BNI Coastlink - Business Networking Shoalhaven & Illawarra

BNI Coastlink - Business Networking Shoalhaven & Illawarra BNI is a professional business networking organisation that helps you generate new business through Good business is built on trust and integrity.

We are a Business Referral Group that meets every Friday at the University of Wollongong Shoalhaven Campus. Good networking and good business begin when you are willing to help others. Come join us on a Friday for breakfast at 7:00am or click on our website and register as a visitor. https://bnisouth.com.au/nsw---south-coastlink/en-AU/index

🎉 WELL DONE 🎉A huge congratulations to Kimberlie & Co Cleaning on being named a finalist in the 2026 ActewAGL Shoalhaven...
19/06/2026

🎉 WELL DONE 🎉

A huge congratulations to Kimberlie & Co Cleaning on being named a finalist in the 2026 ActewAGL Shoalhaven Business Awards! 🏆✨

What makes this achievement even more special is that it reflects so much more than business growth. It represents a team committed to showing up every day with purpose, accountability, continuous improvement, and a genuine commitment to serving their clients and community.

Their values say it all:

❤️ Be It – Lead with kindness, empathy and respect.
🛡️ Own It – Take responsibility and find solutions.
🌱 Grow It – Keep learning and improving.
⬆️ Raise It – Set the standard and take pride in your work.

At BNI, we love celebrating businesses that build strong cultures, support their communities, and demonstrate excellence through action. Kimberlie & Co Cleaning continues to do exactly that.

Congratulations to Kim, Jason, and the entire team on this well-deserved recognition. We wish you the very best for the awards night! 🎊

💛 MEMBER PRESENTATION SPOTLIGHT 💛This week, we heard from James, Ange and Greg from EHD Concrete Sleepers, and what a pr...
19/06/2026

💛 MEMBER PRESENTATION SPOTLIGHT 💛

This week, we heard from James, Ange and Greg from EHD Concrete Sleepers, and what a presentation it was.

While many of us know EHD for manufacturing high-quality concrete sleepers, today's presentation gave us a look behind the business and into the people who make it what it is.

From humble beginnings with a wheelbarrow, a handful of moulds and a big dream, EHD has grown into a thriving regional manufacturing business built on strong leadership, an incredible team culture and a commitment to continuous improvement.

One of the standout messages was that businesses don't grow because of products alone – they grow because of people. EHD's values of Stronger Together, Own the Outcome, People Beyond Profit, Think Beyond the Norm and Say the Hard Things are clearly more than words on a wall. They are lived every day through staff development, team training and genuine care for their people.

We also learned why concrete sleepers continue to outperform timber sleepers for retaining walls, offering superior strength, longevity, fire resistance, termite resistance and minimal maintenance. As Greg cleverly put it, "Timber says I'll give it a crack. Concrete says I've got this."

Congratulations also to the EHD team on recently being named finalists in two business award categories a fantastic achievement and a testament to the journey they've been on.

Their ideal referrals are:
✅ Civil contractors
✅ Property developers
✅ Landscapers
✅ Builders
✅ Homeowners requiring retaining walls

Thank you, James, Ange and Greg for sharing your story, your culture and your passion with the chapter. It was a powerful reminder that the strongest businesses are built on strong people.

🏆💪 POWER 45 CHAMPION ALERT! 💪🏆A huge congratulations to Jeff from Attention To Detailing for taking out this morning’s P...
19/06/2026

🏆💪 POWER 45 CHAMPION ALERT! 💪🏆

A huge congratulations to Jeff from Attention To Detailing for taking out this morning’s Power 45 challenge at BNI Coastlink! 👏🔥

As part of his ask, Jeff reminded members just how quickly our vehicles can take a beating during winter, especially after tackling muddy tracks, work sites, and weekend 4WD adventures. With all the rain and muddy conditions we’ve been experiencing, now is the perfect time to give your vehicle the care it deserves and protect its value.

📸 We also couldn’t help but notice a special cameo appearance from Dennis at Stroud Homes Nowra in the background, proving that even when you’re not centre stage, you’re still part of the action! 😂

Congratulations again, Jeff, on a well-deserved Power 45 victory and for sharing some great insights with the chapter this morning.

🏆 Congratulations to the team at My Travel Expert on their latest industry recognition!Leonie and Julie recently attende...
18/06/2026

🏆 Congratulations to the team at My Travel Expert on their latest industry recognition!

Leonie and Julie recently attended the Helloworld Travel Owner Manager Conference and returned home with even more awards to add to their growing collection. 🎉

These achievements are a testament to their dedication, expertise, and commitment to creating unforgettable travel experiences for their clients.

As proud members of BNI Coastlink, it's fantastic to see local businesses being recognised on a national stage. Well done to the entire team on this well-deserved success, and thank you for continuing to represent our region so well.

If you're planning your next holiday, be sure to support our local multi, multi, multi, multi, multi x100+ award-winning travel experts!

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Business growth is rarely a solo effort.Behind every successful business is a network of people who support, advocate fo...
18/06/2026

Business growth is rarely a solo effort.

Behind every successful business is a network of people who support, advocate for, and champion its success.

That's the power of collaboration.

When members actively look for ways to help one another, opportunities multiply.

Relationships deepen.

Results follow.

The most valuable networks aren't defined by who is in the room.

They're defined by how committed those people are to helping each other succeed.

Members in Green | May 2026Members in Green recognises those who consistently demonstrate engagement, reliability, and c...
15/06/2026

Members in Green | May 2026

Members in Green recognises those who consistently demonstrate engagement, reliability, and commitment within their chapter and the wider BNI community.

This month, we congratulate:

🟢 Josh Kellett, Shire Connect (99)
🟢 Cassandra Mackie, CoastLink (98)
🟢 Daniel Rixon, Southern Business (95)
🟢 Jasmin Moffitt, Southern Business (92)
🟢 Kristy Demir, Southern Business (90)

Strong Traffic Lights scores reflect consistent participation, quality business relationships, and a commitment to helping fellow members succeed through referrals and collaboration.

Congratulations to each of you on this well-earned recognition and thank you for your contribution to building stronger chapters across BNI NSW-South.

Referrals are rarely the result of one conversation.They're the result of a relationship.A relationship built through co...
15/06/2026

Referrals are rarely the result of one conversation.

They're the result of a relationship.

A relationship built through consistency.

Credibility.

And genuine interest in helping others succeed.

The strongest referral networks aren't created overnight.

They're built meeting by meeting, conversation by conversation.

When trust grows, referrals follow.

That's how lasting business relationships are created.

13/06/2026

Most business owners spend their time looking for the next opportunity.

The best networks help opportunities find them.

When people understand what you do and who you help, they become an extension of your business.

Listening for opportunities.

Making introductions.

Opening doors you may never have reached on your own.

A strong network doesn't just support your growth.

It helps carry it forward.

🎤 MEMBER PRESENTATION SPOTLIGHT 🎤This week, our members were treated to an outstanding presentation from Jason Armstrong...
12/06/2026

🎤 MEMBER PRESENTATION SPOTLIGHT 🎤

This week, our members were treated to an outstanding presentation from Jason Armstrong of Think Tank Digital Marketing.

What stood out wasn’t just the content, it was how effortlessly it was delivered.

As anyone who has ever presented knows, making something look easy is often the result of years of experience, knowledge and hands-on expertise.

Jason took members through the evolution of marketing, from the early days of social media through to today’s complex customer journey, where websites, Google searches, social media, reviews, email marketing, AI and advertising all play a role in influencing buying decisions.

One of the most powerful messages from the presentation was that good marketing isn’t just posting on social media or having a website.

It’s about building an ecosystem.

A connected marketing ecosystem where every touchpoint works together consistently. Your website, social media, Google presence, advertising, reviews, email marketing and customer experience should all be telling the same story and guiding potential customers towards the same outcome.

Too often businesses focus on individual pieces of marketing without realising that the real power comes when everything works together.

Successful marketing isn’t about guessing what might work. It’s about understanding the customer journey, connecting the dots and creating a strategy that delivers measurable results.

What makes Jason’s presentations so engaging is that they are built on real-world experience. Having worked with businesses across a wide range of industries for many years, the lessons, stories and insights come naturally because they’re grounded in actual business outcomes.

Thank you, Jason, for sharing your knowledge and reminding us that great marketing isn’t a collection of disconnected tactics, it’s a system where every piece has a purpose.

👏 Thank you for an informative, engaging and thought-provoking presentation.

Time is one of the most valuable resou .That's why where you invest it matters.The right room can introduce you to trust...
11/06/2026

Time is one of the most valuable resou .

That's why where you invest it matters.

The right room can introduce you to trusted professionals, quality referrals, and lasting business relationships.

The wrong room can leave you exactly where you started.

Networking should be intentional.

Focused.

Consistent.

Because when your time is invested in the right community, the results speak for themselves.

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