About Long Island Referral Service
   
 
The Long Island Referral Source chapter of BNI was founded in November of 2003 by Todd J. Geller.

The LIRS quickly become one of the largest chapters of BNI on all of Long Island.

Since inception, our chapter has passed thousands of referrals resulting in millions of dollars worth of business for our members.

We’re Not Just a Breakfast Club: Becoming a member of the Long Island Referral Source chapter of BNI has some added benefits you may not find in other chapters. Including:

  • Having your Biography, Business Description, Contact Information, Picture and/or Logo displayed on our state-of-the-art web site, that is always being updated and innovated.
  • Get your contact information added to the BNI-Long Island web site, as well as the BNI National site for additional exposure for your business.
  • Having your Business Card and Occupation listed in our tri-fold member brochure, this is on display in every member’s office or place of business.
  • Being added to our Advertising Placemat that is used by the Majestic Diner, have your business card and occupation prominently displayed for all diner patrons to see.
  • Social Gatherings! The LIRS has many social get-togethers throughout the year, where our members have the opportunity to get to know each other on a different level. Social Gatherings in the past have included:

    - Holiday Parties!
    - Golf Outings
    - Fun & Games at Jillian’s
  • BNI Events: Business Network International has many events during the year where members from different chapters can mingle and network. Just this last year BNI founder, Dr. Ivan Misner, came to speak in Long Island!
  • Teach us a Lesson! Becoming a member of LIRS, gives you the opportunity to give a presentation at one of our meetings to show our members how you can be an asset to their clients!
  • Host a Meeting at Your Office! What better way to teach our members about your business than hosting a weekly meeting at your office!
  • Member Orientation & Education: Attend supplemental meetings to discuss ways you can market yourself, expand your business, and maximize your potential!
  • Educational Information: Get a free subscription to Success Net, BNI’s newsletter that always covers timely issues and information.


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