The BNI Effect

Transforming Brisbane Businesses, One Connection at a Time

Hosted by Tony Meredith

Episodes

May 6, 2025

27 min

Tony Meredith chats with sales coach Mark Thomas from Empat Consulting about transforming your business through genuine connections and trust-building. Discover smart strategies and real success stories that make networking a game changer!

May 6, 2025

27 min

Apr 29, 2025

28 min

Host Tony Meredith chats with Lynne Kurelek about the mindset shift from transactional networking to meaningful relationships. With a background in leadership and customer experience, Lynne shares how BNI helped her grow a business she genuinely loves—by giving first, staying patient, and building real connections.

Apr 29, 2025

28 min

Apr 22, 2025

19 min

Lucas Meadowcroft joins host Tony Meredith to share how leaning into accountability and connection at BNI helped him evolve from IT support to AI automation leader. Discover how structure, education, and community fuel long-term business growth through the power of BNI.

Apr 22, 2025

19 min

Apr 15, 2025

13 min

From teacher to top real estate agent! Bianca Stubbs shares with Tony Meredith how BNI helped her double sales and build a powerful referral network. Don't miss these game-changing insights!

Apr 15, 2025

13 min

Apr 8, 2025

15 min

From introvert to networking pro! Hanlie Froes shares with Tony Meredith how embracing BNI led to 40% business growth and stronger client relationships. Don't miss these game-changing insights!

Apr 8, 2025

15 min

Apr 1, 2025

46 min

Celebrating 50 Episodes of The BNI Effect!
Join host Tony Meredith with special guests Avinash Sequeira & Sharon McGrory as they reflect on the incredible journey of The BNI Effect podcast. From powerful networking insights to the impact of BNI on business growth, this milestone episode is one you don’t want to miss!

Apr 1, 2025

46 min

Mar 25, 2025

19 min

Unlock the secrets to building high-performing global teams! In Ep 49 of The BNI Effect with Tony Meredith, Tiffany English shares how strategic networking and offshoring can scale your business.

Mar 25, 2025

19 min

Mar 18, 2025

19 min

The BNI Effect Ep 48 is here! Join Tony Meredith and Anna Blackman as she shares how she found her tribe at BNI and turned academic expertise into a thriving HR consultancy!

Mar 18, 2025

19 min

Mar 11, 2025

22 min

Episode 47 of The BNI Effect is here! Join Tony Meredith and Marilyn Davies as she shares how 1-2-1 meetings and the Giver’s Gain mindset helped her build a thriving real estate business and grow her BNI chapter to over 50 members! Discover the power of strategic networking and lasting relationships!

Mar 11, 2025

22 min

Mar 4, 2025

16 min

Episode 46 of The BNI Effect is live! Join Tony Meredith and Kel Connolly as she shares how BNI helped her turn Blackandles into a thriving corporate gifting business. From a home-based startup to a networking success story—Kel’s journey is all about resilience, innovation, and seizing opportunities! Don’t miss this inspiring episode!

Mar 4, 2025

16 min

The BNI Effect

You’re listening to The BNI Effect podcast, where we transform Brisbane businesses one connection at a time.

BNI is the world’s largest business referral organisation, and Brisbane businesses are experiencing phenomenal growth through BNI. 



The BNI Effect podcast is dedicated to helping BNI members and business professionals like you achieve success through effective networking and business development strategies.

For more information on how your Brisbane business can benefit from BNI, go to our website: bnibrisbanecentral.com.au, bnibn.com.au, bnibrisbanewest.com.au, bnibrisbanesouthside.com.au or bninorthqueensland.com.au

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