Brookline NetworkersBrookline, MA

Visit a Tuesday meeting as our guest

See how a high-performing referral chapter runs, meet the members, and decide for yourself if it's a fit. Visiting is free and there's no commitment.

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A BNI Brookline Networkers member presenting to the chapter at a weekly meeting
Why Visit

Why visit BNI Brookline Networkers?

Meet trusted professionals

Spend a morning with established local business owners across home, health, business, and marketing.

See referrals in action

Watch how members pass real business to each other. Last term, they referred more than $12.1 million.

Introduce your business

If your profession isn't represented yet, you'll get a short introduction to tell the room what you do.

Meeting Details

When and where we meet

Every Tuesday

6:45 to 8:30 AM
Weekly, except certain holidays. Open networking starts at 6:45, and the meeting begins at 7:00.

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Location

100 Centre Street, 10th Floor
Brookline, MA 02446
Center Communities of Brookline

Take the elevator to the 10th floor and walk straight down the long hallway to the dining hall.

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Parking

Street parking is available on Centre Street and nearby streets. Some spots are free and others are metered.

Plan for about two hours of parking, and keep the meter fed until at least 8:30 AM.

Upcoming meeting dates

  1. Tue27OctMeeting6:45 AM
  2. Tue3NovMeeting6:45 AM
  3. Tue10NovMeeting6:45 AM
  4. Tue17NovMeeting6:45 AM
  5. Tue24NovNo meetingThanksgiving
  6. Tue1DecMeeting6:45 AM
  7. Tue8DecVisitor's DayGreat first visit
  8. Tue15DecMeeting6:45 AM
  9. Tue22DecNo meetingChristmas Day
  10. Tue29DecNo meetingNew Year's Day
Sample dates, pulled from the chapter calendar on Oct 26, 2026. On the live site these update automatically. See who's presenting
What to Expect

What to expect at your first meeting

Our meetings follow the same structure every week, so you'll always know what's next.

  1. 6:45 AMOpen networking

    Arrive, sign in with a Visitor Host, and meet members over coffee.

  2. 7:00 AMMeeting begins

    Welcome for guests and substitutes, leadership introductions, Purpose & Overview, and a short educational segment.

  3. Member presentations and I-haves

    Each member gives a 40-second presentation, then has 10 seconds to share their "I-haves": referrals, TYFCB (Thank You For Closed Business), and 1-to-1s. The best pitch wins the Golden Mic Award.

  4. Reports

    Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer, and Membership Committee reports.

  5. Short break

    A quick coffee and networking break.

  6. Feature presentations

    Two members give longer presentations (3 or 8 minutes) so everyone learns more about their business.

  7. Announcements and closing quote

    Chapter announcements, then a closing quote to end the meeting.

  8. 8:30 AMMeeting ends

    The meeting ends by 8:30 AM. We have the room until 9:30 AM, so members and visitors can stay to network.

How to Prepare

How to prepare

  • Register ahead of time through the BNI Massachusetts visitor page.
  • Bring business cards and any materials to share. You can leave them on the big table before the meeting.
  • Prepare a short introduction: who you are, what you do, and who makes a good referral for you.
  • Arrive by 6:45 AM for open networking and sign in with a Visitor Host. Late arrivals forfeit their presentation.
  • Stay after the meeting. It ends by 8:30 AM, but we have the room until 9:30 AM for networking.
Full guidelines for visitors and substitutes
FAQ

Visitor questions

Have a question that isn't here? Ask one of our Visitor Hosts when you arrive.

Is there a cost to visit?

No. Visiting is free. You only pay for street parking if you park at a meter.

Can visitors give a presentation?

If your profession isn't already represented in the chapter, you can give a short introduction. If a member already holds your category, you're welcome to stand and introduce yourself, but not pitch your business.

What if I'm running late?

Come anyway, but late arrivals forfeit their presentation slot, so aim to arrive by 6:45 AM.

How many times can I visit?

Visitors can attend up to two meetings, plus a Visitors' Day if one is scheduled. You can't keep visiting while a membership application is pending.

How do I join after visiting?

If your profession's seat is open, you can apply. Applicants provide references and are interviewed by our Membership Committee, which votes on each application.

What does membership cost?

BNI Massachusetts sets annual membership dues and a one-time registration fee. The chapter also collects room dues, currently $65 per quarter.

Ready to visit?

Register through BNI Massachusetts and we'll see you Tuesday at 6:45 AM.

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