Business Network International is an American franchised networking organization, founded by Ivan Misner in 1985. Currently B ... NI has over 270,000+ members in 9,500+ chapters in over 74 countries worldwide. Members meet weekly to discuss business and support each others businesses by sharing referrals. BNI members, on average, increase their business 20% the first year. Our chapter is a dynamic, committed group of business people who know how to refer business to each other. We have open categories for individuals who will bring enthusiasm and integrity to our meeting. Just one person per professional specialty is allowed in each chapter. Search our members here to see if your category is open, then visit a meeting and lock out your competition! read more