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Jankarl Farrugia, member of the BNI Verdala Chapter in Sliema, has accepted a seat on BNI’s International Board of Advisers (IBOA). BNI (Business Network International) is the world’s largest business referral organisation, with over 150,000 members spread in over 6,300 chapters in more than 50 countries.
Mr Farrugia was recommended by Malta BNI director David Bullock. This distinction is due to Mr Farrugia’s history as an enthusiastic founding member and leader of the BNI Verdala Chapter.
Mr Bullock said Mr Farrugia was an outstanding person to contribute to the IBOA, adding that he “brings charm, diplomacy, gravitas and a great sense of humour to BNI”.
Mr Farrugia is general manager of Regus Malta. Regus is a leading provider of pioneering workspace solutions, including fully-equipped offices, professional meeting and training rooms and business lounges.
Prior to working with Regus, Mr Farrugia had a successful career in the hotel industry.
Malta BNI was launched in March 2011 and currently has four chapters. During this time, Mr Farrugia has served as the Verdala Chapter’s first president (two terms) and as current Chapter Ambassador. He has a great reputation for effectively bringing visitors and also offers his guidance to other chapters in Malta.
Founded in California in 1985 by Ivan Misner, BNI’s mission is to help members increase their business through a structured, positive and professional word-of-mouth programme that enables them to develop long-term, meaningful relationships with quality business professionals.
BNI’s philosophy builds upon the idea of Givers Gain, which means that business professionals who give referrals to others will get referrals from others. Last year alone, the organisation passed a total of 7.1 million referrals worldwide, amounting to €2.5 billion in business for its members.
BNI’s IBOA exists to address policy issues relating to BNI. It is made up from experienced BNI members worldwide.
The purpose of the IBOA is to ensure that there is open communication between membership and BNI Headquarters.