Rick Itzkowich, founder of 501 Connections, Inc., a San Diego-based business, networking, and referrals coaching company, has been accepted into the Forbes Coaches Council, an invitation-only community for leading business and career coaches.

Rick joins other Forbes Coaches Council official members, who are hand-selected, to become part of a curated network of successful peers and get access to a variety of exclusive benefits and resources, including the opportunity to submit thought leadership articles and short tips on industry-related topics for publishing on Forbes.com.

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“It’s a distinct honor to be recognized and accepted by Forbes Coaches Council,” said Rick. “Forbes is one of the world’s leading business brands. My involvement in the organization and association with the members of its community will help 501 Connections further strengthen its leadership role in the industry.”

 

Forbes Councils combines an innovative, high-touch approach to community management perfected by the team behind Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) with the extensive resources and global reach of Forbes. As a result, Forbes Council members get access to the people, benefits and expertise they need to grow their businesses — and a dedicated member concierge who acts as an extension of their own team, providing personalized one-on-one support.

Scott Gerber, founder of Forbes Councils, says, “We are honored to welcome Rick into the community. Our mission with Forbes Councils is to curate successful professionals from every industry, creating a vetted, social capital-driven network that helps every member make an even greater impact on the business world.”

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Click here to view the April 4, 2017 online press release in its entirety.