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Silpada And WomenHeart Continue Joined Forces In 2015

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Silpada and WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Diseaseannounce a year-long fundraising campaign to spread awareness for heart disease. Throughout 2015, sales of Silpada’s new You’ve Got Heart Necklace ($49 US/$52 CA) will benefit WomenHeart in advancing women’s heart health through advocacy, community education, and free patient support services for women living with heart disease.
Beginning Jan. 15, the necklace will be available for purchase online at silpada.com and silpada.ca, or through the nearly 30,000 Silpada representatives across North America. For every necklace sold at full price, $10 will be donated to WomenHeart on behalf of the Silpada Foundation. Featuring an etched sterling silver heart pendant strung on a leather strand, the You’ve Got Heart Necklacemakes a lovely gift for Valentine’s Day, birthdays or important milestones.
“This beautiful necklace reminds women to take charge of their heart health, and the funds raised provide education and support for women living with this chronic condition,” said Mary McGowan, interim Chief Executive Officer, WomenHeart. “We’re excited to once again partner with Silpada to support women in their journeys for heart-healthy lives.”
The 2015 campaign builds on the companies’ partnership in 2014, when they joined forces to raise funds in recognition of American Heart Month.

“Our mission is to empower women to live their best lives,” said Kelsey Perry and Ryane Delka, Co-Chief Executive Officers, Silpada.

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Kiplinger Says Direct-Selling Is One Of 5 Ways To Make More Money In 2015

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Of the many strategies to get ahead financially in 2015, one surefire approach is to make more money. You might be thinking that’s easier said than done. But it isn’t as hard as it might seem, considering the multitude of cash-generating opportunities.
In fact, here are five great ways to put more money in your wallet this year.
 
Ask for a raise. If you’re an employee, the obvious way to earn extra cash is to ask for it – if you deserve it, that is. So before you barge into your supervisor’s office demanding more money, build a strong case for a raise. Prepare a list of your accomplishments and how they’ve benefited the company, especially its bottom line.
Note any responsibilities you’ve taken on beyond your job description. And get comparable salaries for workers in your position from Web sites such as Salary.com and PayScale.com. Then schedule a time to meet with your boss to present your case. For more tips, including what to do if you’re turned down, see How to Make a Strong Case for a Raise.
Try direct sales. If you have the entrepreneurial itch and want to earn extra cash, you can start a side business selling anything from cookware to clothing to home decor to, yes,

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Carl And Kathy LaMarr Are Isagenix’ Newest Millionaires

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“You can’t get stuck on something that’s beyond your control,” says Carl. “You just move on and keep going.”

That’s the continuous belief and vision of Utah-based couple Carl and Kathy. Between achieving their degrees, and owning and running their own restaurant franchises, to taking the plunge to run their Isagenix business, these two are avid entrepreneurs.

“Part of our goal in life was to get to the point where I could quit my job, move closer to our four kids, and also renovate a house,” describes 53-year-old Carl. “We’ve finally done that and it’s been a fantastic journey.”

Moving the Motivation
The 4-Star Golden Circle couple had owned a few restaurant franchises before being introduced to Isagenix in 2004. Their good friend Lenny introduced them to Isagenix.
“Lenny knew we were into health and fitness,” shares 52-year-old Kathy. “We started on the 9-Day Deep Cleansing and Fat Burning System and had fabulous results.”
Lenny began encouraging the couple to join the business side of Isagenix. But Carl was reluctant after pouring thousands of dollars into the two franchises they had purchased.

“I was taken aback when he told me I could make more money with Isagenix than the other businesses,” claims Carl. “So Lenny takes to

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Blue Diamond Svetlana Shodunke Returns To Talk Fusion

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Just in time to witness the stunning look of the new and enhanced CONNECT video communication products, Latvian-born Blue Diamond Svetlana Shodunke has returned to Talk Fusion.
“I’m really looking forward to 2015! And I’m so excited about all the new products and features Talk Fusion has,” Svetlana said upon her return.
After four successful years at Talk Fusion, Svetlana left the company briefly in the summer of 2014 due to personal issues. “It was an incredibly tough decision and difficult in many ways,” she recalls. “Since then I have had enough time to know that I should be here at Talk Fusion.”
One of the deciding factors in her decision to return was a preview of the redesigned products of CONNECT, including brand new features. “It blew my mind away. The new Live Meetings conference room is so modern and elegant, with so many new user-friendly features. And CONNECT Video Chat is just… wow! Something outstanding! This will bring hundreds of thousands of new customers to Talk Fusion.”
As much as Talk Fusion’s opportunity was perfect timing for Svetlana to join four years ago, the reimagining of Talk Fusion CONNECT, complete with added financial incentives, makes now an even better time for her to

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Primerica Promotes Glenn J. Williams To CEO

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Primerica, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has promoted Glenn J. Williams, currently the company’s President, to Chief Executive Officer and also elected him to the Board, effective April 1, 2015.
The current Co-Chief Executive Officers, D. Richard (Rick) Williams and John A. Addison Jr., will remain members of the Primerica Board. In their new roles, Rick Williams, who has been with Primerica since 1989, will be non-executive Chairman of the Board and John Addison, who has been with the company since 1982, will be non-executive Chairman of Primerica Distribution.
The Board also announced that it has promoted Peter W. Schneider to the position of President, also effective April 1, 2015.
“Glenn has served as our ‘right hand man’ for the past 10 years and we are confident that he is the ideal leader to take the helm of our company and continue our growth trajectory.” said Rick Williams. “He possesses tremendous depth of understanding of our sales force and for many years has successfully overseen marketing for all Primerica business lines. He has valuable experience running our Canadian operations and leading Primerica’s overall management team, and he has been at the forefront of our most successful initiatives.”
John Addison said, “One

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Ambit Energy Hit With Class Action Lawsuit

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Ambit Energy Holdings LLC was hit with a putative class action in New Jersey federal court, claiming the energy company lured customers into switching providers with promises of lowered gas and electric bills, then slammed them with exorbitant rates. 

Michael Urbino, a New Jersey resident, and Brian Whitney, who hails from New York, filed suit against the Dallas-based utility, claiming the company has taken advantage of its customers in their states and others by shifting the risk of the volatile gas and electricity markets with variable rates that can spike quickly and leave customers promised lower rates holding the bag.

“Like the risky adjustable-rate mortgages that contributed to the financial crisis, Ambit’s variable energy rates can fluctuate rapidly and have no ceiling,” the complaint said. “Yet Ambit conceals this financial risk with an extensive marketing campaign that bombards consumers with promises of consistency and savings while failing to warn consumers of the factors affecting Ambit’s variable energy rates and that those factors can drastically turn.”

According to the complaint, Whitney was wooed into switching his gas and electric accounts to Ambit in January 2011, while Urbino switched carriers in early 2012. Both had been convinced they would see savings, the documents said, but Whitney

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Top Industry Leader Dr. Malikah Murphy Joins Foru International

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foru International (foru), the leader of personalized health, beauty and wellness products and subsidiary of foru Holdings, Inc. (OTC: FORU), is pleased to announce that Dr. Malikah Murphy has joined their national network of Brand Partners.

“Malikah has generated tens of millions of dollars, rising to the highest ranks of a company that was more than 70,000 distributors strong,” said Sharon Tahaney, President, foru International. “We are thrilled to bring her success to the foru team.”

Malikah was born and raised in Bronx, NY and moved to Delaware to raise her family in 2005. When her son was diagnosed with sickle cell disease, she left her daytime job to help care for him. During the recession in 2007, Malikah turned to network marketing as a means of survival for her family and has since had incredible business achievements such as elevating herself to the position of a top level marketer.

“I am excited to partner with foru because it is the first product of its kind and I am excited to be at the forefront of a product that is actually going to make history,” said Dr. Malikah Murphy. “Truly customized nutrition and skincare was unheard of until now. I am a businesswoman and I know a great thing when I

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India Working Towards New Legislation To Help Direct-Selling Industry

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For those that have been following international direct-selling news will be happy to hear that India is finally putting some measures into place to progress the direct-selling industry in their country, which has been sorely lacking the support. Although a small baby step toward the results needed, it is a step in the right direction. 
Welcoming the formation of an inter ministerial committee to look into their issues, direct sellers have asked the government to frame a separate regulation after consulting all stakeholders in a time-bound manner for the sector. 
The India Direct Selling Association (IDSA), which falls under the Prize Chits & Money Circulation Schemes (PCMCS) (Banning) Act, has been asking for a separate legislation for some time. 

“We welcome the much awaited action taken by the government. We hope the government will draft an inclusive legislation in consultation with the industry stakeholders. We expect the government to give out time-bound legislation,” IDSA Secretary General Chavi Hemanth said. 

Last week, MoS Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Raosaheb Patil Danve has informed Parliament that the government has set up an inter ministerial committee to consider separate legislation for direct selling/ multi-level marketing companies. 
“At present, in the absence of any separate regulatory framework business models like direct selling/

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Avon Makes Fortune Magazines 5 Worst Investments List

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The second worst-performing stock outside the oil and gas exploration sector was Avon (AVN). The direct-selling company is facing soft consumer spending issues at home, and a host of problems abroad, including an economic slowdown in Brazil, a main profit center for the company.
Avon also recently settled a case with the Justice Department for $135 million over bribery allegations related to its business in China.
Avon shared the worst investment rankings with Mattell and Genworth Financial. 
Avon Products, Inc, known as Avon, is an American international manufacturer and direct selling company in beauty, household, and personal care categories. As of 2012, Avon had annual sales of $10.0 billion worldwide in 2013.
It is the fifth-largest beauty company and second largest direct selling enterprise in the world, with 6.4 million representatives. Avon Products is a multi-level marketing company. The company’s CEO is Sherilyn S. McCoy, who was appointed to that position in April 2012. The former CEO, Andrea Jung, became the executive chairman of the board.

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LR Restructuring Their Management Structure

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The company’s CEO, Dr. Jens M. Abend, will transfer from Operational Management to the Advisory Board of the LR Group. The managers Patrick Sostmann, Tilo Plöger, Dr. Andreas Laabs and Thomas Heursen, will conjointly lead the company along the existing growth and internationalization strategy.
Patrick Sostmann (40), since 2006 with LR and responsible for Global Sales, will resume additional responsibilities as new spokesman of the Executive Management. Tilo Plöger (47), since 2007 in charge of Marketing and Operations at LR, will take over Human Resources. Dr. Andreas Laabs (41), who joined the Executive Management as CFO in summer 2014, will be responsible for the E-Commerce and IT department.
The area of responsibility of Thomas Heursen (52), with the company since 1992 and responsible for the Global Partner Relations segment, will remain unchanged.
Dr. Jens M. Abend started his career with LR in 2006 as CSO (Chief Sales Officer) and in April 2007 was appointed CEO of the LR Group. Under his leadership the company transitioned from a family run business into a modern management-led company with professional structures and processes. Specific investments in the market and strategic positioning as well as decisive internationalization initiated a new period of growth. Moreover, Dr. Jens

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