The Referral Wave

Host Tony Cross sits down with Travis Cairns, owner of a Hire a Hubby franchise on the Sunshine Coast, to talk about his business journey and recent success in winning a Queensland award. Travis shares how joining BNI in April 2022 helped him build professional connections, generate referrals, and grow his handyman services. They dive into the importance of one-to-one meetings, following up on ref...

Host Tony Cross sits down with Reid Capp from LJ Hooker Commercial Sunshine Coast to explore how BNI networking has fueled his success in commercial real estate. From property valuation to industrial sales and leasing on the Sunshine Coast, Reid shares how BNI opened doors, built connections, and sharpened his professional skills. Hear how the power of BNI drives growth and lasting business succes...

In Ep 28 of The Referral Wave, host Tony Cross speaks with Lisa Kimmitt from The Carers Project. Lisa shares how BNI has helped her grow her business, build meaningful connections, and create new opportunities through the power of networking and caring relationships.

Host Tony Cross sits down with artist Ilana McBain to talk about turning creativity into connection through BNI. From family portraits to charity collaborations, Ilana shares how building strong relationships has helped her grow her business, expand into wholesale, and launch new projects with purpose.

Host Tony Cross welcomes Ashton Wood of DV Safe Phone to explore how BNI’s structured networking drives both business success and social impact. From supporting survivors of domestic violence to building strong professional communities, this episode highlights the real power of purpose-driven connection.

Host Tony Cross chats with Sian McNamara about how BNI helped her grow her property law firm, build genuine connections, and expand her team across Queensland. Sian also shares powerful insights into wills & estates law, and why authenticity matters in business.

In this episode, host Tony Cross welcomes Stretan Stojiljkovic, who shares how building trust through BNI has helped grow his business as a mortgage broker. From lead generation to client satisfaction, Stretan highlights how strong relationships and consistent communication make all the difference.

A must-listen for anyone looking to build long-term success through trust and connection! Host Tony Cross chats with marketing consultant Courtney Angel about the power of collaboration, transparency, and building strong business relationships through BNI. From visitor to committed member, Courtney shares how BNI has helped her grow her network, her business, and her team.

Tony Cross is joined by Peter Pilt of Freedom Broadband to explore how local service, personalised support, and strong BNI connections are driving real results for Sunshine Coast businesses. Discover how putting people first—both in telecom and networking—can lead to long-term success.

In this episode of The Referral Wave, host Tony Cross chats with Sam Ezzy of Peak Escapes about how her travel business not only survived COVID-19 but came back stronger than ever. Sam shares how the power of referrals, relationships, and the BNI community helped her navigate tough times, embrace innovation, and grow a resilient business. Tune in now to get inspired and learn how strong networks c...

Host Tony Cross chats with Neal Connelly about turning everyday promo items into brand-building magic. With four decades in the game and plenty of BNI wins under his belt, Neal shares how the right giveaway (and the right network) can open unexpected doors.

From pest control to people power! Alex Bagenal of Action Termite Solutions shares how BNI helped her build a thriving business based on education, trust, and strong referrals. Host Tony Cross dives into how Alex turned a side hustle into a growing enterprise—one termite station at a time.

Host Tony Cross chats with Brent Edwards about why BNI is way more than a weekly meeting. From building global connections to treating BNI like a full-blown marketing strategy, Brent shares how to unlock real business growth through intentional networking and consistent action.

In this special episode, host Tony Cross speaks with Pauline Marcoux from the BNI Foundation about how BNI members are making a real impact—one child, one school, one community at a time.

Tony chats with Jamie Bennett from Cartoplan about turning the stress of moving into a seamless, high-value service — powered by the golden connections of BNI.

In this episode, Kyle Nielsen of The Ageing Sea joins host Tony Cross to share how building strong relationships through BNI leads to real business results. From trust-built referrals to the power of community, Kyle unpacks what makes networking work.

From polishing cars to polishing business skills—Glyn Morgan of Clean Getaway Detailing shares with Tony Cross how BNI helped turbocharge his growth, build solid connections, and keep the referrals rolling. Trust, teamwork, and a shiny finish every time!

From café dreams to community schemes, Murray Boyton spills the beans to Tony Cross on launching Mulberry Lane, running heart-filled programs with Rhythm Initiative, and the magic of giving back through BNI. It’s business with purpose—and a whole lot of passion!

In this episode, Tony Cross chats with Rebecca Robinson from Coast & Country Legal about how BNI helped her grow her business through authentic relationships, referrals, and community support. A great listen for anyone looking to grow through connection and consistency.

Discover with Tony Cross how Kylie Kis turned relationships into real estate success! From first-time homebuyers to $28,000 referrals, her story shows the power of BNI connections.

Discover how BNI power drives HR success with Rebecca Wright on The Referral Wave Ep 10. From a two-person startup to a thriving consultancy, Rebecca shares with Tony Cross vital HR insights for small businesses and the importance of strong networking!

From Dog Trainer to Amazon Bestseller! Discover with Tony Cross how Sarah Rutten used strategic networking to grow her business globally and land a #1 bestseller.

The Referral Wave Ep 8 with host Tony Cross and guest Petals Waite – Discover how trusted referrals turned a real estate business into a powerhouse with BNI. Learn the power of "Givers Gain" and building lasting relationships for sustainable success.

Boost your business with smart digital strategies! Join host Tony Cross as he chats with Robert Scanlon from Suncoast Digital on building trust, mastering SEO, and leveraging networking for success.

Discover how the O'Leary family transformed their automotive business through BNI networking. From leadership roles to building lasting relationships, Kaitlyn O'Leary shares with Tony Cross insights into long-term success.