BNI - Business By The Bay

03/04/2026

If you’re out and about on March 10th, make sure to stop by and check out the grand opening of the DD214 Rucksack Thrift Shop right here in Sarasota.

This amazing organization is dedicated to serving those who served by supporting local veterans in our community.

🗓 Grand Opening: March 10, 2026
📍 3675 Webber St, Sarasota, FL
🕛 Hours: 12 PM – 6 PM (Tuesday–Saturday)

You can help in a few simple ways:
✔️ Donate items
✔️ Shop for something you need
✔️ Volunteer your time

Every donation, purchase, and visit helps support local veterans.

Let’s show up for the people who showed up for us. 🇺🇸

📞 For more info: 941-928-5785

01/22/2026

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01/12/2026

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Make sure you check this out and vote. Many of our members are among the nominees.

SRQ: Sarasota's Premier Magazine is the monthly city magazine for Sarasota, Manatee and the Gulf Coast Keys. With vibrant features and engaging content, SRQ is the indispensable must-read for affluent boomers, professionals and active retirees.

01/12/2026

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12/12/2025

🎄 BNI Business by the Bay Christmas Party = Success! 🎉

Huge thanks to Alex at Pig Fish and Bernie, the GM of Calusa, for taking such great care of us tonight. Food was on point, service was smooth, and the whole vibe hit perfectly.

Great night with even better people. Proud to be part of this chapter!

10/08/2025

🚨BNI Business by the Bay Members & Friends!🚨
We’re getting together with our friends at BankUnited for a Mix & Mingle Open House Tour — and you’re invited! 🎉

📍 BankUnited Sarasota Branch
1575 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239
📅 Tuesday, October 21, 2025
🕔 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Come network with fellow professionals, enjoy refreshments, and tour the new Sarasota branch. This is a perfect after-hours chance to grow your connections and support a long-time partner of our chapter.

👉 RSVP by October 15th:
📧 rdavenport@bankunited.com

📞 (941) 334-4083

Let’s show some BNI energy and fill the room — remember, Givers Gain starts with showing up! 💪

10/08/2025

🌿 Join Us for a Special BNI-Partner Event! 🌿

Our friends at The Wellness Way South Sarasota are celebrating their Grand Opening — and our BNI Business by the Bay chapter will be there to show support and connect with other amazing local professionals!

📅 Thursday, October 17th, 2025
🕔 5–7 PM
📍 5602 Marquesas Cir, Suite 105, Sarasota, FL 34233

Enjoy healthy food, drinks, exclusive giveaways, and health talks — all while expanding your network with some of Sarasota’s best in business!

👉 Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit to RSVP!

Let’s represent BNI Business by the Bay and show some love to a growing local business! 💪🌴

10/07/2025

🚨 BNI Business by the Bay is Looking for an Estate Planning Attorney! 🚨

Are you (or someone you know) an Estate Planning Attorney looking to grow your business through quality referrals — not cold calls?

Come visit BNI Business by the Bay, Sarasota’s premier referral networking group. We’re a high-energy team of professionals who meet weekly to help each other grow — and we have an open seat for YOU.

🗓 When: Wednesdays @ 7:30 AM
📍 Where: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
☕️ Food & coffee provided (because great referrals start with caffeine).

Come network with local business owners, enjoy breakfast, and see why BNI members passed over $2.5 Million in referrals last year.

👉 Click here to visit and register:
https://bniswfl.com/fl-southwestern-bni-business-by-the-bay/en-US/visitorregistration?chapterId=1299