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What to expect at BNI Bolton 

 

All BNI meetings follow a structured 20 point agenda and no matter which chapter you decide to visit the format will be the same. This agenda has been designed to give its members maximum benefit and focuses on generating as much business for each other as effectively and efficiently as possible. At the Bolton Chapter you will find that the vibe is friendly, the meetings are carried out in an enjoyable manner whilst still maintaining the strict agenda and remembering the reason why we are there.

 

  06:30 – 06:45   

Arrival - you will be greeted by our visitor host team who will ensure you are made to feel welcome

  06:45 – 07:00  

Open networking & as much tea and coffee as you need!

  07:00 – 07:15  

Full English or a continental Breakfast is served.

  07:15 – 07:30  

The BNI Director opens the meeting.

  07:30 – 07:35   Education Slot to help you improve your networking skills
  07:40 – 08:10   60 Second Presentations. Each member speaks for 60 seconds about their business (visitors will also have an opportunity to do this if they wish)
  08:10 – 08:20   Contribution section – where referrals are passed to fellow members
  08:20 – 08:30   Any other business & the meeting is drawn to a close.
  08:30 – 09:30   Open networking until you need to go!

Visitors are asked to stay behind so that we can explain the membership application process. There is no obligation to join and visitors are allowed to attend twice before deciding whether to join us. We do ask for a £10 fee for each of these visits to cover the cost of your breakfast.


What to bring

 

 
  • Please bring plenty of business cards as you will be able to pass these around the room
 
  • An idea of what you are going to say in your 60 seconds.  This is your opportunity to tell the room about yourself, about your business and explain to everyone the type of business you are ideally looking for.
 
  • £10 to cover the cost of your breakfast

Please contact us to book your place.

 

Is my category available?

We only allow one person from each category to become a member and we ask you to contact us first so that we can ensure that your category is available. Our members page will indicate which categories have been taken however even if your category has been taken it is still worth contacting us as there maybe alternative categories suitable for you.

     
Who do Bolton BNI want?
 

Solicitor

Electrician

Office Supplies

Marketing Consultant

Photographer

Florist

Architect

Sign writer

Events / hospitality

Gardening Services

Caterer

HR Consultant

Kitchen Fitter

Public Relations
 

Carpet / Flooring

 

These are just some of the categories available for you to apply for.  If your category isn't listed we would still like to hear from you, so please get in touch.

Who do Bolton BNI want?

 

 
 


We meet 6:45am every Friday at:

Ladybridge Hall
399 Chorley New Road
Bolton
BL1 5DD


 

 

 

 

 

 
 

Bolton BNI Chapter, Ladybridge Hall, 399 Chorley New Road, Bolton, BL1 5DD