BNI Business Bulldogs

08/21/2026

🐾 WHO DO YOU KNOW? We're Looking for a Plumber!

The BNI Business Bulldogs are growing, and we're looking for the right professionals to join our referral network.

One business category we'd especially love to have represented is PLUMBING! 🔧

Do you know a local plumber who:

⭐ Provides excellent service
⭐ Takes pride in their work
⭐ Values building relationships
⭐ Wants to grow their business through quality referrals
⭐ Would be a great addition to a group of local business professionals?

We'd love to meet them!

BNI Business Bulldogs is about more than exchanging business cards. We build relationships, learn each other's businesses, and actively look for opportunities to help one another succeed.

🐾 Business Bulldogs: Help us grow our pack! Tag a great plumber below, send them this post, or personally invite them to visit one of our Wednesday morning meetings.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Let's get them in the room!

08/20/2026

🐾 BNI Tip of the Week: Know What You're Listening For!

One of the biggest benefits of BNI isn't just knowing what our fellow members do it's knowing what a great referral sounds like.

When we really understand each other's businesses, everyday conversations can turn into opportunities to help another Bulldog.

You might hear someone say:

“I've been having problems with my air conditioner.”

“We're getting ready to sell our house.”

“I need someone I can trust to work on my property.”

“We're planning a big vacation and I don't even know where to start.”

Those conversations happen around us every day!

The more we learn about each other's businesses and ideal customers, the easier it becomes to recognize those opportunities and make a great introduction.

🐾 Business Bulldogs Challenge: Think about one fellow Bulldog today. Do you know exactly what a great referral looks like for them?

If not, that's a great reason to schedule a 1-to-1!

08/19/2026

🐾 **It’s a Great Day to Be a Business Bulldog!**

We had another great BNI Business Bulldogs meeting this morning!

A special thank you to **Eduardo Serrano with Revamp Athens** for being our featured speaker today and giving us the opportunity to learn more about his business and the residential electrical services he provides.

One of the most important parts of BNI is truly learning what our fellow members do. The better we understand each other's businesses, the easier it is to recognize a great referral when we hear one!

We're also going to start bringing a little more of our Business Bulldogs community to this page. 🐾

Keep an eye out for:
⭐ Member Spotlights
⭐ Upcoming Featured Speakers
⭐ BNI Tips & Core Values
⭐ Referral Opportunities
⭐ Open Business Categories
⭐ Visitor Information
⭐ And a little Business Bulldogs fun along the way!

**Bulldogs what's one thing you learned about Eduardo's business this morning that you'll remember when you're out talking to people this week?**

Call now to connect with business.

08/05/2026

🌟 **Business Bulldogs BNI Member Spotlight** 🌟

This week's featured speaker was **Jess Chitwood**, owner of **Bold Springs Wash Co.**

Jess provides a variety of exterior cleaning services to help homeowners and businesses protect and enhance their properties, including:

💦 Soft washing
🏠 House washing
🧼 Concrete, driveway, and sidewalk cleaning
🏢 Commercial pressure washing
🎄 Professional Christmas light installation during the holiday season

One of the best parts of BNI is getting to learn more about each member's business so we can make quality referrals with confidence. Jess shared not only the services he offers but also how proper exterior cleaning helps extend the life and appearance of your home or business.

If you're looking for a trusted pressure washing professional, we encourage you to learn more about Jess and his company at Bold Springs Wash Co.(https://www.boldspringswashco.com/).

Thank you, Jess, for an excellent presentation! We appreciate having you as part of the Business Bulldogs BNI chapter.

Premium residential and commercial pressure washing & exterior cleaning services including house soft washing, roof soft washing, window cleaning, and more in Monroe Ga. White glove approach to your exterior cleaning needs. Call 706-410-7734

08/05/2026

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Such great sports! Thanks to Holly at RestorePros, Angie at Merry Maids, Yury at LaOficina, and Russ at ProshieldRoofing. If you're in the Athens area come network with us at BNI Business Bulldawgs!

06/25/2026

Favorite parts of BNI Business Bulldogs is learning from the talented professionals in our chapter.
This week, we had the pleasure of hearing from Amy with Vandergrace Media, and her presentation was packed with valuable information!
Amy specializes in helping small and medium-sized businesses grow through strategic digital marketing, branding, and business development. One area that really stood out was her expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-powered bots. She shared how businesses can use AI to automate tasks, improve customer communication, generate leads, and create more efficient systems—all while saving time and focusing on what they do best.

It's exciting to see how AI is transforming the way businesses operate, and Amy is helping companies embrace those tools in a practical, approachable way.

Thank you, Amy, for sharing your knowledge and passion with us. If you're looking to grow your business through digital marketing or want to learn how AI can work for your company, I highly recommend connecting with Vandergrace Media!
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04/13/2026

This week we’re highlighting Brandon Smith with Realty South 🏡👏

Brandon is an incredible resource when it comes to buying or selling a home. He truly cares about his clients, takes the time to guide them through the process, and makes what can feel overwhelming… feel simple and smooth. That’s the kind of professional you want in your corner!

If you’ve ever had questions about the market, buying, or selling this is a meeting you don’t want to miss!

📍 Join us this Wednesday at Jennings Mill Country Club
⏰ 7:45 AM (come early at 7:30 to network!)
🍳 Free breakfast on us!

Come meet Brandon, learn more about what he does, and see what our BNI group is all about. No pressure just a great opportunity to connect and grow!

Let me know if you’d like to visit, I’d love to have you as my guest! 💙

03/30/2026

✨ BNI Business Spotlight ✨

This week, we’re excited to highlight Angie and her amazing team at Merry Maids of Athens, GA! 🧼🏡

If you’re looking for a cleaning company that truly cares not just about your home, but about you Angie is your go-to. Her team goes above and beyond to create a clean, comfortable space so you can focus on what matters most.

From routine cleanings to those times when life just gets a little too busy, Merry Maids shows up with professionalism, consistency, and heart every single time. 💛

If you haven’t connected with Angie yet, you’re missing out on a fantastic local resource and an even better person!

👉 Want to meet more great businesses like this? Come visit us at BNI! We meet every Wednesday at 7:45 AM at Jennings Mill Country Club—and yes, breakfast is on us! 🍳☕

03/19/2026

✨ Member Spotlight: Holly Fields with Restore Pros ✨

Next week at BNI Business Bulldogs, we’re excited to feature **Holly Fields with Restore Pros** as our weekly presenter!

Holly represents a locally owned, full-service restoration company serving the greater Athens area. Restore Pros specializes in water damage, fire damage, mold remediation, and crawl space health—including full encapsulation services. Their team supports homeowners, business owners, and property managers when unexpected property issues arise, helping guide them through the process from start to finish.

💧 During her presentation, Holly will be sharing:
• What really happens when water damage occurs
• How her team supports clients every step of the way
• Key things to look for (and avoid) when choosing a restoration company

If you are in real estate, property management, plumbing, HVAC, insurance—or simply want to be a better resource for your clients and community—this is a presentation you won’t want to miss!

📍 Jennings Mill Country Club
⏰ Wednesday at 7:45 AM (arrive early for networking!)
🍳 Free breakfast for all visitors

Come support Holly and connect with a strong network of local professionals. Visitors are always welcome!

Message us to reserve your seat—we’d love to have you join us!

03/17/2026

👀 Athens area business owners what are you doing tomorrow morning?

Come join us at BNI Business Bulldogs!

We’ve got Jess Chitwood, owner of Bold Springs Wash Company, as our featured speaker, and you don’t want to miss it. He’s going to be sharing how he helps homeowners and businesses keep their properties looking clean, sharp, and professional with pressure washing services.

If you’ve been looking for a way to:
👉 Grow your business
👉 Build real relationships
👉 Get consistent referrals

This is your sign to come visit us 👇

📍 Jennings Mill Country Club
⏰ Wednesday at 7:45 AM (come a little early to network!)
🍳 Breakfast is on us

Spots are limited (one per industry), so message me if you want to grab a seat — I’d love to have you as my guest!