Mobile App
A mobile app to facilitate networking and collaboration among members. Here are potential features for such an app:
- Member Profiles: Allow members to create profiles with business information, specialties, and contact details.
- Event Management: Enable users to schedule and manage networking events, meetings, and presentations within the app.
- Referral System: Implement a structured referral system, allowing members to easily refer and track business opportunities through the app.
- Messaging: Provide a messaging platform for members to communicate, exchange ideas, and follow up on referrals.
- Member Ratings and Reviews: Allow members to rate and review each other, enhancing accountability and promoting trust within the community.
- Payment Integration: If applicable, incorporate a payment system for membership fees, event registrations, or other transactions.
- Notification System: Implement a notification system to keep members informed about upcoming events, referral opportunities, or important updates.
- Tracking of referral business generated.
Web App/Portal
(All the specific information shall be available to members only like training module, guides, rules etc., and members shall have one log in id and password, only active members who have paid fees shall have active log in ids)
- Resource Centre: Develop a repository of training materials, guides, and educational resources to help members improve their networking and business skills.
- Analytics Dashboard: Integrate analytics tools to provide members with insights into referral success, attendance, and engagement.
- Global Networking Opportunities: If applicable, facilitate connections beyond local boundaries, allowing members to network with businesses on a broader scale.
- Business Directory: Include a directory of all members, categorized by business type, making it easy for members to find and connect with each other.
- Exclusive Categories: Assign exclusive business categories to members, preventing direct competition within the group.
Referral Bonus
BCI Referral Bonus Program has been designed to enhance collaboration, encourage active participation, and reward the exceptional networking efforts of our members.
To qualify for the referral bonus, a referral must meet the following criteria:
- The referred business must become a member of our BCI chapter.
- The referral must lead to a meaningful engagement, such as a closed deal or a significant business interaction.
Benefits of Reference to Existing Members
- Financial Incentives
- Strengthened Relationships
- Business Expansion
- Personal and Professional Growth
- Collective Success
Annual BCI Member Appreciation Event
The Annual BCI Member Appreciation Event is a cornerstone in our calendar designed to recognize and celebrate the collective achievements, growth, and collaborative spirit of our BCI chapter. This event serves the following purposes:
- Celebration of Success: Recognizing and celebrating the accomplishments of individual members, acknowledging milestones, and highlighting the collective success of our chapter.
- Networking Opportunity: Providing an environment conducive to networking and relationship-building among members. The event aims to strengthen existing connections and foster new collaborations.
- Knowledge Sharing: Offering a platform for members to showcase their businesses in detail through the Member Spotlight Showcase, enabling a deeper understanding of each other's offerings.
- Inspiration and Learning: Featuring a keynote speaker to share insights on networking, business growth, and success strategies, inspiring members to strive for greater achievements.
- Acknowledgment and Awards: Expressing gratitude and presenting awards to members for outstanding contributions, referrals, and achievements, reinforcing the value of active participation in the BCI community.
- Interactive Sessions: Structured activities and games to facilitate member interactions, making the event not only informative but also engaging and enjoyable.
Centralised Management
There shall be certain committees like Membership committee, Event and meetings committee, Referral Tracking Committee, Marketing and Promotion Committee, Training and Development Committee, Technology & IT Committee and Communication Channels Committee at National level. The Committee members shall be elected and nominated members from various hubs.
Inhouse Admin Department
There shall be an inhouse admin department, and shall assist all the National Committees to implement the planned actions as decided by committees.