Excellence In Networking

We're excited to welcome our newest member, Rob Vanway, with V4 Commercial Cleaning!

We're 2025's Rising Stars!!! 🌟🌟🌟

This year's success goes to each and every member's amazing contributions. It highlights the power of Givers Gain: We give unconditionally and help others succeed.

What we do, others will do. And we all benefit!

Congratulations to Excellence In Networking for receiving the 2025 Rising Star chapter award at the recent BNI awards breakfast. Keep rising and excelling in the year ahead!

“I received my first compliment ever from my father-in-law after 5 years of marriage. It was right after Jacob handled my lawncare.” -Scott Dehnke

Success isn’t always measured by numbers or statistics, but by the impact left in a person‘s life. We had the pleasure of hearing from Jacob Thifault as he shared the exciting way is JIT Lawn Care is expanding and contributing to our community, along with this hilarious testimonial from Scott Dehnke.

Every step toward stronger relationships is a step toward stronger business.

Congratulations to Scott Richards, Lily Brandt, and Kyle Benedict for completing their BNI Passport Program. Your dedication to learning, growing, and building authentic connections reflects what BNI is all about.

Networking isn’t just about business growth. It’s about making a difference.

We’re thrilled to welcome Sandra Messner as our chapter’s new Non-Profit Chair, representing the Arthritis Foundation. This organization works tirelessly to advance life-changing research and provide support for those affected by arthritis.

Sandra, we’re excited to have your heart for service and community leadership in our chapter.

The strongest chapters are powered by members who keep giving back.

Congratulations to Teri Capron, Katie Lory, Jennifer Heavilin, Joey Barker, and Jacob Thifault for being recognized as July’s Notable Networkers.

Your continued effort to support others, share referrals, and stay engaged makes our chapter a powerful place for connection and growth.

When you lead with generosity, results naturally follow.

We’re proud to recognize Jennifer Heavilin for earning three Notable Networker awards in one month: Most 1-2-1s, Most Referrals, and Most Visitors.

Jennifer’s consistency and passion for helping others succeed are a perfect example of how Givers Gain in action drives results.

Growth comes from learning how to work smarter within your network.

Congratulations to Michael Kenney, Jennifer Heavilin, and Michael Conners for completing their BNI Passport Program. This accomplishment reflects your dedication to mastering the systems that make networking intentional, effective, and rewarding.

Strong networks are built by people who consistently show up for others.

Please join us in congratulating Jennifer Heavilin, Denise Praul, and Alan Weaver for being our August Notable Networkers. Your commitment to passing referrals and fostering real business relationships helps make our chapter a place where small businesses thrive together.

When small business owners grow their networks, the entire community grows with them.

We’re proud to recognize our Bronze Sponsor Club, members who have each sponsored at least one new member into BNI. Your effort to invite others into this trusted network strengthens our chapter and expands opportunities for everyone.

Thank you for leading with connection and collaboration.