Across the Globe - Africa/Middle East
United Arab Emirates
Dubai Members First Regional Social

On May 25, 2006, BNI Members in Dubai were treated to something special: the country's 1st regional social event. BNI members from were brought together for an evening of informal networking.

The event was organised by Steven A. Brown from the Early Bird Chapter. Held in a private room at Pachanga restaurant, which serves Latin American cuisine, we enjoyed dazzling views of the Persian Gulf.

Dr. Ivan Misner appeared via a 'skype' video link to give a short presentation and provide members an opportunity to ask any questions. The session lasted for about an hour. Members raved about the event and look forward to meeting Dr. Misner in person.

We encourage every director to take the opportunity to organize a 'live' weblink event with Dr. Ivan Misner for your members. It will be well worth it!

In addition, we'd like to congratulate the BNI Early Bird Chapter for having crossed the 1 Million Dirham mark (US$ 275,000) in BNI business generated in 5 months since their launch.

Submitted by Anna & Bijay Shah, Co-National Directors, BNI-United Arab Emirates


Israel
Taking the Power Team Concept to the Next Level

During my last visit to Israel, I trained the BNI-Israel members on the benefits of working within your "Power Team." But the members from Canot Chapter took the concept to a new level.

The "Building Power Team" from Canot invited members from other chapters to join them. The result was a big success: seven members from various chapters and fields joined forces and created an exhibit for the "2006 Building Exhibition." This cooperation resulted in many referrals and business opportunities.

Here are some comments from the exhibitors and other BNI members:

• "We passed the test and scored big!"
• "I'm already waiting for the next exhibition."
• "You gave us a valuable lesson on how to utilize the Power Team to the maximum."
• "It was amazing to hear you introducing each other's businesses to visitors."

As a National Director, it is great to see that members listen, implement, and see fantastic results. Well done, keep up the good work!

Submitted by Sam Schwartz, Executive Director, BNI-Northern Virginia
National Director, BNI-Israel, BNI-Hungary, BNI-Romania