Anatomy Of A Chapter
BNI's networking structure is built on a business model, that is, each chapter is run like a business, not a social club or other type of organization. Meetings are run by agenda, and fit into a specific time schedule -- this allows members to know what to expect each time, so they can concentrate on giving and receiving referrals.Chapters are organized much like a business as well, with management, departments, committees, accounting, marketing, and so on. Here's a brief look at some of the parts that make up a successful BNI chapter like Business Power Network.
| Leadership Team Functions as management for the chapter, keeping the meetings running smoothly, keeps track of the department's statistics, keeps up on the latest BNI programs, corresponds with the Area Director. 
Visitor Host & Greeters Welcomes guests to the meeting, introduces them to members and other visitors, keeps attendance records for each meeting. Mentor Responsible for training new members during the first four weeks of membership, and assists LT and EC with ongoing education for the chapter. Power Team Coordinator Assigns members to a Power Team, keeps a schedule of all Power Team meetings, keeps track of professions desired by each team. |
Membership Committee Screens applicants for acceptance, evaluates existing members' participation, handles member complaints and absentee issues. Education Coordinator Presents an educational moment each week, to help members improve their networking skills, and to help the chapter grow as a whole. Works closely with LT to outline chapter goals and training needs. Marketing Coordinator & Team Responsible for promoting the chapter through scheduled Visitor's Days, social events, and local networking opportunities. 
Power Teams Smaller groups within the chapter as a whole, consisting of those types of businesses that would naturally refer business to one another. |