King Kong Business Club
The King Kong Business Club is the exclusive business networking program of AFFR. It’s specifically designed for professionals and companies active in the architecture, construction, and real estate sectors who share a passion for the city and architecture as expressed through film.
In short, the King Kong Business Club is more than just a networking club; it’s a community that leverages the power of film to deepen the professional and cultural dialogue about the built environment, while offering members the chance to broaden their horizons and actively contribute to shaping the future of the city.
What are the key aspects of the King Kong Business Club:?
An exclusive network
The club offers a platform for like-minded professionals to network, exchange ideas, and collaborate. It’s an opportunity to connect with decision-makers, innovators, and experts within the built environment.
In-depth analysis
Members gain access to profound discussions, analyses, and previews of the latest trends and challenges in architecture and urban planning. This often takes place in the form of private gatherings, debates, and premieres that extend beyond the regular festival program.
Visibility and profiling
Membership provides an opportunity to profile one’s organization within a high-quality cultural and business network. Involvement with AFFR and the King Kong Business Club is recognized and valued.
Cultural engagement
By becoming a member, you directly contribute to AFFR. This festival is a significant cultural event in Rotterdam that stimulates dialogue about the city and architecture, reaching a broad audience. Members help realize innovative programs and support talent.
VIP treatment at AFFR
Members of the King Kong Business Club enjoy special benefits during the festival, such as priority access and exclusive receptions, guaranteeing an optimal festival experience.
Join the King Kong Business Club
Build Your Network, Enrich the City!
Are you a professional in architecture, construction, or real estate? Do you want to connect in a unique way with like-minded leaders while contributing to an essential cultural event? Then the King Kong Business Club is the place for you! It’s an exclusive network that not only offers business opportunities but also directly contributes to the cultural vibrancy of Rotterdam!
As a member of the King Kong Business Club, you’ll step into an exclusive network of decision-makers, innovators, and experts within the built environment. But we’re more than just a networking club: we’re a community that leverages the power of film to deepen and enrich the conversation about the city and architecture. The King Kong Business Club is where you not only expand your network but also broaden your horizons and actively co-shape the future of the built environment. This is your chance to inspire, be inspired, and be part of something unique in Rotterdam.
Want to learn more?
For more information about the membership, email kingkong@affr.nl, or contact Herman van Dongen, Director of AFFR, directly at herman@affr.nl, and discover what the King Kong Business Club can mean for your organisation.
Board
The current board consists of chairman Rob Vester, secretary Sjoerd Berghuis, treasurer Rogier Mentink and board members Arco Smit & Jasper Kuijs.






















