In this episode of BNI Meets - Regional Spotlight, Linda Gale, Operations Manager for BNI Berkshire, Wiltshire & Gloucestershire, is joined by Chris from Merge IT.
Chris shares his journey into BNI, from his first experience of traditional chapters to helping build a new, values-led group that better reflected how he wanted to do business. Together, they discuss what surprised him most about BNI, how accountability and genuine relationships have led to real results, and how referrals have directly contributed to the growth and visibility of Merge IT.
The conversation also dives into Merge IT’s approach to supporting businesses of all sizes - from start-ups to large organisations - by simplifying technology, focusing on service over sales, and putting cybersecurity at the heart of everything they do. Chris explains how small changes can make a big difference, why tech doesn’t need to be overwhelming, and what businesses should really be thinking about as the IT landscape continues to evolve.
A practical, honest conversation about networking, confidence, growth, and cutting through the noise in modern technology.
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You can find out more about Merge IT at https://mergeit.uk
This podcast was recorded, edited and produced by Creative Content Studio https://www.creativecontentstudio.co.uk
In this episode of BNI Meets with Linda Gale, Linda sits down with Caroline Romero, founder of Grey Matters Consulting, to explore how two decades of BNI involvement helped shape her business, her confidence, and her ability to serve vulnerable people across the UK.
Caroline shares her early years in BNI, the lessons she learned about visibility, consistency, and building genuine relationships, and how one meeting nine years ago led directly to a major new contract today. She also explains how BNI connections helped her franchise her business without advertising and how regional collaboration continues to open doors.
The conversation moves beyond networking as Caroline discusses the personal story behind Grey Matters, her mission to help people of all ages access the benefits they are entitled to, and the life changing impact this work creates. From supporting families in crisis to securing national partnerships with retirement villages, this episode shows how trust, visibility, and the principle of Givers Gain can transform a business over time.
If you are a BNI member, thinking about joining, or simply interested in how strong relationships can fuel lasting growth, this episode offers clear insight from someone who has lived it for twenty years.
Find out more about Grey Matters at https://www.grey-matters-consultancy.com/about-us/
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In the first episode of BNI Meets… with Linda Gale, Linda sits down with Nong Skett, founder of Travelnam.
Nong shares her journey from feeling nervous presenting each week to building a trusted travel concierge business with a growing team. She explains how BNI helped her gain clarity, confidence, and consistency, and how the principle of Givers Gain has played a central role in her success.
The conversation covers standout collaborations like Ski BNI, hosting large group trips, and creating unforgettable, bespoke travel experiences that go far beyond online booking. From luxury family adventures to once-in-a-lifetime destinations, Nong explains how relationships sit at the heart of everything she does.
This episode is perfect for BNI members, business owners considering BNI, or anyone interested in how generosity, trust and connection can fuel sustainable business growth.
https://bni-berkshire.co.uk/en-GB/index
https://bni-wiltshire.co.uk/en-GB/index
https://bni-gloucestershire.co.uk/en-GB/index
You can find out more about Travelnam at https://www.travelnam.co.uk
This podcast was recorded, edited and produced by Creative Content Studio https://www.creativecontentstudio.co.uk