BNI Saddleworth

🔴 Busy meeting this morning welcoming over 10 visitors to BNI Saddleworth. 🤝

We are committed to helping businesses grow through referral marketing. Looking out for each other and any opportunities we come across.

It's not just about membership, we welcome people who would like to just visit and make connections. Around 30% of business done in Bni is with people who never join.

➡️If you would like to know more about us and meet a group of pro-active business owners, visit our website www.bnisaddleworth.co.uk

This week at Saddleworth business networking we heard from Rachel Freeman of Freeman Accountancy….and we got a Kit-Kat.🍫

🌟They are an affordable no nonsense accountancy practice based in Lees, Oldham. With over 20 years experience in helping business owners make informed decisions. They are commited to undersatnding the needs of your business to ensure you get the most from the services they offer.

✅ Bni Saddleworth pass regular referrals to members and visitors of the group. Helping to grow each others business and networks. If you would like to come down and meet Rachel and the other members to see if there are any opportunities, please visit www.bnisaddleworth.co.uk for more information.

We have launched our new website this week www.bnisaddleworth.co.uk

Have a look to get a flavour of what goes on every Tuesday morning and register to attend.

🖥️It was built by are very own Sarah Powell of Kuiper Industries

📸Pictures and video were produced by Neil Bauckham of Show Motion Media

📈Kiran-Squash Parmar of Marketing Giant can help to get the most out of them.

Visit our website and get in touch if you would like to know more.

www.bnisaddleworth.co.uk

Cleaning your carpet & upholstery is so important! 🛋️
This week our networkers heard from Philip Smithof Elite Kleen Mcr about his cleaning services.

🧼At Elite Kleen, they do exactly what their name suggests. Providing an Elite carpet and upholstery cleaning service to both commercial and residential alike.

Check out this video on their website showing the dirt that comes out of a carpet they have cleaned.
https://elitekleen.co.uk/why-cleaning-your-carpet-upholstery-is-so-important/

Want to promote your business and build connections?

Contact our page.

If you are in business and are looking to make connections and find opportunities, then our Tuesday morning networking event is for you! And it doesn't get in the way of your working day! 🌅

🍳....and after the networking meeting at 8:30am, breakfast is available to get you ready for the day ahead. A more relaxed part of our event where people really get to know each other beyond business.

🏨Our meetings are held at Grains bar and Hotel,
They provide a great breakfast with different options available on request.

✅Coffee/Tea & Open Networking
✅Structured meeting to learn about each business and pass referrals
✅Breakfast & Open networking

Get in touch to register your interest.

Meet, learn, laugh, pass business. That's the core of what we do at Bni Saddleworth ⭐️. (not necessarily in that order)

This week we heard from Kiran Parmar of Marketing Giant. 🐘

Kiran can help a new business just starting up, or help one grow to the next level. He specialises in 'Zombie' businesses. Supporting a company that just ticks over, pays the bills and wages, but doesn't really profit or grow.
..and we learn't a little about where businesses go wrong ❌

✅If you want 25 years of experience working for your businesss why not come along to a meeting to chat to him and other businesses.

This week we heard from our resident website expert Sarah Powell from Kuiper Industries.

➡️A family owned full service micro agency offering a full range of print, web and promotional design services. From simple pens to a full ecommerce solution we can help you promote your business both online and offline.

ℹ️...some great info on how to improve you online presence and tips on looking professional with a business e-mail address.

If you would like to visit our business network please get in touch.

⭐️open networking
⭐️structured referral meeting
⭐️Informative presentation
⭐️Full breakfast

A presentation on mortgages you say! How boring 😴
But...

🏘️when put into context on how you can purchase your first or dream home, were hooked. Richard Barber of the Fresh partnership can help. As an independent mortgage broker he can give you the best industry wide advice on financing your new house, or even a remortgage to release some capital.

🤝We also had a nice moment between members.
Helena Coburn of George Hill Limited had supplied some stone for a project at Chris Slocombes house. Organising the selection and delivery of the materials. It's great to see some recognition of a job well done.

If you would like to visit a productive networking group than drop us a DM.

This merry lot had a great night out at Amaani's restaurant last night. 🥘🍚

It's not all about business meetings, though talk of it does inevitably creep in when business owners meet. 🙄 😀

Work hard, play hard let's go. Join us at our business networking meeting and find out how to get exclusive access to the parties! 🎉

Some Highlights from this week's networking meeting.

Another new member joined. ⭐️

✅Adam Sidique from Quality Seal Windows. They supply energy efficient windows and doors. www.qualityseal.co.uk

✅We also had some recognition for Philip Smith of Elite Kleen for a job well done.

Get in touch if you would like to visit this productive business networking group.

On Tuesday we welcomed two new members to BNI Saddleworth.

🏘️Tracey Murphy - A conveyancer at Sharp Cross and Mann.

and

🌬️Andy Kennedy - Owner of Air conditioning and ventilation business, A kool breeze.

🤝We also shared some recognition of the job Philip Smith of Elite Kleen had done for another member, Jo Pilling of Elite Funeral services.

And what with a few visitors as well, it was a productive meeting.

➡️Get in touch if you would like to meet these and more businesses in the Oldham, Greater Manchester area.

What a great Visitor Day we had at BNI Saddleworth this week.
🤝Welcoming a range businesses for coffee, networking and breakfast. I think there was tea as well...?

You can join Bni as a member to unlock a range of benefits, but we're also here for the networking.

♦️We are all as businesses looking to expand our contacts and so if you would just like to visit for a nosey, then please contact us. You are more than welcome.

Even just one visit can help grow your network, contacts and business. 👃

Send us a message for more info.

There is a range of businesses networking together at BNI Saddleworth and today we heard from Jo Pilling of Elite Funeral Services NW Ltd.

‘No matter what type of funeral service you envisage for your loved one, they can assist. From traditional burial services, to something a little bit different, Elite Funeral Services (NW) Ltd work with you to design a bespoke service which truly honours your loved one and shows their unique personality and individuality‘.

If you would like to visit or get involved with BNI Saddleworth send us a message for more information.

➡️This week at Bni Saddleworth we heard all about the world of a financial advisor.

📈Chris Slocombe has a wealth of experience in managing investments, pensions, ISA’s and inheritance & tax planning.
He works with www.truepotential.co.uk - their award winning technology gives you 24/7 access to review and top up your investments and view them all in one place.

🔊Also a big shout out to one of our members, Leon Flood. Who recently became a published author. He runs Flood I.T. Support LTD and is an expert in cyber security. See the link below to buy his book on Amazon. and become cyber safe.

📖Security Simplified: Master Cyber Defence, Elevate Reliability, Drive Growth. https://amzn.eu/d/3BDf2oV

If you want to visit Bni Saddleworth and meet experts in their field. Send us a DM

At Bni Saddleworth we don't just network, we learn how to network effectively.

Today was all about education 📚 How to pass quality referrals that the other members are looking for and how to invite other businesses that would benefit from a pro-active networking group. Where else can you learn the art of networking.

🤝We also recognised some work done between members Sarah Powell of Inclusive Bytes and Neil Bauckham of Show Motion Media. Show Motion produced a testimonial video that showcased the work and results of a computer and technology course they provide for the elderly.

If you would like to visit a business group where business and not just brews are passed, then get in touch.

Great bit of networking this morning!! BNI Saddleworth welcomed and heard from our newest member Warren Beswick. Warren runs WNES - www.wbelectricalservices.com

​⚡️Serving the Greater Manchester area and beyond, WBES have carved out a reputation as a tried, tested and trusted electrical services provider throughout the North West.

If your looking for a supportive and friendly business network, then get in touch for more information.

The Power of BNI Saddleworth! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Niall from NB Dog Training recently passed a dream referral to Kenny at A.O.B Building & Interiors for a full house renovation.

So much of the old building needed removing, almost back to nothing to build the customers dream home. The progress pics below so far show the scale of the job!

If you’re a business owner looking to grow your business then we’d love to have you along for a visit to meet our incredible group of businesses and see how we can help you move your business forward

♦️This week at BNI Saddleworth we heard from Neil Bauckham of Show Motion Media about how he works with businesses to produce effective marketing content.

We meet every week at a stunning venue in Saddleworth and Show Motion put together a little video to show the views our visitors get to take in, when they arrive at the Grains Bar Hotel.

They also serve a cracking breakfast. 🍳

If you're looking to grow your business network then come along for a visit.

Send us a message for more information.

👋 This morning we welcomed our newest member!! Jo Pilling of Elite Funeral services.

🌟 They believe that each funeral service should be as unique as the person it is for. With this in mind, they will work with you in order to achieve a truly beautiful service that honours and respects your loved one.
https://www.elitefuneralservices.co.uk

🔊 We also heard from Louise Eccles, part of the wider network. (Have we mentioned Bni is a global network). With advice about how we can be more effective in our networking and bring in more business opportunities to the group. Training like this is a big part of the value that Bni networking provides over other networking and one reason why it is successful.

If you would like to come along, then don't be shy and send a message and register your interest.

Awesome meeting today, great hearing from Leon at Flood I.T. Support LTD

Extra impressive that he managed this after celebrating his birthday the day before 😂 🍻

For all your IT support needs, data protection, cybersecurity, helpdesk and all other IT help, look no further than FLOOD IT SUPPORT!

Nothing is too much trouble and he’s always on hand to talk you through any issues.

Many happy returns for your birthday, glad you had a good one!

Lots of positive networking done this week BNI Saddleworth. Here are some of the highlights....

✅We heard from Philip Smith about his business Elite Kleen Mcr. Helping commercial and residential clients keep their carpets and upholstery clean with the help of science.

✅We welcomed a new member, Jason Kaye. Who runs a company called Logic Renewables and Logic UPVC. The first providing solar panel installations and the later UPVC doors, windows and more.

✅Last but not least we celebrated a bit of business between members, with a testimonial given by Rachel Freeman to Leon Flood of Flood I.T. Support LTD. Rachel now uses Leons I.T support services to keep her Freeman Accountancy business technology on track.

Phew... just some of the highlights from this productive networking group.

Get in touch if you would like to visit and see how we do business.

This week we got to hear from our resident Building Materials Supplier, Helena Coburn for her great 10-minute presentation.

George Hill offers fantastic prices on timber, landscaping, hardware, doors, and sheet materials.

Helena is looking to speak to joiners, builders, roofers, plasterers, landscape gardeners, and electricians.

Also, George Hill has a walk-in shop which includes a huge display of timber consisting of skirting and architraves, mouldings, softwoods, hardwoods or strength graded carcassing.... putting B&Q to shame. It’s all about the wide variety and quality with George Hill.

If you're interested in learning more about George Hill Timber & Building Supplies, why not get in touch with Helena through the https://georgehill-timber.co.uk/ website or better still, come along to one of our networking meetings and meet Helena face-to-face.

We've got a great bunch of businesses, meeting every Tuesday morning, and passing lots of referrals. So, if you'd like more business, message us now and arrange a visit.

Ray from Leech & Sharpe Joinery Ltd presented his business to the room last week for his 10-minutes and wowed the room with his work, which ranged from beautiful, crafted staircases to composite decking. Ray also offers services such as fitted bedrooms, kitchen installations, shopfronts, fences and gates.

If you're interested in learning more about Leech & Sharpe Joinery Ltd, why not get in touch with Ray through his https://landsjoinery.co.uk/ website or better still, come along to one of our networking meetings and meet Ray face-to-face.

We've got a great bunch of businesses, meeting every Tuesday morning, and passing lots of referrals. So, if you'd like more business, message us now and arrange a visit.