BNI Endeavour Chapter

The Olympus Chapter Vistor Day held on the 5th of December 2006 was a resounding success and opportunity to network with a fascinating cross-section of local businesses Рwith 22 visiting companies including some of Preston’s biggest names from accountants, signwriters, hire shop, car rental and even a model agency… hosted by Regional Director Mike Holman and our own Chapter Director Martin Toole.

this is what BNI’s powerful ‘word-of-mouth marketing referral programme’ is all about, please contact us for the date of the next Visitor Day.

One way to really liven up a morning meeting is by setting off fireworks!

and that’s what happened recently when the Olympus chapter passed it’s 2500th referral, it was kept a secret by the leadership team until the actual referral was passed, and then celebrated in style… at least it woke everyone up, talk about a meeting stimulus.

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!”