BNI Atlanta Hosted an exciting event entitled "Masters of Networking" in September, 2003.  An estimated 250 people were in attendance to hear Dr. Ivan Misner, BNI's Founder and CEO, speak on "Networking for Cave Dwellers."  Other featured speakers included Patti Salvucci  on "Networking Secrets" and Tom Fleming gave a talk on "The Law of Attraction."

Getting the Biggest Impact from Your Smallest Ad

Dr. Ivan Misner, author of the New York Times bestseller, Masters of Networking, together with two of his BNI colleagues, Candace Bailly and Dan Georgevich, are pleased to announce the release of their newest book, It's In the Cards.

On Sale Now! -- It's In the Cards is truly unique.  Each full-color page reveals how a simple business card can be attention-getting, pleasing, informative, and memorable -- even a work of art!   But most importantly a business card can be your smallest and most effective form of advertising.

Join BNI's Member Extravaganza winners on a 4-day, 3-night trip to exciting Orlando, Florida, from October 17 through October 20th, 2003.  BNI will be staying at the fabulous Caribe Royale Resort Suites and Villas.  This resort has a truly authentic Caribbean feeling.

The trip includes a FREE Networking Workshop presented by Dr. Ivan Misner, Founder & CEO of BNI -- and also a mixer and a pass to Disney World.

Announcing the Release of the July/August issue of SuccessNet Online!

Members and non-members alike are welcome to subscribe to this FREE online newsletter.

Subscriptions to the informative on-line newsletter have increased to 37,000 subscribers world wide! 

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On July 16, 2003, the Laguna Hills, California, Chapter was pleased to host Dr. Ivan Misner as their guest for Visitor's Day -- and to celebrate their chapter's 10th Anniversary.

Over 75 enthusiastic members and guests attended and listened to Dr. Misner's presentation of "Networking for Cavedwellers."

Why do some people succeed while others struggle?  The difference is more than what they know, it's their "social capital."

What is "social capital?"   Now you can learn about it through an exciting new course instructed by Dr. Ivan Misner, the Founder and CEO of BNI--Business Network Int'l. "Networks and Social Capital" will be offered exclusively through California State Polytechnic University, Pomona -- and will begin in September of 2003.  The course will detail ways of building a personal network, both of knowledge and business contacts.

Introducing yourself -- and others -- is a fundamental networking skill.  Learn how to prepare the ideal introduction and improve your results!

Learn how to make your introductions both effective and memorable in the latest article written by Dr. Ivan Misner for Entrepreneur.com.

The Certified Networker Program is growing rapidly -- expanding into new areas around the globe.  The program is a customized course designed to help you become more effective and productive at giving and receiving referrals and growing your business.

Beginning in September, 2003, the Certified Networker Program will be available in a New Location in the Greater Los Angeles/Inland Empire area of Southern California.

BNI  Welcomes   The Netherlands!  

After weeks of hard work, we are pleased to announce the formal launch for The Netherlands
BNI Chapter--meeting at The Hague.

On July 2, 2003, BNI's newest country launched with 19 members.  An overwhelming 85 visitors marked the occasion, surprising everyone with the huge turnout!

The "Rapid Referral" Chapter is certainly doing something right!   In July this chapter was presented with the prestigious Founder's Award.

This chapter hails from the town of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, north in the "Land of 10,000 Referrals."  The Rapid Referral Chapter is truly honored to receive the Founder's Award --only four months after their kickoff!

The BNI-Misner Charitable Foundation is pleased to present its fifth annual Leadership Scholarship Award to a student of Gladstone High School for the 2003-2004 school year.

The Misner Leadership Scholarship is awarded to one college-bound student each year from Gladstone High School, Azusa Unified School District, located in Southern California.

Learn creative new ways to drum up new business by encouraging existing customers to send friends your way.

Learn how incentive programs really work in the latest article written by Dr. Ivan Misner for Entrepreneur.com

Over the last eight years, BNI has been highlighted in more than 500 radio, TV, magazine, and newspaper articles around the world.

This positive exposure by the media has helped BNI become the world's largest referral organization.

 

BNI, the world's largest referral organization, and Brian Buffini's Providence Systems have recently agreed to a reciprocal referral relationship between the two organizations.  Providence Systems is now America's largest Real Estate training and coaching company.

As the Founder and Chairman of Providence Systems, Brian Buffini has developed and refined a powerful marketing system, making him one of the top Realtors and trainers in the nation. 

Business Cards are important!  In fact, they could be the most powerful part of your marketing plan.

Learn what makes an effective business card in the latest article written by Dr. Ivan Misner for Entrepreneur.com.

On October 3, 2003, Marlborough, Massachusetts was the site of the first "Beyond Networking Conference" -- uniting BNI Chapters with the Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce -- into one mega-networking event.  Over 270 people attended the conference -- eager to hear the outstanding speakers and presentations.

BNI Members are invited to the Members' Session of the BNI International Conference, on Friday, November 14, 2003 -- to be held in Brea, California.

This is an exciting opportunity to meet and network with other BNI members from Southern California -- as well as Directors from all over the World! -- and you are invited to attend!

BNI is pleased to announce another successful chapter launch in Stuttgart, Germany.  The 16 core-group members were very pleased with the sellout crowd - as nearly 100 special visitors joined them to witness and celebrate the launch of "Nett-Worker" Chapter of Stuttgart.

BNI's Member Extravagaza for 2003 was a tremendous success!   In the United States, the 130 winners of the membership drive recently received a trip to beautiful Orlando, Florida -- where they enjoyed four days and three nights of fun at the Caribe Royale Resort.  In addition, thousands of new members are now enjoying the benefits and privileges of BNI Membership.

BNI Israel was recently the host for a joint meeting and workshop -- with a very special guest from America.  Sam Schwartz, Executive Director of BNI in Northern Virginia, was the distinguished guest speaker before an eager audience of over 60 members and directors.

Charity Will Route Gifts for Rebuilding Efforts

During the recent wildfires in Southern California, many people have expressed concern for residents, members, and the staff at BNI Headquarters.  Many have also expressed a desire to help following the destructive firestorms.  Now you can participate in the assistance and rebuilding efforts through the BNI-Misner Charitable Foundation.

BNI has proudly concluded its International Directors' Conference for 2003.  Nearly 300 Directors and 200 members attended from 16 Different Countries --
eager to meet with each other and  share their enthusiasm about BNI.  

Spanning the week of November 10th through November 15th, the conference was packed with training, workshops, seminars and breakout sessions.

What does this new law mean for your business's networking efforts?

Q: How will the Do Not Call Registry here in the United States affect my ability to follow up on referrals for new business?

The BNI Foundation is supporting the Claremont Home Tour for the Holidays.  Proceeds go to Claremont High School.

Members and Friends in Southern California are invited to attend this fun event.

Don't let a bad economy be your excuse for failure.  Instead, make it your opportunity to succeed!

Learn about the value of your social capital in a new article written by networking expert, Dr. Ivan Misner, for the premier issue of Nightingale-Conant's AdvantEdge Magazine Online.

Now you can hear radio interviews with BNI's Founder and CEO, Dr. Ivan Misner, conducted by Jim Blasingame of "The Small Business Advocate Radio Show."

Hear all of the radio interviews you may have missed -- including such valuable topics as:  "No Call" Legislation, small business advertising and techniques for successful word-of-mouth marketing.  Listen in and make your business grow!

BNI is pleased to welcome Spain into its world family.  Now meeting in the sunny, eastern seaside community of Javea, Alicante Spain, the "Primero" or "First" chapter officially launched on Friday, November 7th with an enthusiastic group of 75 in attendance.  Now boasting 28 members, BNI Spain is certainly off to a fantastic start!

(Photo Left to Right -- Rob Davis--Vice President,  Elaine Barclay--President, Mark Trowbridge National Director, Debbie Light--Treasurer/Secretary, Primero Chapter--Javea)