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Benefits of Membership

Forbes Councils membership offers exclusive opportunities to:

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Meet Leaders in Your Industry

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Get Actionable Insights and Ideas

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Grow Professionally and Personally

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Publication Opportunities on Forbes.com

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LEADERSHIP COMMUNITIES

Connections

Forbes Councils are well-respected for their communities of senior leaders and executives. Our vetted members belong to industry-specific peer networks where they can make connections, share expertise, and grow professionally and personally.

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KNOWLEDGE SHARE

Visibility

Members get on-going opportunities to share their proven expertise in Forbes online. You can submit full-length articles with your byline, contribute to monthly roundup articles in Expert Panels, or upgrade to Premium for more publication options.

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EVENTS & COACHING

Growth

The Councils host a variety of virtual events and coaching opportunities to facilitate growth. Group events range from casual meetups to full keynote learning events. Coaching is delivered privately and customized to your unique goals.

What Are Members Saying

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Being a Premium Member of Forbes Technology Council provides opportunities to be creative, exchange ideas and provide valuable insights to the IT community - and these are just a few of the many benefits of being a member.

Rizwan Jan
VP, Chief Information Officer
The CNA Corporation

FORBES COUNCILS BENEFITS

More Member-Only Benefits

What else can you do with your membership? In addition to connections, visibility, and growth, Forbes Councils offer a variety of ways to showcase your expertise and amplify your reputation publicly and within your peer network.

Premium Membership

Want to share your expertise without writing? Upgrade to a Premium Membership. You get an interview, 3 done-for-you bylined articles, and company and professional bios to use anywhere.

Leader Program

Looking for a leadership opportunity? Apply to the Member Leader Program. If approved, you'll be an official leader of a Forbes Councils Group and get support to host your own events.

Press Releases

Share your news with high-quality, easy-to-use press release templates. Get the word out to 1,200 news sites at discounted prices through our member-exclusive partnership with PRWeb.

Member Badges

You'll get exclusive membership badges to use on your website and anywhere else professional reputation matters. Badges are updated annually to highlight your commitment to excellence.

Private Portal

The private portal automatically updates your home feed with relevant discussions and messages. You also get direct access to Groups, upcoming events, and editorial support for articles.

Executive Profile

Your executive profile page actively showcases your articles, Expert Panel contributions, professional bio, company info, and preferred social media in a publicly searchable location.

Member Directory

The fastest way to make connections is through the member directory. You can see photos, bios, articles, Expert Panels, and Groups. You can follow members or connect directly via chat.

Interactive Groups

Groups explore specific topics and interests, whether professional or personal. These lively subcommunities are a great way to connect through fun events and dedicated Expert Panels.

Mobile App

The clean mobile app interface helps you make a connection, respond to a chat, contribute to an Expert Panel, give feedback on an article, or share a quick idea without distractions.

Luxury Travel

Your membership includes complimentary access to EXEC, the luxury travel program for executives including premium hotels, transportation, lifestyle, and experiences at discounted rates.

Editorial Team

Get professional guidance from our editors to help you craft engaging articles that meet all publication requirements. Our hand-selected editors have a proven track record of excellence.

Support Team

Get real-time access to our dedicated support team who can answer questions, facilitate connections, offer ideas, and help you maximize your membership. We're here to help you succeed!