Q: WHAT is BNI? A: A business marketing program that allows one person from each profession to join a chapter. The sole purpose of the chapter is to increase business through a structured system of giving referrals.
Q: WHERE does Accelerated Networking meet? A: In the ground-floor Conference Room in the 1700 S. El Camino Real building (at Bovet Rd.) in San Mateo.
Q: WHEN does Accelerated Networking meet? A: Every Friday morning at 7:30 for breakfast.
Q: Are visitors welcome at Accelerated Networking? A: Absolutely! You can visit twice before deciding to apply for membership. There is a $12 charge for visitors for breakfast.
Q: Can anyone join Accelerated Networking? A: We only take one person from each profession. So if you are a residential real estate professional and we already have one, we can refer you to another BNI chapter, or we may help you open another chapter. Be sure to review our Openings list. Each application is carefully reviewed and approved by the Leadership Team.
Q: What is the process to join Accelerated Networking? A: If you decide to join, you’ll complete a membership application. This includes business references which are checked thoroughly. Once the application is submitted and approved by the Leadership Team, your membership should be active in 1 to 2 weeks.
Q: What are the costs? A:Registration fee is $100 + a one-year membership is $330 = $430 upon submission of the application, payable by check or credit card. In addition, monthly dues are $50/per person, payable the first meeting of each month which covers the cost of breakfast.
