BNI is pleased to announce that chapter meetings are now taking place in the African country of Zimbabwe -- and are now being held in the capital city of Harare.

If you wish to build a powerful personal network, branch out. Build a diverse network of professional contacts -- with members from various backgrounds.

Learn how to diversify your network in the latest article written by Dr. Ivan Misner for Entrepreneur.com

BNI has recently added some exciting new products -- designed to help you network with convenience and style!

BNI Scotland's regions recently hosted an afternoon workshop with special guest speaker, Dr. Ivan Misner, BNI's Founder and CEO.

Described as a "rare opportunity" to meet the Founder, over 175 members and BNI Directors from all the regions of Scotland gathered in the city of Scone for an afternoon of learning and sharing.

BNI is pleased to announce the final statistics through December 2003.

Total Chapters:  3,050
Total Members:  60,000 (approx.)
in 16 Countries (Spain was the most recent)

BNI passed over 2.8 million referrals, resulting in more than $1.2 billion U.S. Dollars' worth of business for our members in 2003.

How is the value of referrals calculated?

BNI is proud to announce that a strategic alliance has been created with BNI and the Referral Institute.  The Referral Institute provides packaged and customized referral training programs and coaching for individuals and companies.  It was founded by some of the same people who established BNI, the world's largest and most successful business networking organization.

BNI is pleased to announce the formation of a strategic alliance with ZeroDegrees.  ZeroDegrees is a revolutionary new software technology that can help you and your business tap into the power of your "social network."  Discover the hidden potential of your relationships with friends and colleagues -- to increase your network, generate more referrals and help your business grow!

It pays to encourage people to spread the word about your business!  

Be creative when designing a referral incentive program.  Learn more about new ways to recognize and reward those who send you referrals in a new article written by Dr. Ivan Misner for Entrepreneur.com.

BNI is growing and expanding around the world!

Recently, four new National Directors attended training at BNI Headquarters in Southern California.  They will soon be opening BNI chapters in two new countries -- France and India!

Announcing a new way to appreciate "Givers Gain" -- ImpactAuction.

ImpactAuction is a new on-line auction marketplace for nonprofit fundraising.   ImpactAuction provides a new way for charities to raise money, a new way for businesses to help charity and connect with customers, and a new way for people to buy products and services while supporting a cause they believe in. Both members and chapters can participate in ImpactAuction.

Effective March 22, 2004, BNI has moved its worldwide operations to a beautiful, new two-story office building and shipping facility.

Located in nearby Upland, California, the new office has considerably more office, shipping and warehouse space to accommodate BNI's projected future growth.

BNI is pleased to recommend a new booklet by Bob Burg, a long-time friend of BNI.  

Entitled "The Success Formula," this booklet outlines three timeless principles that will "turbocharge" your success and dramatically improve your life.  

You can read and/or listen to this new book for free -- and take advantage of a special offer!

Are there times when networking is just not appropriate?  Learn how to "honor the event" and tailor your networking approach for different occasions in a new article written by Dr. Ivan Misner for Entrepreneur.com.

BNI is pleased to announce the formal launch of the first chapter in Italy!

The Lainate Chapter launch was an outstanding success!   Beginning with a core group of 20, eight additional members were signed up at the launch meeting.  There were many very enthusiastic people present -- including Lainate's Mayor!  The BNI concept was embraced by all present and it was an excellent morning for all of the members, visitors and distinguished guests.

BNI is pleased to recommend a new book, "The Five Keys to Building Business Relationships Online," by David Teten with Donna Fisher and Scott Allen.

The 5 Keys can help you build friendships, have fun, be helpful, and get more and better business results just by being more focused and purposeful in deciding where and how to meet new people and develop relationships with them.

BNI is very proud to announce the release of Masters of Success.   This exciting new book by Dr. Ivan Misner and Don Morgan is available now and will reveal to you key insights on how to build a successful life.

If you seek inspiration and ideas, Masters of Success has stories of daunting hardships overcome, lessons learned and unexpected successes in abundance.  You will eagerly page from one story to the next, finding both motivation and encouragement throughout this handsome volume.   Order your copy Now!

Your employees and support staff can be an important source of referrals!  

Building word-of-mouth for your business is not just the responsibility of your marketing or sales department.  Learn more about how to motivate your staff to get involved in networking in the latest article written by Dr. Ivan Misner for Entrepreneur.com.

The book tour promoting Masters of Success has begun!  Dr. Ivan Misner has started the tour by visiting the regions of Maryland and Northern Virginia.

Hundreds of BNI members and associates attended several exciting events -- eager to learn more about Masters of Success.

BNI is pleased to welcome Norway into its world family! 

Norway's first chapter was successfully launched with 120 enthusiastic members and guests in attendance.  With the addition of Norway, BNI is now in 18 different countries worldwide!

The Masters of Success book tour continues -- recently visiting enthusiastic audiences in the San Francisco Bay area of California and then on to visit the BNI Directors Conference in Toronto, Canada.

BNI & Team Michigan held this year's National Conference during the week of May 17th thru May 22nd, 2004 at the Detroit-Novi Sheraton. A new attendance record was set with over 200 Directors attending the conference. There was an astounding 600+ Members from the surrounding regions that attended the Members' Session on Friday, May 21st.

Before you can gauge the success of your networking program, you need to set goals. Learn how to accurately calculate your revenue from referrals in the latest article written by Dr. Ivan Misner for Entrepreneur.com.

Masters Day involving more than 60 events around North America last week helped move Masters of Success to #1 on the Wall Street Journal Bestsellers list!!!

"The improbable becomes possible through the practice of Reciprocity."

BNI is pleased to announce that the Reciprocity Ring, an incredible networking tool, is now available to all U.S. Chapters and will be released Internationally by the end of the year!

The BNI-Misner Foundation is very happy to announce that the 2004 winner of the Misner Leadership Award is Lilia Espinoza, from Gladstone High School in Southern California.

The Misner Leadership Award is awarded to one student each year who is heavily involved in student leadership activities, carries a strong GPA, and has solid college, career, and family plans.