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Welcome to the BNI City Wall Exeter Chapter

BNI is a worldwide networking and referral organisation with the philosophy of 'Givers Gain': by giving business to others, you will get business in return. The Exeter City Wall group is one of the most successful in the South West and is actively growing. We have a mix of trade and professional businesses, all wanting to grow, develop and help each other. To reserve your place at our next meeting, click the book now button at the top of our page. If you know of any other businesses looking to grow, by all means, please do share this invitation with them! Our Chapter Passed 455,941 GBP in the past 12 months! BNI members, on average, increase their business 20% the first year. Our Chapter is a dynamic, committed group of business-people who know how to refer business to each other.

October marked the start of a new chapter at , as our outgoing leadership team handed over the reins and Jake Pattie s...
19/10/2026

October marked the start of a new chapter at , as our outgoing leadership team handed over the reins and Jake Pattie stepped into the role of .

A huge thank you to outgoing President, James Owens, and the leadership team for the time, energy and commitment they have invested in the chapter, and congratulations to everyone taking on new roles for the year ahead 👏

Jake’s vision for the next 12 months is simple: **More members. More connections. More business.**

But the focus is not just on filling seats. It is about bringing the right businesses into the room, creating strong new ** **, new networks and more for everyone in our .

As Jake highlighted, every new member brings with them their own customers, suppliers, contacts and connections — effectively becoming another pair of eyes and ears for the group.

And fittingly, we have already welcomed three new members this month 👋

A warm welcome to **Chris Pooley of INSTRUCKT Training Services, Fady B. of Vorpela, and Keegan Ferreday of Base Planning Consultants** - it’s great to have you on board.

A big thank you again to our outgoing leadership team, congratulations to Jake and everyone stepping into new roles, and here’s to an exciting year ahead for ** ** 🚀

For Duncan Attwood of , helping people become stronger and healthier is personal.Duncan struggled with his own health ...
19/10/2026

For Duncan Attwood of , helping people become stronger and healthier is personal.

Duncan struggled with his own health as a child and originally wanted to become a doctor. But discovering an active lifestyle - in particular white water rafting 🛶 -changed his health and ultimately led him down a different path.

At our latest ** ** meeting, Duncan explained why Fit20 is very different from the traditional gym experience. In his words, it's **strength training for people who don’t like gyms**.

One supervised **20-minute strength-training session each week**, in a calm, quiet studio environment, suitable for different ages and fitness levels. Duncan compared it to **taking your body in for a regular service** - investing a small amount of time consistently to maintain strength for everyday life 💪.

There is also compelling research behind the Fit20 approach. A study using training data from nearly 15,000 Fit20 participants reported average strength improvements of around **30–50% during the first year**, across different ages, genders and starting fitness levels.

That makes fit20 particularly appealing to **busy people aged 45–65** who struggle to make time for conventional exercise, as well as older people who want to maintain strength as they age.

Duncan now operates studios across fit20 Exeter, fit20 Torquay and a new studio in .

A fascinating presentation - many thanks Duncan 👏

More than half of businesses see the death or critical illness of an owner or key employee as one of the biggest risks t...
28/09/2026

More than half of businesses see the death or critical illness of an owner or key employee as one of the biggest risks to their future ⚠️

That made last week’s feature presentation from Colin Weston, our resident , particularly relevant.

Colin entered the following a family crisis, giving him first-hand experience of just how important the right cover can be when life takes an unexpected turn.

His view is simple and pragmatic **financial protection isn’t about expecting the worst. It’s about making sure a bad day doesn’t become a disaster**.

Colin helps individuals, families and business owners protect themselves against the financial impact of death, serious ill health or the loss of a key person within a business.

For owners especially, that can be critical. If a company depends heavily on one founder, director or specialist employee, losing that person can quickly become a serious cash-flow problem.

Colin offers a no-cost, no-obligation review, which he recommends revisiting annually as circumstances change.

A great presentation from Colin and a very clear example of why good is about protecting the future, not just reacting when something goes wrong 🙂. Thank you, Colin.

A fortnight ago at , we heard from Garry Kearley , founder of K & C Property Services.Garry is a skilled carpenter and ...
22/09/2026

A fortnight ago at , we heard from Garry Kearley , founder of K & C Property Services.

Garry is a skilled carpenter and offers a wide range of including flooring, doors, fencing, decking, plastering, tiling, kitchens and bathroom installations, and more.

He works with homeowners, landlords and developers, and it was clear from his presentation that one of the best parts of the job is seeing happy customers 🙂 at the end of a project, and judging by the company's , there are lots of them⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐!

As our group continues to grow, we’re looking for businesses to join us in several open categories, including plastering, printing, landscaping and architects, plus a number of other and .

If you’d like to find out more and come along as a visitor (and meet a room full of people), visit 👉 https://bnidevonandcornwall.co.uk/devon-&-cornwall-bni-city-wall/en-GB/index

Last week’s meeting was a full house, with a fantastic turnout of visitors from a wide range of industries.One thing t...
21/09/2026

Last week’s meeting was a full house, with a fantastic turnout of visitors from a wide range of industries.

One thing that came through very clearly was just how much our needs a good company. There were three potential referrals in the room last week alone, so if you know a great local printer, send them our way!

Our feature presentation came from .Casebourne of **The Ethical Leader**, who spoke about something that can easily be overlooked in a growing SME: .

Simon works with directors and what he calls — people who are excellent at what they do, get promoted, and suddenly find themselves managing teams without ever having been taught how to lead.

He works extensively with professional services firms and purpose-led organisations, including 🍃 businesses, helping leaders build the skills they need to support people properly as the business grows 🌱.

It was a really insightful presentation and a reminder that technical expertise and leadership are two very different things, and poor leadership can have a huge impact on engagement, retention and performance.

A big thank you to Simon and to all our visitors for making it such a lively meeting 👏

One of the things visitors to often comment on is the passion of the in the room, and they don’t come much more pass...
31/08/2026

One of the things visitors to often comment on is the passion of the in the room, and they don’t come much more passionate than last week’s feature speaker, Simon Hall of Simon Hall - Will Writing Services.

Simon shared the story behind his business - a fantastic local success story. Since launching in 2019, the same year in which he joined , he and his wife Linda have grown the business to a team of 10 advisers covering Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset, while also attracting enquiries from across the country.

Simon credits much of that growth to their strong values: quality over quantity, personal service and relationships built on trust.

That approach has clearly resonated with clients, with more than ⭐350 five-star reviews⭐ and a reputation for making feel straightforward, personal and reassuring.

What stood out most was how the business has managed to grow without losing the personal touch that made it successful in the first place.

Thank you, Simon, for a great presentation — and for the reminder that protecting your family, your assets and your wishes for the future can start with something as simple as a conversation over a cup of tea 🍵 in the comfort of one's own home.

A lot of fun was had at this week’s meeting, thanks to a brilliant interactive game show-style presentation from Kryst...
21/08/2026

A lot of fun was had at this week’s meeting, thanks to a brilliant interactive game show-style presentation from Krystal Langford of Mantracom.🎤🎯

It was a great reminder that although meetings follow the same structure each week, there is always plenty of room for personality, energy and creativity.

Alongside the fun, Krystal packed in some really useful insight into how MantraCom helps businesses find the right telecoms setup. Because no mobile network guarantees service everywhere, the best option depends not just on where a business is based, but also where its staff travel and where reliable coverage is most important.

She also shared an eye-watering example of why the right setup matters. Two employees travelling in the USA racked up more than £21,000 in roaming charges in just a few days because there were no suitable bundles or spend caps in place. Thanks to MantraCom’s relationships with the network, that bill was eventually reduced to around £70. No wonder their clients leave such strong reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

And mobile is only one part of the offer. MantraCom also provides internet, VoIP systems, leased lines, vehicle tracking, business energy and commercial water, plus handset support and help with locking in future energy contracts.

Thank you, Krystal, for a presentation that was entertaining, memorable and packed with practical advice 👏

At last Wednesday’s meeting, we enjoyed a feature presentation from our resident mastermind — yes, she really has been...
17/08/2026

At last Wednesday’s meeting, we enjoyed a feature presentation from our resident mastermind — yes, she really has been a contestant — Claire Barrow of Simon A Martin Accountants in Honiton.

Claire is the firm’s , speaks fluent “HMRC”, and as a Chartered Tax Adviser with experience across accountancy and legal services, she brings a huge amount of practical knowledge for owners.

What stood out most was the emphasis on ongoing, practical advice. Simon A Martin does far more than simply produce accounts at year end — they help clients understand their numbers, make better decisions and plan ahead.

The firm is also strongly rooted in the local community, supporting local sportspeople and teams, and working with a number of charities and CICs. It is easy to see why they are so well regarded in Honiton and beyond.

A really useful presentation from Claire, and a great reminder that the value of a good goes far beyond submitting the numbers.

And if the tax conversation ever runs dry, Claire can probably also help your pub quiz team to victory 🧠!

If you’d like to find out more about with our group of and , arrange a visit here 👉 https://bnidevonandcornwall.co.uk/devon-&-cornwall-bni-city-wall/en-GB/index

Last week's speaker at , was Jack, founder of J Chew Plumbing and Heating Ltd 🛁, who gave us a whistlestop tour of exa...
07/08/2026

Last week's speaker at , was Jack, founder of J Chew Plumbing and Heating Ltd 🛁, who gave us a whistlestop tour of examples of the work carried out by his growing family-run business.

Built from scratch, the company now has a team of seven and works across Devon on domestic and light commercial projects, including offices, shops and dental practices.

Their expertise covers everything from gas, oil, and LPG, to landlord safety checks, full bathroom installations, underfloor heating, and boiling-water taps.

Jack also highlighted some of the more specialist areas of the business, including pumps for private water supplies and boreholes for more rural areas.

As an accredited installer, the team also support customers exploring renewable heating options and the Government’s .

A highly informative presentation from a business with an impressive range of expertise. Thank you, Jack 👏.

The team of tradespeople have a fantastic working relationship and pass many £100,000's between one another every year. There is currently space for a to join the the group as well as a and other .

Find out more about becoming a member at 👉 https://bnidevonandcornwall.co.uk/devon-&-cornwall-bni-city-wall/en-GB/index

Come for a meeting - stay for the referrals!!!

It was a busy meeting yesterday morning at , with not one but two member presentations.Our featured 10-minute speaker w...
06/08/2026

It was a busy meeting yesterday morning at , with not one but two member presentations.

Our featured 10-minute speaker was Kevin Bowers of Chartered Edge Financial Planning, who shared some valuable insights into investment, inheritance tax and later-life planning.

Kevin’s role as a is to help people understand their options and protect their interests. His key message was that taking advice early can create far greater choice, control and financial peace of mind later 😊.

Kevin also offers presentations and drop-in clinics for medium and larger employers, giving staff access to practical financial guidance as a valuable and often overlooked .

We also heard from , CEO of .

Age UK Exeter has supported local people aged 50+ for almost 50 years, with its oldest current service user aged 102! Its work centres on , and .

The charity is looking for new , more collection-pot locations across Exeter, and more support for its fantastic .

Two different but equally important reminders of the value of planning ahead, building strong and making sure people can access help when they need it.

Many thanks to Kevin and Nicky for two informative presentations 👏.

To discover more about our members and the open categories your business could fill, visit 👉 https://bnidevonandcornwall.co.uk/devon-&-cornwall-bni-city-wall/en-GB/index

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