BNI Gateway To Success Chapter

05/31/2026

Please join us in welcoming our newest member to the BNI Gateway to Success Chapter, Eli Wellman with Window Universe! 🎉

Eli specializes in helping homeowners improve their homes with quality windows and doors backed by outstanding customer service and expertise. We’re excited to have him as part of our chapter and look forward to the value and connections he’ll bring to our members and visitors alike.

If you or someone you know is considering new windows or doors, be sure to connect with Eli at 📞 216-956-4754.

Welcome to the chapter, Eli! 👏

05/29/2026

👏 This week at BNI Gateway to Success, we were excited to hear from our Featured Presenter, Andrea Persinger with Persinger & Associates Inc.!

Andrea shared how Persinger & Associates goes far beyond the traditional CPA tax practice by helping individuals and small businesses navigate ever-changing tax codes while creating smart long-term financial strategies. From tax preparation and bookkeeping to consulting services tailored to each client’s unique needs, their team truly takes a personalized approach built on decades of experience and trusted relationships.

Thank you, Andrea, for an informative presentation and for showing our members how valuable proactive financial guidance can be! 💼📊

05/25/2026

05/21/2026

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05/20/2026

Please join us in congratulating Sharon Spychola of Your Corporate Concierge for earning MVP recognition at BNI Gateway to Success! 🎉👏

🏆 1st Place – Most 1-2-1s
🥉 3rd Place – Most CEUs
🥉 3rd Place – Most Referrals

Sharon consistently demonstrates what BNI is all about — building strong relationships, investing in education, and creating meaningful connections that help fellow members grow. Her energy, dedication, and commitment to Givers Gain make a lasting impact on our chapter each week.

Congratulations, Sharon, on this well-deserved recognition! We’re grateful to have you as part of our BNI family. ❤

05/18/2026

Please help us give a warm welcome to the newest member of the BNI Gateway to Success Chapter, Logan O'Connor with Whitmer & Ehrman LLC! 🎉

As a bankruptcy attorney, Logan helps individuals and businesses navigate difficult financial situations with guidance, professionalism, and a path forward. We’re excited to have his expertise, positive energy, and commitment to helping others as part of our chapter!

Welcome to the Gateway family, Logan — we’re looking forward to helping you grow your business and build meaningful connections. 👏

05/15/2026

Today’s Featured Presenter at the BNI Gateway to Success Chapter was David Michel with the Law Office of David S. Michel!

David kicked things off with a hilarious joke that ended with a workers’ compensation punch line that definitely got the room laughing. 😂

With 40+ years of experience as a personal injury attorney, David shared how having the right representation can make a major difference — helping clients receive up to 3.5x more in their settlement.

David is the go-to referral for:
🚗 Motor vehicle accidents
🏍 Motorcycle accidents
🚲 Bicycle accidents
🐶 Dog bites
⚠️ Slip and fall cases
📋 Workers’ compensation claims

When accidents happen, having an experienced advocate in your corner matters. Thank you, David, for an engaging and informative presentation today! 👏

05/14/2026

👏 Congratulations to Our April Notable Networkers at BNI Gateway to Success! 👏

A big round of applause to these members for their outstanding efforts, engagement, and contributions throughout the month of April:

🏆 Most Thank You for Closed Business
Geoff Hoff – Capital Planners

📚 Most CEUs
Ryan Heyman – Edward Jones

🤝 Most One-to-Ones
Dr. Shelby – Chiromax

🔗 Most Referrals
Jeff Hextwe – Always Keep Computing

👥 Most Visitors – 5 Way Tie!
David Michel – Law Office of David S. Michel
Logan Campbell – Blue Lake Cleaning Handyman Division
Kathleen Bergansky – The Bergansky Team
Dr. Shelby – Chiromax
Joe Wisniewski – PHYT For Function

Your commitment to building relationships, supporting fellow members, and growing the chapter is what makes BNI Gateway to Success such a strong networking community. Keep up the amazing work! 🎉

05/13/2026

Congratulations to Ryan Heyman with Edward Jones for winning last week’s Best Weekly Presentation at the BNI Gateway to Success Chapter meeting! 👏

Thank you, Ryan, for delivering an engaging presentation and sharing more about how you help clients plan for their financial future. We appreciate your professionalism, knowledge, and commitment to building strong relationships within our chapter.

Well deserved! 🎉

05/12/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Shelby with Chiromax for earning April’s MVP honors at BNI Gateway to Success Chapter! 🎉👏

Dr. Shelby led the chapter with the most one-to-ones and the most visitors in April, while also earning recognition for having the second most Thank You for Closed Business. Your dedication to building relationships, supporting fellow members, and growing through Givers Gain is making a huge impact!

We appreciate your energy, consistency, and commitment to the chapter. Congratulations on a well-deserved achievement! 👏✨