BNI (Business Network International)

This franchise model centers on organizing and managing structured business referral networking chapters within a defined territory. Franchisees (known as Master Franchisees or regional directors) recruit local business professionals to join weekly networking meetings where members share qualified referrals with one another. The model is built on the philosophy of 'Givers Gain,' encouraging members to refer business to one another as the primary growth strategy.

Franchisees earn revenue through membership fees collected from business owner members in their chapters. The franchisor provides comprehensive onboarding, ongoing coaching, proprietary technology platforms for tracking referrals and member connections, marketing support, and access to a globally recognized brand with over four decades of operating history. The customer base consists of small and medium-sized business owners and professionals seeking to grow their revenues through trusted referral relationships.

Franchisees build scalable regional networks by launching new chapters within their territory. After a nearly decade-long pause, U.S. franchise opportunities reopened in early 2025.