BNI Crystal

02/09/2026

🎉🎉 YES… YOU ARE READING THIS RIGHT… WE HAVE ANOTHER NEW MEMBER AT BNI CRYSTAL!

Please join us in giving a huge Crystal welcome to Sam Gaden from Contrast Carpentry LTD 👏🏼🪚

With over 15 years’ experience in carpentry and joinery, Sam brings a wealth of skill to the Crystal network. From bespoke kitchens and staircases to doors, fitted wardrobes, flooring, renovations and all those important finishing touches, Contrast Carpentry covers it all.

What really stands out is the focus on doing things properly — quality craftsmanship, attention to detail and a finish that’s built to last. 🔨✨

Based in Kingswinford and working throughout the West Midlands, Sam is a great person to have in your network if you’re planning a home improvement project, renovation or simply need some expert carpentry or joinery work.

And with another fantastic local business joining BNI Crystal, there’s now even more expertise within our growing network.

Welcome to Crystal, Sam! We’re looking forward to learning more about you and Contrast Carpentry and helping connect you with the people who need your skills.

If you’ve got a carpentry or joinery project coming up, Sam offers free, no-obligation quotes.

🔨 Contrast Carpentry
📍 Kingswinford & West Midlands
💬 Free quotes

02/09/2026

Looking for a bit of sunshine?? Not quite ready to let summer go??
Give Explorer Travel Holidays with Jen a call, Jen can find your perfect getaway 🛫🛫🛫🛫

🍂 Looks like autumn has definitely arrived here in the UK! 🌧️🍁

But if you’re not quite ready to say goodbye to summer, don’t worry… there’s still plenty of sunshine waiting elsewhere! ☀️✈️

It’s not too late to book a late-summer escape and swap the jumpers for swimwear for a little while longer. 😎🌴

And if you’re already dreaming about next summer, now is a great time to get your Summer 2027 holiday booked. 🌞✈️

Whether you know exactly where you want to go or you need a little inspiration, I’m here to help find the perfect trip for you.

📞 Call, text or WhatsApp: 07363 032812
📧 [email protected]

Let’s keep summer going a little longer! 💛

01/09/2026

🔥 HEATING ENGINEER WANTED! 🔥

Are you an experienced Heating Engineer who’s overworked, under-valued and fed up of being rushed from one job to the next?

Or maybe you know someone who is? 👇

WLV Plumbing & Heating Ltd are recruiting! 🔧

WLV do things differently. They’re looking for a fantastic Heating Engineer to join their amazing team — someone who takes pride in their work and wants to be part of a company where you’re a valued team member, not just a number. ❤️

✨ What can you expect?

🔧 Time to do the job properly — no unrealistic schedules or rushing from one appointment to the next.
📚 Up-to-date training to keep your skills and knowledge current.
🤝 A supportive team where everyone is valued.
⭐ To be treated as a person, not a number.
🏡 A company that prioritises quality workmanship over quantity of jobs.

If you’re a skilled Heating Engineer who’s ready for a better way of working, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

📩 Get in touch with WLV Plumbing & Heating to find out more.

And if you know a Heating Engineer who needs to hear this… TAG THEM! 👇

01/09/2026

Looking to sell your home?🏡
Give Aaron Ishaque, Partner at Ashley Would & Partners a call…use an estate agent who really cares 🫶🏼

It all starts with a conversation. 🗣️🏡

Right now, we’re seeing a price-sensitive market, and that means buyers are being more cautious, doing more research, and making sure the numbers make sense before making a move. 💷📊

But here’s the important part: buyers are still out there. 👀

The opportunity is in understanding what today’s buyers are looking for, pricing realistically, and having the right conversation at the right time. A changing market doesn’t mean a market without opportunity, it means strategy matters more than ever.

Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, or simply want to understand where the market is heading, let’s have a conversation. 🤝

01/09/2026

🌅 The mornings might be getting darker… but there’s always a warm welcome at BNI Crystal! 🤩

And don’t worry — it’s a 6.45am start, not 5.30! 😂 Although our amazing Visitor Host Team are there early, getting everything ready — urn on ☕, cups out, tables laid and the room ready for another morning of connections, referrals and business growth.

This week was no exception as we welcomed visitors and subs to BNI Crystal, before hearing a fantastic 10-minute presentation from one of our newest members, Amanda from EverHaven Group

🏡 Amanda opened our eyes to just how much there is to consider when investing in property.

From finding the right property or project, navigating the purchasing process and managing refurbishment, through to deciding whether to sell, let or use the property as serviced accommodation, there are a LOT of decisions to make!

And that’s where Amanda comes in. 🙌🏼

She can support investors through the entire journey, providing as much or as little involvement as they need — taking away the complexity and giving investors the confidence to move forward.

💡 Thinking about property investment but don’t know where to start?

Amanda could be exactly the person you need in your corner.

Her knowledge, experience and hands-on approach could help turn the idea of owning a property portfolio into a much more achievable reality. 🤩

If property investment has been on your mind, speak to Amanda from EverHaven!

And if you’d like to meet Amanda, us or any of our fantastic BNI Crystal members, come and experience the warm welcome for yourself! ❤️

31/08/2026

Want to use the best to Wrapp your furniture??? Give Alex a call WRAPP Kitchen’s & Interiors

28/08/2026

Everyone loves a giveaway!! Keep your eyes open for WLV Plumbing & Heating Ltd B**r Mats 👀 🍻 👀🍻

THE BIG WLV BANK HOLIDAY CHALLENGE

Out and about this Bank Holiday weekend? Keep your eyes peeled for a WLV b**r mat!

If you spot one, take a photo, like and share WLV Plumbing & Heating on social media and you’ll be entered into our prize draw.

The prize?
A complimentary boiler service PLUS a CO detector for one lucky winner in the West Midlands.

So whether you’re enjoying a quick pint, a meal or a Bank Holiday get-together, keep an eye on the table and get involved.

Good luck and have a brilliant Bank Holiday weekend!

28/08/2026

🍻 IT’S NOT ALL ABOUT BUSINESS! 🍻

BNI Crystal isn’t just about referrals, networking and growing our businesses… it’s also about getting to know the people behind the businesses! 🙌🏼

Last night we braved the monsoon weather 🌧️😂 and headed to the pub for a good old Crystal social!

No 60-second pitches.
No PowerPoints.
No business talk required! 🤣

Just good company, plenty of laughs, a few drinks and a chance to relax together outside of the weekly meetings.

Because when you build genuine relationships, the business naturally follows. ❤️

BNI Crystal — working hard, playing hard! 🥂

27/08/2026

🚐 NEED A VAN, BUT DON’T WANT A LONG-TERM COMMITMENT?

Jas at UK Prestige Car Brokers West Midlands can help!

Whether you’re a builder, electrician, plumber, landscaper, carpenter or any other trade, there’s a great range of makes and models available with short-term van leasing from just 3–12 months.

✅ Flexible 3–12 month terms
✅ Many makes & models available
✅ Business leasing available
✅ Perfect for trades & businesses
✅ Free delivery & collection anywhere in the UK
✅ Get the van you need, for as long as you need it — without a long-term commitment!

We’ve got the van. You get the job done. 💪🚐

Looking for your next business van? Contact Jas today for a quote and let’s find the right van for your business.

📞 07832 964497
📧 [email protected]

27/08/2026

💎 NOTHING SHOUTS “BNI” LOUDER THAN THIS! 💎

We absolutely LOVE this! 👏

During his own 60 seconds, Lee owner of Data Innovations Ltd didn’t just talk about his own business… he took the time to recognise and highlight the amazing members of BNI Crystal who he knows, trusts and would happily recommend. ❤️

And just look at the list he’s written down! 👇

✨ Lorraine – Branding & Design
✨ Nick – High Level Marketing
✨ Sophie – Telesales Services
✨ Stuart – Printing Services
✨ Neil – Data Cabling
✨ Michael – Wills
✨ Claire – Bookkeeping
✨ Rebecca – Gas, Electric, Broadband and sims

That’s what Givers Gain looks like in action.

It’s not just about remembering your own referral target. It’s about knowing the people around you well enough to spot opportunities for them too.

👏 Huge shoutout to Lee for putting his fellow members front and centre in his 60 seconds — and to every one of these members for being part of what makes BNI Crystal so special.

We don’t just build businesses.
We build relationships.
And relationships create referrals. 💎