Building Relationships That Accelerate Success
For over 50 years, the Nanaimo Executives Association has connected respected business leaders in Nanaimo through a trusted, non-competing executive networking group.
Members come together to:
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Exchange strategic insights with experienced executives
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Build trusted referral relationships
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Connect regularly with local decision-makers
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Form meaningful, long-term business partnerships
With exclusive membership by business category, NEA provides a structured and collaborative business networking environment that supports professional growth, credibility, and sustained business success in Nanaimo.
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Established in the 1960s
The Oldest Networking Association In Nanaimo
Established in the early 1960s, the Nanaimo Executives Association is highly selective network built on trust, credibility, and meaningful connections. As a member, you’re connected to the worldwide Executive Association Movement, linking you to professionals in over 100 major cities and six countries. Members gain the chance to spark new ideas, build powerful relationships, and tap into business opportunities on a global scale.
Membership Benefits
GENUINE CONNECTIONS
Grow with a network of reputable executives who support each other.
QUALITY REFERRALS
Active participation transforms relationships into revenue.
EXCLUSIVE MEMBERSHIP
One firm per category keeps the network non-competing and focused.
GLOBAL REACH
Access global opportunities through the International Executives Association.
I was looking for a place to get the word out that I have a business. With NEA I have been able to meet new people in the community and get new clients.
Cindy Bartlett, CEO
Brilliant Business Solutions
Featured Member
Casey Bartlett
Bowen Automotive Repair
Committed To Customer Satisfaction
My name is Casey Bartlett. I’ve been a mechanic for over thirty years. Bowen Auto Repair is committed to making sure that our customers are satisfied. With a high level of professionalism, we wil take the time to explain to you the diagnosis process of maintaining your vechicle at our shop.
Also, with all of our oil changes, you get a trainedtechnician performing your oil change, as well as an inspection of your brakes, exhaust, fluids, lights, suspension etc, and if you require a tire rotation that is included in the inspection as well. Give us a call 250-753-9300 or stop by in person, we’re located at 1703A Bowen Rd, Nanaimo, BC.
Register As A Guest
Join us as a guest speaker at an NEA lunch meeting and share your expertise, insights, or innovative ideas with a network of trusted business leaders. Fill out the form to apply or email us.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Membership is by invitation only. However, membership is limited to one firm in each business or professional classification, and should a prospective member learn of an “open” classification, he or she may make an application for that classification. All applications are reviewed by NEA Board Members prior to acceptance.
NEA members are vetted, high-level decision makers, business owners, and executives from respected Nanaimo-based companies. They bring expertise across a range of industries and are committed to building trusted relationships, exchanging business opportunities, and contributing to the growth of their peers.
To attend regularly scheduled meetings. To discover and pursue practical ways you can assist other members. To encourage, solicit and receive business from member firms. To provide business to other member firms whenever possible. To provide information and assistance to other member firms when requested. To give leads and to act upon leads received from other members. Find out more.
Past Featured Guests
Join Us Every Monday
Join us for lunch every Monday in the Mt. Benson lounge, located on the second floor of the Nanaimo Golf Club.
Location
Nanaimo Golf Club
2800 Highland Blvd,
Nanaimo, BC, V9S 3N8
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