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08/21/2026

Who cleans up after happily ever after? ✨

This Tuesday, August 25, Melissa Blackburn of Sparkling Perfection Housecleaning will take the spotlight for our BNI Sunset West Connections feature presentation.

With a clever twist on Cinderella, Goldilocks, and the Three Bears, Melissa will show us how to recognize the stories behind great cleaning referrals—from busy homeowners who want their weekends back to families moving, properties in transition, and hosts preparing for special events.

Join us for a fun presentation, valuable referral insights, and an opportunity to connect with local business professionals.

📅 Tuesday, August 25
⏰ 7:00 a.m.
💻 On Zoom
📍 BNI Sunset West Connections

Want to visit? Send me a message for the Zoom information.

08/21/2026

Too busy to shop—or know someone who is? 🛍️

This week’s featured presenter at Sunset West Connections was Diane Kiley of Diane’s Shopping Bag. Diane helps busy professionals, parents, and business owners save valuable time with personalized gift shopping, wardrobe assistance, and everyday errands.

Watch her presentation to learn how to recognize the perfect referral for Diane—and how she helps clients get their time back!

🎥 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vqZl9wtP-Q

In this BNI presentation, Diane Kiley of Diane’s Shopping Bag expla...

08/05/2026

Why State-Minimum Auto Insurance May Not Be Enough | Michael Prata

Could one brief distraction put your home, savings, and financial future at risk?

In this week’s BNI featured presentation, Michael Prata of Farmers Insurance explains what auto liability insurance actually covers—and why carrying only the state minimum may leave a dangerous gap.

Using a memorable $805,000 accident scenario, Michael covers:

Bodily injury and property-damage liability

Medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering

Uninsured motorist and umbrella coverage

How subrogation can put your assets and income at risk

Why adequate liability limits protect much more than your vehicle

This presentation is for general educational purposes. Insurance policies and requirements vary; consult a licensed insurance professional regarding your specific coverage.

Could one brief distraction put your home, savings, and financial f...

07/16/2026

How to Spot a Home That Needs Painting | Expert Tips from Brian Hoge Painting

Is your home’s exterior trying to tell you something?

In this presentation, Brian Hoge of Brian Hoge Painting shares the most common warning signs that it’s time to repaint your home before minor issues become expensive repairs.

You’ll learn how to recognize:

* Peeling and chipped paint
* Dry-rotted wood
* Faded paint and stain
* Mold and mildew on siding
* Why protecting your home’s exterior saves money over time
* Who makes an ideal referral for a professional painter

With 47 years of experience, Brian specializes in helping homeowners protect their investment through quality interior and exterior painting.

If you’re a homeowner, Realtor, contractor, landlord, or property manager, this presentation will help you recognize when it’s time to call a professional painter.

Brian Hoge Painting
Exceptional Service. Exceptional Results.

If you found this video helpful, please Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who owns or manages a home.

Is your home’s exterior trying to tell you something?In this pres...

07/16/2026

What makes a great plumber?

In this presentation, Sarah Walters from The Plumbing Doctor explains what truly sets their company apart. Instead of simply selling plumbing services, they focus on educating homeowners, recommending the right solution, and treating every home with respect.

Topics covered include:

✔ Client-first recommendations
✔ Drain cleaning vs. plumbing repairs
✔ Finding the right solution for each situation
✔ Respecting your home during every service call
✔ What makes an ideal plumbing referral

Whether you’re a homeowner, REALTOR®, contractor, landlord, or simply looking for a trustworthy plumber, this presentation provides valuable insight into how The Plumbing Doctor approaches customer service.

If you found this presentation helpful, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone looking for an honest plumbing company.

Presented by Sarah Walters

The Plumbing Doctor

Professional Residential Plumbing Services

What makes a great plumber?In this presentation, Sarah Walters fr...

07/07/2026

Brian Hoge of Brian Hoge Painting shares 47 years of experience spotting the early warning signs that a home needs painting — signs that turn into great referral opportunities for Realtors, landlords, contractors, and homeowners alike.
In this video, you'll learn how to recognize:
✅ Peeling or chipped paint
✅ Dry rotted wood
✅ Faded paint or stain
✅ Water stains and mold spots
Brian also breaks down how Brian Hoge Painting takes the "P.A.I.N." out of painting — handling the Prep work, easing the Anxiety, minimizing Inconvenience, and making sure projects don't become Never Ending.
Whether you're a home seller, landlord, contractor, Realtor, or homeowner, this quick guide will help you know exactly when it's time to call a professional painter.
📞 Direct: 503-260-6363
🌐 www.hillsborohousepainting.com
Licensed and Insured | CCB #243262


https://youtu.be/jJnFiNezsrU

The BEST in Hillsboro! Brian Hoge Painting delivers expert interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, deck work, and pressure washing across Hillsboro and nearby areas.

06/29/2026

Missed Tuesday’s Featured Presentation? You can still catch it! 🐝

This week, Annette Thorson of Hive Bookkeeping shared how staying organized with your bookkeeping can help you spend less time worrying about the numbers and more time growing your business.

Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or running a growing company, Annette brings practical advice, years of experience, and a passion for helping businesses keep their finances in order.

🎥 Watch the presentation here: [Insert Video Link]

If you own a business—or know someone who does—this presentation is well worth a few minutes of your time.

Be sure to like, share, and subscribe so you don’t miss future presentations from the incredible professionals in our BNI chapter!

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06/05/2026

🎥 Missed Olga Ward’s presentation at BNI Sunset West Connections?

You’re going to want to watch this one.

Olga Ward of Beaverton Neurofeedback shared how neurofeedback can help people better understand the connection between the brain, stress, focus, and healing. Drawing from both her professional expertise and her personal experience as an adoptive and foster parent, Olga delivered an insightful presentation on a topic that impacts families, students, professionals, and individuals of all ages.

If you’ve ever wondered how brain training can support better mental performance, emotional regulation, or overall well-being, this presentation is worth your time.

🎬 Watch the video and learn why neurofeedback is changing lives.



Helping businesses grow through great connections. 🤝

Through ORPARC’s Neurofeedback Adoption Access Program (NAAP), adop...

05/20/2026

🚧 Featured Speaker This Tuesday at BNI Sunset West Connections! 🚧

Join us Tuesday at 7 AM via Zoom as we hear from Phil with Zoom Drain Portland, who will be talking about something most homeowners and business owners hope they never need… until they REALLY need it: trenchless pipe repair.

Did you know many sewer and drain problems can now be repaired without tearing up your yard, driveway, or landscaping? Zoom Drain specializes in advanced drain and sewer solutions including camera inspections, hydro jetting, and trenchless sewer repair technology designed to minimize disruption while fixing major pipe issues.

If you own a home, manage property, work in real estate, or know someone dealing with recurring drain or sewer issues, this is one presentation you won’t want to miss.

🛠️ Learn how modern sewer repair works
🌲 Discover how trenchless repair can help preserve landscaping
🚿 Find out the warning signs of bigger drain and sewer problems before they become emergencies

📅 Tuesday at 7 AM
💻 Via Zoom
📩 Message me if you’d like the Zoom link!

05/20/2026

Missed this week’s featured presentation at BNI Sunset West Connections? Now’s your chance to catch the replay!

This week, Sam Friend of Friend Enterprizes — also known as the “Airborne Accountant” — broke down different tax entities, shared real-world examples, and explained how choosing the right structure could impact your business, taxes, and liability.

And yes… this accountant has literally jumped out of airplanes. 🪂

With over 30 years of experience helping businesses and individuals, Sam packed this presentation with practical information every business owner should hear.

🎥 Check out the video below and learn:
✔️ Sole Proprietors vs LLCs vs S-Corps vs C-Corps
✔️ How entity choice impacts taxes
✔️ Real-world examples and strategies
✔️ Common mistakes business owners make

Helping businesses make smarter decisions… one jump at a time.