BNI -Excelsior

08/27/2026

"I joined BNI in 2020 right before Covid shut the world down, initially looking for an opportunity to grow my business and build meaningful professional relationships. What I found has become much more than that.

As the owner of Shorette Advisory Services, I help individuals, families, and businesses gain access to legal and identity protection solutions through LegalShield and IDShield. My business is built around serving, protecting, and empowering people, so relationship-based networking has always felt much more natural to me than simply trying to make a sale.

BNI has given me an opportunity to build genuine relationships with professionals I trust, become a better communicator and business owner, and develop a network of people I can confidently connect others with when they need help. Serving as a BNI Ambassador has also given me the opportunity to help other chapters and members grow.

I would recommend BNI to someone who understands that great networking isn't about walking into a room asking, "What can I get?" It's about asking, "How can I help?"

When you consistently show up, invest in relationships, and look for opportunities to help others succeed, the business has an opportunity to follow."

Kevin Shorette

08/13/2026

"My passion for this work comes from my own experience. After struggling with my weight and health for years, I lost 120 pounds and have maintained that transformation for nearly seven years. That journey completely changed the direction of my life and ultimately led me to helping others do the same.

I joined BNI Excelsior in October 2020, and it has become an important part of both my business and my connection to our local community. BNI has helped me build genuine relationships with other business owners and professionals, grow my confidence, strengthen my networking skills, and create a trusted referral network.

What I value most is that we truly get to know one another, not just what we do, but who we are and who we can best help.

I recommend BNI Excelsior to anyone who wants to grow their business through genuine relationships, accountability, collaboration, and a strong community of people who truly want to see each other succeed and grow."

- Emily O Kelsey

07/30/2026

As I approach 20 years in BNI, I am taking a moment to reflect on my membership. When I joined BNI originally, I looked into a chapter that extended my reach geographically into new areas of the Hudson Valley. I asked and BNI delivered. As the dynamics of my business changed and I moved from Sales into a C Suite Position, BNI supported me in this new role. As I implemented new products and services, BNI was there to support me as priorities shifted again.

Over the last 20 years, we experienced not only a recession, but also a global pandemic. Either could have easily forced my business hand to fold. Had I not taken the time to build relationships before these events, my path could've taken a completely different turn.

While BNI isn't the genie in a magic lamp, granting you three wishes, as you and your business change, and priorities shift, BNI is there to support you.

Amy Stillwaggon, Newburgh Envelope Corp

07/19/2026

Leave some positive vibes for Tom Talex Media LLC ! He’s in Lake Placid at IRONMAN

07/18/2026

Follow our friend Tom Langan of Talex Media LLC tomorrow as he does his 7th IRONMAN

01/13/2026

Our network is growing!!

How may potential connections were you able to make at this morning’s meeting?

Drop the number below ⬇️
Kevin Shorette Dana Posner Kirandeep K Kaur Michael Loscialpo Trisha Baird Crawley Reymond Cerda, Registered Representative with New York Life Tasmanika Rich Independent Scentsy Consultant

01/09/2026

Congrats Dana!!

I’m incredibly honored and grateful to be receiving the Up and Coming Award from the Hudson Gateway Association of REALTORS at this year’s Installation. This recognition truly means so much to me.

Thank you to everyone who has supported, encouraged, and believed in me along the way my clients, colleagues, friends, and family. I’m excited to continue growing, learning, and serving my community. So grateful for this journey ❤️