Affliate Business Club
- Founded
- 2017-01-01 in Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Headquarters
- Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Affiliate Business Club (ABC) is a Netherlands-based community and event-organising company that serves the global affiliate marketing, media buying, and performance marketing industry. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the company operates as a membership platform that connects affiliates, operators, advertisers, and service providers through online networking, educational content, and both virtual and in-person events. Its flagship offering, the ABC Connect Meetup series, gathers industry professionals in major cities such as Budapest, with plans for expansion. The club also runs its own affiliate program, Pocket Partners, which promotes the Pocket Option trading platform and offers revenue share commissions of up to 80%. In addition, ABC organises industry awards and provides a tiered membership system that includes free and premium plans, the latter granting unlimited access to events and courses. With a team of 11–50 employees, the company positions itself as a central hub for networking, deal-making, and professional development in the affiliate space.
Detailed Review
Community and Events
Affiliate Business Club occupies a niche within the broader affiliate marketing ecosystem by focusing on community building and live networking rather than pure software or lead generation. Its primary value proposition is the ABC Connect Meetup – a recurring event that brings together affiliates, media buyers, and operators for high-value face-to-face interaction. These events are sponsored by industry partners and often feature photobooths, networking sessions, and exclusive deals.
Platform and Membership
The company’s online platform, redesigned in 2021 by freelancer Ashraf Hamdy, offers a custom-built membership interface with three tiers: a free account that provides limited monthly “coins” to attend events or courses, and a premium subscription (€30/month) that grants unlimited access plus a badge and customisable chat introductions. This structure encourages paid upgrades while keeping the barrier low for newcomers.
Affiliate Program and Awards
ABC also runs Pocket Partners, the official affiliate program of the trading platform Pocket Option. Through this program, affiliates can earn RevShare up to 80% along with exclusive bonuses and contests. The company has launched its first-ever industry awards, the ABC Awards, further cementing its role as a recogniser of talent in the affiliate space. Social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) are actively used to promote events, announce sponsors, and share affiliate marketing tips.
Market Position and Outlook
The company’s strength lies in its focused community approach and its ability to broker direct advertiser-affiliate relationships without middlemen. However, its reliance on events and a single major affiliate program (Pocket Partners) may limit scalability. The absence of a dedicated software platform (e.g., a tracking or analytics tool) means ABC is more a facilitator than a technology provider. Nonetheless, for affiliates seeking a curated peer network and exclusive live events, Affiliate Business Club offers a clear and attractive proposition.
Key Products
ABC Connect Meetup
In-person networking events for affiliate professionals, media buyers, and operators, held in cities like Budapest. Features sponsor booths, photobooth activations, and high-value industry discussions.
ABC Awards
Annual awards ceremony recognising innovation and leadership in the affiliate marketing industry. Nominations open for multiple categories; launched in 2025.
ABC Community Platform
Online membership portal with a coin-based economy (free tier: 5 coins/month; premium: unlimited coins, badge, custom chat intros). Includes courses, event booking, direct messaging, and a Tinder-like “Discover” feature for professional networking.
Pocket Partners (promoted program)
Official affiliate program of Pocket Option (trading platform) promoted through ABC. Offers up to 80% revenue share, exclusive bonuses, and direct advertiser relationships. Not an ABC-owned product but a key partnership.
Pocket Partners
The official affiliate programme of Pocket Option, offering revenue‑share of up to 80%, exclusive bonuses, contests and direct advertiser relationships.
ABC Online Community
A private membership platform where affiliates share tips, deals and networking opportunities, supplemented by a points‑based reward system (redeemable for courses, merchandise and traffic credits).
ABC Rewards Point System
An internal loyalty programme that allows members to exchange earned points for educational course credits, branded gear or traffic credits from partner ad networks.
Affiliate Business Club Community Platform
Online membership site with free and premium tiers. Offers networking, courses, and event access; uses a virtual “coins” system for free users.
Offices & Headcount
30 employees (approx.)
Key Persons
Akram HamamFounder