The BNI Timeline

Our Previous Year - 2019

BNI Michiana continues to grow and last year alone did $4.5 million in referred business just this past year

BNI Michiana Forms - 2001

BNI Michiana begins as a new chapter with the goal of cultivating professional relationships within the Michiana area.

BNI Opens Internationally - Dec. 1993

Canada opened BNI’s first chapters outside the United States in Thunder Bay, Ontario.

The Network Is Renamed Business Network International - Dec. 1990

In 1991, Dr. Misner could see the organization was close to launching internationally, and to prepare for the change, rebranded The Network as Business Network International, and shortly after focusing the name as BNI for simplicity and trademark purposes.

The Network Expands to Two Chapters - March 1985

By the end of the first year, 20 chapters were spread across Southern California.

First Official Meeting - Jan. 1985

The first official meeting of The Network was held by Dr. Ivan Misner and friends in January 1985 in Arcadia, California.

An Idea Is Born - Nov. 1984

Dr. Ivan Misner is looking for ways in increase clients for his personal consulting business. He and friends Carolyn Denny, CPA, Lee Shimmin, insurance agent, and Mike Ryan, financial planner, hatched a plan.

Michiana BNI

1 day ago

Michiana BNI
Our speaker today was Jamie Turay of Sun Services Inc.! Today Jamie spoke about the importance of water heaters and she has a personal story as to why its so important! Take a look! #BNI ... See MoreSee Less

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Michiana BNI

2 days ago

Michiana BNI
For over 20 years, Michiana BNI has helped changed businesses in our community. Last year alone, over $3 million was passed in our chapter alone! Are you ready to make the next move with your business? Come visit us at Hampton Inn in Granger (next to Martins) starting next Thursday at 7am! ... See MoreSee Less

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Michiana BNI

3 weeks ago

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Our speaker today is Maurie VanBruaene of Zolman Tire. Zolman has been serving the community since 1978 with several locations all over Michiana. Want to learn more? Come visit us and meet Maurie! ... See MoreSee Less

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Michiana BNI

3 weeks ago

Michiana BNI
We are meeting in the lobby today for BNI but we are still together helping grow our business - despite the tight confinement! We would love to have you be a part of our group! Visit us on Thursday’s at 7am at Chicory in Mishawaka. ... See MoreSee Less

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