Mount Pleasant Golf Club
about us
As part of the largest business/networking organisations in the world, BNI Blaze offers structured, supportive business support and networking opportunities for businesses in Hitchin and the local area.
With the ethos, 'Givers Gain', BNI Blaze is a Business Network International (BNI) group that offers a structured, business-focused environment in which to meet like-minded business owners and representatives, network, learn new marketing skills and generate business for each other.
Currently with 40 members, BNI Blaze is led by Chapter Director, John Gardner, who has been part of BNI for years; he has an unrivalled depth and breadth of knowledge about the ethos and origins of BNI and the staggering results it can produce for committed members.
In fact, the average seat value in 2012 is at £60,000!
Membership Co-ordinator, Vanessa Kaye explains:
"BNI is the biggest networking organisation in the world, enabling members to share ideas, receive support, feedback and motivation from other professionals and giving them the opportunity to share business with people they know and trust.
"BNI Blaze is a great group - yes, there is a bit of banter and everyone is friendly and welcoming, but the main focus is always on developing business, both in terms of referrals and knowledge, skills and confidence.
"We are committed to only selecting the highest calibre members, which means that the application process is always stringent, ensuring that the group feels comfortable referring business to each other and the member sees a good return on investment."
New members
BNI Blaze is always looking for business owners and representatives that are committed to delivering quality products and services, supporting other local businesses, and are keen to grow.
In particular, the Hitchin networking group is currently looking for:
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A florist
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A plumber
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A painters and decorator
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A property maintenance specialist
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A photographer
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A cleaning company
Find out more
BNI Blaze meets every Thursday at 6:45am at:
Mount Pleasant Golf Club
Station Road
Lower Stondon
Bedfordshire
SG16 6JL
Please call Member Co-ordinator, Vanessa Kaye on 01462 481 005 to find out more about the networking group and to arrange a visit.
Please remember to mention the Best of Hitchin when contacting business support and networking specialist, BNI Blaze.
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latest reviews
I've been a member at BNI Blaze in Hitchin and it has a very positive influence on my business. The members are very welcoming. Great business atmosphere
Referrals from members of BNI Blaze have resulted in nearly £100,000 of business over 2.5 years and the "free" training included in the membership has greatly assisted with improving my sales techniques and business management.
BNI Blaze is a vibrant organisation of top professional local businesses who all work for each other.
For any local business, BNI Blaze is a no brainer. We receive at least one referral for business a week and no other marketing we have used achieves this. Just go along to a meeting and enjoy the experience.
BNI Blaze is a place to grow .... not only does your business grow but also your own network of local recommended businesses, knowledge of other trades and services, friendships circles and even your own confidence in public speaking. The atmosphere in the meetings is buzzing. The group is very friendly and supportive and wishes everyone to do well. I would definitely recommend BNI Blaze to anyone who is looking to grow their business, willing to put some effort but definitely will reap the benefits.
I was introduced to networking via another member of BNI Blaze who invited me to come along and see what networking was all about. It was without doubt the best couple of hours I have spent and well worth the effort. I joined over four years ago as a core group member and would recommend every business needs to visit a BNI networking group at least once! So come along to Mount Pleasant Golf Club in Lower Stondon any Thursday morning at a quarter to seven and see for yourself what this is all about! You won't regret getting up and you will even get breakfast! It's a fantastic way to do business!!
As a member of BNI for the last four years, the value of my business has increased. More importantly, my personal skills have developed as a result of the training which is built in to the membership.
I've been a member of BNI Blaze for three months, and it's been more rewarding than any other networking I've done in many years. You need to understand that if you work at finding referrals for members, unsurprisingly, they will do the same for you. It's like having your own sales team working for you!
Our company joined BNI Blaze recently and the results have been excellent, with us writing over £100,000 worth of business in just 12 weeks. Probably the best marketing spend we have ever made! The Car Agents Ltd 7 Brand Street Hitchin
I've been a member of BNI Blaze for the past 4 years but including my time at a chapter in Essex I have actually been a BNI member for more than 12 years. I can personally testify to the power of BNI and the huge boost and support it has given to my business. It's like having an unpaid salesforce of over 30 people out there every day looking for quality opportunities for your business. Why not come along to one of our meetings to meet the group and see BNI in action. It could be one of the best business decisions you ever make.
At Cloud Bookkeeeping we joined the Blaze Group in October 2012. I have found everyone welcoming, friendly and helpful and it has been great for my business. The amount of business which is done between members is clear to see and is extremely impressive. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to develop their business in the local area.
I have visited BNI Blaze as a guest a few times. The members are friendly and enthusiastic and made me feel very welcome. It is also obvious that a lot of business is generated within the group. Definately worth a visit.
I joined BNI Blaze just 4 weeks ago. Since then to say I have raised my game would be an under statement. The whole set up is professional, supportive and above all a great way of generating new business. I would recommend BNI Blaze to all business owners. Tony Hartley. ARH Building & Maintenance Ltd. www.arhltd.co.uk. 01462 670818.
"I was very sceptical about the whole networking/business meeting setups, having listened to negative comments and not actually seeing it for myself. After my first visit I honestly thought âWhat was all that aboutâ although something must have impressed me as I went back for a second visit to really understand about BNI Blaze and joined that day. Since becoming a member, it has opened up so many new opportunities for Arena Personnel Ltd and the business received within the first 3 months has been fantastic. The early starts are well worth it, my only regret is not becoming a member of BNI Blaze earlier." Vanessa Kaye FREC, Recruitment Director, Arena Personnel Ltd - 01462 481005 Recruitment, BNI Blaze Chapter, Hitchin
Having visited a number of different networking groups in the local area, I believe that BNI Blaze is one of the most vibrant and energetic groups around. The group has been going since April 2008 and since launch, the members have generated over £400,000 of business between them. This is networking at it's best!! Many SME's cannot afford to employ a sales force, but as a member of BNI, you have an "unpaid" salesforce out there looking for business for you all the time. I would not hesitate to recommend BNI Blaze to anyone who is serious about networking, wants to grow their business and share in the referrals of the group. Visitors are always welcome. Why not come along to see what I'm talking about? Cheryl Fisher Independent Mortgage Broker www.financematters.com
I joined BNI Blaze recently and canʼt fault it. The group is very supportive and manages to mix business with fun, a great combination. I would recommend it to any small business.
What a great way to start your working day. Thursdays is my best day of the week by far for business. A very supportive group, a hearty breakfast and a really positive attitude. A great help, both personally and professionally and well worth the money.
We joined in July as our company is based from home so to be able to leave home and network without even affecting our day and meet really nice like minded people has been great but also very good for business as we all want to help and pass on business to each other and reach our business goals. Recomend just to try once and come along and will only cost you £10 for the breakfast!
I have thoroughly enjoyed this stimulating networking experience amongst like minded and positive people
BNI Hitchin Blaze has exceeded my expectations, a great place to meet new business contacts and to have fun while youʼre doing it!
I have attended several of these meetings to date and without exception I come away with an upbeat mindset ,a positive attitude and ready to face anything the business day may bring having broken bread with equally positive small business people .
Great business networking group! The highlight of my week is to come to the Thursday morning meetings and spend an hour in the company of like minded business people. Well worth every penny and every minute spent on it!