Belonging to BNI is like having dozens of sales people working for you… …because all of them carry several copies of your business cards around with them. When they meet someone who could use your products or services, they take out your card and recommend you.* It’s as simple as that! It’s simple because it’s based on a proven concept by BNI Founder, Dr. Ivan Misner, called “Givers Gain(R).” If I give you business...

Our Philosophy The philosophy of this organization is built upon the idea of Givers Gain(R): By giving business to others, you will get business in return. This is predicated on the age-old idea of “What goes around, comes around.” Our Mission The mission of BNI is to help members increase their business through a structured, positive, and professional “word-of-mouth” program that enables them to develop long-term, meaningful relationships...

Western Slope BNI gives each member the opportunity to apply for the Leadership Team.   If chosen to hold a role on the Leadership Team, you will be trained and supported during the entire time you are in office.  This is a wonderful opportunity to gain valuable skills that will transfer into your professional life outside of BNI. The three positions that make up the main Leadership Team are President, Vice President and Secretary/Treasurer. Other chapter...

Your Personal Invitation All networking events were not created equal and BNI strives to create a structured and positive environment that has a proven track record for passing business. This is not your ordinary networking opportunity where you are thrown into a room with a bunch of strangers and expected to create business. Join us for a meeting and discover the difference for yourself. Here are the current meetings in the Western Slope area, we would be...

Meet the Founder of BNI Biography, Ivan R. Misner, Ph.D. Dr. Ivan Misner is the Founder & Chairman of BNI, the world’s largest business networking organization. BNI was founded in 1985. The organization has over 5,500 chapters throughout every populated continent of the world. Last year alone, BNI generated 6.2 million referrals resulting in $2.6 billion dollars worth of business for its members. Dr. Misner’s Ph.D. is from the University of Southern...

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