The network for ambitious young professionals where equestrian sport and business come together.
Cross & Connect is an exclusive community for young entrepreneurs, professionals, and talented athletes. Military Boekelo-Enschede sets the scene. Mindset matters more than your job title.
What is Cross & Connect?
We believe the strongest professional relationships are built through shared experiences. In the atmosphere of Military Boekelo-Enschede, we offer a unique platform where young talent and established names meet in a relaxed yet exclusive setting.
Equestrian Sport
Experience the world-class level of equestrian sport and eventing up close. The adrenaline of the cross-country course sets the stage for new encounters.
Network
Build lasting relationships within an exclusive network of ambitious professionals (18+) from a wide range of sectors.
Business
Meet entrepreneurs and professionals both inside and outside the equestrian world whom you normally would not easily encounter.
What do you get as a member?
Six reasons to sign up
Exclusive lounge right alongside the course during the Military.
A network of young, ambitious professionals, talented athletes, and entrepreneurs from across the Netherlands.
Kick-off event with the board and members, including a welcome gift.
Community dinner in summer with a guest speaker from sport or business.
Exclusive access to companies and meetings with entrepreneurs and decision-makers behind the scenes.
Priority access to new events and partnerships.
Agenda 2026
The moments to look forward to
Active all year round, with the Military as the anchor point.
Spring / Kick-off drinks
Member gathering
Location to be announced
The first gathering of the board and members. Informal, personal, and focused on getting to know each other.
October 2026 / 1 to 4 October
Military Boekelo-Enschede
Boekelo, Enschede
The most important event of the year. A day of top-level sport, hospitality, and networking from the Cross & Connect lounge.
A fit for you if...
- You are an ambitious professional, entrepreneur, or athlete aged 18 or older.
- You value quality over quantity in your network.
- You have a passion for top-level sport and unique events.
- You want to contribute to a vibrant community.
Not for you if...
- You are only interested in exchanging business cards.
- You have no affinity with the prestige of the Military.
- You prefer to watch passively rather than take part actively in the community.
Membership
Become a member
Annual Pass
Full access throughout the year.
€ 330
/ excl. VAT per year
or €82.50 per quarter
All-day Access
Free access to the Military grounds and the exclusive Cross & Connect Lounge during Saturday cross-country.
Hospitality
Includes premium catering, drinks, and access to the Cross & Connect Lounge overlooking the course.
Community
Listing in the member directory and access to the private communication channels.
Extra Events
Invitations to preview evenings and networking events throughout the year.
The founders
The people behind Cross & Connect
Cross & Connect was founded by a group that has been visiting the Military for years and believes the event can be more than just a day out.
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