, time commitment scales with how deeply you engage:

    MicroTribes: 1-2 hours/month (optional)

    Local Chapters: 2-3 hours/month (optional, if available in your area)

    Quarterly Events: 3-4 days per event (typically 3-4 events per year)

    Online Community: As much or as little as you want

    Here's what members learn quickly: Gobundance operates on reciprocity. 

    The quality of time and attention you invest comes back to you multiplied – in connections that matter, breakthroughs you wouldn't have found alone, and results that compound over time. Show up fully, contribute generously, and lean into the uncomfortable conversations, and the tribe will accelerate your growth in ways no solo effort can match. Treat it like another obligation on your calendar, and you'll wonder what the hype is about.

    You get out of this tribe exactly what you put into it.

  • No. Gobundance is a peer-led tribe, not a coaching program or guru-driven mastermind.

    There's no single expert teaching you a framework. There's no curriculum you're expected to follow. There's no certification at the end.

    Instead, you're surrounded by 800+ entrepreneurs and investors who share their real-world wins, losses, and lessons openly. The value comes from collective wisdom, not top-down instruction. Your Gopod holds you accountable, not a coach. Your breakthroughs come from being challenged by peers who are in the arena with you, not from someone selling you their system.

    We do bring in world-class speakers and experts at events, but they're supplemental. The core driver of transformation is peer-to-peer accountability and authentic brotherhood. If you're looking for a coach to tell you what to do, this isn't it. If you're looking for a tribe that won't let you stay where you are, you're in the right place.

  • Yes – but it's organic, not orchestrated.

    Gobundance isn't a deal-flow platform or investment group, but when you surround yourself with 800+ successful entrepreneurs and investors, opportunities naturally emerge. Members partner on real estate syndications, co-invest in startups, refer clients, introduce strategic partners, and collaborate on ventures all the time.

    The difference is trust. These aren't cold introductions at a networking event. These are men who've sat in Gopods together, shared their One Sheets, and proven their character over months or years. When a deal surfaces, you're not evaluating a stranger – you're partnering with a brother.

    Many members report that a single connection or partnership from Gobundance has generated returns far exceeding their membership investment. But that's a byproduct of authentic relationships, not the primary purpose. We're not here to chase deals. We're here to build the kind of men other successful people want to partner with.

  • The Six Pillars are Gobundance's proven framework for building a legendary life across every dimension – not just financial success, but whole-life mastery.

    Age-Defying Health: Your body is your most important asset. We treat physical excellence as a pillar of success, not an afterthought.

    Extreme Accountability: True growth requires more than goals – it demands a tribe that holds you to the fire when comfort tries to creep in.

    Horizontal Income: It's not what you make, but what you do with what you make. Build income streams that work when you don't.

    Bucket List Adventures: Life is short. Push your limits, expand your worldview, and create memories that matter – with men who refuse to settle for safe.

    Authentic Relationships: Success means nothing without deep connection. Build the kind of brotherhood that shows up when it counts.

    Genuine Contribution: True abundance comes from giving back. Your legacy isn't your bank account – it's the lives you elevate.

    These aren't aspirational values on a wall. They're standards, lived and measured by every member. This is the blueprint for refusing one-dimensional success.


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