Networking Group - BNI

🗓️ Typical BNI Weekly Meeting Agenda (90 Minutes)

⏰ 1. Open Networking (15 minutes)

• Members and visitors mingle
• Exchange business cards and build rapport
• Light refreshments (if applicable)

🎤 2. Welcome & Introductions (5 minutes)

• Chapter President opens the meeting
• Welcomes members and visitors
• Reviews the purpose of BNI: “Givers Gain”

📋 3. Purpose & Overview (5 minutes)

• Brief explanation of BNI’s mission and structure
• Visitor orientation reminder
• Housekeeping announcements

🧠 4. Education Moment (5 minutes)

• Educational Coordinator shares a tip or insight
• Focus on networking, referrals, or business growth

🗣️ 5. Member Weekly Presentations (30–45 minutes)

• Each member gives a 60-second update:
• • Name, business, ideal referral
  • Recent wins or specific asks
• Visitors may also introduce themselves briefly

🎯 6. Featured Speaker (10 minutes)

• One member gives a deeper dive into their business
• Educates the group on services, ideal clients, and how to refer them

🔁 7. Referrals & Testimonials (10 minutes)

• Members pass referral slips
• Share thank-you’s for closed business
• Give testimonials for other members

📈 8. Membership & Chapter Updates (5 minutes)

• Vice President shares stats:
• • Referrals passed
  • Closed business
  • Attendance
• Membership Committee updates

🧾 9. Visitor Feedback & Invitations (5 minutes)

• Visitors share impressions
• Members invite guests to future meetings

🏁 10. Closing & Networking (5 minutes)

• President wraps up
• Reminders for next meeting
• Informal networking continues