According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the USA, Vemma is an illegal Pyramid Scheme and the company fight in court to this – to be proven – allegation.
Temporary Vemma was forced to close down operations, the assets are frozen, basically a $200 million company is taken out in an hour by the FTC.
A first hearing in court is set for the second week of September.
Founded in 2004 by CEO – BK Boreyko and his two sisters, Karen and Lauren, Vemma Nutrition Company has become known as one of the premier industry leaders specializing in premium liquid nutrition.
Vemma has done over $1 billion in revenue since 2004, has clinical proven products, is a long standing member of the Direct Selling Organisation, and is open in 50+ countries all over the
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Where The FTC Went Right — And Where It Went Wrong
by Tina Williams • • 0 Comments
If Amway could make it out of the problems they had and come out the strongest network marketing company in the world, there’s a strong chance that Vemma can make it out of this as well — and probably better for it.
Whether you agree with the FTC or not about their reasons, it’s still an organization Americans need to understand and respect if they want to stay off the FTC radar.
The recent allegations against Vemma by the FTC are strong, to say the least. But what isn’t strong, is network marketing’s response to it. True to fashion, the response has been a retalliation against the allegations, disregarding the accusations. It is doubtful that most network marketers have read the details of the report.
In a nutshell, Vemma is in trouble because some time
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Kannaway Appoints Brad Tayles As VP Operations
by Ramya Chandrasekaran • • 0 Comments
Hemp lifestyle network marketing company Kannaway today announced the addition of Bradley (Brad) J. Tayles as Vice President of Operations. The company focuses on hemp history in the U.S., consumer education of the plant’s more than 50,000 innovative uses, and the opportunity to take part in a “hemp revolution” that is returning hemp to consumers’ daily lives with unique hemp cannabidiol (CBD) oil products.
“We are very fortunate that Brad Tayles joined the Kannaway organization and welcome him to our team,” states Jeff Rogers, Chief Executive Officer of Kannaway. “His experience in the network marketing industry is an invaluable asset to the corporate team and to the ‘Kannaway Nation’. Having the ability to attract industry icons like Brad Tayles is the reason why we feel Kannaway has become a legacy company in the
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Take Shape For Life President Appointed DSA Leader
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Medifast, Inc. a leading United States manufacturer and provider of clinically proven weight-loss and healthy living products and programs, announced that Mona Ameli, President of its Take Shape For Life division, was appointed as the Chair of the Direct Selling Association (DSA) Diversity and Empowerment Council.
The Diversity and Empowerment Council strives to inform and support member companies on ways to achieve greater business success through effectively reaching and serving more diverse customer populations and partnering closely with DSA leadership to develop and implement strategies that expand access to a range of direct-selling opportunities for a diverse populace.
“Mona has been a dynamic member of the Council since its inception and her personal and on-the-ground experience will be instrumental in advancing the DSA’s diversity objectives,” said Meg Sheetz, CEO of Take Shape For Life. “Mona is well recognized in
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Arbonne Sues eBay Seller For Stolen Product
by Ramya Chandrasekaran • • 0 Comments
Arbonne International sued a woman this week, who allegedly obtained stolen quantities of a lip treatment product set for debut in September and sold the items last month on eBay.The company’s Los Angeles Superior Court lawsuit names Ena Marquez and alleges trademark infringement, false advertising and theft.
The company is seeking unspecified damages and a court order barring further advertisements and sales of the products by Marquez or anyone else allegedly involved in such unsanctioned transactions.
Marquez could not be immediately reached for comment.
The Arbonne Intelligence Lip Treatment is a concentrated product that “hydrates, volumizes and softens the look of lips,” according to the lawsuit. It is made to “precise specifications” at a facility in Teterboro, N.J., according to the complaint.
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Healthy Home Company Announces New President And Leaving Direct-Selling Structure
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Healthy Home Company, a consumer product goods company that offers all natural, organic, and ToxicFree products for the body and the home, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Strickland as President.
Strickland was part of the launch team that architected Healthy Home Company’s rise to become a premiere product manufacturer of ToxicFree personal care, home, and health and wellness products. In the two years she has been with the company, she has not only overseen the company’s marketing and communications efforts as Executive Vice President, but she also has served in a corporate spokesperson capacity.
As President of the Healthy Home Company, Strickland will lead the organization through the transition from a direct marketing company and membership buying club to a traditional retail business model, a challenge Strickland finds thrilling.
“We’re focusing our
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doTERRA Doubles In Size In Only One Year
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d?TERRA celebrated the opening of their new 200,000 square foot Pleasant Grove production building in true d?TERRA fashion Aug. 25 — focusing on the essentials.
The new facility houses their manufacturing and production lines, warehousing, a product will-call center for their wellness advocates, aromatherapy spa, reception area and additional office space. The new center has brought all of d?TERRA’s local employees under one roof. Prior to this, their warehousing, production, and manufacturing employees were working in buildings scattered throughout Utah County.
“It’s exciting to get everyone in one spot,” said McKay Brown, senior director of corporate marketing at d?TERRA. “In just a year, we’ve grown and filled some spots sooner than we anticipated. It’s been very strong growth.”
The company started in 2008, supplying essential oils for health and wellness to customers through direct sellers, known in
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BK Boreyko – Vemma CEO Statement on FTC Pyramid Charges Case
by Ted Nuyten • • 0 Comments
BK Boreyko, Vemma CEO stated today on his Facebook:
“Hello Vemma faithful:
Just wanted to clear up a couple of phone calls I’ve received about moving to other companies. Although I know there’s panic out there, I want you to hear it from me…hang tight.
We have a hearing scheduled for September 3rd.
I think we’ll win. Until then, I know you want to do the best for your teams and that’s a sign of great leadership.
I will and have always complied with the court’s order in this matter. I’m the kind of guy that would never violate the terms of that order. If you hear anything different, tell them you talked to me and I said buckle up because there’s great things ahead for Vemma!
About Vemma
Founded in 2004 by BK Boreyko and
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Vemma’s Defense Shields up – Asking For Testimonials
by Ted Nuyten • • 0 Comments
Kevin Thompson, the MLM attorney is hired by Vemma as one of their attorney’s and he requests Vemma customers and affiliates to help with Vemma’s defense.
As one of the voices in the Direct Selling industry, we are glad to help this company, which is under sieg, and we would do so for any other company
There is a file to fill in for satisfied Vemma customers and affiliates to give their honest opinion about the products and other experiences.
It helps tremendous in Vemma’s defense against the FTC Charge.
In below video Kevin Thompson explains:
Kevin Thompson says:
“The instructions are included in the video.
#1 Get the word file here: https://thompsonburton.box.com/…/sd950goq8c9jdlluteyhquu6gh…
#2 Complete your affidavit, get it notarized. Be sure to delete the highlighted fields. Those are there to get you started. The affidavit needs to be
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LegalShield Announces New Platinum Earner, Carlo Brown
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LegalShield Announces New Platinum Earner, Carlo Brown: Achieving Platinum Executive Director is an incredible accomplishment, particularly once you surpass the first month mark.
We are honored to announce that Carlo Brown has qualified for Platinum Executive Director for THREE consecutive months. To qualify for Platinum Executive Director requires 4 Executive Director legs or 50 Personal Sales and 3 Executive Director legs or 150 Personal Sales. Having started his LegalShield career in 1999 while working at Costco and attending Howard University, Mr. Brown has achieved the $100,000 Income Ring and is a member of the Millionaire Club. Mr. Brown believes that as a LegalShield Associate, he is “help(ing) people reach financial independence and have peace of mind.”
As part of the Platinum Recognition, Carlo will receive the following rewards for three consecutive months of qualification:
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