We are thrilled to announce three outstanding professionals who are now part of our chapter BNI County Line Connections. Their addition enriches our networking ecosystem and unlocks new referral pathways for all members.
Meet the New Members
1. Joshua Johnson – Owner, Window Genie of Winter Garden – Clermont
Joshua Johnson leads Window Genie of Winter Garden – Clermont, offering professional window cleaning, pressure washing, gutter cleaning, soft washing, and exterior property cleaning services in the Central Florida region. With his local presence and service-oriented business, Joshua brings the home-services category into our chapter’s network—opening up referrals not only to homeowners but also to real‐estate professionals, property managers, commercial property owners, and others who need reliable exterior building maintenance.
2. Li‑Mor Raviv – Founder, Brainstorm Consulting (Orlando, FL)
Li-Mor Raviv brings expertise in tailored AI consulting that helps organizations embrace and thrive with AI, turning challenges into opportunities for our chapter. She is listed as a business consultant with Brainstorm Consulting in Orlando. Her skill set is especially valuable for members who need support in empowering businesses with AI-driven solutions that enhance efficiency, innovation, and decision-making—creating strong referral opportunities and strengthening the network. This is a key reason why Orlando entrepreneurs choose BNI County Line Connections, as members gain access to exceptional expertise and meaningful business growth support.
3. Eric Stikna – Founder & Lead, Stikna Photography (Central Florida)
Eric Stikna is a seasoned visual storyteller based in Central Florida. He specializes in real‐estate photography, drone footage, commercial photography, and content creation. With the demand for high‐quality visuals increasing in our marketplace, Eric’s presence means members can refer photography, drone, or video work—and also benefit from his services for their own branding and marketing materials.
Why Their Induction Matters
The introduction of Joshua, Li-Mor, and Eric enhances our chapter in a few key ways:
- Diverse industry coverage: These professionals fill different sectors—home services, business consulting/marketing, and visual media—broadening the range of referral opportunities.
- Value addition to the group: Each brings not just a business to receive referrals, but expertise that can uplift fellow members, whether through marketing strategy, high-end visuals, or property maintenance.
- Strengthened referral chain: Members who serve clients in industries related to their specialties can now confidently refer those clients to trusted professionals within our chapter. For example, a commercial realtor could refer a new listing to Eric for drone photography or to Joshua for exterior cleaning and pressure washing.
- Enhanced credibility and trust: Their joining signals that the chapter continues to attract high‐quality professionals committed to the referral process, which helps enforce the culture of trust and professionalism.
Why Join BNI County Line Connections?
For anyone in the Florida business community—especially around Central Florida—joining a strong BNI chapter like ours can transform your networking and growth strategy. Here’s how:
1. Structured referral environment
Networking groups are everywhere, but many lack structure. With BNI County Line Connections, you meet weekly, actively pass referrals, track accountability, and follow a proven process. This means you don’t just exchange business cards—you generate actionable leads.
2. Category exclusivity
When you join, your professional category becomes reserved—no competition inside the chapter. This gives you clarity and focus. For example, if you’re a financial advisor, you will be the designated financial advisor in the chapter—generating referrals rather than competing for them.
3. Multiplier effect on growth
Each connection you make doesn’t just yield one lead—it yields the potential for multiple. A lawyer passes a dentist; the dentist passes a property manager; the property manager passes the contractor you represent. Your network multiplies across industries.
4. Local market leverage
Florida is a unique business environment with real-estate growth, tourism, small business diversity, and strong residential expansion. Being part of a local chapter like BNI County Line Connections means you tap into specific regional opportunities—Central Florida, Winter Garden, Clermont, Oakland, and beyond. It’s not just national networking—it’s hyper-local impact.
5. Professional growth and elevation
Beyond referrals, you grow your communication skills, your 60-second commercial, your weekly engagement, your discipline. Being among other driven professionals pushes you to elevate your brand and service.
6. Visibility & trust boost
Being part of a recognized referral organization adds credibility. When you show up weekly, speak, present, refer, and are referred—you become a visible trusted professional in the Central Florida business community.
How New Members Benefit from Day One
For our new members—Joshua, Li-Mor & Eric—the benefits begin immediately:
- Instant access to the chapter’s network: These professionals now tap into existing relationships across 40+ industries in our chapter.
- Increased referral footprint: Joshua may receive referrals from realtors, interior designers, property managers; Li-Mor may gain clients from fellow business owners seeking marketing help; Eric may receive referrals from real-estate agents, commercial developers, event planners.
- Opportunity to add value: They can present their services in weekly meetings, share their expertise, position themselves as trusted advisors—not just service providers.
- Membership exclusivity and growth potential: With their profession secured in our category, they now have an advantage in building their business consistently through referrals.
Invitation to Prospective Members
Are you a business owner or professional in Central Florida looking to grow through referrals, connect with trusted peers, and unlock consistent lead generation? Here’s why you should consider joining BNI County Line Connections:
- Attend a guest meeting: Come as a visitor to a Thursday meeting and experience the energy, structure, and opportunity.
- Evaluate your category: Are you in a profession not yet represented? This could be your chance to lock in exclusivity.
- Bring your prepared pitch: Come ready to present what you do, who you serve, and what “referral” looks like for your business.
- Commit to give as well as receive: The culture of BNI emphasizes ‘Givers Gain’—when you give referrals, you receive referrals.
- Leverage the collective: The network you join becomes an extension of your sales and marketing team.
- Elevate your business brand: Stand among vetted, trusted professionals and let your name gain momentum within the network.
Final Thoughts
The addition of Joshua Johnson, Li-Mor Raviv, and Eric Stikna marks an important milestone for BNI County Line Connections. It reaffirms our commitment to excellence, diversity of industry representation, and impactful referrals.
Whether you’re an existing member looking to benefit from new referral channels, or a business professional thinking about joining, now is a great time to get involved, be present, and grow your business through structured referral networking. This is where the power of precision truly shines—helping you build meaningful connections, receive high-quality referrals, and scale your business with confidence.
If you’re ready to jump into a network where your business matters, where your category is protected, and where referrals become a consistent pipeline—reach out, attend a meeting as a guest, and explore how this community can work for you.
Welcome again to Joshua, Li-Mor and Eric! Let’s make 2025 your most connected, referred, and successful year yet.
FAQs – BNI County Line Connections New Member Announcement
1. How do the new members enhance referral opportunities within the chapter?
With Joshua (home services), Li-Mor (AI consulting), and Eric (photography & drone), our chapter now covers three highly requested categories. Their expertise expands our referral chain, allowing members to offer more solutions to clients and pass stronger, high-value referrals.
2. What benefits do new members receive immediately upon joining BNI County Line Connections?
New members gain instant access to our large network of trusted professionals, category exclusivity, weekly visibility opportunities, and the chance to grow their business through structured, high-quality referrals right from day one.
3. What industries can benefit most from the services offered by the new members?
Realtors, contractors, property managers, commercial developers, business owners, marketing agencies, and homeowners can directly benefit. Photography, AI consulting, and home-maintenance services support a wide range of industries across Central Florida, making referrals highly versatile.
4. How can a prospective member visit a meeting or join the chapter?
Professionals interested in joining can attend our Thursday meeting as a guest. Simply reach out to the chapter leadership team, confirm your industry category availability, prepare a short introduction about your business, and experience how BNI’s structured referral system can help you grow.
