The chapter has generated over 550 referrals for member businesses since June 2010, which generated over $1.9 million worth for its members and the local community.
BNI was founded in 1985 by Ivan R. Misner, Ph.D., author of The World's Best Known Marketing Secret, Business by Referral, Masters of Networking, Masters of Success, Masters in Sales, It's in the Cards!, Truth or Delusion?, The 29% Solution, and Networking Like a Pro.
"Our style of networking is based on the philosophy Givers Gain

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