BNI Glos & Wilts

10/09/2026

This is a great event for the region. 25 years of great business people helping each other.

Last Chance to Book Your Place! 🤝🚨

All businesses are welcome at BNI Cheltenham’s special networking event at the iconic Pittville Pump Room on Friday 18th September from 6:30am.

Join local business owners and professionals for a morning of connections, conversations and discovering the power of in-person networking.

Whether you’re an established business owner or just starting out, all industries are welcome.

📍 Pittville Pump Room, Cheltenham
🔗 Reserve your place today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bni-cheltenham-25th-birthday-meeting-cheltenham-pump-rooms-tickets-1991445487060

09/09/2026

👥 35 VISITORS. 35 OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT.
Congratulations to Compass (Gloucester) for welcoming an impressive 35 visitors last month! 👏

Every visitor brings a new opportunity to build relationships, exchange ideas, and create meaningful connections within the business community.

Welcoming visitors is a great reflection of a chapter that is actively growing its network and creating an environment where businesses can connect and thrive.

02/09/2026

🏆 Chapter Spotlight: Cheltenham Leads BNI Gloucestershire & Wiltshire in TYFCB!

Huge congratulations to BNI Cheltenham - this quarter's top-performing chapter for Thank You For Closed Business (TYFCB), generating an incredible £88,578 in referred revenue for its members! 🎉

This result puts Cheltenham well ahead of the pack across the entire Gloucestershire & Wiltshire region - proof of what happens when a chapter fully commits to the Givers Gain philosophy and shows up for one another week after week.

A big well done to every member of Cheltenham for turning referrals into real, measurable business results. This is what powerful, connected networking looks like. 👏

Keep it up, Cheltenham!

31/08/2026

Are you asking for what you actually want?

In the latest Calls with Jules, the focus is on asking for the big referrals that could make a real difference to your business.

A common mistake is tailoring your ask to the people in the room. Instead, be specific about who you want to meet and trust your network to make the right connections.

Ask for what you really want.

24/08/2026

Be known for one thing. Be the person people think of first.

In the latest Calls with Jules, the focus is on becoming the go-to person for a specific need and making your speciality clear within your network.

Being known for one thing doesn’t mean offering only one service. It means choosing a speciality to lead with, whether it’s what you enjoy most, what’s most profitable or what creates opportunities to introduce clients to your other services.

One BNI member, for example, became known as the “van lady”. Although she offers much more, this simple positioning made her the obvious person to refer when someone needed a van.

What do you want to be known for?

17/08/2026

When it comes to BNI, there is no one-size-fits-all strategy. Your approach should be shaped by your business, your vision and where you want to go next.

For some members, the BNI Global Convention can be a powerful way to unlock international opportunities. With representatives from 70+ countries, the potential is huge, but so is the investment.

The key? Don’t leave your networking to chance. 🎯

Use the delegate list. Arrange strategic one-to-ones. Tell your UK team who you want to meet. Connect with exhibitors and be intentional about the conversations you have throughout the event.

The Global Convention can be an incredible tool, but only when you have a strategy behind it.

This is one of five strategy tips from Calls with Jules. Stay tuned for the next one!

16/08/2026

This is a powerful group of business people in Cheltenham. Still growing and looking for serious business partners as part of their referral group.

DM me if you are interested.

A period of exciting growth at BNI Cheltenham! 👏

Over recent months, we’ve welcomed new members, strengthened our chapter, and continued supporting local businesses through trusted relationships and quality referrals.

It’s brilliant to see more business owners joining a community where they can connect with like-minded professionals, share opportunities, and help each other grow.

Every new member adds more expertise, more connections, and more opportunities for businesses across Cheltenham and beyond.

Interested in becoming part of our growing chapter? Get in touch to register your visit.
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12/08/2026

Strong referral networks are built around the right people. 🤝

A strong Power Team can create meaningful connections, open doors and build a steady flow of referrals. But building that team takes intention.

If there’s a profession missing from your chapter that could strengthen your referral network, start by identifying the right people and shape the network around you.

06/08/2026

Successful networking isn't about selling to everyone in the room. It's about building meaningful relationships with the right referral partners.

A strong referral partner is someone who already works with your ideal clients and can consistently introduce quality opportunities to your business. By focusing on developing and maintaining these relationships, members can create a reliable referral network that delivers long-term value.

Rather than chasing individual sales, invest in partnerships that grow alongside your business. Over time, a small group of trusted referral partners can become one of your greatest assets.

What strategies have helped you build strong referral partnerships?

29/07/2026

£284,434 in Thank You For Closed Business.

In June alone, BNI Gloucestershire & Wiltshire members generated £284,434 in Thank You For Closed Business.

Every referral, introduction, and business conversation contributes to results like these, demonstrating what can be achieved when members consistently support one another.

Congratulations, and thank you to every member who continues to build a culture of trust, collaboration, and business growth across the region.