BNI SuccessNet - May/June 2003 - BNI Happenings


	Norma, Ann and David Wilson.

It's shipshape and Albany fashion for MW Cleaning, whose recent landing of the cleaning contract for Swiss America's Cup challenger Alinghi firmly anchored their Christmas holidays on the North Shore.

Referred by a satisfied client 18 months ago, managing director of the Piermark Drive business, David Wilson, says there were stringent checks before being accepted into the prestigious boating enclave. But once satisfied that former sailing enthusiast David was honest enough to declare his allegiance to NZ's hopes (and enthusiastic about giving 110% value to the visitor) David, Norma and Ann Wilson plunged into providing Alinghi and crew with complete laundry and cleaning services. MW Cleaning helped them "set up from scratch" with every essential necessary for their stay.

Security is tight surrounding the event; substantial checks were made before MW Cleaning was accepted. All staff must have security clearance, and a guard is always with them while work.

David's main task was to find enough experienced staff to complete the contract. They didn't want to take on unknown personnel, preferring to use their pool of excellent employees. With 10 such staff on the books, MW Cleaning managed to meet Alinghi's needs.

A Suppliers' Day saw the Wilsons aboard the Alinghi support boat, where they were wined and dined in style. A Christmas party was also held with European flair; 25 tons of snow provided some much needed nostalgia for the crew.

David praises the Alinghi crew's high standards in every respect. "They are excellent to work with, extremely polite and courteous," he says. "The best scenario is that New Zealand wins the Louis Vuitton Cup-and Alinghi returns."

Submitted by Graham Southwell and article provided by "FocusNZ."

BNI HAPPENINGS — Singapore
Notable Networkers Night Brings Chapters Together

The evening of March 27 was a networking event for recognition and interaction. This special occasion gave due recognition to the notable networkers in BNI. They are valued members who give lots of business referrals and regularly bring visitors to their meetings. At the same time, it was also a great opportunity for members of the different chapters to mix and mingle.

Elizabeth Chin, president of Oasis chapter received the award for "Top in Referrals" among all the chapters during the period between September 2002 and February 2003.

Submitted by Chow Boon.

Two Members Honored with Gold Club Member status

BNI Singapore is pleased to announce two recipients of this coveted "Gold Club Member" status. The two outstanding members are Mr. HQ Yeo (Pinnacle chapter) and Ms. Elizabeth Chin (Oasis chapter). Each of them has sponsored more than six members to their respective chapters. They now proudly wear their black badges at their meetings, symbolic of their much-valued contribution. Congratulations to both of you.

Submitted by Chow Boon.

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