The most successful chapters have fully trained members who strategically work together. That starts with every member stepping into a role.
Why?
Because taking on a role isn’t just about helping your chapter run smoothly—it’s one of the fastest ways to build your credibility and visibility. Members who actively contribute tend to generate more referrals, build stronger relationships, and see better results.
What’s Expected?
✅ Take on a role within your chapter.How to Get Started
The chart below shows which BNI Academy course to complete before attending your in-person or virtual role training workshop.
Part 1 (50%): Complete Pre-Learning for your specific role on BNI Academy
Part 2 (50%): Register and Attend the facilitated workshop for your role using the links below. Learn and connect with other members!
Updated April 6, 2026
| Chapter Roles | BNI Academy | Online Workshop Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter Success Meeting (CSM) President, Vice President, Secretary Treasurer, Membership Committee, and all Coordinators. |
Included in primary course for role. ONLY REQUIRED ONCE PER TERM | Next in Fall 2026 |
| Chapter Success Meeting (CSM) President, Vice President, Secretary Treasurer, Membership Committee, and all Coordinators. BNI Academy: Included in primary course for role. ONLY REQUIRED ONCE PER TERM Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| Leadership Executive Team | ||
| President | 1. BNI Leadership Course 2. Presidents Leadership Training |
Next in Fall 2026 |
| President
BNI Academy: 1. BNI Leadership Course 2. Presidents Leadership Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| Vice President | 1. BNI Leadership Course 2. Vice Presidents Leadership Training |
Next in Fall 2026 |
| Vice President
BNI Academy: 1. BNI Leadership Course 2. Vice Presidents Leadership Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| Secretary Treasurer | 1. BNI Leadership Course 2. Secretary/Treasurers Leadership Training |
Next in Fall 2026 |
| Secretary Treasurer
BNI Academy: 1. BNI Leadership Course 2. Secretary/Treasurers Leadership Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| Membership Committee | ||
| MC Member Relations | Member Relations Specialists Training | Next in Fall 2026 |
| MC Member Relations
BNI Academy: Member Relations Specialists Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| MC Quality Assurance | Quality Assurance Specialists Training | Next in Fall 2026 |
| MC Quality Assurance
BNI Academy: Quality Assurance Specialists Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| MC Community Builder | Community Builder Specialists Training | Next in Fall 2026 |
| MC Community Builder
BNI Academy: Community Builder Specialists Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| MC Member Engagement | Member Engagement Specialists Training | Next in Fall 2026 |
| MC Member Engagement
BNI Academy: Member Engagement Specialists Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| All other roles | ||
| Communication Coordinator | 1. Using Social Media for Your Chapter 2. Inviting Visitors through Social Media |
Next in Fall 2026 |
| Communication Coordinator
BNI Academy: 1. Using Social Media for Your Chapter 2. Inviting Visitors through Social Media Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| Education Coordinator | Education Coordinator's Leadership Training | Next in Fall 2026 |
| Education Coordinator
BNI Academy: Education Coordinator's Leadership Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| Event Coordinator | Events Coordinator Leadership Training | Next in Fall 2026 |
| Event Coordinator
BNI Academy: Events Coordinator Leadership Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| Mentor Coordinators & Passport Member Mentor | Mentor Coordinators Leadership Training | Next in Fall 2026 |
| Mentor Coordinators & Passport Member Mentor
BNI Academy: Mentor Coordinators Leadership Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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| Visitor Host Team | Visitor Hosts' Leadership Training | Next in Fall 2026 |
| Visitor Host Team
BNI Academy: Visitor Hosts' Leadership Training Online Workshop Registration: Next in Fall 2026 |
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