BNI Winning Edge Spring Hill, FL

05/06/2026

Today reminded me why I fell in love with photography in the first place… capturing moments that can never truly be recreated again.

Thank you BNI family for the love, support, and referrals. It truly means more than you know.

This morning at BNI, I had the opportunity to share something that means so much to me… the importance of capturing life’s moments professionally.

The tears of a father dancing with his daughter before giving her away.

The look on a groom’s face during that first look moment, the awe, the love, the emotion.

The quiet connection between a mother and daughter, where one simple touch says everything words never could.

Photography is so much more than taking pictures. It’s preserving emotion, connection, legacy, and moments that can never be recreated again.

Phones can take photos, but there’s something different about intentionally capturing a moment with heart, vision, and experience.

Thank you to everyone for the continued referrals, support, and trust in my work. Whether it’s a wedding, family session, headshots, graduation, anniversary, restoration, or real estate photography, I would be honored to help tell your story.

At Ezekiel’s Photography, we don’t just capture images…
we capture soul, spirit, and memories that last forever.Ezekiel Merino

05/06/2026

This morning at BNI, I had the opportunity to share something that means so much to me… the importance of capturing life’s moments professionally.

The tears of a father dancing with his daughter before giving her away.

The look on a groom’s face during that first look moment, the awe, the love, the emotion.

The quiet connection between a mother and daughter, where one simple touch says everything words never could.

Photography is so much more than taking pictures. It’s preserving emotion, connection, legacy, and moments that can never be recreated again.

Phones can take photos, but there’s something different about intentionally capturing a moment with heart, vision, and experience.

Thank you to everyone for the continued referrals, support, and trust in my work. Whether it’s a wedding, family session, headshots, graduation, anniversary, restoration, or real estate photography, I would be honored to help tell your story.

At Ezekiel’s Photography, we don’t just capture images…
we capture soul, spirit, and memories that last forever.Ezekiel Merino

04/29/2026

Another great morning at BNI, packed with value and a few laughs along the way.

We had two solid presentations today:

Anthony Gotts with Discount Dumpsters reminded us why having the right partner on a job site matters. Not only does he offer some of the lowest prices in town, but he takes the headache out of dealing with the dump altogether. If you’ve ever spent time waiting in line, unloading, and dealing with the mess, you already know how valuable that is. Whether it’s construction, cleanouts, or demolitions, he makes the process simple.

Randy Jaikaran with Wheels R Us Auto Sales brought great insight on purchasing vehicles. His message was clear, buying a vehicle is a big decision, and working with someone you trust makes all the difference. The right guidance can save you time, money, and a lot of stress.

Big congratulations to Shirly Madera with TRu Beauty Hair Salon for winning the “Sharpest Presentation” award, well deserved.

Shoutout to Sarah Zambrotto with Gold Galore for winning “Thank You for Closed Business” this week. Since Sarah wasn’t able to attend, Danielle Rush stepped in for her and had some fun accepting the fish award, covering her face with it and keeping things light and goofy.

Another powerful meeting, lots of knowledge shared, and we’re all ready to go out and generate strong referrals this week.

If you’re looking to grow your business through real relationships, BNI is where it’s at.

04/22/2026

What an incredible meeting this week at BNI 👏

We want to give a warm welcome to our newest member, Matt Siegfried with DEVOUT Bookkeeping LLC. We are excited to have you as part of the chapter and look forward to your success with us.

A big congratulations to Randy Jaikaran with Wheels R Us Auto Sales LLC for renewing his membership. Your continued commitment to the chapter truly makes a difference and we appreciate you.

Our presenters this week did an outstanding job:

Caylin Diaz with Settled and Sorted shared the importance of organization and how clearing clutter can bring peace of mind and clarity to both your home and your business.

Kelly Smith Soash with Urge Apparel reminded us of the power of one to one relationships. She shared a great story about her connection with Dory from Revitalize Counseling, showing how BNI creates meaningful relationships that may have never happened otherwise.

A big shoutout to JACKEY Newell with Newell Family Enterprise Soft Washing for winning the AXE Award for the sharpest presentation. Well deserved 👏

And a special congratulations to Ryan McClure for receiving the most “Thank You for Closed Business” this week. That is what BNI is all about.

Grateful to be part of a group that continues to build relationships, support one another, and grow together.

04/22/2026

What an incredible meeting this week at BNI 👏

We want to give a warm welcome to our newest member, Matt Siegfried with DEVOUT Bookkeeping LLC. We are excited to have you as part of the chapter and look forward to your success with us.

A big congratulations to Randy Jaikaran with Wheels R Us Auto Sales LLC for renewing his membership. Your continued commitment to the chapter truly makes a difference and we appreciate you.

Our presenters this week did an outstanding job:

Caylin Diaz with Settled and Sorted shared the importance of organization and how clearing clutter can bring peace of mind and clarity to both your home and your business.

Kelly Smith Soash with Urge Apparel reminded us of the power of one to one relationships. She shared a great story about her connection with Dory from Revitalize Counseling, showing how BNI creates meaningful relationships that may have never happened otherwise.

A big shoutout to Jackey Newell with Newell Family Enterprise Soft Washing for winning the AXE Award for the sharpest presentation. Well deserved 👏

And a special congratulations to Ryan McClure for receiving the most “Thank You for Closed Business” this week. That is what BNI is all about.

Grateful to be part of a group that continues to build relationships, support one another, and grow together.

04/16/2026

Great BNI meeting this week!

A big thank you to Nic Soash with Urge Apparel for an insightful presentation on the wide range of services they offer. It was great learning how they can help businesses elevate their branding with quality apparel and promotional products.

Also, John Salazar with Global Pest Control shared valuable knowledge about the serious damage termites can cause to homes, and the importance of prevention since most insurance companies don’t cover termite damage. Definitely a reminder to stay proactive and protect your investment.

And a big congratulations to Jessica Banville with USA Benefit Group for winning the Biggest Fish Award! This award is given each week to the member who brings in the highest amount of business through referrals, a true reflection of the power of relationships and trust within BNI.

Grateful for the knowledge, connections, and growth each week. Looking forward to passing lots of referrals this week!

03/31/2026

Videos in Marketing Workshop!

Here is an amazing opportunity to learn more about using Videos to Market your business.

I'd love to save a seat to sit with you.

Join us next Friday, April 10th.

Link to register: https://business.hernandochamber.com/events/details/friday-business-builder-employee-mentoring-coaching-37366

03/24/2026

03/24/2026

Another great morning at BNI Winning Edge 🙌

Shireen took home the Big Fish Award, great job bringing in solid business.

Sharpest Presentation went to Gina Calhoun, well deserved.

Our presenters today were Greg Gruner with Complete Automotive and Tanya Peters with Compass Claim Solutions.

What really stood out today was Greg’s message. Instead of making it about himself, he took the time to encourage the newer members. He shared that BNI isn’t about quick results, it’s about building relationships and giving it time. After 17 years in BNI, he made it clear that consistency is what creates results, and that BNI truly changed his life and his business.

We also had John Salazar with Global Pest Control go over the Power of One. Seeing the chart really puts things into perspective. Red means you’re below where you should be, yellow means you’re meeting the minimum, and green is where we all want to be, exceeding the goals.

What I respected most is that John openly shared that he’s currently in the red and needs to step it up. That kind of honesty is what makes this group strong.

The goal is simple, but it takes commitment, 2-CEUs, 2-one-to-ones, and at least 2 referrals. Stay consistent, build relationships, and the results will follow.

BNI works when you work it.

Grateful to be surrounded by people who continue to grow and push each other every week.