BNI Ascend Business Connections - Florence, Alabama

03/18/2026

⚡ From new construction to commercial upgrades — the referrals are already out there. You just need the right room.

BNI Chapters include contractors, real estate agents, property managers, and business owners who need a licensed electrician they can confidently recommend. Be that electrician.
Steady work. Trusted referrals. Real relationships. 🔌

👉 There's an open seat in our BNI Chapter for an Electrician. Submit your information using the link below and we'll set a time for you to visit.
🔗 https://start.bnialabama.com/interest-form-page

10/01/2025

🔧 Calling All Service Pros in the Shoals! 🔌 BNI Ascend Business Connections – Florence, AL

Are you in the service industry—HVAC, electrical, plumbing, landscaping, pest control, or similar trades? We want to meet you!

BNI (Business Network International) is the world’s largest referral networking organization, and our ABC chapter has been driving business in the Shoals for 15 years. We’re actively looking to pass referrals to trusted service providers—and that could be YOU.

✅ You can visit our chapter completely free up to a few times ✅ You’ll get a 60-second spotlight to present your business—no application required ✅ You’ll meet a room full of professionals who believe in Givers Gain and growing together

BNI is structured, supportive, and results driven. If you're ready to grow your business through meaningful connections, we’d love to have you join us for a visit.

📈 Bring business cards 🤝 Be ready to connect 💼 Leave with opportunity

09/24/2025

🎉 Celebrating Excellence in the Shoals! 🎉

BNI (Business Network International) is the world’s leading referral organization, helping professionals grow their businesses through structured, positive, and supportive networking. One of the ways BNI tracks member engagement is through the “Traffic Lights” system—Green means you're consistently showing up, passing referrals, and helping others succeed. 🌱

The Ascend Business Connections (ABC) chapter in Florence is proud to be the oldest BNI chapter in the Shoals—15 years strong and still growing! 💼💪

At our recent celebration, we honored several outstanding members for their dedication and impact:

🏅 Bart Rikard – 7 Years of Service and Green All Year
🏅 Kristen Krieger – Green All Year
🏅 Sherry Campbell – 11 Years of Service and an incredible $610,000 in TYFCB (Thank You for Closed Business)
🏅 Gale Gist – 11 Years of Service
🏅 Dena Davis – 14 Years of Service

These leaders exemplify the spirit of BNI: Givers Gain. We’re proud to recognize their commitment to building relationships and driving success across the Shoals.

📸 Check out the photos from our celebration below!

02/09/2023

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07/26/2022

10/24/2021

The ABC Chapter of BNI is not only a great place to promote yourself in your current career- it's also the perfect place to promote yourself for the future!

With more than 8 out of 10 job positions being filled through networking and business connections, you know you're working on building the foundation you need now- and the future you want down the road.

Contact us today to schedule a visit with our chapter and see what BNI can do for you and your career path.

10/15/2021

Are you looking for loyal professionals to do business with in the Shoals Area? BNI is a great place to start!

With the highest-valued business referral network in North Alabama- the ABC Chapter in Florence has seats available for businesses and professionals in the Shoals area.

Contact us today to schedule a visit, and see if the ABC Chapter of BNI is right for you.