BNI Alabama Business Associates - Florence, Alabama

11/19/2025

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
Please join me in welcoming Tana Vaden as the newest member of BNI ABA’s Chapter!

Tana is officially joining the group as a trusted provider of self-care services at Doris Day Spa. 🌿✨
Her passion for helping people feel renewed and cared for makes her a perfect fit for our chapter and an incredible resource for anyone looking to prioritize wellness.

We’re so happy to have you, Tana! 💚
Here’s to building connections, supporting local business, and spreading a little more self-care in our community.

10/30/2025

The real legacy is in the lives you change and the problems you help others solve.

Take a moment and ask yourself — What legacy are you creating through your business?

10/23/2025

🎉 Welcome to the Team, Garrett! 🎉

We’re excited to welcome Garrett, our newest member and trusted insurance agent, to our BNI group! His expertise in helping families and businesses find the right coverage makes him a fantastic addition to our network of professionals.

BNI is all about building meaningful relationships and helping each other grow — and we can’t wait to see the value Garrett brings to the group (and vice versa!).

Join us in giving Garrett a warm welcome! 👏

05/14/2025

📣 REMINDER: BNI ABA Meeting – TOMORROW MORNING! 📣
Calling all local business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals ready to grow their network and build strong referral relationships!

Join us for our weekly BNI – Alabama Business Associates meeting:

📍 Location:
Stricklin Hotel – 2nd Floor
Belk-Belk Hudson Conference Room
Florence, AL

🕢 Time:
Thursday @ 7:30 AM sharp
(Doors open a little early for coffee & conversation!)

🎤 This Week’s Featured Speaker (05/15/2025):
Trevor Hardy with NEXTGen IT presenting:
“AI: Your Business’s Best Tool… and Biggest Threat”
Learn how to harness the power of AI to grow your business while staying protected from emerging cyber threats.

🎟 Visitors are always welcome!
If you’ve never been, there’s never been a better time to see what BNI is all about.
✅ Network
✅ Learn
✅ Grow
✅ Get Referrals
Register here:
👉 https://northern.bnialabama.com/en-US/visitorregistration?chapterId=6660

See you bright and early in the morning! ☕💼

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05/13/2025

🤖💥 AI: Your Business’s Best Tool… and Biggest Threat 💥🤖
That’s the topic this week at ABA – Alabama Business Associates, and you do not want to miss it!

Join us Thursday, May 15th at 7:30 AM at The Stricklin Hotel in Florence as Trevor Hardy, the HEAD NERD of NEXTGen IT, takes the mic for his featured chapter presentation!

Trevor will break down how AI is reshaping the business world—from automating operations and boosting profits… to creating major cybersecurity risks and compliance nightmares if left unchecked.

📉 What’s hype vs. what’s real?
🛡 How do you protect your data, your team, and your reputation?
🚀 How can you actually leverage AI to get ahead instead of falling behind?

If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or decision-maker, this talk is a must-attend.

🎟 Register to visit here:
👉 https://northern.bnialabama.com/en-US/visitorregistration?chapterId=6660

📍 Where: The Stricklin Hotel, Florence, AL
🕢 When: Thursday, 7:30 AM sharp
☕️ Why: Coffee, referrals, and real conversations that move the needle

🎤 Upcoming Speaker Rotation:
📅 05/15 – Trevor Hardy | NEXTGen IT – AI: Your Business’s Best Tool… and Biggest Threat
📅 05/22 – Todd Frederickson | The Valley Clean Team
📅 05/29 – Justin Keeton | Walking Free Pro Services
📅 06/05 – Toni McGee | Exit Realty

🚨 BNI works. Come see how this team of local professionals is growing their businesses by helping others grow theirs.

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04/24/2025

🏡 Want More Referrals, Real Relationships, and Real Estate Tips? 🏡
If you're a local business owner, entrepreneur, or sales professional looking to grow your network and your business—we’ve got the place for you!

Join us this Thursday at 7:30 AM at The Stricklin Hotel in Florence for our weekly BNI chapter meeting – ABA (Alabama Business Associates)!

🎤 This Week’s Featured Speaker (04/24/2025):
Toni McGee with Exit Realty will be taking the spotlight!
Toni is one of the Shoals' most trusted names in real estate, and she’ll be sharing insight into our local market, what buyers and sellers really need to know, and how she’s helping people make big moves—literally! 🏠✨

Whether you're in business, law, tech, trades, or real estate—BNI is where business relationships turn into real results.

📍 Location: The Stricklin Hotel, Florence, AL
🕢 Time: Thursdays @ 7:30 AM
☕️ Bonus: Coffee, breakfast, and great company included!

🎯 Upcoming Speaker Rotation:
📅 04/24 – Toni McGee | Exit Realty
📅 05/01 – Randall Smith | Yellow Hammer Roofing
📅 05/08 – Trevor Hardy | NEXTGen IT
📅 05/15 – Todd Frederickson | The Valley Clean Team
📅 05/22 – Kayla Patterson | Foxtrot Family Law
📅 05/29 – Justin Keeton | Walking Free Pro Services
📅 06/05 – Toni McGee | Exit Realty

🎟 Want to visit? Register here:
👉 https://northern.bnialabama.com/en-US/visitorregistration?chapterId=6660

Come see why BNI is the #1 networking organization in the world—and why ABA is the most fun, focused, and fast-growing chapter in North Alabama. 🚀

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04/16/2025

🚀 Local Business Owners – Ready to Level Up? 🚀
Looking to grow your business, connect with other high-performing professionals, and build a solid referral network?

Join us at ABA – Alabama Business Associates, your local BNI Chapter, this Thursday at 7:30 AM at The Stricklin Hotel in Florence! 🏨☕️

🎤 This Week’s Featured Speaker (04/17/2025):
Justin Keeton with Walking Free Pro Services – a trusted name in handyman work, pressure washing, and home improvement throughout the Shoals! 💪🏽🔧

From small repairs to full property refreshes, Justin brings excellence, efficiency, and integrity to every job.
🔗 Check him out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554755504021

Whether you're a business owner, sales pro, or entrepreneur, BNI helps you build meaningful relationships that drive real results. Come see how Justin is growing his business and helping others in the process!

📍 Location: The Stricklin Hotel, Florence, AL
🕢 Time: Thursdays @ 7:30 AM
🥞 Bonus: Coffee and connections served fresh!

🎤 Upcoming Speaker Rotation:
📅 04/17 – Justin Keeton | Walking Free Pro Services
📅 04/24 – Toni McGee | Exit Realty
📅 05/01 – Randall Smith | Yellow Hammer Roofing
📅 05/08 – Trevor Hardy | NEXTGen IT
📅 05/15 – Todd Frederickson | The Valley Clean Team
📅 05/22 – Kayla Patterson | Foxtrot Family Law
📅 05/29 – Justin Keeton | Walking Free Pro Services
📅 06/05 – Toni McGee | Exit Realty

🎟 Want to visit? Register here:
👉 https://northern.bnialabama.com/en-US/visitorregistration?chapterId=6660

💬 Visitors are always welcome! Come network, bring business cards, and see why BNI is the best-kept secret in business growth.

We can handle any handyman or remodel services you may need! Give us a call for an estimate!

04/10/2025

🚨 Attention Local Business Owners & Entrepreneurs! 🚨
Looking to grow your business, build solid referral partners, and connect with a powerhouse network of professionals right here in the Shoals?

Join us for ABA - Alabama Business Associates, your local BNI Chapter, every Thursday at 7:30 AM at The Stricklin Hotel in Florence, AL 🏨☕️

✨ Tomorrow’s Featured Speaker (04/10/2025):
Todd Frederickson of The Valley Clean Team
Todd runs one of the Shoals’ top cleaning services, offering:
🧼 Commercial & Residential Cleaning
🧽 Floor Care & Deep Cleaning
🏢 Janitorial Services & More!
➡️ Check out all services here: The Valley Clean Team Services

Come hear how Todd and his team make businesses and homes shine—literally—while learning how BNI can help you grow your own business through referrals, relationships, and results.

🎤 Upcoming Speaker Rotation:
📅 04/10 - Todd Frederickson | The Valley Clean Team
📅 04/17 - Justin Keeton | Walking Free Pro Services
📅 04/24 - Toni McGee | Exit Realty
📅 05/01 - Randall Smith | Yellow Hammer Roofing
📅 05/08 - Trevor Hardy | NEXTGen IT
📅 05/15 - Todd Frederickson | The Valley Clean Team
📅 05/22 - Kayla Patterson | Foxtrot Family Law
📅 05/29 - Justin Keeton | Walking Free Pro Services

Whether you're new to business or a seasoned pro, BNI is where relationships turn into revenue. 💼💰

➡️ Visitors are always welcome! Come network, have coffee with us, and see what the buzz is all about.

📍 Where: The Stricklin Hotel, Florence, AL
🕢 When: Thursdays @ 7:30 AM
💬 Why: Because your business deserves more than just word-of-mouth—it deserves a community.

07/11/2024

🚨 Exciting Update! 🚨

This past week, Courtney Embry of Brick Driven Realty shared her invaluable insights on the real estate market and current trends. We appreciate her expertise and the knowledge she brought to our meeting.

Join us tomorrow, Thursday, July 11th, at 7:30 AM, for another engaging session at the Stricklin Hotel.

📍 Location: 2nd floor conference room at the Stricklin Hotel in Florence.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and network with industry experts!

Agent-driven and customer-focused is how we help our clients accomplish their real estate goals from

06/27/2024

🚨 Exciting Update! 🚨

This past week, Todd Frederickson of the Valley Clean Team shared his expertise on the cleaning industry, highlighting what to look for, what to expect, and what sets them apart in the industry. It was an enlightening session!

For more information, visit: https://thevalleycleanteam.com/ or call 256-826-1100.

Join us for another insightful meeting this Thursday, June 27th, at 7:30 AM, where Courtney Embry of Brick Driven Realty will provide us with valuable insights on the real estate market and current trends.

For more information, visit: https://www.facebook.com/BrickDriven or call 256-766-0000.

📍 Location: 2nd floor conference room at the Stricklin Hotel in Florence.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and network with industry experts!

06/20/2024

🚨 Exciting Announcement! 🚨

This past week, we delved into the critical world of Cyber Security and the importance of Zero Trust networks with insights from Trevor Hardy of NEXTGen, our IT & Networks expert.

Join us for another thrilling session this Thursday, June 20th, at 7:30 AM, where Todd Frederickson of the Valley Clean Team will share his invaluable knowledge and expertise.

Location: 2nd floor conference room at the Stricklin Hotel in Florence.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn and network!

NEXTGen Technologies

NEXT Generation Computers

The Valley Clean Team