From the Freemasons to Yale’s Skull & Bones, secret societies have fascinated us for centuries. They have shaped politics, funded revolutions, and influenced culture from the shadows.
But why do they exist in the first place?
At their core, secret societies answer a deep human need, the need for belonging, protection and purpose.
The Human Drivers Behind Secret Societies
Belonging
They create a tribe of people who “get it”, who share similar ambitions, values and struggles.
Status
They offer exclusivity and the feeling of being chosen.
Knowledge
They promise access to wisdom that outsiders cannot reach.
Protection
They create a safe space to share ideas, fears and plans without judgement.
These motivations are not mysterious. They are deeply human.
The Fundamentals of Any Great Society
Every secret society, from Illuminati myths to the Seven Society, rests on a few core pillars.
Shared Vision
A clear reason for existing, whether that is shaping culture, advancing science or supporting one another.
Confidentiality
A mutual understanding that what is shared inside stays inside. This is the foundation of trust.
Curation
Carefully selecting members who contribute to the group’s collective value and alignment.
Strip away the symbolism and secrecy, and these principles are surprisingly simple.
Cabal, A Modern Society for Founders
Cabal takes these timeless principles and applies them to the founder experience, minus the secret handshakes and cryptic rituals.
Curated Peer Groups
We bring together founders at a similar stage, ready to learn and grow together.
Confidential Conversations
A safe space for candid discussion about the real challenges of building a business.
Shared Vision
We are united by a single goal, to help each other grow our companies and thrive as leaders.
Where old-world societies plotted in the dark, we gather in the open. We share ideas, give honest feedback and back one another properly.
Find Your Circle
The need for belonging, trust and shared ambition has not changed. Only the format has.
If you are building something ambitious and want to do it alongside people who understand the pressure, the responsibility and the opportunity, Cabal might be your circle.
Ready to join a modern-day society for founders?
Apply to Cabal and find your circle.
