BNI-NE Ohio

10/09/2026

A strong network is not built by chance.

It is built through structure, consistency, and intention. That is what turns connections into referrals, and relationships into long-term success.

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10/08/2026

🏀 BNI NEO & EO GIVERS GAIN GAME — IT’S GAME TIME! 🏀

Join us on Saturday, November 7th at 8 PM at Rocket Arena as we cheer on our Cleveland Cavaliers against the New York Knicks! 🏀 W**e, dine, network, and GIVE back with our BNI NEO and EO community!

🔥 IMPORTANT: TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO GUARANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT SIZE!

Here’s what to do:
👕 Purchase your game tickets today!
📩 Watch for a follow-up link to order your Givers Gain Game T-shirt and ensure it’s delivered to the game.
🧢 The first 150 BNI members who purchase tickets will also receive a co-branded BNI & Cavs hat!

🎉 Your ticket purchase also includes opportunities to:
🤝 Connect with fellow BNI professionals at our pregame happy hour gathering.
🇺🇸 Be part of the BNI group holding the American flag during the national anthem.
❤️ Support the BNI Foundation and our local nonprofit members through group ticket sales.

🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://www.rocketarena.com/BNI

Use promo code BNICAVS26 to be included in the group perks!

Let’s pack Rocket Arena, strengthen our connections, cheer on the Cavs, and show everyone what Givers Gain® is all about! 🏀❤️

10/06/2026

One of the things that makes BNI NEO so special is the heart our members bring to their communities. We’re proud to have nonprofit professionals represented throughout our chapters, making a difference every day through their work, their service, and their commitment to others.

Please join us in celebrating our nonprofit members and the BNI NEO chapters they represent:

🔹 ACCESS, Inc. — 330 Connect Chapter
🔹 Alpha 11 Veterans Logistics Inc. — Ohio Powerhouse Professionals Chapter
🔹 Axess Family Services — Premier Business Builders Chapter
🔹 Baby Quest Foundation — I-71 Buzz Chapter
🔹 Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Central Ohio — Tuscarawas Gateway Chapter
🔹 Campbell Christian Community Center — Cedar Point Chapter
🔹 Charlie’s Wishes for Veterans — Dynamic Results Chapter
🔹 Connecting for Kids — I-480 & Westside Connections Chapters
🔹 Find Your Voice Now — Beachwood Pepper Pike Chapter
🔹 Goodwill of Erie, Huron, Ottawa & Sandusky — Maple City Connectors Chapter
🔹 Haven of Rest Ministries — Crooked River Chapter
🔹 Hope for Kids Geauga — Chagrin Business Conn
🔹 Horizon Education Centers- Great Lakes Chapter
🔹 I’m Possible Games & Studio — Sandstone Business Professionals Chapter
🔹 Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates — The Green Initiative Chapter
🔹 Kiwanis Club of Vermilion — Harbourtown Connections Chapter
🔹 Knights Baseball — 1 For All Chapter
🔹 Knights of Columbus — Pioneer Partners Chapter
🔹 LifeWise Salem City — The Salem Connection Chapter
🔹 Maya’s Way Inc. — Allstar Business Exchange Chapter
🔹 Mercy Health — Black River Chapter
🔹 Mustard Seed Miracles — Tusc. Connect Chapter
🔹 NAMI Start County — THE 8 a.m. Chapter
🔹 Parma Area Chamber of Commerce — Forest City Chapter
🔹 RiverTree Lake Church — Lake Community Connections Chapter
🔹 The Caring Closet of Wooster — The 808 Chapter
🔹 The Legacy Project of Stark — Hall of Fame Chapter
🔹 Ultimate Veterans Adventures — Successful by Choice Chapter
🔹 United Way of Lake County — Executive Business Network & Lake Elite Chapters
🔹 YMCA of Greater Cleveland — The 216 Chapter

From veterans and children to families, seniors, education, health, community development, and so much more, these organizations are making a difference across Northeast Ohio and beyond. ❤️

This is what Givers Gain® looks like in action — connecting people, supporting organizations, and strengthening the communities we call home.

👏 Thank you to all of our nonprofit members for the work you do!

10/06/2026

Why and How to Find an Accountability Partner

Accountability is important to get the best results when networking for your business. I share key questions to help you identify an Accountability Partner to help you stay committed and focused on your networking goals. https://tinyurl.com/khrmucvs

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

🏀 Tickets are selling FAST for the BNI NEO Givers Gain Game on November 7th! 🏀

This is more than a night at the Cavs game—it’s an evening about GIVING! ❤️

Join us for:
🤝 Pre-game networking at the arena
🇺🇸 35 of our very own BNI NEO & EO Members holding the flag during the National Anthem
🏀 Hopefully a Cavs victory!
💙 And, most importantly, an opportunity to shine a spotlight on our incredible Northeast & Eastern Ohio nonprofit members!

A portion of ALL group ticket sales goes directly to the BNI Foundation, which means our local nonprofit members may be eligible for Givers Gain Grants to help further their important missions.

And there’s more! The 29 BNI NEO nonprofit members as of October 1st will be featured on the back of custom BNI shirts worn throughout the arena during the game! 🙌

🎟️ NONPROFIT MEMBERS: We want to support YOU and help expand your reach! Join us and invite other members of your organization. Everyone is welcome at the pre-game networking event!

💙 ALL BNI MEMBERS: Don’t miss this opportunity to GIVE, connect, and help shine a spotlight on the amazing nonprofits that are making a difference throughout our communities.

⏰ Important deadlines & perks:
🎩 The first 150 members receive a co-branded BNI + Cavs hat!
🇺🇸 The first 150 members are entered into a drawing for the chance to be one of 35 members holding the flag during the National Anthem!
👕 ALL members purchasing tickets by October 9th receive a custom BNI T-shirt! Additional shirts will be available for friends, family, and guests.

⚠️ Some sections are already selling out!

Use code BNICAVS26 when purchasing your tickets.

Let's pack the arena, support our nonprofit members, represent BNI NEO, and show Cleveland what Givers Gain is all about! 🏀❤️

10/02/2026

Networking is not simply about meeting more people. It is about developing meaningful relationships and understanding how we can help one another in business.

When we build the right relationships, we create opportunities to exchange ideas, make connections, and generate referrals. https://tinyurl.com/yue6heum

09/30/2026

Congratulations to our newest chapter, The Eagles Nest Chapter of BNI 🎉🦅

What a fantastic morning celebrating you!

✂️🎉 WE’RE OFFICIAL! 🎉✂️

Today was a BIG day for The Eagles Nest Chapter of BNI as we celebrated our official ribbon cutting! 🥳

Congratulations, fam! We’re excited about what’s ahead and can’t wait to continue growing this incredible group of professionals. 🦅💙

Want to see what The Eagles Nest is all about? We’d love to have you visit!

📍 Market District – Cuyahoga Falls
🗓️ Wednesdays at 8:00 AM

Come meet the members, make some connections, and see what we’re building together!

And this is just the beginning… more pictures and posts from today’s celebration are coming! 📸

09/29/2026

Many people think small talk is just a polite conversation. I see it differently.
Small talk is the doorway to meaningful relationships.

Start with a sincere observation. Follow it with a thoughtful and meaningful question. Then listen with genuine curiosity. That is how conversations become connections, and connections become opportunities. https://tinyurl.com/bdrr2hnt