BNI

Charlotte, NC, United States

Structured referral marketing and building relationships globally

BNI, founded by Dr. Ivan Misner in 1985, is the world's largest referral networking organization. With a presence in 76 countries and over 355,000 members, BNI facilitates business growth through structured, positive, and professional referral marketing programs. Members meet weekly in local chapters to exchange referrals and build trusted relationships.

BNI offers a unique networking experience by allowing only one person from each profession in each chapter, fostering collaboration over competition. The organization emphasizes core values such as 'Givers Gain', lifelong learning, and building strong relationships. Members benefit from a supportive environment that encourages the exchange of quality referrals, leading to significant business opportunities.

With over 11,600 global chapters and $26.5 billion in member-generated business in the last 12 months, BNI provides a platform for entrepreneurs and business leaders to expand their networks and achieve exponential growth. The organization remains committed to non-discrimination and does not engage in politics or religion, focusing instead on uniting people worldwide through business connections.

41
YEARS IN BUSINESS
8
SERVICES

About this agency on Agency List

BNI is listed on Agency List as part of our global directory of professional agencies. Profiles are compiled using a combination of agency-submitted information, publicly available data, and Agency List classification systems.

This page reflects the most current information available for BNI and may evolve as additional data is verified or updated.

Local context

BNI operates in Charlotte, NC, United States serving clients locally and beyond. Agency List organizes firms by geography to help buyers understand the distribution of agencies across regions and markets.

Data notes

Profile information is derived from agency submissions and public sources. Some attributes may be estimated and are updated over time as additional data becomes available.