The chief negotiator for unions at the nation’s largest commuter railroad is vowing to keep working toward a deal that would avoid a strike.
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ACN Grows By More Than $100 Million In A Single Year!
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While working on its annual Global 100 list which recognizes the top 100 direct selling companies in the world, Direct Selling News, the direct selling industry’s premier publication, discovered that ACN Inc., along with only a handful of other companies, grew by over $100 million in a single year.
In fact ACN grew by an incredible $118 million, going from $582 million in revenue in 2012 to $700 million in 2013 – making ACN the 20th largest direct selling company worldwide.
Direct Selling News explains that “very few companies in any industry ever achieve a growth of $100 million or more, much less in a single year,” making this an incredibly rare achievement.
They further stated that, “Not only have they achieved and exceeded a mark that less than one-half of 1 percent ever reach, they have duplicated that effort in a one-year time frame!”
Direct Selling News also noted that ACN, along with the other companies who reached this milestone, share 5 practices that help the company to be successful:
1. Tremendous focus on our brand and product
2. Utilizing tools for our salesforce
3. Investing in customer acquisition
4. Emphasizing personal development in our culture
5. Focusing on developing strong leaders
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Youngevity Expands Charitable Giving Initiative
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Youngevity International Inc. (OTCQX: YGYI) announces the expansion of its charitable giving program with the addition of My Story Matters to its list of causes and charities.
My Story Matters, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, creates storybooks which help lift a child’s self-esteem, give individuals courage to face difficult situations, and/or tell stories that uplift and encourage individuals to be better.
The Foundation was established in September of 2013 by its parent company, Youngevity International, Inc., following Gandhi’s inspiring words, “You must Be the Change you wish to see in the world”.
Lisa “Sunshine” Briskie, the Director of Youngevity Be the Change Foundation, who donates her time to the organization, said:
“Our family of distributors, customers, and employees come together as a family in many ways to provide help where it is needed. We are being the change in the many communities in which we live.
Whether through the purchase of a Be The Change Product (100% of the profits generated by the purchase of these products are donated directly to the Foundation), participating in a Random Act Of Kindness Day (R.A.K), getting involved in our running clubs to raise awareness for our charities, or coming to the aid of a community hit hard by tragedy,
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Morinda Reaches Major Milestone
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In honor of Morinda’s 18th anniversary, let’s take a look back at what the company has accomplished since forming in 1996.
In July of 1996, Morinda (Tahitian Noni Juice) was officially formed by John Wadsworth, Stephen Story, Kelly Olsen, Kim Asay and Kerry Asay.
Since then, the world has continued to take notice of what Morinda has done since then.
In fact, here are some of the amazing things the company has accomplished since starting 18 years ago:
Morinda experienced a 300 percent growth in revenue in its first five years of operations and continues to grow each year. In fact, Morinda has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing company in modern history (behind Google, Intel, and Federal Express).
Morinda was the first company to harvest, source, and distribute a noni-based product to the consumer market.
Morinda has contributed more than $141 million dollars to the economy of Tahiti, and was the recipient of the Corporate & Social Responsibility Award from the country of Tahiti at the United Nations Headquarters.
Morinda is now in more than 70 countries worldwide, and currently employs more than 3,000 individuals at its corporate offices around the world.
Morinda has paid out nearly $3 billion in commissions, distributing paychecks to more
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Teen's 3D-Printed Coaster Becomes a Business Plan
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Today’s American Success Salute goes to an entrepreneurial teen — a millennial — who doesn’t plan on coasting through life.
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Funding Circle Raises $65M to Take on Lending Club
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Peer-to-peer lender Funding Circle has raised $65 million in capital in a Series D funding round led by Index Ventures, bringing the company’s total funding to $123 million.
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Top Industry Leader, Tim Baca, Joins LyfeStart
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LyfeStart International welcomes Tim Baca as a LyfeStart Executive Advisor and Founding Member of The LyfeStart Advisory Board, The LAB.
Passionate about the importance of making a difference in the world, his career in direct sales is a natural extension of his former career as a broadcast journalist.
He says, “LyfeStart is founded on the idea of helping people. It’s at the heart of everything we do, from the mission to end obesity and hunger to the opportunity for business and financial growth. Through LyfeStart, I can help more people achieve their goals. My wife Julie is reaching out to Millennials who are discovering the power of our mission, while starting their own
business at the same time. That’s very exciting.”
Baca cites the importance of LyfeStart’s sound business fundamentals: “the quality and affordability of the products, their outreach to the Hispanic community, and the upcoming launch in Mexico are key,” he says. “One of the first things I noticed was the Spanish on the U.S. product labels. A large part of my organization is in the southwest, so LyfeStart’s bicultural appeal makes a big difference.”
Baca enjoys the opportunity to help create the culture at LyfeStart. “It starts with the openness of the Founders, LyfeStart CEO Christopher Pair Garza, former CEO and President of Herbalife, and
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ViSalus Selected As Official Nutrition And Wellness Sponsor Of American Youth Football & Cheer
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ViSalus, Inc., the company behind the #1 90-Day weight-loss and fitness challenge platform in North America, was selected the Official Nutrition and Wellness Sponsor of American Youth Football & Cheer, Inc. (AYF). Vi 1-Star Ambassador Vanessa Wilhelm (with spouse and former NFL player Matt Wilhelm) and Vi National Director Claudia Lugoindependently ignited ViSalus’ involvement in AYF.
AYF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation benefiting children who enjoy football or cheer. AYF is open to all children, despite financial challenges, and emphasizes self-confidence, teamwork, self-discipline, community involvement and other positive traits designed to help each child succeed. With the common goal of creating a better overall future, AYF and ViSalus is a natural connection for a partnership.
This partnership was developed after AYF “team mom,” Claudia, was introduced to ViSalus through the Wilhelms and experienced the positive benefits of a healthier lifestyle. Together, they saw the ability to utilize ViSalus’ initiatives to benefit AYF programs in ways that educate and provide healthy options for children, as well as, providing a fundraising opportunity. Rather than selling magazine subscriptions or candy bars, this year AYF is using their fundraising efforts to create awareness around health and nutrition.
AYF athletes will raise funds while challenging others to set and achieve personal health goals using
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SpotHero's Founder Wants to Take Hassle out of Big City Parking
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SpotHero, a Chicago-based startup, is simplifying the parking game for users in big cities—cutting deals with parking garages and allowing people to pay and park in a few simple taps of the smartphone.
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Talks to resume ahead of NY rail strike deadline
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The New York City transit authority and unions are set to resume talks aimed at averting a weekend strike at the nation’s largest commuter railroad.