Ray Makela Accepted into Forbes Business Development Council

SEATTLE—April 22, 2021—Ray Makela CEO at the Sales Readiness Group (SRG) has been accepted into Forbes Business Development Council, an invitation-only community for senior-level sales and business development executives.

Ray Makela was vetted and selected by a review committee based on the depth and diversity of his experience. Criteria for acceptance include a track record of successfully impacting business growth metrics, as well as personal and professional achievements and honors. 

“We are honored to welcome Ray Makela at SRG into the community,” said Scott Gerber, founder of Forbes Councils, the collective that includes Forbes Business Development Council. “Our mission with Forbes Councils is to bring together proven leaders from every industry, creating a curated, social capital-driven network that helps every member grow professionally and make an even greater impact on the business world.”

As an accepted member of the Council, Ray has access to a variety of exclusive opportunities designed to help him reach peak professional influence. He will connect and collaborate with other respected local leaders in a private forum. Ray will also be invited to work with a professional editorial team to share his expert insights in original business articles on Forbes.com and to contribute to published Q&A panels alongside other experts. 

Finally, Ray will benefit from exclusive access to vetted business service partners, membership-branded marketing collateral, and the high-touch support of the Forbes Councils member concierge team. 

“It's an honor to be included in this exclusive thought-leadership group. I look forward to collaborating with the business development council members and sharing relevant sales content with Forbes.com readers,” stated Ray Makela. https://profiles.forbes.com/members/bizdev/profile/Ray-Makela-CEO-Managing-Director-Sales-Readiness-Group/e7126a16-df5c-4dfa-b39a-5f2d4aa0ccaa

ABOUT FORBES COUNCILS

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