Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about BNE membership, meetings, and our platform.
General
BNE operates on a non-profit, community-first model. Key differentiators include: category-exclusivity (no internal competition in a chapter), a zero-commission policy on referrals, a strong emphasis on ethics and transparency, and a powerful digital platform for referrals and a member marketplace. Our goal is member empowerment, not profit.
BNE is open to entrepreneurs, MSME owners, service providers, product-based businesses, startups, freelancers, consultants, and business development professionals. If you believe in the principle of "giving to grow" and want to be part of an ethical business community, BVP is for you.
BNE is a purpose-driven business networking platform in India that connects ethical entrepreneurs, professionals, and MSMEs. Our mission is to help members grow their businesses through structured referrals, collaboration, and a supportive community, all built on trust and transparency with a non-profit model.
Membership
As a non-profit organization, all membership fees are reinvested into the community. The fees cover the costs of meeting logistics (venue, breakfast), technology maintenance for our digital platforms (Referral Board, Marketplace), training programs, and other growth initiatives that directly benefit our members.
To ensure high-quality referrals and eliminate internal competition, each BNE chapter allows only one member per specific business category (e.g., one residential architect, one digital marketing agency). This means all referrals for that specific service within the chapter go directly to you.
Yes, absolutely! We encourage prospective members to attend a chapter meeting as a visitor to experience our culture and structured networking firsthand. First-time visitors can often attend for free using a Gift Voucher sponsored by our members or partners.
Platform
Sattva Times is BNE's official media partner. As a member, you get opportunities to be featured through articles, business spotlights, and founder interviews. This helps build your brand credibility and gives you digital exposure that lasts forever, reaching an audience beyond the BNE network.
The BNE Marketplace is a digital storefront where members can list and sell their products and services directly to other members and a wider audience. It's a trusted ecosystem for commerce, allowing you to promote special offers and gain business from a verified network.
The Referral Board is our exclusive digital platform where members can post real-time business requirements they have or come across. Other members can then respond to these qualified opportunities, creating a dynamic ecosystem for giving and receiving genuine business leads.
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