Shaklee Corporation opened the Dr. Forrest C. Shaklee Global Innovation Center in Pleasanton, California, near Shaklee World Headquarters.
The new Dr. Forrest C. Shaklee Global Innovation Center houses the Shaklee Research and Development teams in one location to enhance synergy and productivity among all the technical functions, with the goal of creating even stronger and more impactful innovations in the field of nutritional science. Leading the ceremony were Shaklee Chairman and CEO Roger Barnett, Chief Innovation Officer Emanuel Fakoukakis, and Nobel Prize Laureate and Shaklee Corporation Scientific Adviser, Dr. Elizabeth Blackburn.
This facility contains state-of-the-art scientific equipment ensuring Shaklee products meet and surpass the highest industry standards of product purity and safety. All products within the Shaklee portfolio will be developed and tested in this facility by R&D functions, including nutritional research, ingredient development, product/process development, quality assurance,
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Avidus completes merger of Asantae and Truestar
by Ramya Chandrasekaran • • 0 Comments
Vancouver based Avidus Management Group Inc. (TSX VENTURE: AVD) (OTC PINK: ASNHF) that develops, acquires, and operates direct sales companies, is pleased to announce that the Company has completed the sales and operational merger of Asantae and Truestar. This was the second phase of the plan announced in January that was designed to reduce operating expenses through joint efficiencies and fuel growth by integrating sales leadership and product lines.
CEO and President Douglas Ridley said, “With this merger now completed, we are excited about the opportunity to build on the foundation we laid in 2014 and focus our resources on growth initiatives that include product expansion and further acquisitions. Our goal for the year ahead is to achieve record revenues and profitability.”
In addition, Avidus announces that Camille Transtrum has been appointed as the Company’s new
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Avon Sales Fall From $3 Billion To $1.2 Billion In Less Than 5 Years
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In less than 5 years, Avon has lost nearly half of its revenue, fallen off of the S&P 500, left the DSA, and lost 40% of the value of its stock. One has to wonder what other direct-selling companies can learn from this. In an article in the Wall Street Journal, they explore the reasons why:
Everyone seems to know who the Avon lady is—except for Avon.
The company is struggling with its identity. It remains heavily entrenched in the U.S., even though most of its business is abroad. It is one of the biggest direct sellers of beauty products and relies heavily on personal relationships, but it lagged behind in developing an online strategy and hasn’t capitalized on the opportunities of social media. And while its focus is beauty, its representatives are busy
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Reginald Stinson Joins Total Life Changes
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Reginald Stinson has been a recognizable name in MLM for the past five years. He’s earned the title of the #1 Internet Marketer for 2014 and now looks to dominate the field with his recent decision to join Total Life Changes.
A TLC customer of over three years is now a new Independent Business Owner. Reginald is a husband and father of three children residing in Nashville, Tennessee.
“I’m actually looking to relocate in the next few months to Atlanta, Georgia. I see a lot of opportunity for me with TLC and Atlanta is on fire right now. I decided to partner with TLC after being a customer for over three years.I’ve experienced firsthand how well the products work. I recently spoke with Executive Ambassador, Lenika Scott about the opportunity and the growth
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Zija International Gold Challenge Cruise Highlights
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Zija International Distributors who qualified for the company’s Gold Challenge Cruise recently returned from the crystal blue waters of the Caribbean with some added freckles and a deep sense of accomplishment.
Qualifiers won the vacation by personally enrolling new Distributors in 2014 and then helping them achieve and maintain the Rank of Bronze, Silver, Gold and above.
Over 130 Distributors were able to experience sailing onboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship! Amenities include: a full-service spa, four pools, ten whirlpools, two FlowRider surf simulators, two rock-climbing walls, a zip line, a full-sized basketball court, an ice-skating rink, a mini golf course, a hand-carved carousel, fourteen complimentary dining options, three specialty restaurants, a 3D movie theatre, the Broadway hit musical Cats, AquaTheater shows, an 18,000 square foot Casino
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Russian Direct Selling Industry generates USD 2.73 Billion in 2014
by Ramya Chandrasekaran • • 0 Comments
Russian Direct Selling Association (RDSA) has announced the highlights of the industry in 2014 in Russia. Despite the ongoing economic crisis in Russia, which began in late 2014, member companies of the RDSA managed to sustain growth and ended the year with sales at 141.9 billion rubles (approx USD 2.73 billion).
“Last year was a difficult one, but still a success for the industry. We managed to keep the momentum of sales from 2013 when the turnover of the industry amounted to 141.5 billion Rubles, “- says the president of RDSA Tamara Shokareva.
RDSA reports an 8% increase in the number of independent distributors and customers of direct selling companies at 4.93 million people. These numbers are similar to a record high from 2009 which the number of distributors reach 4.99 million.
“In a crisis, these trends
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Top 5 Mistakes New Network Marketers Make
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As excited as a veteran network marketer is to fold a new recruit into the fold, there’s always a part of them that holds their breath, hoping to get their new recruit into training before they open their mouth and launch their business on the wrong foot. Here are the top 5 common mistakes almost every network marketer has made.
1. Start calling their friends and family as soon as they sign up. As exciting as it is to launch a new business, it’s just as important to get trained first. A Real Estate agent has to take a certain amount of classes and pass an exam before practicing real estate. A McDonald’s franchise owner has to go to Hamburger University before they’re allowed to own a McDonald’s. Yet, in our industry –
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Italian Direct Selling Industry Revenues Increase To 1.3 Billion Euro
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Italian Direct Selling Association Univendita closed 2014 with a turnover of associated companies amounting to 1.3 billion euro, an increase of 6.7% compared to 2013. The result continues a streak that began in 2010, the year the association was established. Since then member companies have experienced an average 30% growth.
The most dynamic segment was that of “durable household goods” with an increase of 7.3% and a market share of 66%, which also remains the most important sector of Italian direct selling. This is followed by “food and consumer goods ” (+ 5.6%) and “cosmetics and personal care” (+ 4.5%). Significant growth was seen in the sector “other goods and services” (+ 14.4%) driven by excellent results of the travel and tourism industry.
The number of professionals involved in direct selling number more more than 75,000, up 6.2% compared
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Top Earner Romacio Fulcher Resigns From LiveSmart 360
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An other blow for troubled LiveSmart 360.
Top leader and earner, Romacio Fulcher, has resigned from LiveSmart 360. He was the first Diamond in North America and achieved the rank in his first 30 days with the company. In that first month, he personally sponsored 40 people which ultimately grew to thousands. In his first month he earned $60,000.
In less than 1 year, he produced 2 Diamonds, 5 Platinums, 5 Golds and numerous Silvers.
With over 8 years of network marketing experience, Romacio has achieved the highest leadership levels at every company by building strong teams. He has a track record of success in creating systems and more importantly teaching people how to use and apply those systems for their own personal success. He is a much sought after coach, mentor and trainer and
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Stella & Dot: 3 lessons From “Undercover Boss”
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Grace Van Cleave is the youngest senior director at Stella & Dot, leading a team of nearly 300 stylists worldwide. She appeared in the reality show “Undercover Boss” along side Stella & Dot CEO Jessica Herrin. These are her lessons from the show that can be applied to anyone growing their business.
In January, my company, Stella & Dot, was featured on the CBS reality show “Undercover Boss.” I had the great fortune to put on an Urbandale in-home trunk show that featured our CEO, Jessica Herrin, in disguise. She also joined me for coffee and conversation at Mars Café.
The episode, which aired Jan. 30, was an amazing ride, and I am one lucky stylist. As a single woman entrepreneur from Iowa it was a surprise, to say the least.
But being featured on a