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"I think BRX is an excellent way to network and meet like minded business people who can pass on advice and contacts. My company has made real progress using contacts gained at BRX and I love the informal nature of the meetings which are fun but productive."
Melanie Grant, MD, CRE8 Photography Ltd
www.cre8photo.com
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"Just to say that I joined BRX around 6 months ago and so far I have saved around £30,000 in supplier costs by either using the services of a BRX member or someone they have recommended. And to think some people say networking does not work… Well, lets just say I am fully Inspired by BRX now."Mark Goode, Managing Director
mark@inspiredselections.co.uk
www.inspiredselections.co.uk
---------------------------------------------------------------"My group, Barnet BRX, had a 'Home and Away' meeting towards the end of last year with Borehamwood at their venue, The Corus Hotel in Elstree. One or two people were a little sceptical, would it work? For me it was brilliant. I received a referral from Chris Baker to personalise 113 bottles of Champagne with a corporate logo for one of his clients. And... within a few weeks of completing that job, I received a similar enquiry from another company who were so impressed with what they had seen that they also ordered 100 bottles of Champagne to be personalised with their logo. Pretty good. The first 113 paid for my membership of BRX, anything after that is pure profit!"
Chris Smith - BRX Barnet
csdes@dircon.co.uk
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“I think BRX is an excellent way to network and meet like minded business people who can pass on advice and contacts. My company has made real progress using contacts gained at BRX and I love the informal nature of the meetings which are fun but productive.”
Melanie Grant , MD, CRE8 Photography Ltd - BRX Mayfair
melanie@cre8photo.com
www.cre8photo.com
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“Over the last year attending BRX events has helped us to significantly grow our business to the extent that we qualified from a free 6 star Mediterranean cruise and a company car. BRX is at the heart of our business development strategy.”Ben & Mo Coker, Utility Warehouse
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“Joining BRX was the best business decision I have ever made. Not only am I rich on referrals but have met so many wise people that have helped my business to no end. I would like to stress that my success is down to BRX.”
Trevor Hudson
t.hudson@berlinrealestatecentre.eu
www.berlinrealestatecentre.eu
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“In just ten months I have already accrued enough new business as a result of referrals from BRX to have easily recouped my costs of membership.”
Les Conway, Independant Financial Advisor
les.conway@jamesharveyassociates.co.uk
www.jamesharveyassociates.co.uk
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“Two years ago I was approached at an exhibition by a strange man with a deep voice asking if I wanted to join him for breakfast. Once I got over my initial shock and a brief explanation was given I haven't looked back. Through Networking and BRX's members I have successsfully completed The first UK Golf Show achieving 14,500 visitors at Birminghams NEC. Well on our way to an even better 2007, the power of Networking should never be under-estimated. A relaxed enviroment within BRX allows quality referals from quality business's to flow more regularly.”
Kevin Blair, Golf Exhibition
enquiries@theukgolfshow.co.uk
www.theukgolfshow.co.uk
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“BRX has been fantastic for me in terms of the huge network of business contacts and friends I have made. When I first joined BRX my business was selling relaxation CDs and through the amazing people I have met, this has now involved into Professional and Inspirational Speaking. The first BRX meeting I went to lead to me going on a Speakers course in Scotland, which completely changed my whole outlook and business. From there I joined the PSA (professional Speakers Association) which has led into working with a business coach, from which my business is going to mushroom. I am now beginning to see substantial business coming back from the contacts of contacts of contacts I have met. It have been a very worthwhile experience.”
Amanda Goldston, Professional & Inspirational Speaker
amanda@getyourdreamlife.com
www.amandagoldston.co.uk
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“I have been a member of BRX since it was founded in the North East, initially this was as a sales manager for my previous employer, however due to the contacts I have been able to make through BRX over the past two years I have successfully set up my own thriving business. I have been able to use services of a business advisor, accountant, Telecomms company, IT company, printers and graphic designer, and also received a tremendous amount of referrals which have led to 75% of my client database. I would say the possibilities of BRX are endless.”
Babs Ainscow, Sales Generation
babs@salessolution.co.uk
www.salessolution.co.uk
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“I have gained more business from two weeks networking at BRX than two weeks of walking around industrial estates.”
Stuart Gray
stuartgray@orange.net
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“If I was limited to one way of developing my business, BRX would be it! I joined less than 9 months ago and I am now needing to recruit extra staff to cover all the work BRX has generated for me.”
David Nicoll, Accountant
dnicoll@certax.co.uk
www.certax.co.uk
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“Having been a regular attendee and member of Business Referral Exchange for five years, I can say it works for me on several levels. Purely on the business front at least 80% of my customers come through BRX, now typically as third and fourth party referrals. However, BRX is also a great source of knowledge, experience and support, both socially and in business. It is sometimes overlooked, but quite a number of people who are members of BRX work on their own and therefore BRX can bring great friendship and support.”
Laurence Lowne, Combyne Group
info@combyne.co.uk
www.combyne.co.uk
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“BRX Cheltenham North was set up about 12 months ago. From a group of 3 founder members we have grown to 14. The developing trust and networking has resulted in two new joint venture businesses, new business measured in millions of pounds and two businesses sharing offices to keep overheads down. Not bad for a first year. I can honestly say that BRX is business networking, working.”
Dave Whittles, Internet Consultant
davew@wsiwinningwebsites.com
www.wsiwinningwebsites.com
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“98% of my business is through word of mouth marketing; 40% is from BRX. If you get business because of who you are rather than through a big brand name, then BRX networking will work for you too.”
Jackie Barrie, Comms Plus - BRX Croydon Aerodrome
jackie@comms-plus.co.uk
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“I just wish I found BRX and Networking 20 years ago. Having joined just 10 months ago it has changed the way I do business completely. Not only have I found new clients (and friends) but I have also built up a network of professional contacts that have enabled me to expand far faster than I ever thought was possible. In the last 3 months alone I have achieved sufficient sales to pay for my BRX subscription for the next 30 years!”
Edwina Silver, Overseas Property
edwina.silver@premieroverseasproperties.com
www.premieroverseasproperties.com
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“I came along to the Coventry BRX as a guest and decided on that day to join. The company was great, the atmosphere was welcoming and business that took place across the table that day was amazing. The business advice I have received has enabled me to put my business on the map. I started with no business at all and now have 4 people contracting to me when required. BRX isn’t about the people around the table, it's who they know. It's up to you to get to know people and gain their trust. I'm really glad I joined.”
Lisa Stimpson, Outsource Telemarketing - BRX Coventry
lstimpson@outsourcetelemarketing.co.uk
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“The BRX training course is leaps and bounds above what I expected!”
Colin Davison, Cranleys Chartered Accountants - BRX Hart
cdavison@cranleys.co.uk
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“In less than a year I have already won £23,500 worth of business as a result of referrals from my BRX group. I would guess at least 80% of referrals have been converted into actual business.”
Luke Smith, Travel Counsellors - BRX Beckenham & West Wickham
lsmith@travelcounsellors.co.uk
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“I achieved what I want for the year in two hours on my first visit to BRX.”
Elaine Marsden, Battlefield Sports - Visitor to BRX East Lancs
emarsden@battlefield.co.uk
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“Thank you for the training day. The whole event was really useful and I drove home with my head buzzing with good techniques. I'm still a bit nervous about my presentation, I know that I want it to be immediately engaging, punchy, entertaining, informative etc., but am horribly aware that I personally do not like giving such things. But I'm determined to give it my best shot. After all, no one was born knowing how to do these things and this is a great chance to learn some of the tricks of the trade.”
Clare Richardson, Kendal College - BRX Kendal
crichardson@kendalcollege.org
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“It is very apparent that anyone who has taken your training day really does stand out as more professional in their approach; they have a professional clarity, and can articulate their business overview, objectives and requests of other businesses and professionals to a high standard.”
Angelina Foden, Assisted Fundamental Development - BRX Barnet
afoden@a.f.d.co.uk
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“I used the one-minute presentation I prepared in training, from memory, and it was fantastic! I got three leads as a result of being specific!”
Bob Snowzell, WSI - BRX Wakefield & Dewsbury
bsnowzell@wsi.co.uk
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“Here's a great story. I got a referral from Coventry BRX early this week. I rang the guy, we had a great conversation, and I sent him out some information. Today, I got an email from someone who met that guy at another BRX meeting and he is looking for some information - and so on, and so on, and so on. So, a referral from a referral. Man, I love this stuff!”
Roger Plantier, Business Advice Bureau - BRX Leamington
rplantier@b.a.b.co.uk
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“BRX has been fantastic for Inspired, in our first few months of membership we have made over £20k from the network and I believe we are only just warming up. The warmth from fellow members and the laugh we have at the meetings is just the cherry on top.”
Malcolm Welsh, Inspired HR Limited
mwelsh@inspiredhr.co.uk
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“Being in one of those industries that grows on new contacts and new business, networking was something that I'd always thought of doing. I'd tried my local Chamber of Commerce, but that seemed to be everyone trying to sell their own businesses in a melée of business card swapping. BNI seemed a little too business orientated and structured, and you have to bring referrals. I didn't know about BRX until I was pestered to "Come to the open day and see what it's like". I did and I don't regret it one iota. The atmosphere was friendly. People seemed more interested in what I did and how I could help their business rather than trying to sell me a deal. The whole ethos was more of a get to know the person and see what they can offer. BRX has been a major boost to my business. It has meant a return on investment of some 2400%, and that's in only four months. I am just wondering what the next year is going to bring.”
Tim Caddick
tim.caddick@timcaddickphotography.co.uk
www.timcaddickphotography.co.uk
