In a statement, the company confirmed Avon would close its operations in Australia and New Zealand by the end of the year, leaving the company’s 220 staff and more than 21,400 representatives facing an uncertain future.
The statement read:
“As part of the company’s strategy to return Avon to long-term sustainable profitable growth, the focus will be on markets with the greatest potential for future growth to support its vision of becoming the world’s leading social beauty company.
“In line with this, after a thorough deliberation on our performance, the direct selling conditions in the market, and potential for growth, we have considered all options for the business and it is with much sadness that we are announcing our decision to exit the Australia and New Zealand markets.”
Current and former Avon reps have bombarded the Avon Facebook page with messages of disapproval.
Avon ANZ president and managing director Sharon Plant said it was a “sad day” for the company’s employees and representatives.
“As a management team our commitment and focus over the coming days, weeks and months is to support our people and the wider Avon community who are impacted by this decision,” she said.
“I would like to thank all the employees, representatives and customers
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Auspicious Australia: Down Under rises to the top post-Brexit
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Forget the arguments about remaining in the EU Customs Union, many British companies have already moved on, says the overseas shipping specialist ParcelHero. And ParcelHero reveals it’s Australia that’s rising to the top as a major export market. ParcelHero’s head of consumer research, David Jinks says, ‘Ignore all the talk of the US or BRIC
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Nerium International Announces Official Membership In Direct Selling Australia
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Global relationship marketing company Nerium International is proud to announce it has been approved for full, active membership in Direct Selling Australia (DSA) effective immediately.
Nerium International, based in Dallas, Texas, was founded by Chief Executive Officer Jeff Olson in 2011. Today Nerium International, with its age-fighting products crafted from cutting-edge research and science, has generated $1.5 billion in cumulative sales after six years and has developed a strong customer base in North American, Latin American, Asia-Pacific and European markets.
Nerium International opened in Australia October 20, 2016.
“It is an honor to qualify for Direct Selling Australia (DSA) membership,” said Olson.
“Our Independent Brand Partners will be pleased to know that we went through an intense vetting process from both a legal and compliance perspective in order to qualify for DSA membership, which signifies our commitment to integrity in all we do.”
“Direct Selling Australia is delighted to welcome Nerium International as our newest member,” said Gillian Stapleton, Executive Director of Direct Selling Australia.
“We are committed to the highest professional and ethical standards and with its focus on providing an excellent product line and a life-changing business opportunity through relationship marketing,
Nerium International is the type of organization we want in DSA.”
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Nerium International Celebrates Brand Centre Opening In Australia
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Nerium International™, a leader in age-defying skincare products, celebrated the Grand Opening of its Australian brand centre with a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, 23 March, 2017.
Jeff Olson, Nerium International’s Founder and CEO, officially opened the Australian brand centre.
Special guests in attendance included: Deborah K. Heisz, President and Chief Operating Officer; Mark and Tammy Smith, Chief Field Officers; and Rick Arnold, General Manager of Australia; as well as Nerium International Independent Brand Partner leaders and key partners.
The global market leader in science-based, age-defying skincare products is also hosting a grand launch weekend at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, starting Friday, 24 March 2017.
Australia is one of the most important regions for relationship marketing. And for a direct marketing brand with millions of customers since its launch in in 2011, the opportunity is huge!
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Thermomix Australia – A Vorwerk company – Is Being Sued By A Former Distributor
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According to News.com.au an Australian based magazine, Thermomix a Vorwerk company is sued by a former distributor.
News.com.au:
THE $2089 Thermomix calls itself “the most advanced appliance on the market” and has thousands of zealous fans, but the cult kitchen brand is at the centre of a bitter, emotional legal battle with a “traumatised” former contractor.
The high tech food processor is supposed to make life easier, yet in the past two years the company has been accused of causing third degree burns, encouraging a toxic bullying culture and failing to be honest with its customers.
Now former contractor Elisabeth Higgins, 56, from Perth, is suing Thermomix Australia in the District Court of WA. She claims Thermomix took away her business and failed to compensate her, and wants them to pay her lost earnings of
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Ronen Triffon, a sought after public speaker, coach and mentor to thousands around the globe, is the first Global Wealth Trade (GWT) Regional Ambassador for Australia and New Zealand.
After 25 years in the conventional Health & Wellness MLM industry, Ronen was invited into the GWT club as an E-MALL Operator and Luxury Consultant 28 months ago.
Since then he has achieved massive growth and many prestigious rewards. When we asked Ronen what is the reason he has chosen to create his “piéce de resistance” in the MLM world with GWT, he replied:
There are 3 major reasons:
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Nerium International Announces Australia Expansion
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Nerium International, a leader in science-based, age-defying skincare products has announced that it will officially open for business in Australia during fourth quarter 2016.
The new office will be located in Adelaide to support the business and ensure the success of Nerium Independent Brand Partners. The global company has a growing presence in the Asia-Pacific market including South Korea and Japan, with Australia and Hong Kong now on the horizon.
“We are pleased to announce that Nerium International will open for business in Australia later this year. Australia is a thriving market for both the global anti-aging skincare segment and the direct sales industry.
Nerium’s leadership team looks forward to bringing our unique business model and revolutionary products to the cosmopolitan city of Adelaide as we continue to expand into the Asia-Pacific market,”
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Plexus Embarks On 32 City Tour: U.S., Canada & Australia
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Plexus Worldwide, a leading direct-marketing weight-loss and health-supplement seller, stopped in Lexington Wednesday night as part of its national “Opportunity of a Lifetime Tour”. The tour runs Feb. 22 through May 5, stopping in 32 cities in the United States, Canada and Australia.
The two-hour event at the Embassy Suites was free and drew hundreds of people from across the region who are interested in learning more about becoming an Ambassador (independent resellers of Plexus products), as well as those who are already Ambassadors wishing to learn how to grow their home-based business.
Speakers included top-ranking Ambassadors who shared their tips for success and lead the company-organized opportunity. Plexus’ CEO, Tarl Robinson also made a guest appearance.
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Professor Max Reynolds has over half a century of global experience in scientific research, business and product development.
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Jamberry Continues Rapid Growth, Expands Into Australia And New Zealand
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Jamberry has become a household name in less than five years for their easy-to-apply long-lasting nail wraps, salon-quality nail lacquer and hand care treatments sold through a network of over 35,000 Independent Consultants throughout the US, Canada and Puerto Rico. Jamberry is now extending their successful business model to Australia and New Zealand.
On 1 October, Australian and New Zealand residents will be able to sign up to become Jamberry Independent Consultants and order product online.
Jamberry Independent Consultants grow their Jamberry businesses by selling through in-person manicure parties and virtual parties on Facebook. These parties are fun and engaging, allowing women to learn about and sample Jamberry’s products. Jamberry’s easy and empowering business model enhances women’s lives, from those who simply aspire to earn supplemental income to entrepreneurial self-starters who have built large Jamberry businesses.
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