BNI Fusion

Directions Website

BNI Fusion BNI is a business and professional referral organization that allows only one person from each profession.

The Fusion Chapter is quite possibly the most unique BNI Chapter in Existence! This group is a collaboration between the Chamber and BNI, merging the benefits of both organizations. In order to be approved for membership in the Fusion Chapter, you must also be a member of the Sandusky County Regional Chamber of Commerce.

10/14/2026

What does it mean to GROW your network? 🌱

It starts with showing up—and continues with getting to know the people in the room.

Learning what they do. Understanding who they serve. Listening to their goals and recognizing when you can make a meaningful introduction.

Every conversation is an opportunity to build trust. Every one-to-one is a chance to understand someone’s business better. And every referral is an opportunity to help someone move forward.

That’s the heart of BNI’s Givers Gain® philosophy: when we invest in helping others succeed, we build relationships that help all of us grow. 🤝

Ready to grow your network? Come visit BNI Fusion in Fremont and meet the people behind the businesses!

October 1 marks the beginning of a new leadership term for BNI Fusion!Leadership in BNI isn’t about titles, it’s about s...
10/01/2026

October 1 marks the beginning of a new leadership term for BNI Fusion!

Leadership in BNI isn’t about titles, it’s about serving the chapter and helping every member succeed. Our Leadership Team works together to keep meetings organized, support accountability, welcome visitors, encourage referrals, celebrate wins, and create opportunities for members to grow.

From the President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer to our Membership Committee, Visitor Hosts, Education Coordinator, Event Coordinator, and additional support roles, each leader plays an important part in keeping our chapter strong.

We’re excited to step into this new term with fresh energy, clear goals, and a shared commitment to helping our members build meaningful relationships and stronger businesses.

Here’s to a great new leadership term for BNI Fusion!

When it comes to growing a business, the right financial partner matters.Meet Christina Rufer, AVP Commercial Lender wit...
09/28/2026

When it comes to growing a business, the right financial partner matters.
Meet Christina Rufer, AVP Commercial Lender with First National Bank of Bellevue. Christina works with business owners who are looking at opportunities like purchasing equipment, expanding into a new space, buying commercial real estate, acquiring a business, or simply figuring out what financing options may make sense next. Christina SBA BNI presentation …
One thing we loved from her recent presentation: commercial lending is about so much more than just sales numbers. Cash flow, credit, collateral, management experience, the purpose of the loan, and how new debt fits into the business all matter.

09/21/2026

Your core values aren’t just words on a website they’re the foundation of how you show up, serve others and do business.

At BNI Fusion, we believe in giving first, building meaningful relationships, continuing to learn, staying accountable and celebrating one another’s success.

Because when strong values lead the way, trust grows and trusted businesses grow, too. 🤝

Today, Krista Jo spoke at our chapter meeting about the continued growth of Elevate4031 Marketing Agency and the direct...
09/17/2026

Today, Krista Jo spoke at our chapter meeting about the continued growth of Elevate4031 Marketing Agency and the direction the business is heading into 2027.

Krista is the Owner and Creative Director of Elevate4031, a business development and marketing company helping businesses strengthen their visibility, identify gaps, and create intentional strategies for growth.

She shared how Elevate4031 continues to evolve alongside the needs of local business owners, combining digital marketing, content, advertising, business development, and community connection to help businesses grow in ways that make sense for them.

Krista was also recently recognized with BNI Fusion’s Notable Networker Award for Monthly Visitors!

Recognition is just one of the many small ways BNI celebrates members who are actively helping grow the room, build relationships, and create new opportunities for fellow business owners.

We’re excited to see what’s ahead for Krista and Elevate4031 as they continue serving businesses throughout our local communities.

If you know a business owner who feels overwhelmed by marketing, knows they need stronger visibility, or simply doesn’t know where to start, Krista would be a great connection to make.

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we’re celebrating the business owners and professionals who work hard every day not only to grow their own businesses, but to support others along the way.

BNI Fusion is built on relationships, referrals and the belief that Givers Gain.

Here’s to the people who keep showing up, building connections and strengthening our local community. Happy Labor Day!

09/04/2026

⚖️ This week at BNI Fusion, Law Office of Phillip T. Wylkan shared an important presentation about protecting the person you’ve chosen to build your life with.

Through different real-life scenarios, she explained how complicated things can become when couples don’t have the proper legal documents in place especially when it comes to property, finances, healthcare decisions and honoring one another’s wishes.

It was a great reminder that you should never assume everything will automatically work out the way you intended.

Thank you, Wylkan Law, for an informative presentation and for showing us why planning ahead is one of the best ways to protect the people we love!

08/25/2026

This week, we’re highlighting one of our long-standing BNI Fusion members Forrest's Garage !

Located in Gibsonburg, Forrest’s Garage is a family-owned, ASE-certified automotive repair shop. From routine maintenance, oil changes and brake repairs to diagnostics, tires and custom upgrades, their team is committed to honest service, transparent pricing and reliable repairs.

We’re grateful for their continued commitment to our chapter, fellow members and the community!

Learn more: www.forrestsgarage.net

08/21/2026

We’re looking to grow our BNI chapter! 👏

Because BNI allows only one person per industry-specific seat, you’ll never have direct competition sitting across the table from you.

We’re currently looking for:

🏡 A Realtor
🍽️ A Restaurant Owner
🏥 A Healthcare Representative

Interested in learning how BNI works and how it can help grow your business through trusted referrals? Send us a message we’d love to invite you!

Last week at BNI, SpeekGeek gave us a look at what mobile podcasting could bring to the area and believe it or not, it ...
08/13/2026

Last week at BNI, SpeekGeek gave us a look at what mobile podcasting could bring to the area and believe it or not, it may be even better than freshly brewed espresso.

Big ideas, great conversations and content created wherever the story happens. We’re excited to see this one come to life!

Address

1441 Fangboner Road
Fremont, OH
43420

Opening Hours

8am - 9:30am

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when BNI Fusion posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category