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"Givers Gain®": By giving business to others, you will get business in return. This is predicated on the age-old idea of "What goes around, comes around."

Givers Gain®
The mission of BNI is to help members increase their business through a structured, positive, and professional "word-of-mouth" program that enables them to develop long-term, meaningful relationships with quality business professionals.

08/28/2026

12 months. One room full of Knoxville business owners showing up for each other. 💪

Here's what that looks like at BNI NRG over the past year:

🔹 $1.67M in closed business
🔹 1,028 referrals passed
🔹 986 one-to-one meetings

Those aren't just numbers — they're real deals, real relationships, and real revenue generated between members who genuinely want to see each other win.

That's the power of Givers Gain. When you show up every week and pour into other people's businesses, it comes back around.

Curious what a seat at this table could do for your business? Come visit us as our guest — drop a 👋 in the comments or send us a message.

08/20/2026

Member Spotlight: Chris Anderson of ! 🐻

Chris is proof that showing up and doing great work pays off. In just his first year in business, he earned an incredible 122 five-star reviews — and in only 9 months as a BNI NRG member, he's already closed $35K+ in business through referrals from our chapter.

That's what happens when care meets craft. Chris built Honey Bear Plumbing on experience, integrity, and a genuine commitment to treating your home like his own.

As our chapter's trusted plumber, Chris is the guy our members refer their clients, friends, and family to with total confidence.

Need a plumber you can actually trust in your home? Reach out to Chris and the Honey Bear Plumbing team — and give them a follow!

Welcome to the spotlight, Chris. We're glad to have you in the room. 🙌

08/13/2026

Ever wonder who's sitting around the table at BNI NRG? 🤝

27 industries. One powerful network. From HVAC and roofing to our CPA, financial advisor, electrician, and everything in between — our chapter is packed with trusted Knoxville professionals who show up for each other every single week.

Here's what makes it powerful: BNI allows only ONE business per category. So every person on this list is THE go-to referral partner for their trade in our chapter — no competition, no overlap.

Scan the list — is your industry here? If not, that means the seat is wide open. And it could be yours.

Send us a message or drop a comment to learn how to visit. 👇

08/05/2026

Attention Knoxville real estate agents — a rare opportunity just opened up. 🏡

Our residential real estate seat at BNI NRG is officially available. And here's what makes it special: BNI only allows ONE business per category. That means whoever claims this seat becomes the go-to realtor for our entire chapter — with zero competition inside the room.

Every week, our members pass referrals to the professionals they know and trust. Last year alone, that added up to $1.41M in closed business across the chapter.

Imagine being the only agent that a room full of Knoxville business owners refers their clients, friends, and family to.

That seat is open right now — but not for long. Only one realtor gets in.

Interested, or know someone who'd be perfect? Send us a message or drop a comment. 👇

07/31/2026

Today we say a heartfelt farewell to one of our own. 👋

After many years as a valued member of BNI NRG, Eric Whitener of The Knox Fox Group is moving on — and we couldn't let him go without saying thank you.

Eric brought referrals, friendship, and the true Givers Gain spirit to our chapter week after week. He showed up, he gave generously, and he made this room better just by being in it.

Eric, thank you for everything you've contributed over the years. You'll be missed around the table — and we're wishing you nothing but success in what's next. 🙌

Once a part of this chapter, always part of the family.

07/15/2026

Curious about BNI but have a few questions holding you back? You're not alone — here are the ones we hear most. 👇

⏰ "How much time does it take?"
One meeting a week, plus a few one-on-ones a month. It fits right into your routine — and it pays for itself.

🤝 "Do I have to be a salesperson?"
Nope. BNI isn't about pitching — it's about building genuine relationships and passing referrals to people you trust. If you're great at what you do, you'll fit right in.

👋 "How do I visit?"
Just reach out! Come as our guest — no pressure, no obligation. See a meeting for yourself and decide if it's a fit.

Still have a question we didn't cover? Drop it in the comments or send us a message — we're happy to answer.

07/03/2026

What if your network paid for itself — and then some? 💰

The average BNI NRG member sees over $53,000 in closed business every year. Not from cold calls or ad spend — from real referrals passed by people who want to see them win.

Last 12 months, our chapter delivered:
🔹 $1.41M in closed business
🔹 864 referrals passed
🔹 29 members growing together

That's what happens when a room full of Knoxville business owners commit to each other's success.

We have a few seats open — and only one business per category gets in. Ready to claim yours?

Send us a message and let's talk. 👇

06/16/2026

Before the meeting. After the meeting. Same energy. 🤝

This is what BNI NRG looks like every week in Knoxville — real people, real conversations, real business.

Curious? Come visit us as our guest. Drop a 👋 or send us a message.

06/05/2026

27 years. $3.5M+ in closed business. One incredible BNI member. 🙌

Chris Waddell of Elite Heating & Cooling has been a cornerstone of BNI NRG since 2012 — and a BNI member for over 27 years. In that time, he's built real relationships, passed real referrals, and closed real business. That's not luck. That's what showing up every week looks like.

Chris will be retiring from our chapter this July, and we couldn't be more grateful for everything he's brought to this room. The referrals, the consistency, the laughs — we're going to miss you, Chris. Wishing you nothing but the best in the next chapter. 🔥

And if you or someone you know needs HVAC service in the Knoxville area — sales, repair, or maintenance — Chris and the Elite Heating & Cooling team aren't going anywhere. Give them a call.

P.S. Chris' HVAC seat will be opening up in July. If you know a heating & cooling pro who'd thrive in a referral-driven environment, we'd love to connect. Drop us a message or come visit us as our guest. 👇

05/28/2026

📊 This month by the numbers:

✅ 91 referrals passed between members
✅ $65,046 in closed business reported
✅ 27 members showing up for each other every week

This is what Givers Gain looks like in practice. We don't just talk about supporting local business — we track it.

Curious what a seat at the table could mean for yours? Come visit us as our guest. Comment below or send us a message to find out when we meet. 🤝

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7709 Westland Drive
Knoxville, TN
37919

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