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The Philosophy of this unique organisation is built upon the idea that "Givers Gain" : by giving business to others, you will get business in return.

This follows the age old idea that "what goes around, comes around."

 

Belonging to BNI is like having dozens of sales people working for you ...

BNI provides a positive, supportive, and structured environment for the development and exchange of quality business referrals. It does so by helping you build personal relationships with dozens of other qualified business professionals.

Members carry several copies of your business cards around with them. When they meet someone who could use your products or services, they hand out your card and recommend you. It's as simple as that! It's simple because it's based on a proven concept of "Givers Gain."  If I give you business you'll give me business and we'll both benefit as a result.

With over 5,500 chapters and 135,000 members in 45 countries worldwide, BNI (Business Network Int'l.) is the world’s largest business and professional networking organization that offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and most importantly, referrals.

BNI is the most cost-effective form of marketing which provides a structured environment for the development and exchange of quality business referrals. If referrals are an important part of your business then BNI is the organization for you.

 

Who is in BNI?

Business professionals who want more referral business.

BNI requires that chapters review and select persons for membership in all job classifications based on qualifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age or handicap.

Visit a local chapter to find out how the structured and supportive system of BNI can help you increase your business. You will be amazed at what you will see in the meeting, guaranteed!

 

 

 Benefits

  • Increased exposure to many other business professionals
  • Substantially increase business through referrals
  • Learn to effectively talk about your business
  • Sharpen your presentation skills
  • Participation in up to 52 networking meetings per year
  • New Member Packet: Business card book, name badge holder, orientation CD, BNI pin
  • SuccessNet newsletters with educational material on networking, public speaking, and business
  • Member Success Program workshop
  • Advanced Education Series workshops
  • Leadership Team Training
  • Participation in business tradeshows
  • Participation in local conferences
  • And much, much more!

 

(*) Note, some professions, specifically attorneys and certain health care professionals, may not be permitted to seek direct referrals through in-person solicitation through the use of business cards pursuant to their ethical code. Members of BNI that belong to these professions are directed to follow their profession's own ethical guidelines.