In this special episode recorded at the BNI Global Convention 2025 in Sydney, Australia, Executive Director Ed Wilson sits down with one of the most respected voices in BNI worldwide — Kathryn Saggers, Executive Director of BNI Beverages (UK), global trainer, and mentor to thousands. With 20 years in BNI, Kathryn shares the true heartbeat of our global organization — not just the results, but the relationships, the resilience, and the real-life transformations that happen when we lead with Givers Gain. ✨ In this episode, you’ll hear: ✅ Kathryn’s unexpected journey from interior design to global BNI leadership ✅ How one chapter rally rebuilt a member’s life after tragedy ✅ Why she defines BNI as “business karma” — give good, get good ✅ What it means to raise your hand and say yes to leadership ✅ The impact of mentorship (and why “Uncle Phil” changed her life) ✅ Why BNI is more than business — it’s family, friendship, and humanity 💬 “We all joined for business. But what we stay for? That’s the real story.” 🎧 Tune in to rediscover the humanity behind the referrals — and why BNI continues to grow leaders around the world. 📬 Want to share your BNI story? Email: [email protected] 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more global episodes 💬 Who has been YOUR BNI mentor? Shout them out in the comments! Have a topic you’d like us to highlight? Please share with us via email at [email protected]. Visit us online: https://bnisd.comBNI is the world's most successful organization of its type in the world. Members pass millions of referrals which translates to billions of dollars in business.BNI San Diego(619) 255-2620Visit a chapter: https://bnisd.com/en-US/findachapter

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