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BNI Central Virginia

BNI is the largest business networking organization in the world. Our members make more money!!

Started in January 1985 by Dr. Ivan Misner, Founder & Chairman, BNI provides a positive, supportive, and structured environment for men and women to further their business through word-of-mouth marketing.

11/03/2026

Your Network Should Know More Than Your Job Title!

If your BNI chapter knows you're a realtor, accountant, contractor, or business owner, that's a start. But do they know what makes you different?

The more your referral partners understand the problems you solve, the better equipped they are to recognize opportunities for you.

Here's a challenge: At your next meeting, share something about your business that your fellow members might not know!

Sometimes the most valuable referral starts with something you haven't shared yet.

11/02/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Our October BNI Central Virginia Members of the Week! We're excited to recognize three outstanding members who were celebrated during October!

👏 Anna Barlow – & Associates, Inc. (October 5)
👏 Lorrie Curley – FOREVER.com (October 12)
👏 Sidney Ray – ADP (October 26)

These incredible professionals represent the dedication, generosity, and commitment to helping others succeed that make BNI Central Virginia so special.
Thank you for the energy, expertise, and support you bring to your fellow members and our business community!

Please join us in congratulating these three amazing women! 👏

10/31/2026

👻 What's scarier than Halloween?

A business owner trying to grow without a strong referral network!
Cold calls. Missed opportunities. Leads that disappear without a trace.

Fortunately, BNI members have something much more powerful than a bag of tricks: a network of trusted professionals who are actively looking for ways to help each other succeed.

No magic spells required. Just meaningful relationships, consistent follow-through and a little Givers Gain®.

🎃 Here's to a Halloween filled with treats, not tricks, and referrals that don't ghost you!

Happy Halloween from BNI Central Virginia!

10/30/2026

October is National Women's Small Business Month! 👏

Throughout BNI Central Virginia, women are building businesses, leading teams, creating jobs and making a difference in their communities.

And behind so many successful businesses is a network of people who believe in them.

Take a moment to celebrate the women in our chapters who inspire us, support fellow members and demonstrate the power of Givers Gain®.

💜 Support her business.
🤝 Make an introduction.
🌟 Celebrate her accomplishments.
Tag a woman in your BNI network who deserves a shoutout!

10/30/2026

When was your last great 1-to-1?

We see our fellow BNI members every week—but there’s a big difference between knowing someone and really understanding their business.

Next week, challenge yourself to schedule a 1-to-1 with someone you haven’t connected with recently.

Go beyond “How’s business?” and ask:

💬 What’s your biggest business goal right now?
🎯 What does your ideal referral actually look like?
👀 What should I be listening for when I’m talking to people?
🤝 What’s one way I can help you this month?

The better we know each other’s businesses, the easier it becomes to recognize opportunities and make meaningful introductions.

One conversation could lead to your next great referral—or theirs.

10/26/2026

We had a great time getting together this morning for our monthly Director Consultant meeting!

Led by Dawne, our Executive Director and owner, and John, our Area Director, this awesome group works together to support our chapters, help our members grow, and keep BNI Central Virginia moving forward!

It's always nice to get everyone in the same room, share ideas, catch up, and talk about ways we can make our region even better.

An amazing team doing wonderful things for our BNI community!

10/06/2026

A new BNI year is underway! October marks a fresh start for BNI Central Virginia, and we’re excited for another year of building relationships, creating opportunities, and helping local businesses thrive.

Whether you’re a longtime member or just beginning your BNI journey, a new year is the perfect time to think about what you want to accomplish.

🤝 Build stronger relationships.
🎯 Set meaningful goals.
🌟 Create opportunities for others.
📈 Grow your business and your network.

Here’s to another year of Givers Gain® and all the incredible things we can accomplish together!

What’s one goal you’re setting for your new BNI year?

10/03/2026

The handsome young man on the right is my Grandson Frank. He is a junior at Virginia Tech. He is the handler for the ROTC dog and an honor student. More importantly he is a kind man and thoughtful. Pictured with him is the Comadant of the Marine Corp. We are so proud of him.

10/02/2026

We had the joy of celebrating our 30th anniversary on a cruise. On the 21st we renewed our commitment to each other for another 30 years (that would male us 104 and 107). When someone asked Frank how long we had been married he said " Not nearly long enough!" More pictures from our adventure coming as soon as soon as my brain gets over jet lag.

10/01/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our September BNI Central Virginia Members of the Week!

We’re excited to recognize four outstanding members for their commitment, participation, and contributions to their chapters and the BNI community:

⭐ Dan Goodwin — Goodwin & Smith Financial Services
⭐ Robert Snidow — Strategic Design Group
⭐ Judy Nunally — Home Mortgage
⭐ Charles Kleindienst — Nerds to Go Computer Service

Congratulations, Dan, Robert, Judy, and Charles! Thank you for showing up, building relationships, supporting fellow members, and demonstrating what Givers Gain® is all about.

👏 Help us celebrate our September Members of the Week!

Address

6767 Forest Hill Avenue, Suite 270
Richmond, VA
23225

Website

http://www.bniva.com/

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