as featured on BNI’s SuccessNet August 2005

Leyland’s Olympus Chapter may not be Lancashire’s biggest BNI group or even the loudest. But they are definitely the proudest, having been named the county’s “Chapter of the Year” at the recent regional awards night. They were rewarded for their quality of referrals and consistently high standards. Jackie Williams who serves on the Membership Committee said: “I think we apply BNI’s rules more strictly than some chapters. Prospective new members are interviewed at length by the membership committee to ensure we attract quality, not quantity. We won’t tolerate absenteeism nor allow fudged contributions. We run a very tight ship which is probably one reason we won the award.” “Bringing in the right new people adds vibrancy and introduces us to new contacts. Visitors are always impressed by the ‘buzz’ we generate at our meetings, and by the serious amount of business they see changing hands. Receiving this award proves that small can be beautiful!”