BNI Gateway To Success Chapter

08/27/2025

🌟 Last week, our BNI Gateway to Success Chapter had the pleasure of hearing from Joe Kost, Director of Operations at Quest Financial and Insurance Services, as our Featured Presenter!

Since 2011, Quest Insurance has been dedicated to delivering a wide range of stellar insurance and financial products while also educating clients on the essentials—coverage options, risk management, rights, responsibilities, and more.

As a full-service agency, Quest offers everything from home, auto, renters, and umbrella insurance to business policies and beyond. Licensed in over 15 states (and growing!), Quest is here to protect what matters most.

Joe takes great pride in providing personal attention and truly takes care of his clients—making sure they feel informed, supported, and confident in their coverage.

Thank you, Joe, for sharing your knowledge and passion with our chapter! 🙌

08/26/2025

🎉 Exciting news from the BNI Gateway to Success Chapter! 🎉

We’re thrilled to welcome our newest member, Rebekah Page with Novus Home Mortgage. 🏡✨

At Novus, their mission is simple: to make your path to homeownership clear and achievable. With a straightforward process, transparent communication, and personalized guidance, Rebekah and her team ensure you’re always supported every step of the way.

💭 Your dream home is closer than you think — and with Rebekah, you’ll have the right partner to help make it a reality!

👏 Please join us in giving Rebekah a warm Gateway welcome!

08/20/2025

🌟 Featured Presenter Spotlight! 🌟
We’re excited to introduce our most recent Featured Presenter, John Repp with Reputable Property Services! 🏡✨

John and his team specialize in keeping homes and businesses looking their best with services including:

✅ Residential & Commercial Pressure Washing
✅ House & Roof Washing / Moss Removal
✅ Concrete Cleaning & Sealing
✅ Deck & Fence Cleaning

If you’ve been thinking about giving your property a fresh, clean look, Reputable Property Services is the team to call! https://www.reputablepropertyservices.com/

08/18/2025

🌟 A big thank you to Terry Dorland of Rise Local Consulting and our Chapter Mentor Coordinator for presenting the Passport to Success program to the BNI Gateway to Success Chapter!

This fantastic program is designed to kick-start new members’ journeys—helping them achieve results, build strong relationships, and develop valuable referrals. We’re grateful for the guidance and insight that sets our members up for success from day one!

08/07/2025

🎤 Recently, we had the pleasure of featuring Terry Dorland of Rise Local Consulting as our Feature Presenter at the Gateway to Success chapter!

Terry walked us through how Rise Local helps businesses increase visibility and drive results through smart digital strategies—like SEO, paid ads, and website optimization. His approach is all about helping businesses get found online by the right audience.

Thank you, Terry, for sharing your knowledge and passion with the group. Your expertise is a huge asset to our chapter! 💻📈

08/05/2025

🎉 Please help us celebrate Terry Dorland of Rise Local Consulting on renewing his commitment to the Gateway to Success chapter and BNI! 🙌

Terry continues to bring incredible value to our group as a trusted digital marketing strategist—supporting businesses with SEO, web design, paid ads, and more.

We recently had the opportunity to reintroduce him to the chapter, highlighting his ongoing dedication and expertise. We’re lucky to have committed professionals like Terry in our corner, helping elevate our chapter and community.

Here’s to continued success and collaboration! 💼👏

08/03/2025

Our Gateway to Success Chapter was recently inspired by the creative energy and branding wisdom of Sonya Paster, owner of SPJ Design!

Sonya shared her passion for helping businesses create a fit brand—one that authentically reflects who you are, what you offer, and where you're going. With more than 30 years of experience, she knows that great branding is more than just visuals—it’s your business’s voice.

Whether it’s logos, packaging, or cohesive brand systems, Sonya delivers smart, sassy, and intentional design that sets small businesses apart. Her presentation reminded us all how powerful consistent and confident branding can be!

🔗 Learn more about Sonya and her work at spjdesignllc.com

08/01/2025

BNI laughs and referrals! 😂 Big shoutout to Dennis, who subbed for Jeff Hexter of Always Keep Computing at today’s BNI Gateway to Success meeting. He fully committed to the role—bald cap and all—to match Jeff’s signature tagline:
“We pull out our hair so you don’t have to!”

Now that’s brand dedication. 👏💻

07/29/2025

The BNI Gateway to Success Chapter was proud to feature Attorney David S. Michel of the Law Office of David S. Michel recently! 👨‍⚖️💼

David gave an impactful and informative presentation about his work as a personal injury attorney, highlighting how he helps clients through some of the most difficult times of their lives.

Whether it’s a motor vehicle accident, motorcycle or bicycle crash, workers’ comp case, medical malpractice, or even a dog bite, David fights to ensure his clients get the compensation they deserve — with compassion and commitment every step of the way.

Thank you, David, for sharing your knowledge and passion with the group. If you or someone you know needs a strong legal advocate, David S. Michel is the one to call! 🛑⚖️

07/23/2025

Congratulations to our June Notable Networkers! ❤️

🎉 We’re celebrating a big win at BNI Gateway To Success Chapter! 🎉

Our very own Sharon Spychola, founder of Your Corporate Concierge, was named June’s Notable Networker for Most Visitors! 🙌

We’re also proud to recognize fellow chapter members:

🌟 Laura Wellman – Most CEUs and a perfect 100 on the Power of One
🌟 Kathleen Bergansky – Most 1-2-1s

At Your Corporate Concierge, we know the power of showing up, building connections, and supporting fellow professionals—and we’re honored to be in such great company! 👑

07/22/2025

👏 Last Friday at BNI Gateway to Success, we had the pleasure of hearing from Mark Dzurec of BayPointe Technology during his Feature Presentation!

It was a great opportunity to learn more about Mark and the high-level IT solutions BayPointe offers. As a Veteran-Owned Business, BayPointe believes in being a true partner to their clients—delivering service, ingenuity, and excellence in every interaction.

💻 While their technology is cutting-edge, it's their people who make it happen. Their strong reputation reflects a team that's dedicated to both top performance and long-term customer success.

Thank you, Mark, for an outstanding presentation and for all that you do!

07/21/2025

🎉 A big congratulations to Geoff Hoff of Capital Planners on renewing his membership with BNI Gateway to Success!

Geoff’s continued commitment to building meaningful relationships, giving quality referrals, and supporting fellow members speaks volumes. We’re proud to have a trusted financial expert like Geoff in our chapter—and even prouder to have him recommit to growing with us!

Here’s to another year of success, collaboration, and impact! 💼💡