BNI Apollo Leicester

08/03/2026

Today is International Women’s Day, a moment to recognise the leadership, resilience and impact of women across every sector, including business, charity and community life.

At BNI Apollo Leicester we are always keen to connect with more female business leaders who are building great organisations, supporting their communities and helping others succeed.

Our chapter brings together professionals who believe that strong networks, trusted relationships and shared opportunities help businesses grow. The more diverse the voices around the table, the stronger the conversation becomes.

If you are a female business owner, director or senior leader, we would love to welcome you along to experience a meeting and see how the Apollo community works in practice. It is a great opportunity to meet local professionals, share what you do and explore how collaboration can open new doors.

Our next meeting takes place Friday 13th March at 9:45am at Holiday Inn Leicester Wigston.

If you would like to visit Apollo, send us a message and we will happily reserve you a place.

Because when talented women connect, support each other and share opportunities, great things happen.

10/02/2026

Are you a family lawyer who wants more of the right conversations and fewer cold leads?

Apollo is inviting family law professionals to visit a meeting where relationships come first and referrals are built on trust, not transactions.

This is a room full of business owners who regularly work with families at key moments. People are often asking, “Do you know a good family lawyer?” and want to confidently recommend someone they actually know.

What makes Apollo different is the culture. It is supportive, welcoming and focused on long term relationships rather than quick wins. Visitors often say the biggest value is not just referrals, but visibility, credibility and being front of mind when it matters.

If you are curious about a better way to grow your family law practice locally, come and see it for yourself.

📅 Friday 13th February
⏰ 9.45am start
📍 Holiday Inn, Wigston, Leicester LE18 1JW
🍽️ Lunch included

If you are a family lawyer and would like to attend or find out more, message us and we will happily introduce you to Apollo.

09/02/2026

If you are navigating a mortgage right now, clarity and trust matter more than ever.

We want to give a proper shout out to Sam Crooks at Sam Crooks Mortgage & Protection Advisor.

Sam is our mortgage broker and what sets him apart is simple. He explains things clearly, he is responsive, and he genuinely looks out for the people he works with. No jargon, no pressure, just straightforward advice tailored to your situation.

Whether you are a first time buyer, moving home, remortgaging, or self employed and fed up of being told it is complicated, Sam takes the time to understand the full picture and find the right solution.

Mortgages can feel overwhelming. Working with someone calm, knowledgeable, and reliable makes a huge difference.

👤 Sam Crooks
📧 [email protected]
📞 07891 103120

If you are thinking about buying, moving, or reviewing your mortgage this year, have a conversation with Sam. Even an initial chat can give you clarity and confidence about your next step.

08/02/2026

Twelve months at Apollo changed the direction of my career. I left full time employment and turned my dream into a reality.”

That is how one member describes their experience of being part of BNI Apollo Leicester.

They joined looking for better conversations and stronger connections, what they found was accountability, encouragement, and a group of business owners who genuinely wanted each other to do well.

For this member, that environment helped give them the confidence to step away from employment and build something of their own. But it started by coming along and saying Hi 👋

No pressure to join, no hard sell, no Jedi mindtricks! 🤣

If you want to see what Apollo is really like, come along to the next meeting.

For more information drop us a DM.

📅 Friday 13th February
⏰ 9.45am start
📍 Holiday Inn, Wigston, Leicester LE18 1JW
🍽️ Lunch included

Sometimes the right room makes all the difference.

07/02/2026

A member wishes to speak to you 🫵🏼

In our BNI Apollo Leicester meeting yesterday, one of our members mentioned they would love to have a conversation with a few businesses they have either met recently, worked alongside before, or simply admire from afar.

This is not a pitch and it is definitely not a hard sell.
It is just a genuine “it would be good to talk to” moment.

If you are listed in this post or hear about it through someone else, it simply means an Apollo member sees potential value in a conversation with you.

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Esquires Coffee
Dunelm
RR Accountancy Ltd
Quirky Bird Gifts

If you are curious, the easiest next step is to message us and we will happily put you in touch directly. No pressure, no expectations, just a chat.

And if are intrigued to hear more about Apollo and would rather come along and meet in person, you are very welcome to come along as a visitor. Again just drop us a DM or speak to our leadership team Justine Cook, Hemi Tanna or James Blacklaws.

📅 Friday 13th February
⏰ 9.45am start
📍 Holiday Inn, Wigston, Leicester LE18 1JW
🍽️ Lunch included

Apollo works best when people get to know each other properly, conversations first, business later.

07/02/2026

It is our pleasure to support Lamp and thank you to Diane Cookson and Heart of Love Cakes and Bakes for making it possible!!

A huge thank you to BNI Apollo Leicester who have raised over £500 for our work through their weekly Cake Raffle.

The £2 per week raffle organised by the fabulous Diane Cookson at Heart of Love Cakes and Bakes offers members and visitors the opportunity to start the weekend with a fabulous box of treats courtesy of the group’s fabulous baker!

Thank you to the group for their continued support and if you ever need beautiful tasty cakes or bakes contact Diane through her page.

06/02/2026

Some people take photos.

Then there are photographers who capture story, emotion and genuine connection.

That is exactly what Jennifer Amy Photography delivers.

Jenn specialises in wedding, family, newborn and pet photography with a style that is light, bright and timeless. Her images don’t just document moments, they hold feeling and personality that lasts long after the day is over.

Couples rave about how relaxed they felt on their wedding day and how beautifully the photos captured the real atmosphere. Families trust her to preserve milestones from newborn days to generational portraits. Pet owners get portraits that show personality and love. Every session reflects who you are, not something staged or forced.

Whether you are planning an event, celebrating a life moment, or simply want unforgettable professional imagery you can treasure, Jenn brings skill, warmth and creativity to every shoot.

📸 Jennifer Amy Photography
📧 [email protected]
📞 07824 368597

If you want photography that is more than pretty pictures, photos that genuinely captures people, moments and emotion reach out to Jenn today.

05/02/2026

⏰ Last call for tomorrow’s Property Day!

Tomorrow morning, BNI Apollo Leicester is hosting a Property Day at the Holiday Inn, Wigston, and we have a small number of visitor spaces still available.

If you work in or around the property sector and value strong local relationships, this is a great opportunity to get in the room.

We are particularly keen to welcome:
• Estate Agents
• Conveyancing Solicitors
But visitors from across the wider property and built environment are very welcome, including surveyors, architects, builders, and property related businesses.

📅 Tomorrow, Friday 6 February
⏰ 9.45am start
📍 Holiday Inn, Wigston
💷 £16 visitor fee
🍽️ Lunch included

If you have been meaning to come along, this is the nudge.

Message us this evening or early tomorrow morning and we will do my best to get you booked in.

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02/02/2026

Estate agents in and around Wigston, quick question.

❓ Are you actively looking for new instructions and a stronger local pipeline, or are you relying on the same sources you always have?

On Friday 6 February, BNI Apollo Leicester is running a Property Day at the Holiday Inn Leicester Wigston, and we have a rare opening for estate agents focused on sales.

This is the first time in a number of years this seat has become available, following a long term members stepping away. In established BNI chapters, estate agent seats do not come up often.

You will be in a room with professionals who have generated £3.7 millions in invoiced business and this is your opportunity to be part of it.

Join us, with no obligations to join...

📅 Friday 6 February 2025
⏰ 9.45am start
📍 Holiday Inn Leicester Wigston
💷 Visitor fee £16
🍽️ Lunch included

If you are an estate agent looking to grow through relationships rather than cold leads, this will be time well spent.

If you know an estate agent who should be in the room, please tag them below or ask them to DM us directly.

29/01/2026

🚨 Rare opportunity at BNI Apollo Leicester

BNI Apollo Leicester is holding a Property Day on Friday 6 February, and for the first time in a number of years we have a couple of key seats available.

These have opened up following two long-term members stepping away, which means we are actively looking to strengthen our Property Power Team.

While all visitors and professions are welcome, we are especially keen to meet:
🏠 Estate Agents
📝 Conveyancing Solicitors

Both of these seats are usually very strong within BNI and do not often become available in a well-established chapter like ours.

We would also love to welcome visitors from across the wider property and built environment sector, including surveyors, architects, builders, and other property-related businesses who value strong local relationships.

If you work in any of these professions, or know someone who does, please tag them below or get in touch via DM. It would be great to get the right people in the room.

📅 Friday 6 February
⏰ From 9:30am (Meeting starts at 10am)
📍 Holiday Inn, Wigston
🍽️ Lunch provided afterwards
💷 Visitor fee £16

BNI Apollo has a strong track record of collaboration and referrals across property and professional services. If relationships, trust and long-term business growth matter to you, this will be time well spent.

Get in touch and let’s get these seats filled 🙂

20/01/2026

BNI Apollo, the best networking group, with the most talented and supportive business people.

These are some highlights from the past few months, courtesy of the very talented Jennifer Amy Photography

Come for a visit. You have nothing to lose, and everything to gain!