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
130 episodes
Episode 130 – It feels like AI Is Taking Over… But This Will Set You Apart | with Corryn Kivett
AI is everywhere in 2026…But the real question is: What makes YOU irreplaceable? In this powerful episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with human behavior expert Corryn Kivett to unpack the truth about AI, automation, a...
Episode 129 – Why Your Appearance Is Costing You Business | Dress for Success & First Impressions w/ Toby Copeland
Are you losing business… because of how you show up? In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with Toby Copeland, owner of Pearce Bespoke San Diego, to break down how your appearance, wardrobe, and first impression directly imp...
Episode 128 – Instagram Isn’t About Followers (It’s About Sales) | Social Media Strategy That Actually Converts w/ Alaisja Rodrigues
If your social media isn’t generating real business… you’re focusing on the wrong metrics. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, host Andy Cruz sits down with Instagram strategist Alaisja Rodrigues (Social Girl Marketing) to...
Episode 127 – Creators Roundtable: Why Your Social Media Isn’t Working and How to Fix It in 2026
If your social media isn’t bringing you business… it’s not the platform. It’s the strategy. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, host Andy Cruz sits down with digital marketing expert Danny Quesada to break down exac...
Episode 126 - What if the real value of networking isn’t referrals… but who you become in the process?
In this powerful episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with men’s life coach Soleiman Bolour to uncover the hidden, intangible benefits of BNI that most members overlook. From personal growth and confidence to deeper relation...
Episode 125 - Thinking About Leaving BNI? Watch This First (Why Most Members Quit Too Early) | Jenn Edwards
Have you ever thought about leaving BNI? You’re not alone — and that might be exactly why you need to hear this. In this powerful episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Jenn Edwards joins Ed Wilson to share her r...
Episode 124 - Are You Wasting Your BNI Membership? How to Maximize Referrals & ROI
Are you getting everything you should out of your BNI membership… or just scratching the surface? In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with Elizabeth Hughes (aka “The Bug Girl”) to break down h...
Episode 123 – Why You're Not Getting Referrals (And How to Fix It) | BNI Follow-Up Secrets with Sean Hoptar
If you're not getting referrals in your business… it might not be your network. It might be your follow-up. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with Sean Hoptar, escrow officer and BNI Carmel Valley member, to ...
Episode 122 – How to Handle Conflict in Business | BNI Leadership Lessons with Alex Peterson-Cross
Conflict is inevitable in business, leadership, and even networking groups — but how you handle it determines the success of your relationships and your organization. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Executive Director ...
Episode 121 – How BNI Changed My Life | Ed Wilson ’ s Journey from Small Business Owner to BNI San Diego Executive Director
What does it take to build a life and career around relationships, service, and referrals? In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, host Jenn Edwards sits down with Ed Wilson, Executive Director of BNI San Diego, to share the ...
Episode 120 – Building Confidence, Credibility & Referrals Through Relationships
What does it really take to grow a business through referrals? In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed Wilson sits down with Cecilia Schreiber for a powerful conversation about confidence, connection, and building credibility in...
Episode 119 – The Power of Relationships in Business (27 Years of BNI Wisdom w/ John Lisle)
What if the secret to long-term business success isn’t marketing… but relationships?In this powerful episode, Ed Wilson sits down with John Lisle, former Executive Director of two BNI regions and a 27-year BNI veteran, to unpack why rel...
Episode 118 – How BNI Is Leveling Up in 2026: Launch, Fill, Retain & Tell Better Stories
In this strategic and future-focused episode, Ed Wilson is joined by Andy Cruz for an inside look at what’s coming next for BNI San Diego — and how members can position themselves for their strongest year yet. T...
Episode 117 – Cybersecurity, AI & Scaling your business w/ Tommy Thornton
From being invited for 24 months… to building a business that now spans 26 states and 3 countries — Tommy Thornton, founder of Automates, joins us to share how BNI became the single most transformative factor in his company’s meteoric rise.&nbs...
Episode 116 - Get Uncomfortable, Grow Big: Confidence, Leadership & Legacy w/ Cameron Robinson
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Cameron Robinson, President of one of San Diego’s fastest-growing BNI chapters—BNI Carmel Valley—to hear his vulnerable, hilarious, and energizing story of transformation. &nb...
Episode 115 – Creators Roundtable: Visibility, Confidence & Content That Converts in 2026
In this action-packed and encouraging episode, host Andy Cruz is joined by BNI members and media pros Jennie Edwards and Gavin Ha for a no-fluff conversation about what it takes to thrive in today's content-driven ...
Episode 114 – The Next Generation of Givers Gain
What happens when the future of BNI shows up early? You get conversations like this. Recorded live on the final day of the BNI Global Convention 2025 in Sydney, this episode features a heartwarming and insightful int...
Episode 113 – Business Karma, Global Impact & the Heart of BNI
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...
Episode 112 – Who’s In Your Room? Trust, Mental Health & The Power of Intentional Connection
Live from the BNI Global Convention 2025 in Sydney, this episode features a rich and heartfelt conversation between Ed Wilson and Francois Garon, Executive Director of BNI Quebec and co-author of the French editio...
Episode 111– How You Show Up Matters: Presence, Perception & Professionalism
We’re back in Australia for part two with Kamryn Reynolds, recorded live at the BNI Global Convention in Sydney 🌏 In this follow-up to the powerful “What If It Works” conversation, Kamryn and Ed dive deep into how your...
Episode 110 – Stop Selling, Start Connecting: The Global Growth Mindset
Live from the BNI Global Convention in Sydney, Executive Director Ed Wilson reconnects with long-time friend and international BNI leader Antonio Afonso, who oversees BNI Centro (Portugal) and South Brazil. In t...
Episode 109 – One Year, One Chapter, One Global Opportunity
We’re back with another My BNI Story. This time from the BNI Global Convention in Sydney, Australia! Meet Faarooq Dean, a BNI member from Sydney’s Northwest Pendris region, who went from joining BNI just o...
Episode 108 – Global Connections, Rock & Roll Vibes, and Why BNI Is Bigger Than You Think
We’re coming to you from the BNI Global Convention in Sydney, Australia 🇦🇺 — and this episode is packed with energy, laughter, and global insight. Ed Wilson is joined by Chrisie & Bill Ballard, Executive Directors of BNI Sozona (Southern Ar...
Episode 107 – Why Be a Leader? From Local Chapter to Global Impact
We’re coming to you LIVE from the BNI Global Convention in Sydney, Australia 🌏 — where BNI leaders from over 70 countries gather to sharpen skills, share ideas, and grow together.This episode features a powerful conversation betwe...
Episode 106 – My BNI Story: From Starting Over to Standing Out w/ Jenn Edwards
In this heartfelt episode of My BNI Story, we sit down with Jenn Edwards — real estate professional, long-time BNI leader, and living proof that consistency, community, and a givers-gain mindset can transform your business and y...