BNI San Diego Podcast
Welcome to the BNI San Diego Podcast, the show where we bring you valuable insights and advice from some of the most successful business leaders and entrepreneurs in the San Diego area, and BNI Globally.
Join our host, Ed Wilson, as he interviews a variety of guests, from seasoned business owners to up-and-coming entrepreneurs, to uncover the secrets of their success. From marketing and branding to networking and business strategy, we'll cover it all.
Whether you're a small business owner looking to grow your company or an entrepreneur just starting out, the BNI San Diego Podcast has something for everyone. With expert advice and practical tips you can put into action right away, you'll be on your way to achieving your business goals in no time.
So tune in to the BNI San Diego Podcast and get ready to take your business to the next level.
Episodes
101 episodes
Episode 101 – Running Through the Tape: How to Finish the Year Strong in BNI & Business
In this episode, Executive Director Ed Wilson is joined by Andy Cruz of Cruz Productions for a deep dive into finishing the year strong - in BNI, in business, and in life.Ed and Andy discuss:Why the fundamentals of BNI are the key...
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Episode 101
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🎉 EPISODE 100! | Reflections, Lessons & What's Next for BNI San Diego 🎉
We made it! This is our 100th episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast — and we're taking a moment to celebrate, reflect, and share what we've learned from our amazing journey so far.Hosted by Executive Director Ed Wilson, this solo episode...
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Episode 100
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Episode 99 – Navigating the Trust Recession & Building Authentic Relationships
In this episode, Executive Director Ed Wilson sits down with Corryn Kivett of Evolution Room to explore the concept of a Trust Recession — what it is, how it affects business, and how you can overcome it.Corryn shares powerful insights ...
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Episode 99
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Episode 98 – Leadership, Business Development & Creating Space for Growth
In this episode, Executive Director Ed Wilson sits down with Elizabeth Hughes, President of BNI Carmel Valley (San Diego’s largest chapter) and Director of Business Development for her pest control company — better known to many as The Bug Girl...
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Episode 98
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35:30
Episode 97 – Leadership, Givers Gain & The Ripple Effect
In this episode, Executive Director Ed Wilson sits down with Joe Mendoza — commercial real estate professional, president of BNI Referral Revolution, and author of Flex with a Plex.Joe shares his journey of:✅ Building a loyal networ...
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Episode 97
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35:48
Episode 96 - Selling Through the Room, Not To the Room
In this episode, we sit down with Doug Means, a 23-year BNI veteran, to dive deep into one of the most important concepts for building lasting success in BNI: the difference between selling THROUGH the room vs. selling TO the room.Doug ...
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Episode 96
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Episode 95 - What Do You Need Me to Be Right Now?
In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode, Ed and Andy explore a powerful leadership and relationship-building concept: “What do you need me to be for you right now—friend, boss, mentor, or brother?” Inspired by real-life experiences and ...
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Episode 95
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Episode 94 - Leadership That Builds Business: Growth, Delegation & The Power of Showing Up 🚀👥
In this jam-packed episode, host Ed Wilson is joined by two powerhouse leaders – Ray Falvey and David Jacobson - to talk about what really happens when you step into leadership at BNI.If you think leadership is just for “other people,” ...
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Episode 94
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Episode 93 - Mental Health, Community & the Power of Showing Up Authentically 🧠💬
In this powerful episode, host Ed Wilson sits down with returning guest Dr. Jacintha “Dr. Jaz” Roemer, acupuncturist and holistic health practitioner, to tackle a topic too often left out of the business conversation: mental health.From...
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Episode 93
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Episode 92 - No Shortcuts to Success
In this powerful and passionate episode, Ed and Andy go deep on a game-changing mindset for business and BNI success: “You can’t cheat the work.” Drawing inspiration from Kobe Bryant’s legendary work ethic, they explore how consistency, prepara...
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Episode 92
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Episode 91 - Opening the Box: Unlocking the Full Potential of Your BNI Membership 🧱✨
Most BNI members think it's just about getting referrals...but what if there’s 900 million more ways to build success?In this inspiring episode, host Ed Wilson sits down with Peter Carlseen, real estate broker and BNI Director Consultan...
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Episode 91
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Episode 90 - Traditions + Innovations: Rethinking How We Train for Success 🚀
In this dynamic episode, host Ed Wilson welcomes Ray Falvey, Area Director and web developer for authors, to dive into a powerful conversation on training that works—by blending time-tested traditions with modern innovation.Whether you'...
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Episode 90
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Episode 89 - Intentionality & Goal Setting for Real Business Growth 🎯
In this empowering episode, we sit down with David Jacobson, BNI Area Director and seasoned business insurance expert, to explore the game-changing power of intentionality—in business, in goal setting, and in life.We dig deep into how b...
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Episode 89
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Episode 88 - My BNI Story with Reuven Politi
In this special "My BNI Story" edition of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed sits down with the energetic and inspiring Reuven Politi, owner of an HVAC company and proud member of BNI Carmel Valley. From hesitantly attending his first meeting under ...
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Episode 88
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Episode 87 - Mastering the Referral Ask in Tough Industries
In this insightful episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, hosts Ed and Andy dive deep into one of the most challenging aspects of BNI membership: how to effectively generate referrals in industries where the ask isn't so straightforward. Whether...
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Episode 86 - A Conference Recap with Abbie
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Abbie Wilson, a 13 - year - old powerhouse and the official Celebration Coordinator of BNI San Diego. Abbie, daughter of Executive Director Ed Wilson, shares her fresh and fearless perspective on atte...
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Episode 86
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Episode 85 - Foundation Is Good for Your Business!
Welcome to the BNI San Diego Podcast! Our Guest this week is my long-time friend and colleague, Kevin Barber. Kevin is a 20-year ED in Germany South-West with 50 Chapters and over 1400 members, and his region has generated $1.2 billion in close...
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Episode 85
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Episode 84 - BNI Prosperity Freedom and Wealth
In this powerful episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, recorded live from Houston, Texas at the 2025 BNI National Conference, host Ed sits down with longtime friend and co - executive director of BNI San Francisco Bay Area, Mike Macedonio
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Episode 84
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20:27
Episode 83 - BNI Foundation and Business Voices
Welcome to the BNI San Diego Podcast! Our Special Guest this week is my long-time friend and colleague, David Kauffman. David is the Managing Director for the BNI Delaware Valley Regions, which consist of three regions: Philadelphia, Harrisburg...
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Episode 83
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13:26
Accelerate Your BNI Membership Through AI
Welcome to the BNI San Diego Podcast! Today’s Special Guest is my long-time friend and colleague, Mike Barbieri. Mike is the BNI Executive Director for three regions in Georgia and a seasoned technology entrepreneur. With over 30 ye...
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Episode 82
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Infinite Legacy with Dr. Ivan Misner
Welcome to the BNI San Diego Podcast! I am joined today by my Mentor and Friend, Dr. Ivan Misner, the Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, the world’s largest referral networking organization. With decades of experience in networki...
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Episode 81
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Episode 80 - Maximizing Your Membership!
Welcome to the BNI San Diego Podcast! Today, we are joined by my long-time Friend/Colleague and Inspiring Mentor, Patti Salvucci. Patti was an Executive Director for BNI Massachusetts for 25 years. Upon retiring, Patti had 100 chapters and over...
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Episode 80
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Episode 79 - Instant Access: Your Business Docs, Anytime!
Welcome to the BNI San Diego Podcast! My special guest today is Ina Masten, a Fractional CFO and Trusted Advisor with an extensive background as a Controller and CFO. With 55 years of experience in San Diego, Ina has spent her career helping bu...
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Episode 79
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Episode 78 - Why Sponsoring = More Received Revenue for BNI Members!
Welcome to the BNI San Diego Podcast! I’m so excited about today's special guest, Dawn Lyons, who is also a great friend, mentor, and colleague with BNI in the San Francisco Bay area. As a referral marketing expert, Dawn is the co-o...
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Episode 78
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Episode 77 - Leveraging The Power of Why!!!
Welcome to the BNI San Diego Podcast! Today, I’m joined by my good friend and colleague Kamryn Reynolds from BNI Tampa. Kamryn Reynolds is the owner of Articulate Advantage, a communications coaching firm that helps business professionals devel...
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Episode 77
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