BNI Fact Sheet
Name: Business Networking International
Established: 1985
Founder: Dr. Ivan Misner
Reach: Worldwide
Members: 200,000+
Chapters: 7,500+
Revenue: In 2015 alone, BNI® members generated millions of referrals resulting in over $9.3 billion in closed business worldwide.
This is predicated on the age-old idea of “What goes around, comes around.”
Our Chapter – Parkville BNI
Parkville BNI is a local chapter of the global Business Networking International (BNI) organization. Our chapter of nearly 50 business professionals represents numerous industries, and we meet on a weekly basis to focus on business-to-business networking and developing quality referrals for each other, resulting in growth for our businesses.
Our Philosophy
The philosophy of BNI is built upon the idea of “Givers Gain®”: By giving business to others, you will get business in return. This is predicated on the age-old idea of “What goes around, comes around.”
Our Mission
The mission of BNI and Parkville BNI is to help members increase their business through a structured, positive, and professional “word-of-mouth” program that enables them to develop long-term, meaningful relationships with quality business professionals.