Code of Ethics:

Upon acceptance to BNI,I agree to abide by the following Code of Ethics during the tenure of my participation in the organisation.In addition,understanding that training is the key to success in any business,I agree to attend the Member Success Programme(MSP)within 60 days of my induction.

1.I will provide the quality of services at the prices that I have quoted.

2.I will be truthful with the members and their referrals.

3.I will build goodwill and trust among members and their referrals.

4.I will take responsibility for following up on the referrals I receive.

5.I will display a positive and supportive attitude.

6.I will live up to the ethical standards of my profession.

*(Professional standards outlined in a formal code of conduct for any profession,supersede the above standards).

APPLICATION PROCESS (Please read carefully)

1.A prospective participant may attend two meetings as a visitor.At the second meeting,the prospective participant obtains a sponsor.Prospective participant then completes this application and submits payment to the Membership Committee for review.

2.The Membership Committee completes the screening process and notifies the prospective participant of acceptance or non-acceptance before the next meeting.

3.The Membership Committee notifies the Chapter President.

4.The Chapter President announces new participant at Chapter meeting following acceptance by the Membership Committee.

General Policies

1) Only one person from each BNI classification can join a chapter of BNI. Each Member can only hold one BNI classification in a BNI Chapter.

2) BNI Members must represent their primary professional focus.

3) BNI Members must arrive on time and stay for the entire published meeting time.

4) An individual can only be a Member of one BNI Chapter. A Member cannot be in any other program that holds Members accountable to pass referrals.

5) A BNI Member is allower three absences within a continuous six-month period. If a Member cannot attend, they may send a substitute; this will not count as an absence.

6) Members are expected to be engaged in the BNI Chapter by bringing qualified referrals and/or visitors.

7) Visitors may attend BNI Chapter meetings up to two times.

8) Only BNI Members who have completed the Member Success Program, and BNI Directors/Director Consultants can do Feature Presentations during the BNI Meetings.

9) Leaves of absence are possible for certain extenuating circumstances (e.g.,extended medical issue that prevents member from walking) at the discretion of the Membership Committee.

10) Members who wishe to change their BNI classification must submit a new membership application for approval.

11) All BNI membership lists are for the purpose of giving referrals only. Before sending any marketing or business solicitation communications to BNI Members outside your chapter or Director/ Director Consultants, the recipient must give their consent. Consent must be freely given, specific, informed and unambiguous.

Administrative Policies

1) There is a membership fee paid annually or biennially. More details can be obtained from the respective Chapters.

2) BNI® reserves the right to establish more than one Chapter in any town or city.

3) Membership renewal fees are payable 1 month prior to the due date. Members who fail to make payment by the first day of the month they are due are considered late. An additional late charge will apply. If fees are not paid within 15 days, the member will be officially dropped from the BNI® system.

4) Fees are non-refundable.

5) BNI® has a strict policy on returned cheques. Any returned cheques will be charged a monimum RM100 returned cheque fee.

6) BNI® is a marketing service provided by BNI Global, LLC. BNI® or any of its franchisees reserve the right to discontinue a member’s participation in this programme.

Non-Descrimination Policy

BNI Global requires that Chapters review and select persons for membership in all classifications based on qualifications without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age or disability. BNI will not support no Chapter’s action when in violation of this non-discrimination statement.

No Harassment Policy

BNI does not tolerate harassment of our Franchisees, regional teams, leadership teams or Members at the hand of another. Any form of harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances is prohibited and will be treated as a disciplinary matter. BNI is committed to freedom of harassment within our network. In addition, as BNI is a global organization, we all need to be culturally sensitive so that we can best relate to each other.

Program Guidelines

Program Guideline are not policies, but are recommended practices that allow chapters to run more smoothly and effectively.

Visiting Chapters

~ Members visiting other chapters should announce that they are from another chapter.

~ Visiting members must not do or say anything that competes with a member of that chapter.

~ The chapter should be cautious in giving referrals to individuals they don’t know, including visiting members.

~ Visiting members should pay for their own meal.

~ Before visitong another chapter, the visiting member should call that chapter’s President first.

~ Visiting members follow the same visiting policies as non-members, no more that two visits.

Absences and Tardiness

~ Absences and tardiness mean less business for members; therefore, the Membership Committee may give warnings to members who are consistently late or leave early. If the problem continues, the member’s classification may be subject to being reopened.

Substitute Program

~ Potential substitutes include: customers, friends, family and/or employees.

~ The primary purpose for a substitute is to represent a BNI member. BNI recommends minimal use of substitutes. However, a member may use substitutes up to three times in a six-month period.

~ Members should alert the chapter of a substitute so that the Visitor Host can be there to greet him/her.

Business Representation

~ Members agree to only represent the business classification approved by the Membership Committee.

~ Members of BNI who represent multi-level marketing organisations should represent their products and services in BNI and not the business opportunity element of their business.

Privacy Policy

At BNI, Inc., we prioritize your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal information. In the course of providing our services, we collect specific details such as your name, phone number, and email address. We want to assure you that this information is obtained solely for the purpose of facilitating communication with you.

We understand the importance of confidentiality, and we want to be transparent about how we handle your data. Rest assured that the details you share with us will not be disclosed to the public, and they will be used exclusively for internal management within our company.

BNI exists to foster connections and create a world that is open and inclusive, where everyone can find a sense of belonging. Trust is the cornerstone of our community, and respecting your right to privacy is paramount.

Refund Policy

Thank you for registering for our events and training courses!

We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, preventing you from attending the event or training course you registered for. To facilitate a smooth refund process, please provide proof of your inability to attend at least one week before the scheduled date of the event or training course.

All registration fees are fully refundable under these circumstances. We are committed to processing your refund promptly, and you can expect the full amount to be returned within 14 days. The refund will be processed to the original source of funds, ensuring a seamless and transparent transaction.

Your satisfaction is important to us, and we strive to make the refund process as straightforward as possible. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are here to help and ensure a positive experience with our events and training courses.