BNI HAPPENINGS — United States
United States
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| Tim Paulin and David and Kimberly Alexander host a traditional Louisiana crawfish boil at the beautiful Audubon Park. The turnout was great, and everyone enjoyed the crawfish feast. |
BNI’s U.S. National Conference was a big success and included some of the best of New Orleans. Mardi Gras was in the air as the conference sessions were opened and closed with lively jazz, colorful feathers and decorations.
This year’s conference was hosted by Louisiana’s Executive Director, Tim Paulin, Georgia’s Executive Directors, David and Kimberly Alexander, together with the enthusiastic teams from Louisiana, North Carolina, Georgia and the BNI Headquarters staff.
Directors and members alike said that the conference was a tremendous success. The presentations, panel discussions and breakout sessions were as enjoyable as they were informative.
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| Denis Chifuyise, BNI’s new National Director for Zimbabwe, presents a special gift to Dr. Ivan Misner. |
Directors of the Year Named
Executive Directors Connie Hinton of Washington/Idaho and Dan Georgevich of Michigan were announced as the U.S. Directors of the Year at the U.S. National Conference in May. Congratulations to both of them!
Submitted by Dr. Ivan Misner.
Michigan Members Perfect Presentations
On April 28, BNI members in Southfield, Michigan, attended the Advanced Training course on "10 Minute Presentations." Chuck Stevens (not pictured) facilitated the session where participants learned advanced techniques for taking their BNI membership to the next level.
Submitted by Dan Georgevich.
BNI HAPPENINGS — Canada
Competition on for Top Spot in B.C.
The Westshore chapter in Vancouver became the largest chapter in British Columbia, although several other chapters are in fierce competition for the number one position.
Submitted by Darrell Ross.
Chapters Share Big Breakfast, BNI-Style
Several chapters came together in Oakville, Ontario, for a joint networking breakfast to hear Don Morgan, National Director, outline several new programs that are being rolled out in the coming years.
Submitted by Christel Wintels.
BNI HAPPENINGS — Barbados
Director Awards Outstanding Contributions
The National Director’s Award was presented to Nancy Butcher of the Bridgetown chapter for her outstanding contribution to that chapter in BNI’s first year in Barbados. The photo shows outgoing President, Davidson Christmas (left), and National Director, Curtis Belgrave (right).
Submitted by Marva Belgrave.
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