BNI STAR Southern Illinois

09/17/2026

A big thank you to today’s featured speakers, Monica McGinley of House 2 Home Realty and Scott Murie of Title Pro Services!

Monica gave our chapter an informative breakdown of property taxes, including where those tax dollars actually go and how they impact our local community. It was a great opportunity to better understand a topic that affects homeowners and property owners throughout Southern Illinois.

Scott shared more about Title Pro Services and the important role title work plays in real estate transactions, helping our members better understand what happens behind the scenes to get from contract to closing.

Thank you both for taking the time to educate our chapter and share your expertise with us today!

09/15/2026

This week, we’re excited to hear from Scott Murie of Title Pro Services and Monica McGinley of House 2 Home Realty!

Scott will be sharing more about Title Pro Services and the important role title services play in making real estate transactions smooth and successful from contract to closing.

Also presenting is Monica McGinley of House 2 Home Realty! Monica will be sharing more about her work in real estate and how she helps buyers and sellers navigate the process of finding a home, selling a property, and making their next move with confidence.

Interested in growing your business through referrals and genuine relationships? Join us Thursday at 11:15 AM at the Marion Elks Lodge. Visitors are always welcome, and we’d love to introduce you to our BNI STAR members!

09/09/2026

☕ Save the Date — BNI STAR Breakfast Club!

We had such a great time at our first breakfast that we’re doing it again! Join us for a relaxed morning to grab some breakfast, catch up, and continue building relationships with fellow BNI STAR members.

Tuesday, October 13
8:00 AM
📍 Harbaugh’s Cafe | Marion, IL

Come hungry and ready for some good conversation! We hope to see you there. ❤️

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from BNI STAR! 🇺🇸

Today, we’re celebrating the hard work, dedication, and determination of the incredible business owners and professionals who help keep our community moving forward.

We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved day to relax, recharge, and spend time with the people who matter most. ❤️

09/07/2026

This week’s BNI STAR meeting will look a little different!

We’ll be holding a CLOSED MEETING, meaning there will be no featured speakers, visitors, guests, or substitutes this week.

BNI STAR members, we’ll see you Thursday at 11:15 AM at the Marion Elks Lodge for our regular meeting time.

We’ll be back to welcoming visitors and guests next week! ❤️

09/03/2026

One of our awesome members.

Big news for Southern Illinois cancer patients!
We're proud to announce that Borum Roof Co. has pledged $15,000 to the Coach Kill Cancer Fund as the first-ever matching sponsor of the SIU Blackout Cancer Football Game! Borum's gift will match auction donations during the game, multiplying the impact of every bid for patients across our region.
Thank you Darrick Borum, Borum Roof Company and our friends at Saluki Sports Properties Learfield for bringing this partnership to life.
Together, we're changing lives.
Read the full press release here: https://www.sih.net/news/2026/black-out-cancer-donation
Lean more about the Coach Kill Cancer Fund here: www.salukisblackoutcancer.com

09/03/2026

A big thank you to today’s featured speakers, Amber Pentecost of Banterra Bank and Alicia Elders of Elders Construction!

Amber shared some incredibly valuable information about fraud and scams, including what to watch for and how individuals and businesses can better protect themselves and their finances. Definitely information we can all use!

Alicia gave us a closer look at Elders Construction, the services they provide, and their commitment to quality work throughout Southern Illinois.

We also had the opportunity to celebrate Alicia’s Ribbon Cutting with BNI STAR! 🎉 Congratulations, Alicia! We’re excited to celebrate this milestone and have you as part of our chapter.

Thank you both for taking the time to educate our members and share your expertise today!

09/02/2026

This week, we’re excited to hear from Amber Pentecost of Banterra Bank and Alicia Elders of Elders Construction!

Amber will be sharing more about Banterra Bank and how she helps individuals and businesses throughout our community with personalized banking solutions and financial guidance.

Alicia will be sharing more about Elders Construction, the services they provide, and their commitment to quality workmanship for their customers throughout Southern Illinois.

We’ll also be celebrating Alicia’s Ribbon Cutting with BNI STAR! 🎉 Join us as we recognize this exciting milestone and celebrate her business and continued growth!

Interested in growing your business through referrals and meaningful connections? Join us Thursday at 11:15 AM at the Marion Elks Lodge. Visitors are always welcome!

08/27/2026

A big thank you to today’s featured speakers, Erika with Mary Kay and Ryan Kuhn of NextGen Solutions!

Erika shared more about her Mary Kay business, the products and services she offers, and how she helps her clients look and feel their best.

Ryan gave us a closer look at NextGen Solutions and the technology solutions they provide to help local homes and businesses stay connected, secure, and up to date.

We also had the opportunity to celebrate Ryan’s Ribbon Cutting with BNI STAR! 🎉 Congratulations, Ryan! We’re excited to celebrate this milestone with you and look forward to watching your business continue to grow.

Thank you both for taking the time to share more about yourselves and your businesses with our chapter!

08/27/2026

☕ BNI STAR Monthly Breakfasts are starting!

The Event Committee is excited to add another opportunity for our members to connect outside of our weekly meetings!

We’ll be getting together for breakfast on the second Tuesday of every month, starting in September. Come grab breakfast, catch up with fellow members, and enjoy some casual networking before starting your day.

📅 First Breakfast: Tuesday, September 8
⏰ 8:00 AM
📍 The Vault

No formal meeting—just good food, good conversation, and another chance to strengthen relationships within our chapter.

Drop a comment if you’re planning to join us for the first one! ☕