BNI: Crooked River Chapter - Cuyahoga Falls, OH

09/01/2026

Several members of BNI: Crooked River Chapter - Cuyahoga Falls, OH golfed in the Ohio Rubber Group late summer outing at Silver Lake Country Club today! It was a warm one, but fun was had by all!

08/28/2026

🎤 FEATURED SPEAKER: Sherry Harp | The Clean Girls

Yesterday at BNI Crooked River, we heard from Sherry Harp of The Clean Girls, whose story is a great reminder of what can happen when you finally decide to bet on yourself.

After years in physically demanding jobs, Sherry stopped talking about starting her own business and took the leap. Today, The Clean Girls provides residential and commercial cleaning throughout Summit, Stark and Portage Counties, including routine cleaning, deep cleaning, move-in/move-out services and customized cleaning.

🏠 Who’s a great referral for Sherry? Listen for someone saying:

• “My mother-in-law is coming Friday and this house needs help!”
• “We just bought a house and are completely overwhelmed.”
• “We need it cleaned before the listing photos.”
• “We need to prepare this property for the next tenant.”
• “Our business needs a dependable cleaning company.”

That’s your cue to say, “I’ve got someone for you!”

Sherry’s presentation was personal, funny and refreshingly real—and showed just how much pride she takes in giving her clients a clean, refreshed space and a little more peace of mind.

Learn more or request a free estimate from The Clean Girls or call 330-631-7028.

https://www.thecleangirlsohio.com/

08/20/2026

🎤 TODAY’S FEATURED SPEAKER: Matt Keller | Bayshore Insurance Agency

Today at BNI Crooked River, we heard from Matt Keller, owner of Bayshore Insurance Agency and learned a little about the person behind the business, too. Apparently, Matt was once voted “Most Adorable” by his high school class! 😄

After years of experience in insurance, lending, and the financial industry, Matt recently launched Bayshore Insurance Agency, bringing that experience together with one major priority: providing a better, more responsive client experience.

As an independent agent with access to multiple carriers, Matt can help clients find the right coverage for their needs, not simply the lowest price.

🏡 A great referral for Matt is someone who is:
• Buying or refinancing a home
• Adding a vehicle or new driver
• Getting married or divorced
• Moving, renovating, or purchasing a second home
• Frustrated with an unresponsive insurance agent
• Simply ready to review their current coverage

Matt especially enjoys working with mortgage lenders and other referral partners, and his request is simple: make the introduction. He’ll take it from there and work hard to make both the client and the person who referred them look good.

One of the best takeaways from Matt’s presentation:

“Early introductions create more time to solve problems.”

So, who do you know going through one of those life changes or who simply deserves a more responsive insurance agent? That could be a great introduction to Matt Keller and Bayshore Insurance Agency!


Matt Keller Matt Keller Insurance Agency

08/14/2026

🎉 WELCOME TO BNI CROOKED RIVER!

We're excited to welcome our newest member, Matthew Burks of NextGen Junk Removal, to the Crooked River Chapter!

Matthew joins us in the Real Estate Services – Junk Removal classification and is ready to be a great resource for our members, their clients, and our community.

Whether it's clearing out a property, tackling unwanted clutter, or helping get a space ready for its next chapter, keep Matthew and NextGen Junk Removal in mind when you hear someone say, “I just need to get rid of all this stuff!”

📧 [email protected]

Please join us in giving Matthew a warm Crooked River welcome! We’re glad to have you as part of the chapter.

08/14/2026

📡 BNI Crooked River Featured Speaker Spotlight: Jacquelyn Minor | Spectrum Business

This week, our chapter heard from Jacquelyn Minor with Spectrum Business, who started her presentation with a question every business owner can relate to:

“Has anyone here ever lost a sale?”

When your business depends on internet connectivity, downtime can quickly mean lost revenue.

Jacquelyn shared how reliable connectivity impacts businesses of all kinds—from bars and restaurants that need TVs and point-of-sale systems running during a packed game, to boutiques processing payments, home-based businesses uploading large files, and professional offices that simply can’t afford to be offline.

Her focus with Spectrum Business is on helping businesses find the right combination of reliability, backup options, useful features, and cost savings for their specific needs.

💡 A great referral for Jacquelyn: bars, restaurants, retail stores, boutiques, professional offices, property managers, home-based businesses, and other small businesses where internet downtime can bring business to a halt.

And you don’t have to sell Spectrum for her—a great referral is simply an introduction!

Thank you, Jacquelyn, for a great presentation and for reminding us just how important staying connected is to keeping business moving.

08/12/2026

Another great Podcast from BNI! Podcast #955. Vision Without Ex*****on Is Wishful Thinking. Many core values are covered in this podcast. Tell us what was your takeaway?

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6jCvftyI5OqBvh9bRv62Pf?si=c1a33a902e1d45f1

08/07/2026

Congratulations, Ginger E. Cook!

Congratulations to our Club 100 members!

Anna Greenwald (1 For All)
Archana Nayer (Allstar Business Exchange)
Carter Clark (1 For All)
Catrice Williams (I-480)
Csilla Smith (Independence)
Ginger Cook (Crooked River)
Johnetta Bell (1 For All)
Kim Kitchen (True North Networkers)
Maria Raymond (1 For All)
Michelle Burke (Chagrin Business Connectors)
Michelle Greenert (Success Squared)
Morgan McClain (1 For All)
Shawn Wilson (Elite Professionals)
Sway Cooper (Allstar Business Exchange)
Tanay Hill (Premier Business Builders)
Tera Somogyi (1 For All)
Terri Healey (True North Networkers)
Yolanda Albergottie (I-480)

Based on the July Power of One Report, reflecting PALMS data from February 1, 2026 – July 31, 2026.

08/06/2026

🎤 This Week's Featured Speaker: Dave Hannan, CB&M Painting

"Customers remember more than the paint. They remember the communication and the way they felt."

This morning, Dave Hannan, owner of CB&M Painting, shared what has helped him build a trusted painting business over nearly 30 years: quality craftsmanship, honest communication, and treating every customer's home with respect.

Named after his children, CB&M Painting reflects the values that drive Dave's business—family, integrity, and pride in every project.

While the company now focuses exclusively on interior painting, Dave emphasized that a great paint job is about more than changing a wall color. He takes a complete-room approach, considering how walls, ceilings, trim, flooring, windows, and cabinetry work together to create a cohesive finished space. One of his specialties is cabinet refinishing, giving kitchens and other spaces a beautiful new look without the cost of full cabinet replacement.

One message stood out throughout Dave's presentation: people remember the experience long after the paint dries. Clear communication, reliability, and attention to detail are just as important as the finished product.

🎯 A great referral for Dave includes:
• New homeowners looking to personalize their space
• Homeowners preparing to sell
• Anyone interested in refinishing kitchen or bathroom cabinets
• Business owners updating commercial interiors
• Anyone who values quality workmanship and excellent communication

Dave isn't looking for a sales pitch—just an introduction. From there, he'll take the time to understand the project and determine the best solution.

Thank you, Dave, for reminding us that lasting success isn't just about the finished product—it's about the trust, relationships, and experience you create along the way. 👏

Dave Hannan

08/05/2026

Our own, Vic Ing did a great job with his presentation today! 💥

Send a message to learn more

08/05/2026

"Treat BNI like your best client."
A nugget from my morning walk and BNI Podcast #954- Protect Your Network

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2dDKJdDrkBKmZ875KQb2a9?si=36d88bf42f2d47e4

Listen and tell us your takeaway! Happy Wednesday!