What we’re about
Nanaimo Executives Association (NEA) – Trusted Business Connections
Private Referral Network | Weekly Monday Lunches | Long-Term Relationships
Welcome to the Nanaimo Executives Association (NEA) — a professional business group built on referrals, trust, and meaningful relationships.
Founded in 1971, NEA is a private, member-driven organization where each member represents a unique business category. With no competing industries in the room, members focus on building lasting connections and exchanging high-quality referrals with confidence.
### What We Offer:
- Weekly Monday lunch meetings at the Nanaimo Golf Club — a scenic, welcoming environment for meaningful business networking
- A trusted network of established local businesses across a wide range of industries
- Structured, efficient meetings featuring business updates, rotating member spotlights, and genuine referral sharing
- A proven system for long-term growth, accountability, and results
### Membership Details:
- Quarterly dues are $375, which includes all weekly lunches
- All prospective members must be vetted and approved before joining
- Only one member per business category is permitted — no exceptions
(This ensures exclusivity and clarity in referrals, as outlined in our bylaws)
### Who Should Join:
We’re looking for business owners, professionals, and decision-makers who:
- Value relationship-based referrals over cold leads
- Are committed to showing up, contributing, and growing with a strong, loyal network
- Represent a business category that is currently open and unfilled
Some business categories we’re actively looking to fill include:
- IT support & cybersecurity
- Plumbing services
- HVAC & refrigeration
- Pest control
- Cleaning services (residential or commercial)
- Security systems & alarm monitoring
- Custom cabinetry or millwork
- Printing & signage
- Courier or delivery services
- Solar energy or renewable systems
- Photography & videography
- Event rentals or AV services
- Pet services (grooming, boarding, training)
- Waste disposal or bin rentals
- Architectural or drafting services
- Interior design or home staging
If your category is open and you’re serious about growing your business through trusted referrals, NEA could be a great fit.
### Want to Visit?
Guests are welcome to attend a meeting by invitation.
To learn more or inquire about available categories, visit www.neanetworking.com or send us a message here.
