Business networking organisation BNI will launch a new Fleurieu chapter, BNI Victory, at a breakfast event on Tuesday 11 February.

Managing Director of BNI Adelaide Sonya Noonan says BNI Victory is designed to provide a structured and supportive environment where businesses can connect and collaborate.

“We had a lot of enquiries from people who lived and owned businesses down south, all of whom thought that the travel time was a bit too far to join chapters in the Adelaide metro area.

“When a few people approached us to start a chapter on the Fleurieu, we could see the sense straight away.”

The chapter has been developed under the leadership of Helen Sampson, Chapter President and owner of Jagged Crow Creative, and Michael Schubert, Vice President and owner of ShedEx Fleurieu. 

Both are passionate about creating opportunities for businesses to connect and succeed on the Fleurieu region.

“There hadn’t been an active business network since the Women in Business Network closed a few years ago,” Helen says. 

“I saw BNI as the perfect opportunity to connect local businesses and help them flourish.”

Michael emphasises BNI’s structured approach as a key differentiator.

“It’s not just social networking; it’s focused networking with a clear goal of generating referrals and supporting each other’s businesses.

“Many business people on the Fleurieu struggle to find networking opportunities before 9am.” 

The launch will be held at McCracken Country Club in Victor Harbor at 7.45am. Tickets can be booked online.