One of the most highly respected, hardest-working women and pioneers of the industry, Clara McDermott was widely regarded as “the most successful woman in network marketing history.”
A visionary entrepreneur, Nu Skin pioneer, industry icon and beloved matriarch, Clara S. McDermott, died peacefully on Oct. 12, 2025. She will forever be remembered for her leadership, vision, and impact on network marketing – truly a “Force For Good.”
Born on Feb. 2, 1932, in Cowley, Wyoming, Clara was the seventh of 10 children, and Clara’s business acumen was evident early on. From selling cow salve door-to-door in rural Wyoming to launching a successful wig business in Utah and later thriving in nutritional supplements, she exemplified innovation and tenacity.
Founding Distributor of Nu Skin
As an early pioneer of Nu Skin, Clara leveraged her expertise to grow a global sales force and mentor generations – including her own children. She became one of the most respected voices at corporate events, addressing international audiences with warmth and wisdom.
Clara McDermott, Founding Distributor, Nu Skin
She played an instrumental role in shaping the company’s distributor foundation, earning high praise for her generosity, integrity and leadership.
As one of the hardest-working women and pioneers in the industry, Clara was widely regarded as
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Tara Morgan: Beyond Slim Legacy Leader Pioneer
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Tara Morgan initially became involved with the Beyond Slim community for one reason: she wanted to sell a delicious-tasting drink that was supported by science. When Sara Johnson first approached her with ZipSlim, Tara could tell you it was a case of love at first sip.
“Not only did the drink taste amazing, but I lost seven pounds within the first week.”
Tara lives in Maryland where she is an active military wife and mother to her beloved daughter. She entered the direct-selling industry to cover her car payment of $560. Seven years of marketing experience later, Tara has become a seven-figure earner and gained over a million dollars in network marketing.
Just before Beyond Slim, Tara had told the world she was done with network marketing and direct sales.
“I wasn’t looking to build a team, I just wanted to sell ZipSlim because I knew the power of just the product itself.”
After being introduced to Rachel Kellogg’s compelling vision for a team of leaders to share Beyond Slim’s message with the world, Tara decided to jump headfirst and become the company’s first vested Legacy Leader.
Tara credits her success with Beyond Slim to her pure belief in the product.
“My love for ZipSlim goes hand-in-hand