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The Latino Coalition Announces Partnership with Direct Selling Association to Showcase Hispanic Success in Small Business - March 23, 2016

The Latino Coalition (TLC), one of the largest membership and advocacy organizations for Latino-owned small businesses, announced today a partnership with the Direct Selling Association (DSA), national trade association. DSA represents companies that market products and services directly to consumers through an independent, entrepreneurial sales force and is committed to raise awareness around the contributions of Hispanic-Americans to direct selling.

How This Former Gang Member Turned CEO Became a Millionaire Marketing to Millennials - March 23, 2016

Ryan Blair, CEO and co-founder of multi-level marketing company ViSalus Sciences is perhaps the poster child for how to engage with this market in a consistent and profitable way.

USANA Health Sciences (USNA) Proposes Election of Three Directors - March 23, 2016

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA) announced that it is proposing to shareholders the election of three new members to its Board of Directors at its Annual Shareholder Meeting on May 2, 2016.

Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) Check on Ratings - March 22, 2016

Street analysts and crowd investors have recently weighed in on shares of Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP).

Amway India Seeks To Remain B2B Player; No Deal With E-tail Giants Now - March 21, 2016

Amway India Enterprises is expecting draft guidelines for direct-selling industry in India in a couple of months. Samir Behl, regional president (Europe, Africa and India), told TOI on Monday that the company was able to dispel the Government of India's long-standing notion on the direct-selling industry as 'pyramid'.

Sudbury women turn to direct sales for extra cash in bad economy - March 18, 2016

When 20-year-old Kayla Solomon isn't working full time at Tim Hortons and raising her toddler, she's selling Scentsy products, a direct sales company that specializes in scented wax.

Enterprising Women Inducts Cindy Monroe Into Its Hall of Fame - March 18, 2016

Monica Smiley, publisher and CEO of Enterprising Women magazine, recognized Cindy Monroe as the 2016 Enterprising Women Hall of Fame inductee during the 2016 Enterprising Women of the Year Awards Celebration & Conference, an annual tribute to the world's top women entrepreneurs, from February 28 to March 1 in Miami, Florida.

Dear Home Sales Friend: I'm Sorry - March 17, 2016

To you, Home Sales Entrepreneur: I owe you an apology. I'm sorry for what I've said about your business.

The BDD grows - twelve new members in the past twelve months - March 17, 2016

The Federal Association of Direct Sales Germany (BDD) has experienced strong growth among its member companies in the last twelve months. Twelve new members are represented by the BDD, which set a new record with 44 members companies.

Mannatech Donates More Than $1 Million in Support to M5M? Foundation for 2015 - March 16, 2016

Mannatech®, Incorporated (NASDAQ: MTEX), the founder of the M5MSM (Mission 5 MillionSM) Foundation, the pioneer of Glyconutrition and the global innovator of naturally-sourced supplements based on Real Food Technology® solutions, announced the results of its charitable giving to the M5M Foundation during 2015, which amounted to more than $1 million.

In complete makeover, Avon pins hopes on foreign consumers - March 16, 2016

Avon (AVP) CEO Sheri McCoy faces a daunting task: making the 130-year-old direct seller of beauty products attractive in the eyes of investors.

Weight Loss Challenge: 5 Questions with Medifast CMO Brian Kagen - March 16, 2016

The world of weight loss has become as uncertain for brands and investors as it always has been for dieters.

Meet the Power Women CMOs Behind Big Corporate Brands - March 16, 2016

The Black Enterprise list of Leading Women in Advertising and Marketing highlights the women whose ideas and strategies have placed them at the top of their game, enabling them to make a mark in the advertising and marketing world.

Sarah Bjorgaard joins Plexus Worldwide as Global Sales VP - March 15, 2016

Scottsdale-based Plexus Worldwide, a leading direct-marketing weight-loss and health-supplement seller, announced that Sarah Bjorgaard has joined the company as Vice President of Global Sales.

Study finds personal care products industry major contributor to U.S. economy - March 15, 2016

The personal care industry is one of the most dynamic and innovative industries driving the U.S. economy, says a new study by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).

Youngevity Expands Into Small Business Lending and Merchant Services - March 15, 2016

Youngevity International, Inc. (OTCQX: YGYI) (www.YGYI.com), a global direct marketer of nutritional and lifestyle products and also a vertically-integrated producer of gourmet coffees for the commercial, retail and direct sales channels, announced today that David Rutz has been appointed as Vice-President of Global Services.

Two-Time ACM Nominee Kelsea Ballerini Lends Her Voice at Mary Kay Global Day of Beauty - March 15, 2016

To bring awareness to dating violence, an epidemic that impacts one in three young people today, chart-topping singer/songwriter Kelsea Ballerini will join the global cosmetics giant in an effort to end the cycle of abuse at Mary Kay's Global Day of Beauty event in the spring.

Medifast management changes run deeper than Sheetz - March 11, 2016

A management shakeup at Owings Mills-based weight-loss-food seller Medifast Inc. goes deeper than President and Chief Operating Officer Meg Sheetz.

What do Startup Companies Think about Long Term Professional Relationships? Watch the Video! - March 8, 2016

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates have had long term professional relationships with many direct selling companies, from startup to stable.

Watch the Video! Do Incentives Increase Sales? How Worthwhile Are Consultant Incentives? - March 8, 2016

Absolutely! Incentives increase sales. However, sales incentives go by many names and shapes and sizes.

Limited-Seating, One-Day MLM Startup Conference - May 20, 2016 - March 1, 2016

Learn it all from those who have advised (and started many), including Avon, Herbalife, Amway, USANA, Melaleuca, Nerium, Excel Telcom, ACN, Team National, Shaklee, etc.

What are the most important things to remember when you host a distributor recognition event? New Video - February 10, 2016

First, we must note that this is a bit out of our area. However, we have attended many such events and been involved in meeting planning from hotel logistics to program to meeting planners. And we have done this scores of times with many of the leading direct selling companies.

How have raiding rules evolved in direct selling contracts and policies and procedures? New Video! - February 10, 2016

The Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company Conference - February 10, 2016

February 25-26, 2016 - $195. (Second Attendee just $150). Las Vegas, Nevada. An ACTION CONFERENCE for executives of startup and emerging MLM companies.

Though The Fourth Quarter Might Still Show Weakness, Avon Products Is Working Hard To Revive Growth - February 10, 2016

Avon Products is slated to release its earnings on February 11th. The company's persistent weak performance over 2015 might continue in the fourth quarter. However, what is noteworthy is that there have been several changes that might lead the beauty seller to a better future.

New MLMs putting emphasis on training - February 10, 2016

Two new multilevel marketing companies (MLMs), also referred to as network marketing companies, are hoping to garner the industry's attention by insisting they are travel companies first and foremost but just happen to be built on an MLM model.

Make extra money with Mary Kay - February 9, 2016

Are you a savvy, enthusiastic woman looking to make some extra cash? Why not become a part of a four billion dollar corporation.

I Want Your Job: Blythe Harris, CCO Of Stella & Dot - February 4, 2016

Harris, a California girl in both sunny disposition and self-assuredness, is the Chief Creative Officer of Stella & Dot.

Direct Selling Dominates the Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Market - February 3, 2106

Verify Markets' analysis of the Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Market shows that the global market was valued at over $7.5 billion in 2015.

Younique Expands To France - February 1, 2016

Beauty brand Younique, Lehi, UT, has entered France, according to co-founder Melanie Huscroft.

Stylebook snapshot: Pittsburgh-based Sabika marks 15 years in direct sales jewelry industry - January 24, 2016

This year, Pittsburgh-based direct sales jewelry brand Sabika marks 15 years in business. But that's not all the family-owned company is celebrating.

Ponzi schemer sentenced for multimillion-dollar fraud - January 22, 2016

Former Wellington socialite's Ponzi scheme of at least $37 million will cost him 17.5 years in prison, a federal judge ruled Friday.

Avon's Makeover Will Take Time - January 21, 2016

Investors are cheering Avon's latest road map to recovery. But they should gird themselves for a long journey.

Laguna Blends Inc. Announces World Class MLM Legend Ray W. Grimm Jr. To The Advisory Board - January 20, 2016

Laguna Blends Inc. (CSE: LAG) (Frankfurt: LB6.F) (PINKSHEETS: GNRSD) (the "Company" or "Laguna") announces that Ray W. Grimm, Jr. has been appointed as a consultant to Laguna Blends Inc. and added to its advisory board.

Plexus expands sales, facilities - January 20, 2016

Plexus Worldwide's network marketing model has paid off for the Scottsdale-based health products company.

4Life Digital NewsStand - January 20, 2016

Salt Lake City, Utah (January 20, 2016) Today, President and CEO Steve Tew announced that Trent Tenney will assume the role of Senior Vice President, Worldwide Sales.

How Brownie Wise and Tupperware empowered women in the 1950s - January 18, 2016

In 1948, Earl Tupper introduced a new brand of airtight containers called Tupperware that allowed for food to be preserved and stored for longer periods of time.

38.5% increase in sales of Amway in Mexico in 2015 - January 18, 2016

The company reported the results Amway sales in Latin America at the end of its fiscal year, where Mexico stood out as one of the three major powers of the region, with sales growth of 38.5%.

WorldVentures Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Solid Business Growth, Leading-edge Technology and Giving Back - January 18, 2016

The WorldVentures™ annual UNITED conference, held in Orlando, Fla. Jan. 15-17, celebrated the company's 10th anniversary of helping people achieve more fun, freedom and fulfillment and providing its Members with premium vacations at reduced prices.

Youngevity International (YGYI) Adds Scott Salik as VP of Global Content - January 16, 2016

Youngevity International, Inc. (OTCQX: YGYI) (www.YGYI.com), a global direct marketer of nutritional and lifestyle products and also a vertically-integrated producer of gourmet coffees for the commercial, retail and direct sales channels, announced today that Scott Salik has been added to its executive team in the position of VP of Global Content.

MLMLegal.com has a New Face! - January 6, 2016

How long has it been since you've visited MLMLegal.com? Are you someone who's been visiting our website for years? You'll be surprised to see that we've given MLMLegal.com a new face! And we are working on updating more pages throughout 2016!

Mich. Family Behind Amway Has Given Away $1.2 Billion - January 6, 2016

The Grand Rapids Press offers the first detailed look at the philanthropy of Rich DeVos, the billionaire co-founder of the Amway direct-retail empire, and his family, who have donated $1.2 billion over the years.

The Difference Between Patience and Stubbornness - January 6, 2016

Bill Ackman shorted (bet against) Herbalife (NYSE:HLF) stock more than three years ago. It hasn't worked out. Shares rose 50% last year, and are 35% higher than they were when he revealed the short in 2012.

MLMLegal.com has a New Face! - January 6, 2016

Herbalife Is Poised for a Powerful Breakout: Must-See Charts - January 5, 2016

Herbalife (HLF - Get Report) shares have been under consolidation in a two-tiered channel pattern, and the technical indications are that the stock could be ready for a powerful breakout.

Jeunesse® Reaches $1 Billion in Annual Sales for 2015 - January 4, 2016

Hitting this milestone in just six years makes Jeunesse the fastest company in direct selling history to achieve billion dollar annual sales.

Herbalife Appoints Filipino Doctor to Its Nutrition Advisory Board - January 3, 2016

Global nutrition company, Herbalife welcomes Dr. Francis Gregory Samonte, an expert in pediatric neurology, to become the first Filipino appointed to its prestigious Nutrition Advisory Board (NAB), effective January 1, 2016.

Study: Fear of failure is a hurdle to starting a business - January 3, 2016

One of the biggest obstacles for many in deciding to start that business is overcoming their fear of failure.

Price Target Update: Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) - January 2, 2016

Zacks Research report shows that the shares of Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) have been assigned the bullish price target of $70 by the sell-side analysts.

Company Shares of Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) Drops by -2.53% - December 7, 2015

Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) has lost 2.53% during the past week and dropped 3.26% in the last 4 weeks.

Company Shares of Herbalife LTD. (NYSE:HLF) Drops by -3% - December 6, 2015

Herbalife LTD. (NYSE:HLF) has dropped 3% during the past week, however, the bigger picture is still very bullish; the shares have posted positive gains of 2.14% in the last 4 weeks.

Staying Relevant in Today's Marketplace: Social Media Policies and Procedures and Consultants -New Video - December 1, 2015

There are two issues that have surfaced in recent years: 1) social networking, and 2) frequent migration of distributors between companies.

Private Equity in Direct Selling, Republished with Permission of WorldofDirectSelling.com - December 1, 2015

Investments that are directly made into a private company or that are used to buyout in order to delist a company from a stock exchange is "private equity".

Swell of Tupperware-Type Parties Overwhelms City Dwellers - November 28, 2015

Nine women were gathered in the immaculate Midtown East apartment of Mallorie Corcoran, 29. Tall, svelte and long-maned, the guests and their hostess clustered around a table in the living room, picking at fruit platters and sandwiches but generously pouring themselves wine and seltzer.

Dietary Supplements Market: Global Industry Analysis and Opportunity Assessment, 2015 - 2025 - November 26, 2015

Future Market Insights offers a 10-year forecast for the global dietary supplements market between 2015 and 2025.

How do Meal Replacements Stand Out? - November 25, 2015

Successful meal replacements go beyond maintaining healthy body composition by addressing the need for personalized nutrition. Basic formulas combine proteins, carbohydrates, fats, macro and trace-minerals and vitamins, but how do they stand out to cater to a growing variety of consumer health concerns?

Herbalife, CEO prevail in 'pyramid scheme' lawsuit - November 25, 2015

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit accusing Herbalife Ltd (HLF.N) and Chief Executive Officer Michael Johnson of defrauding shareholders by misrepresenting that the weight-loss and nutritional products company's complied with laws designed to prevent pyramid schemes.

Mary Kay announces new $100M manufacturing facility to be built in Lewisville - November 24, 2015

After announcing plans in October to build a new research and development and manufacturing facility, Mary Kay Inc. has pinpointed a site for a new $100 million building.

Avon Soars After Citigroup Points to Signs of Turnaround - November 24, 2015

Avon Products Inc.'s stock jumped 17 percent, its biggest gain in more than two years, after Citigroup Inc. raised its rating on the beleaguered cosmetics company.

4 Ways to Create More Word of Mouth Marketing Buzz - November 24, 2015

Most people in digital marketing know that content is omnipresent, which can put your brand at a natural disadvantage.

The intimacy of beauty routines around the world unveiled - November 24, 2015

A study conducted by RealityMine compares the settings in which personal grooming sessions take place in different international locations. The market research firm used eDiary data of 4,054 panellists from the US, Australia, France, Mexico and Russia.

How can I make money from home? - November 24, 2015

According to the Direct Selling Association , 18.2 million people across the country are involved in direct selling.

This Giving Tuesday, Thirty-One Gifts doubles impact of all World Vision donations - November 23, 2015

On Giving Tuesday (December 1), any gift given to World Vision makes twice the impact thanks to a donation from Thirty-One Gifts. The company will match every donation to World Vision that day with a donation of one of their products, such as a warm blanket or a tote bag, to a family in need around the world, up to $1 million in products.

Mannatech Names Direct Sales Veteran Ben Mayo as Vice President, Global Sales Systems - November 23, 2015

Mannatech, Incorporated (NASDAQ: MTEX), the founder of the M5MSM (Mission 5 MillionSM) Foundation, the pioneer of nutritional glycobiology and the global innovator of naturally sourced supplements based on Real Food Technology® solutions, today announced it has named Ben Mayo, who has more than 20 years of direct sales industry experience, as Vice President of Global Sales Systems.

Experience can pay when it comes to start-ups - November 23, 2015

It's been said that 50 is the perfect age to write a novel, with studies showing that bestsellers tend to be created in middle age.

These Ancient Tupperware Commercials Are Actually Wonderful - November 20, 2015

Here's something I never expected to write: Old Tupperware commercials are mesmerizing, brilliant, and strangely convincing. Dips keep dippier! Hams keep hammier! My God!

How the payments industry is being disrupted - November, 2015

While we expect the payments industry to keep growing at a healthy rate, powerful disruptive forces will begin to reshape the global landscape.

What You Should Look for in a Technology Company When Choosing Back-Office Software - Watch this New Video! - November 19, 2015

Virtually all new startup MLM companies use an outsourced technology solution for managing genealogies and commission payouts. In addition, such technology serves consultants by providing back-office access for reviewing sales performance, commissions, etc.; replicated websites, communication tools, etc.

Do Celebrity Endorsements Result in Increased Marketing Results and Sales? Watch this New Video! - November 19, 2015

In the conventional advertising world, celebrity endorsement is very effective. Among the factors for effectiveness includes the fame of the celebrity, the connection with the product or service, whether or not the celebrity is a user and whether or not the statements of the celebrity appear as truly authentic or merely a "pay for endorsement."

Herbalife: Has The DSA And Multilevel Marketing Given Up On Retailing? - November 19, 2015

You have seen the numbers. Upwards of eighteen million adults - more than 8% of adult Americans - participate in direct selling (overwhelmingly MLM), presumably to earn part- or full-time income. Despite accounting for less than 1% of total US retail sales, it is not hard to find extreme claims about the importance of the industry (move over 1%ers!).

Mannatech Reports Third Quarter 2015 Financial Results - November 19, 2015

Mannatech, Incorporated (NASDAQ: MTEX), the pioneer of nutritional glycobiology, leading innovator of naturally-sourced supplements based on Real Food Technology® solutions, and creator of the M5MSM (Mission 5 MillionSM) social entrepreneurial movement, today announced financial results for its third quarter 2015.

CVSL Announces Third Quarter Results - November 19, 2015

CVSL Inc. [NYSE MKT: CVSL] today announced financial results for its third quarter of 2015.

Melaleuca Rewards 197 Employees with $2.3 Million for Dedicated Service - November 19, 2015

Nearly 200 Melaleuca employees smiled a little brighter than usual during a companywide meeting today. That's because for 197 employees, each of whom celebrated landmark anniversaries this year with Melaleuca, they received a portion of $2.3 million in loyalty and longevity bonuses at today's event.

Jeff Bell, CEO of LegalShield, Joins Direct Selling Association Board of Directors - November 19, 2015

Jeff Bell, CEO of LegalShield, has joined the Direct Selling Association (DSA) board of directors.

Beautycounter CEO Heading to DC - November 19, 2015

Experts including Gregg Renfrew, founder and CEO of Beautycounter, are preparing to head to Capitol Hill for a Congressional briefing on Nov.17 in the Senate Dirksen Building in Washington D.C. The group plans to show how "the current cosmetics industry is broken, from the use of harmful ingredients to lack of transparency in the supply chain."

Dietary Supplements Market Anticipated to Be Worth US$ 252.1 Bn by 2025: FMI - November 19, 2015

Future Market Insights has announced the addition of the "Dietary Supplements Market: Global Industry Analysis and Opportunity Assessment, 2015 - 2025" report to their offering.

@USANAinc Officially Open For Business In Indonesia - November 19, 2015

Indonesia, the world's fourth-most populous country, welcomes USANA Health Sciences (NYSE: USNA) - a global nutrition company - with its world-class health and wellness products to the people of this thriving nation. This tropical oasis marks USANA's 20th market worldwide with a central office located in the beautiful capital city of Jakarta.

How Corporate Responsibility Affects Recruiting And Retention - November 19, 2015

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is no longer a choice for Indian companies of a certain size: It's a legal requirement.

Member Of Market America Millionaire Club Loses Criminal Tax Appeal - November 19, 2015

Florida, multi-level marketing and an appeal of a criminal tax case. Seems like I'm back with Ernie Land and Kent Hovind, but no. I declared a close to L'affaire Kent Hovind in August and it stays closed at least on this platform. The decision this week from the Eleventh Circuit concerns Nova Montgomery. Ms. Montgomery as owner of Worldwide Brokerage of North America Inc seems to have gotten in on the ground floor of Market America in 1995 (the company was founded in 1992 by former Amway distributor JR Ridinger and his wife Loren).

Beware of Billionaire Hedge Fund Managers Preaching Morality - November 19, 2015

To paraphrase philosopher Sam Johnson, a billionaire hedge fund manager preaching personal morality is like a dog's walking on his hind legs. It is not done well, but you are surprised to find it done at all.

Pyramid schemes masquerade as direct sellers - November 19, 2015

There is a thin line, nowadays, between network marketing companies, or multi-level marketing companies, and pyramid schemes. Particularly where the former has a business model that involves attracting sales agents by rewarding them for selling products to their network of friends and family, and setting up teams of other people - who also want to start their own business selling the product - and getting a percentage of their sales revenue.

Clinical Trials: Two-Thirds of Supplement Companies Support Research - November 19, 2015

Clinical research has become a vital component of dietary supplement development and marketing. As many supplement companies have increased investments in clinical research on their products, several challenges have emerged, including proper study design and use of "borrowed" science.

Soros sells large stake in Herbalife - November 19, 2015

Soros Fund Management, the investment fund run by George Soros, has sold a large portion of shares in nutritional products maker Herbalife Ltd.

Amway ties up with Microsoft - November 7, 2015

India's largest direct seller Amway is working with technology major Microsoft to digitise its brick-and-mortar stores.

Mary Kay Cause Champion Debby Ryan Challenges Teens to Stand Together Against Abuse - November 5, 2015

Today, Mary Kay Inc. and Debby Ryan launched the Don't Look Away Challenge. Building off the success of Mary Kay's Don't Look Away campaign, Debby Ryan is asking teens to stand together with their friends and show their support for healthy relationships on social media.

ForeverGreen Worldwide Corporation Holds Pre-Launch Event in Latin America and Readies for Special Launch Event in Europe - November 5, 2015

ForeverGreen Worldwide Corporation (OTCBB: FVRG), a leading direct marketing company and provider of health-centered products, today announced it has pre-launched Ketopia, the exclusive to ForeverGreen weight loss system, in Latin America.

Silpada Introduces Customer Loyalty Program - November 5, 2015

Family-owned direct sales company Silpada announces the launch of its new loyalty program, the Silpada Style Card, designed to offer customers an exclusive membership-based shopping experience.

China's direct selling market grows - November 5, 2015

China has seen a growing number of direct selling companies in the past decade with their tax revenue hitting over 30 billion yuan ($4.7 billion), the Ministry of Commerce (MOC) said on Wednesday.

Primerica Reports Third Quarter 2015 Results - November 4, 2015

Primerica, Inc. (NYSE: PRI) announced today financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2015. Total revenues were $355.8 million in the third quarter of 2015 and net income was $49.4 million, or $0.98 per diluted share.

Ding dong! What you need to know before signing up for a direct sales business - November 4, 2015

Laurie discovered the B.C.-based herb and spice-blend company five-and-a-half years ago when she began reading food labels to help her two sons, both of whom were on medications for multiple emotional disorders.

Herbalife Ltd. Announces Third Quarter 2015 Results, Raises Adjusted Full Year Guidance, and Provides Initial 2016 Adjusted Guidance - November 3, 2015

Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF) reported third quarter net sales of $1.1 billion.

USANA Health Sciences Reports Net Sales of $233.3 Million; 31% Increase in EPS for Third Quarter 2015 - November 3, 2015

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA) today announced record financial results for its fiscal third quarter ended October 3, 2015.

Doug DeVos on creating the right environment for direct selling - November 3, 2015

Doug DeVos remembers attending his first Direct Selling Association meeting at the tender age of 14 with his dad, Amway Co-founder Rich DeVos.

Nature's Sunshine Products Reports Third Quarter 2015 Financial Results - November 3, 2015

Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. (NASDAQ:NATR), a leading natural health and wellness company engaged in the manufacture and direct selling of nutritional and personal care products, today reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2015.

Youngevity International (YGYI) Names Dave Briskie as New Corporate President - November 2, 2015

MarCom Awards Presents Morinda with Three Creative Awards - November 2, 2015

With last week's announcement of the MarCom Awards winners, the internationally reaching creative awards competition has come to a close and Morinda walked away with three awards for outstanding creative achievement.

New Video: Current Regulatory Changes are Affecting Network Marketing Companies - October 29, 2015

The MLM industry has, during the last 20 years, developed positive working relationships with regulatory agencies such as attorneys general and the FTC (Federal Trade Commission).

New Video-Are Network Marketing Companies Mostly Moving to All-Digital/All-Online Starter Kits? - October 13, 2015

Can online-only starter kits be done in a way that ensures a high perceived value?

A Weekend Trip to Las Vegas this Month: Finally Launch Your MLM Company (and have a little fun too) - October 13, 2015

Have you finally decided to launch the network marketing business of your dreams? Or, have you decided that it's time to take another look at your current MLM company to see how you can improve, grow and expand your business?

Stock Update - Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) - October 13, 2015

Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) shares closed the last trading session at 55.55. In the current trading session the stock reached as high as 55.24 and dipped down to 54.35.

MLMed: Why Avon Is Fading Away - October 13, 2015

Analysts of large publicly-traded MLMs need to study only two factors: China expansion and the intensity of focus on recruiting. All else is irrelevant. Avon falls short on both measures.

Natural Health Trends to Report Third Quarter 2015 Financial Results on October 27th and Announces Preliminary Revenue Estimate - October 13, 2015

Natural Health Trends Corp. NHTC, -4.84% a leading direct-selling company that markets premium quality personal care, wellness and "quality of life" products under the NHT Global brand, today announced the Company will report its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2015 on Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Quarterly Earnings Watch: Herbalife LTD. (NYSE:HLF) - October 12, 2015

Herbalife LTD. (NYSE:HLF) is expected to next issue their quarterly announcement on or around 2015-11-03. This is based on the most recent information made available by the firm.

Avon Shares Drop After Analyst Downplays Its Takeover Prospects - October 12, 2015

Avon Products Inc. shares tumbled as much as 6.8 percent after Canaccord Genuity said the company's prospects as a takeover target are probably overblown.

The Get-Rich-Quick Schemers Who Love the GOP - October 11, 2015

Much has been made of the fact that the two leading contenders in the Republican presidential primary, Donald Trump and Ben Carson, lack any experience in elected office. Much less attention has gone to something else the two men share: a history of entanglements with companies that have been rightly criticized for hawking get-rich-quick schemes to the broke and desperate. The business model, which is perfectly legal, is called multilevel marketing.

Tupperware caught in legal tangle over business model - October 10, 2015

Tupperware India, a leading kitchenware direct selling firm, along with its top honchos in India have approached the Punjab and Haryana high court challenging a first information report (FIR) by the Chandigarh Police for alleged violations of the Chits and Money Circulation Schemes Act.

9 direct sales companies that appeal to women - October 10, 2015

When it comes to money, sales of merchandise through direct selling totaled $34.5 billion in the U.S. in 2014, up 5.4% from 2013.

3 key steps to training an effective direct sales force - October 8, 2015

Switching from retail to direct sales came with a steep learning curve for Peekaboo Beans' Traci Costa. "You have to learn the industry-how the financial model, logistics, selling, recognition and reward systems work," she says. She emphasizes the importance of having strong mentors and coaches to guide her along the way.

Direct sales is growing - also in the number of consultants - October 8, 2015

The direct selling companies in Germany have been able to recruit nearly 100,000 new partners in 2014th Compared to last year, this corresponds to an increase of 823,000 partners over 13 percent.

Herbalife Falls After Nu Skin Cuts Outlook, Ackman Renews Attack - October 7, 2015

Ackman, who has waged an almost three-year battle against Herbalife, said on Tuesday that he has "lots of new stuff, none I can report." The investor, who runs Pershing Square Capital Management, spoke at the Bloomberg Markets Most Influential Summit in New York. "Stay tuned," Ackman said.

Avon launch new TV advertising campaign to support and empower women - October 7, 2015

Calling themselves "the company for women", Avon are back with two brand new television ads celebrating the women who represent the company, hoping to demonstrate that over the whopping 130 years they've been in business that they continue to offer great quality and affordable cosmetics, whist remaining true to its values and enabling women to work their way.

Oriflame case: is the generally accepted interpretation of the "permanent establishment" concept under threat? - October 16, 2015

On 4 August 2015, a Russian subsidiary of an international group who lost to the tax authorities at all lower instances in a widely publicised case (case No. ?40-138879/14) involving the deduction of expenses for profits tax purposes and VAT on royalties paid to an affiliated foreign contractor, filed a last hope cassation appeal with the Supreme Court of Russia.

Why Ethical Brands Must Engage More: Millennials - October 6, 2015

Smartphones in hand, they look up reviews of the bar before daring step foot inside - then they take a selfie while ordering the cocktail of the moment.

NU SKIN ENTERPRISES UPDATES REVENUE GUIDANCE FOR THIRD-QUARTER 2015 - October 6, 2015

Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS) today updated its revenue guidance for the third quarter of 2015 in advance of this week's global sales leader convention.

Vemma v. FTC -- MLMLegal.com Releases Trilogy of Articles on FTC Vemma Litigation - October 6, 2015

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates Announce the 71st National Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company Conference

The Sheffield Group and StatesideBPO Announce a Strategic Partnership Providing Contact Center Services to the Direct Sales Industry - October 1, 2015

StatesideBPO, a leader in cloud contact center and customer service solutions staffed with Americans with disabilities, U.S. Veterans, and U.S. Veterans with disabilities, today announced a strategic partnership with The Sheffield Group, the largest provider of consulting services to direct sales, network marketing, and party plan companies.

DSA Board of Directors Approves Membership Application for Two Companies - September 29, 2015

The Board of Directors of the Direct Selling Association recently approved the membership application of two direct selling companies.

ForeverGreen Worldwide Corporation Appoints New President, Europe and COO - September 29, 2015

ForeverGreen Worldwide Corporation (FVRG), a leading direct marketing company and provider of health-centered products, announced today the appointment of Tomasz Stanislawski as the President, Europe.

FTC Finally Goes After Roca Labs For Its Sketchy 'Weight Loss' Scheme & Misleading Promotions - September 25, 2015

For a while now, we've been covering the bizarre saga of Roca Labs, a Florida-based company claiming to offer a weight loss product that it pitches as an "alternative to gastric bypass surgery."

The cult of Australian cosmetics - September 25, 2105

While global mega-brands like Maybelline and Revlon may dominate the Australian cosmetics market, home-grown brands are not only carving out a niche for themselves, they're even giving the major brands a run for their money in some categories, the latest findings from Roy Morgan Research reveal.

Makeup for selfies? CoverGirl, Avon and more are on it - September 24, 2015

Keeping the smartphone generation in mind, more makeup companies are taking selfies into consideration during their product testing process - in some cases, even altering formulas when they don't look great in the bright flash of an iPhone camera.

Britain: a nation of 'Passionpreneurs' - September 23, 2015

A survey by direct selling company Amway UK has found that 80 per cent of UK workers would, were money no object, happily ditch their existing day jobs to launch a new venture related to their hobbies - thus becoming part of a new wave of 'Passionpreneurs'.

Pyramid Schemes - September 23, 2105

To understand what constitutes a pyramid scheme, Joe Nocera (column, Sept. 15) points to a recent United States Court of Appeals decision that correctly concludes that a scheme exists when recruitment of sales people is at the heart of a company's business.

DSA President Joseph N. Mariano Responds to Seeking Alpha Post - September 23, 2105

As a platform for investment research, the opinions presented via Seeking Alpha inform countless decisions, large and small, taken by corporations, government and the public.

Brazilian Beauty E-commerce Trends - September 22, 2105

About 51.5 million Brazilian consumers purchased products over the Internet in the last year, according to a new report from E-bit.

3 Legitimate Small Businesses You Can Start from Home - September 22, 2105

You've probably come across websites attempting to sell you on the idea of various "make money online" programs. Truthfully? Most of those either aren't legit or will cost you an arm and a leg to be successful. That doesn't mean there aren't plenty of legitimate ways to earn a good living from home without spending a fortune.

Tyra Banks to Enter Direct-Selling Beauty Field - September 21, 2015

Move over Mary Kay. There's a new and more hip, direct beauty seller in town. Model, talk show host and entrepreneur Tyra Banks is expanding a test of direct selling for Tyra Beauty.

How Do You Deploy a Mobile App in 45 Days? Be Zurvita™! Get Smart Office Solutions™! - September 18, 2015

Mobile application development takes time. Time to design. Time to test. Time to launch.

Vemma vs. FTC: 10 Quick Bullet Points - September 1, 2015

On August 17, 2015, the FTC filed a complaint in U.S. District Court in Arizona, seeking a permanent injunction against Tempe-based Vemma International Holdings, Inc., a long-time direct selling marketer of health-related products.

Vemma vs. FTC: Guidance for the Direct Selling Industry-Welcome to the Future - September 1, 2015

The primary accusation against Vemma is that its program focused on recruitment rather than sale of product to the ultimate user, thus rendering the program a pyramid scheme and a deceptive practice under FTC legislation.

Herbalife: The 10/70 Rule Could Be The Sticking Point - September 1, 2015

Since the Federal Trade Commission revealed that it is seeking an injunction against Vemma, there have been numerous stories about whether that case will have any impact on Herbalife Ltd.

Amway receiving the Direct Selling News 2012 Bravo Leadership Award - September 1, 2015

Traders' body wants law to regulate direct selling business - September 1, 2015

The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has sought a separate legislation to regulate and monitor direct selling business in the country.

Herbalife: Tim Ramey Ups Price Target After Vemma News - August 31, 2015

Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE:HLF) bull Tim Ramey of Pivotal Research is just as bullish as ever on the company and has even raised his price target on it following the news that competitor Vemma is under investigation.

Vemma Has Requested 1 week Additional Time For the Hearing And 10 Legal Bullet Points - August 29, 2015

Vemma's legal team has been assembled. In order to present a strong case the legal team has requested additional time to prepare. I understand the additional time requested is one week.

Vemma Shut Down, Accused Of Being Pyramid Scheme - Could This Result In The End Of The MLM? - August 29, 2015

The FTC has ordered Vemma shut down temporarily for suspicion of being a pyramid scheme. The energy drink company was allegedly preying on college students and costing them more than they could afford.

Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) Expected to Report $0.72 - August 28, 2015

Wall Street sell-side analysts are expecting Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) to report earnings of $0.72 for the current fiscal quarter.

Vemma Shutdown And Herbalife: The Apple Doesn't Fall Far From The Board Room - August 28, 2015

FTC filed preliminary injunction to halt Vemma's pyramid scheme.

Trade associations call for federal office of supplements - August 28, 2015

A coalition of trade associations has written to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration commission formally requesting the creation of an office of dietary supplements.

Five indicted in alleged pyramid scheme targeting Chinese Americans - August 28, 2015

Five Los Angeles-area residents were indicted Thursday on charges of running a $30-million illegal pyramid scheme targeting Chinese American communities in Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York City, authorities said.

@USANAInc Makes Fast 50 List Once Again - August 28, 2015

Announced yesterday afternoon, USANA Health Sciences (NYSE: USNA) was named to the Utah Business Fast 50 List for 2015.

Cosmetics firm sues eBay seller for selling products obtained before debut - August 27, 2-15

The makeup and cosmetics firm Arbonne International Thursday sued a woman who allegedly obtained stolen quantities of a lip treatment product set for debut in September and sold the items last month on eBay.

FTC: Vemma shut down for running pyramid scheme - August 27, 2015

The Federal Trade Commission said Wednesday that Vemma Nutrition has been temporarily shut down for operating a pyramid scheme that promised college students riches if they sold its nutritional drinks, but most ended up losing money.

Take Shape For Life President Appointed as Direct Selling Association Leader - August 27, 2015

Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED), 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.

How pyramids are built: An inside look - August 26, 2015

Washington, DC - Marketers of Vemma juice drinks went to college campuses and elsewhere to recruit "affiliates" for their "opportunity.

CVSL To Ring Closing Bell At New York Stock Exchange Today - August 26, 2015

Representatives of CVSL Inc. will have the honor of ringing the iconic closing bell at the end of trading today on the New York Stock Exchange.

Leading Relationship Marketing Company, Nerium International, Achieves $1 Billion in Cumulative Revenue in Just Four Years - August 26, 2015

Today, Nerium International, a leading relationship marketing company specializing in scientifically advanced, age-defying products, announced it surpassed $1 billion in cumulative revenue in under four years.

LifeVantage Appoints Mark Jaggi New Chief Financial Officer - August 24, 2015

FREE DAY OF PAMPERING FOR BALDWIN COUNTY STUDENTS BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS - August 15, 2015

HERBALIFE - 35 YEARS OF INSPIRING RESULTS - August 14, 2015

DONALD TRUMP MADE MILLIONS FROM MULTILEVEL MARKETING FIRM - August 13, 2015

REPORT: DONALD TRUMP MADE MILLIONS FROM CONCORD COMPANY CAN - August 13, 2015

LONGABERGER PARENT CVSL REPORTS INCREASED REVENUE - August 13, 2015

HOW MANNATECH WILL CHANGE UNDER NEW CEO ALFREDO BALA - August 13, 2015

WHO/WHAT IS GENERALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FAILURE OF THE MAJORITY OF MLM COMPANIES? WHAT PRECENTAGE OF MLM COMPANIES FAIL? - August 11, 2015

3 WAYS TO START PROMOTING YOUR NETWORK MARKETING BUSINESS - Augusst 11, 2015

ARE THEIR CONCERNS ABOUT CONSULTANTS MARKETING THEIR MLM BUSINESS THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA? - August 7, 2015

Medifast, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2015 Financial Results - August 5, 2015

Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED), a leading United States manufacturer and provider of clinically proven weight-loss and healthy living products and programs, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2015.

USANA Board of Directors Appoints Dave Wentz and Kevin Guest as Co-Chief Executive Officers - August 4, 2015

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA) today announced that the Board of Directors has appointed Dave Wentz and Kevin Guest as Co-Chief Executive Officers of the Company, effective immediately.

AVON WINS TWO DSA VISION FOR TOMORROW AWARDS - August 3, 2015

BILL TO CHECK PONZI SCHEMES PUT ON HOLD - August 2, 2015

HERBALIFE BEGINS HIRING FOR DOZENS OF NEW JOBS - July 31, 2015

WHAT'S IN STORE FOR HERBALIFE (HLF) THIS EARNINGS SEASON? - July 31, 2015

TUPPERWARE: CEO INTERVIEW AND RECOMMENDATIONS - July 31, 2015

OVER 10,000 AMWAY CHINA DELEGATES EXPECTED IN SYDNEY IN 2017 - July 30, 2015

AVON PRODUCTS (AVP) SHERILYN S. MCCOY ON Q2 2015 RESULTS - EARNINGS CALL TRANSCRIPT - July 30, 2015

JUDGE DISMISSES 'PYRAMID SCHEME' LAWSUIT VERSUS HERBALIFE, CEO - July 29, 2015

MLM COMPANY POLICIES ON SOCIAL NETWORKS AND DISTRIBUTOR RAIDING - July 28, 2015

HAVE THERE BEEN CASES WON OR LOST ON THE TOPIC OF SOCIAL MEDIA AND DISTRIBUTOR RAIDING? - July 28, 2015

DIGITAL BEAUTY IS BIG BUSINESS - July 28, 2015

NHTC ANNOUNCES 104% REVENUE INCREASE, 101% NET INCOME INCREASE, FOR SECOND QUARTER OF 2015 - July 28, 2015

DIRECT SELLERS' IMPORT CUST A SHOT IN ARM FOR CONTRACT MANUFACTURERS - July 27, 2015

DOORSTEP SALES: REVENUE INCREASES OF 5.5% - July 27, 2015

ICONIC NETWORK MARKETING TRAINER, RICKY FRANK, JOINS DUBLI NETWORK AS CHIEF NETWORK OFFICER - July 28, 2015

MLM COMPANY POLICIES ON SOCIAL NETWORKS AND DISTRIBUTOR RAIDING - July 28, 2015

TRENDSETTERS AT WORK: STELLA & DOT - July 27, 2015

FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS, THIRTY-ONE GIFTS NOW FILLS NATIONWIDE ARENA - July 25, 2105.

SHOULD MLM COMPANIES BE CONCERNED ABOUT MARKET SATURATION? - July 24, 2015

LIFEVANTAGE APPOINTS JUSTIN ROSE NEW CHIEF SALES OFFICER - July 22, 2015

DEBBY RICHARDSON OF PARTYLITE AWARDED DIRECT SELLERS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA 'MARK OF DISTINCTION' - July 21, 2015

STATE-OWNED PHARACEUTICAL COMPANIES TAP DIRECT-SALES CHANNEL - July 21, 2015

NEW MORINDA OFFICE OPENS IN CANADA - July 20, 2015

FUN AND EXCITEMENT AT SOPHIE PARIS FASHION AND BEAUTY CARAVAN - July 19, 2015

START YOUR NETWORK MARKETING COMPANY IN 2015: NEW E-NEWSLETTER OFFERING TOP MLM NEWS STORIES, SCAM ALERTS, VIDEOS, ARTICLES, & MORE - July 7, 2015

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates Announce the 71st National Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company Conference; Plus MLMNewsGlobal.com's FREE E-Newsletter Containing Top Headlines, Videos, Company Spotlight, and Timely Articles Delivered to Your Inbox

LifeVantage Corporation (Nasdaq:LFVN), has been named as one of Direct Selling Association's top 20 companies based on 2014 net sales within the United States.

A LOOK AT THE (STILL BECOMING) DIRECT SALES BUSINESS IN UTAH COUNTY - July 5, 2015

Multi-level marketing businesses are much maligned in and out of the business world today, but that does not deter many local startups from going that route.

EVERYBODY LOVES NATURAL HEALTH TRENDS CORP. (NASDAQ:NHTC) - July 5, 2015

Natural Health Trends Corp. (NASDAQ:NHTC) is the kind of stock we love to report on here as we have since it was under $5 on the bb's. Since then NHTC has risen to well over $40 a share and continues higher.

STOCK IN MOTION: TUPPERWARE BRANDS CORPORATION (NYSE:TUP) - July 2, 2015

Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) shares opened the most recent trading session at 66.00 and at the time of writing the last Bid was at 65.30.

AVON FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN PARTNERS WITH NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE TO GRANT $500,000 TO 25 LOCAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAMS THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY - July 2, 2015

The Avon Foundation for Women, the world's largest corporate-affiliated philanthropy that focuses on issues that matter most to women, is partnering with the National Domestic Violence Hotline (The Hotline) to grant $500,000 to 25 local domestic violence advocacy programs in cities across the U.S.

ISAGENIX EARNS NINE AMERICAN BUSINESS AWARDS - July 1, 2015

Isagenix International, a leading global health and wellness company, announced it has earned three Gold, three Silver, and three Bronze Stevie® Awards at the 2015 Annual American Business Awards gala held in Chicago this month.

NATURA CULTIVATES ITS NATURALNESS - June 28, 2015

Thanks to its extraordinary growth over the last 20 years, and commitment to both promoting values of sharing and protecting the environment and Amazonian biodiversity, this cosmetics giant is one of the flagships of the Brazilian economy.

THE MARY KAY FOUNDATION AWARDS $1.3 MILLION GRANT TO ADVANCE CANCER RESEARCH AND DISCOVERY - June 27, 2015

With more than 800,000 new cases of cancer among women in the United States expected this year, according to the American Cancer Society, almost everyone is touched by the disease.

STRIKING THE WORK-LIFE BALANCE WITH DIRECT SELLING LYNDA MILLS FROM THE DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION - June 26, 2015

It can be difficult to strike the right balance between work and life. If you are looking for flexible working option then perhaps working as a direct seller could be a good option for you?

YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS ANNOUNCES NEW CEO - June 26, 2105

Young Living Essential Oils, the world leader in essential oils, announced the promotion of Mary Young as its new Chief Executive Officer.

SWEDISH COSMETICS COMPANY TARGETING EAST AFRICA WITH DIRECT SELLING MODEL - June 25, 2015

Swedish beauty and personal care products company Oriflame Cosmetics has built a €1.5bn (US$1.68bn) a year business through a direct selling model that involves signing up individuals as independent sales representatives.

YOUNGEVITY INTERNATIONAL (YGYI) LAUNCHES OUTBOUND SALES & RETENTION TEAM - June 25, 2015

Youngevity® Essential Life Sciences, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Youngevity International, Inc. (OTCQX: YGYI) (www.YGYI.com), a global direct marketer of nutritional and lifestyle products and also a vertically-integrated producer of gourmet coffees for the commercial, retail and direct sales channels, announced the creation of an Outbound Sales and Retention Team along with an initiative to review and improve their overall customer and distributor experience.

USANA INC'S PERSONALIZED NUTRITION PROGRAM WINS INDUSTRY INNOVATION AWARD - June 25, 2015

Imagine a tool specifically designed to help you take the first steps toward a healthier, happier life. That's exactly what USANA's True Health Assessment (THA) app is designed to do.

THE CEO OF A$2.6 BILLION COMPANY SHARES HIS ADVICE - June 23, 2015

Business Insider recently spoke to Rick Goings, CEO of home products company Tupperware Brands, which brought in $2.6 billion in revenue last year.

PERSHING SQUARE PROFILES TOP HERBALIFE LTD (HLF) DISTRIBUTOR, ALAN LORENZ - June 18, 2015

Pershing Square Profiles Top Herbalife Ltd. (HLF) Distributor, Alan Lorenz Pershing Square Capital Management, L.P. released a profile of Herbalife Chairman’s Club Member Alan Lorenz, the latest in a series of 23 profiles covering 33 top Herbalife Ltd. (HL) distributors.

AMWAY BRACES FOR FLAT SALES GROWTH - June 19, 2015

An economic slowdown has been affecting all businesses, including the largest direct-sales company in the country, Amway. Its Thai boss, therefore, does not expect sales to exceed last year's level.

MEDIFAST CEO 'VERY PLEASED' AFTER SHAREHOLDERS APPROVE BOARD OVERHAUL - June 18, 2015

Medifast Inc. Chairman and CEO Michael MacDonald is optimistic after shareholders approved a major corporate governance shakeup at his Owings Mills weight loss company Wednesday.

AMWAY ROLLS OUT WEIGHT-MANAGEMENT PROGRAM GLOBALLY - June 15, 2015

An Amway brand is rolling out a personalized weight-management program — using either a genetic test or an assessment based on “validated science” — to the global marketplace.

WITH BEAUTY FOR A PURPOSE CONTENT HUB, AVON SAMPLES BRAND PUBLISHING - June 16, 2015

In step with other brand publishers, Avon has just unwrapped Beauty for a Purpose, a website targeting its six million representatives worldwide, of both sexes.

MARY KAY CONSIDERING NEW MANUFACTURING AND RESEARCH FACILITIES - June 15, 2015

Mary Kay considering new manufacturing and research facilities Cosmetics firm Mary Kay Inc. has hired a commercial real estate broker to help decide whether it needs a new manufacturing and research facility.

NATURE'S SUNSHINE CHAIRMAN AND CEO JOINS BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE DIRECT SELLING EDUCATION FOUNDATION - June 15, 2015

Nature's Sunshine Products (Nasdaq:NATR) ("NSP"), a leading natural health and wellness company engaged in the manufacture and direct selling of nutritional and personal care products, announced that Chairman and CEO, Gregory L. Probert, has joined the Board of Directors of the Direct Selling Education Foundation (DSEF), a non-profit that advances understanding of direct selling and promotes the industry's commitment to ethics, consumer protection and self-regulation.

RESURGENT: FROM AVON TO SCENTSY, DIRECT SALES BUSINESS BOOMING AGAIN - June 14, 2015

A couple of years after having twins, Dubuquer Trina Murray embarked on a new career in addition to being a new mother.

1950S - IT'S TUPPERWARE TIME - June 2015

Tupperware nearly failed — until one woman turned it into party

4LIFE ANNOUNCES NEW GENERAL MANAGER, AUSTRAILIA AND NEW ZEALAND - June 15, 2015

Today, 4Life executives named James O’Reilly as 4Life General Manager in Australia and New Zealand.

NU SKIN, AMWAY FIND SALES SLIPPING DUE TO CHALLENGES IN CHINA - June 17, 2015

The major beauty multi-level marketers (MLMs) Nu Skin Enterprises and Amway recently experienced decreases in revenue, largely due to business disruptions and currency fluctuations in China.

DSA ANNOUNCES 2015 ETHOS AWARD WINNERS - June 8, 2015

Direct Selling Association (DSA) earlier this week named its 2015 ETHOS Award winners during its Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Tex. These honors mark member companies’ excellence in the following categories: Marketing & Sales Campaigns, Product Innovation, Salesforce Development, Technology Innovation, Vision for Tomorrow, Rising Star and Partnership.

DIRECT SELLING COMPANY ORIGAMI OWL APPOINTS NEW CEO - June 12, 2015

Origami Owl®, an international jewelry company known for its customizable jewelry and signature Living Lockets®, announced today the appointment of its new CEO, Brett Blake.

S&P DOWNGRADES AVON PRODUCTS (AVP) TWO-NOTCHES TO 'B+'; OUTLOOK STABLE - June 12, 2015

Standard & Poor's Ratings Services today lowered its corporate credit rating on Avon Products (NYSE: AVP) to 'B+' from 'BB'. The outlook is stable.

DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION NAMES MARY KAY INC. EXECUTIVE TO HALL OF FAME - June 8, 2015

The Direct Selling Association (DSA) named Michael Lunceford, Senior Vice President of Public Affairs for Mary Kay Inc., as the 2015 inductee into the Direct Selling Association Hall of Fame at its annual conference in San Antonio, Texas on June 2. Lunceford was honored for his substantial contributions to the DSA, the Direct Selling Education Foundation (DSEF) and the direct selling industry over a more than 30-year career.

IMMUNOTEC REPORTS SECOND QUARTER RESULTS - June 12, 2015

Immunotec Inc. (TSX VENTURE:IMM), a direct-to-consumer company and a leader in the nutritional industry (the "Company" or "Immunotec"), today announced its consolidated financial results for the second quarter of Fiscal 2015.

WORD OF MOUTH IS MORE POWERFUL THAN EVER FOR BUSINESSES TO ATTRACT NEW CUSTOMERS - June 12, 2015

Business owners, especially new entrepreneurs, are always grappled by the challenge of how to get potential customers to become aware of the services and products they offer. So says Robert Viljoen, director of Vavavox.

AVON COMPLETES REFINANCING TRANSACTION - June 8, 2015

Avon Products, Inc. (NYSE: AVP) today announced that on Friday, June 5, the company and one of its domestic subsidiaries entered into a new $400 million five-year senior secured revolving credit facility.

BURNLOUNGE RULING IN FTC CASE SEEN AS GOOD FOR HERBALIFE - June 2, 2015

BurnLounge Inc., a digital music seller shut down by the Federal Trade Commission over its multilevel marketing, was found by a federal appeals court to be an illegal pyramid scheme in a case closely followed by Herbalife Ltd. watchers.

LEGALSHIELD AND KROLL LAUNCH IDSHIELD, AN INNOVATIVE IDENTITY THEFT PROTECTION SERVICE SUPPORTED BY DEDICAED, LICENSES PRIVATE INVESTIGATORS - June 1, 2015

LegalShield and Kroll have launched IDShield, the only service providing consumers with direct access to Kroll’s team of Licensed Private Investigators.

OVER A THIRD OF BRITS HAVE BOUGHT THROUGH DIRECT SELLING - May 28, 2015

New figures have revealed that direct selling is thriving in the UK, with over a third of the UK population (34%) having chosen to buy products through this method, including via parties, catalogues or face-to-face.

MORINDA NAMED ONE OF THE "HEALTHIEST COMPANIES IN AMERICA" FOR SEVEN CONSECUTIVE YEARS - June 4, 2015

For the seventh year in a row, Morinda has been named one of the Healthiest Companies in America by Interactive Health, proving Morinda's commitment to its mission of helping people live younger, longer.

GOLD CANYON ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF THOMAS F. KELLY AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER - June 1, 2015

Gold Canyon, a leading candle and home decor direct sales company, today announces the appointment of Thomas F. Kelly as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Kelly brings more than three decades of direct sales organization leadership to this position and has been tapped for his unique ability to drive revenue growth and profitability while sustaining high levels of motivation through dynamic market and organizational shifts.

TAMI LONGABERGER BATTLES COMPANY OVER EXIT - June 4, 2015

Tami Longaberger’s departure from the basket-making company that her father founded has turned into a heated battle between her and CVSL, parent of the Longaberger Co.

AMWAY OPENS NEW $81 MILLION NUTRITION MANUFACTURING FACILITY IN MICHIGAN - June 4, 2015

Amway today announced the opening of the first phase of its new $81 million USD nutrition manufacturing facility in Ada, Michigan, USA, near its world headquarters.

DIRECT SELLING U.S. ECONOMIC AN EMPLOYMENT FOOTPRINT CONTINUES TO EXPAND, ACCORDING T ONEW, NATIONAL SURVEY DATA - June 1, 2014

Direct Selling Association (DSA) today at its 2015 Annual Meeting released new data indicating that retail sales volume among U.S. direct selling companies grew 5.5% between 2013 and 2014 to $34.47 billion.

AMWAY OPENS NEW NUTRITION MANUFACTURING AND R&D FACILITY IN CALIFORNIA - May 21, 2015

Amway today announced the opening of its new $42 million USD nutrition manufacturing and R&D facility in Buena Park, California, USA.

HERBALIFE ADDS TOP TALENT TO EXPANDING GLOBAL CORPORATE AFFAIRS TEAM - May 26, 2015

Today, the global nutrition company Herbalife (NYSE: HLF) announced an expansion of the company’s global corporate affairs team based in Los Angeles.

THREE STARTUPS THAT WANT TO STEAL AVON'S LOOK - May 28, 2015

After years as the top global direct sales company, Avon slipped out of that spot in 2014. The company’s revenue declined 20% last year to $8.85 billion, from a peak of $11.1 billion in 2011, and after a lengthy probe into corruption in its China operations, Avon agreed to pay a $135 million settlement.

4LIFE GROWTH: PRODUCT INNOVATIONS, RECORD SALES, AND DISTRIBUTOR SUCCESS - May 28, 2015

As the company pushes toward the end of its second quarter, 4Life executives announced new products, record sales, ongoing growth in worldwide markets, and an unparalleled number of distributor rank advancements.

STELLA & DOT CO-CREATOR BLYTHE HARRIS ON EMPOWERING MOTHERS TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN BUSINESS - May 22, 2015

Stella & Dot may be a jewellery company, but its co-creator and chief creative officer Blythe Harris firmly believes a successful career and a happy family are the best accessories a woman can ever have.

MORINDA OPENS NEW OFFICE IN MEXICO CITY - May 27, 2015

Morinda Mexico celebrated the opening of their new office location last week with 200 employees, IPCs and guests, including Morinda's president John Wadsworth.

VORWERK INNOVATIONS GENERATE SURGE IN SALES - May 21, 2015

2014 fiscal year successfully concluded / Continued expansion of production capacities .

NATURE'S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS NAMED ONE OF AMERICA'S HEALTHIEST COMPANIES FOR EIGHT CONSECUTIVE YEARS - May 19, 2015

Nature's Sunshine Products NATR, +0.08% ("NSP"), a leading natural health and wellness company engaged in the manufacture and direct selling of nutritional and personal care products, was named one of the Healthiest Companies in America in 2014 by Interactive Health of Chicago, IL.

BRENT WARRINGTON JOINS HYPERWALLET AS NEW CEO - May 19, 2015

Hyperwallet Systems Inc. ("Hyperwallet"), a global leader in the payments industry, today announced Brent Warrington has joined the company as the new Chief Executive Officer.

THE POTENTIAL FOR GROWTH IN THE MEA & TURKISH BEAUTY MARKETS - May 18, 2015

Cosmetics, toiletries and fragrance trends in Turkey, the Middle East & Africa were the market focus at this year’s in-cosmetics Marketing Trends presentations which took place in Barcelona in April.

KOREAN MARKET SOARS ON SOCIAL MARKETING SUCCESS: AMWAY - May 19, 2015

For U.S.-based global direct sales giant Amway, East Asia stands as a critical region housing the company’s top three markets -- China, South Korea and Japan.

THE DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION RECOGNIZES ISAGENIX WITH TWO PREMIER AWARDS - May 12, 2015

Isagenix has been honored by the Direct Selling Association (DSA), which is the national trade association of the leading firms that manufacture and distribute goods and services sold directly to consumers.

JUDGE WANTS ANSWER, HALTS TAKEOVER OF MONAVIC - FOR NOW - May 11, 2015

Citing a host of unknowns, a federal judge Monday temporarily halted a deal that would transfer almost all the assets of MonaVie Inc. to a Florida company that had foreclosed after the Utah nutritional fruit-juice purveyor defaulted on a $182 million loan.

CVSL CHAIRMAN: LONGABERGER REVENUES 'HIT BOTTOM' - May 13, 2015

The Longaberger Co. has "hit bottom," but its sales force will benefit from changes made by parent company CVSL, the company stated in a Tuesday conference call.

SILPADA LAUNCHES FIRST-EVER ACCESSORIES COLLECTION - May 7, 2015

Silpada, a leading jewelry direct sales company with a rich heritage of handcrafted designs, is excited to announce the launch of it's first-ever accessories collection this fall.

YOUNGEVITY INTERNATIONAL, INC. (YGYI) ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER 2015 RESULTS - May 14, 2015

Youngevity International, Inc. (OTCQX: YGYI) (www.YGYI.com), a global direct marketer of nutritional and lifestyle products and also a vertically-integrated producer of gourmet coffees for the commercial, retail and direct sales channels, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2015.

CVSL INC. REPORTS FIRST QUARTER RESULTS - May 11, 2015

CVSL Inc. (NYSE MKT: CVSL) ("CVSL" or the "Company"), a growing portfolio of direct-to-consumer companies, today reported financial results for the first quarter of 2015 ended March 31, 2015.

MANNATECH REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2015 FINANCIAL RESULTS - May 12, 2015

Mannatech, Incorporated (NASDAQ: MTEX), the founder of the M5MSM (Mission 5 MillionSM) social entrepreneurial movement, the pioneer of nutritional glycobiology and the global innovator of naturally sourced supplements based on Real Food Technology® solutions, today announced financial results for its first quarter 2015.

A PHANTOM OFFER SENDS AVON'S SHARES SURGING - May 14, 2015

The federal government’s system for filing securities documents may not be as secure as many on Wall Street assume, considering what appears to have been a fake bid on Thursday for Avon Products.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS: ANN SUMMERS CEO JACQUELINE GOLD ON EMPOWERING WOMEN IN THE BEDROOM AND THE BOARDROOM - May 6, 2015

When Jacqueline Gold began working at her father's company, Ann Summers, at the age of 21, she decided she wanted to empower women in the bedroom.

LIFEVANTAGE ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2015 RESULTS - May 6, 2105

LifeVantage Corporation (Nasdaq:LFVN) today reported financial results for its third quarter and nine months ended March 31, 2015.

BLYTHE, INC. REPORTS 1ST QUARTER 2015 SALES AND EARNINGS - May 5, 2015

Blyth, Inc. (NYSE: BTH), a direct-to-consumer company and leading designer and marketer of candles and accessories for the home and health, wellness and beauty products, household convenience items and personalized gifts sold through the direct selling and direct marketing channels, today reported sales and earnings for the first quarter of 2015.

USANA HEALTH SCIENCES REPORTS STRONG FIRST QUARTER 2015 FINANCIAL RESULTS - May 5, 2015

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA) today announced financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended April 4, 2015. The Company also increased its financial outlook for 2015.

AMWAY APPOINTS NEW CFOAmway Appoints a New CFO - May 5, 2015

Ada-based direct selling giant Amway Corp. announced today that it hired Mark Stevens as its new chief financial officer, according to a statement.

NU SKIN BANKS ON UPCOMING LAUNCHES - May 7, 2015

Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. posted first quarter results with revenue that fell 7% to $543.3 million—but the company is optimistic about the rest of the fiscal year in regards to its new launches.

TAMI LONGABERGER RESIGNS AS COMPANY CEO - May 5, 2015

Tami Longaberger, who led the Longaberger Co. since her father died in 1999, has resigned as CEO and director of the company.

TAMI LONGABERGER RESIGNS AS COMPANY CEO - May 5, 2015

ForeverGreen Worldwide Corporation (OTCBB: FVRG), a leading direct marketing company and provider of health-centered products, today announced it has made significant progress in European market operations.

NU SKIN BANKS ON UPCOMING LAUNCHES - May 7, 2015

Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. posted first quarter results with revenue that fell 7% to $543.3 million—but the company is optimistic about the rest of the fiscal year in regards to its new launches.

LIFEVANTAGE ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2015 RESULTS - May 6, 2015

Revenue During First Nine Months of Fiscal Year 2015 in the Americas Increased 2.8%.

FOREVERGREEN WORLDWIDE CORPORATION ENHANCES EUROPEAN OPERATIONS - May 6, 2015

TUPPERWARE'S CEO ON WHY HIS COMPANY IS JOINING US HEFORSHE TO FIGHT FOR GENDER EQUALITY - May 5, 2015

Tupperware is one of three companies to announce a new partnership with UN Women’s HeForShe program.

AMWAY APPOINTS NEW CFO - May 5, 2015

Ada-based direct selling giant Amway Corp. announced today that it hired Mark Stevens as its new chief financial officer, according to a statement.

USANA HEALTH SCIENCES REPORTS STRONG FIRST QUARTER 2015 FINANCIAL RESULTS - May 5, 2015

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA) today announced financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended April 4, 2015. The Company also increased its financial outlook for 2015.

BLYTH, INC. REPORTS 1ST QUARTER 2015 SALES AND EARNINGS - May 5, 2015

TAMI LONGABERGER RESIGNS AS COMPANY CEO - May 5, 2015

Tami Longaberger, who led the Longaberger Co. since her father died in 1999, has resigned as CEO and director of the company.

JUSURU INTERNATIONAL RECEIVES 2015 DSA ETHOS AWARD - May 1, 2015

Jusuru International has been awarded the prestigious 2015 DSA Ethos Award for the successful repositioning of its flagship nutritional supplement, Liquid BioCell™ Life, and the relaunch of its company brand with a new name, new logo, new packaging, new products, and new messaging.

LIFEVANTAGE APPOINTS NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER - April 29, 2015

LifeVantage Corporation LFVN, +2.97% announced today that Darren Jensen has been named President and Chief Executive Officer for the company. Mr. Jensen's appointment is effective May 18, 2015.

BERNARDO CHUA EXPANDS ORGANO GOLD'S OPERATION INTO TURKEY - April 30, 2015

Bernardo Chua, founder and C.E.O. of Organo Gold, recently opened a branch of his enterprise in Turkey. This marks the 39th country in which Bernardo Chua has overseen operation openings of his global gourmet coffee company.

NERIUM INTERNATIONAL RECEIVES DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP - April 28, 2015

Showcasing continued leadership in the direct sales industry, Nerium International, a relationship marketing company that provides scientifically advanced, age-defying products, has been approved as a member of the Direct Selling Association (DSA) by the DSA Board of Directors.

THE UNCERTAIN FATE OF AVON IN A DIGITAL BEAUTY WORLD - April 30, 2015

The strongest association Dianne Hernandez has with Avon is her grandmother, who sold beauty products to women in East Los Angeles in the 1960s.

RELIV INTERNATIONAL REPORTS FIRST-QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR 2015 - April 30, 2015

Reliv International, Inc. RELV, +8.69% a maker of nutritional supplements that promote optimal health, today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2015.

BEAUTY LABEL CLAIMS: WHAT MATTERS TO CONSUMERS? - April 29, 2015

As it has in the food industry, use of the term "natural" has caused consumer confusion and legal action in the personal care industry, too. Yet consumers still place a high value on products that carry the label, according to a new Nielsen survey.

AVON REPORTS FIRST-QUARTER 2015 RESULTS - April 30, 2015

Revenues Down 18% to $1.8 billion; Up 1% in Constant Dollars(1) - Operating Loss $38 Million; Adjusted(1) Operating Profit $102 Million - Operating Margin up 20 bps to (2.1)%; Adjusted(1) Operating Margin down 40 bps to 5.7% - Diluted EPS up 13% to $(0.33) per share; Adjusted Diluted EPS down 67% to $0.04 per share…

THE FOUR GLOBAL FORCES BREAKING ALL THE TRENDS - April 2015

The world economy’s operating system is being rewritten. In this exclusive excerpt from the new book No Ordinary Disruption, its authors explain the trends reshaping the world and why leaders must adjust to a new reality.

AVON REPORTS FIRST-QUARTER 2015 RESULTS - April 30, 2015

Avon Products, Inc. (NYSE: AVP) today reported first-quarter 2015 results. "Overall, the first quarter was in line with our expectations despite currency pressures that were greater than anticipated. Continuing on the momentum we saw in the second half of 2014, I'm encouraged to see improvement in our Active Representative trends and constant-dollar revenue growth in the majority of our top markets," said Sheri McCoy, Chief Executive Officer of Avon Products, Inc.

BERNARDO CHUA EXPANDS ORGANO GOLD'S OPERATIONS INTO TURKEY - April 30, 2015

Bernardo Chua, founder and C.E.O. of Organo Gold, recently opened a branch of his enterprise in Turkey.

HONORING LEGACY BUT CONTINUING TO INNOVATE DRIVES FAMILY BUSINESS SUCCESS - April 30, 2105

The world’s most successful family businesses are those that can integrate practicality and innovation, strategy and strong commercial acumen, along with nurturing and caring for the family.

RELIVE INTERNATIONAL REPORTS FIRST-QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR 2015 - April 30, 2015

Reliv International, Inc. RELV, -3.51% a maker of nutritional supplements that promote optimal health, today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2015.

LIFE VANTAGE APPOINTS NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER - April 29, 2015

LifeVantage Corporation LFVN, +0.56% announced today that Darren Jensen has been named President and Chief Executive Officer for the company. Mr. Jensen's appointment is effective May 18, 2015.

NERIUM INTERNATIONAL RECEIVES DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP - April 28, 2015

MARY KAY TO BUY OFFICE BUILDING IN SHANGHAI - February 19, 2014

US cosmetics brand Mary Kay is in talks to buy a office building in Shanghai's central Jing'an district, in a bid to expand in the China market, bucking the trend in a country where rivals are looking at downsizing, The Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday.

AMWAY CHINA REPORTS 8 PCT SALES RISE IN 2013 - February 19, 2014

Amway has reported sales in China totaling 29.3 billion yuan ($4.83 billion) during 2013, an increase of 8 percent on 2012.

HERBALIFE LTD. ANNOUNCES RECORD FOURTH QUARTER 2013 AND RECORD FULL YEAR RESULTS, AND RAISES 2014 EARNINGS GUIDANCE - February 18, 2014

Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF) today reported fourth quarter net sales of $1.3 billion, reflecting an increase of 20 percent compared to the same period in 2012, on volume point growth of 13 percent.

OP-ED: DIRECT SELLING BRINGS CHALLENGES, REWARDS IN EMERGING MARKETS - February 18, 2014

With the growth of the emerging markets, direct sales companies are embracing the challenges and rewards of encouraging individual entrepreneurship.

NERIUM INTERNATIONAL APPOINTS JEFFREY DAHL AS CO-CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER - February 14, 2014

Nerium International, creator of the best-selling NeriumAD line of age-defying products, announces the appointment of Jeffrey Dahl to the position of Co-Chief Executive Officer, International Handling. 2/14/14

AVON REPORTS FOURTH-QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR 2013 RESULTS - February 13, 2014

Avon Products, Inc. (NYSE: AVP) today reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2013 results.

WHAT ARE AMWAY'S ADS REALLY PROMOTING? - February 12, 2014

Amway sells hundreds of consumer products—everything from lipstick to pots and pans.

ORIGAMI OWL APPOINTS TWO TOP EXECUTIVES AFTER RECORD 2013 - February 12, 2014

Custom jewelry company Origami Owl names two new top executives, looking to continue its remarkable growth.

THE RISE OF THE MALE DIRECT SELLER - February 10, 2014

Direct selling has always been popular with working mums who have enjoyed the flexibility of working around their family commitments.

STELLA & DOT FOUNDER SAW A WAY TO DRESS UP DIRECT SALES - February 9, 2014

Jessica Herrin is founder and chief executive of Stella & Dot, a fast-growing company that sells fashion jewelry, handbags and other accessories online and via direct sales.

REAL SALT LAKE SPONSOR LIFEVANTAGE REPORTS DISAPPOINTING RESULTS - February 6, 2014

LifeVantage Corp., the company that now sponsors the jerseys of Real Salt Lake, reported a decline Thursday in its fiscal second quarter revenue as it lowered its financial expectations for the year.

DING DONG, AVON FAMILY CALLING! - February 6, 2014

An entire family who work for Avon say the door-to-door cosmetics giant has funded their luxurious lifestyle of sumptuous holidays, cars, shopping and even a new home.

CVSL NAMES VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE AND CONTROLLER - February 6, 2014

CVSL Inc. [OTCQB: CVSL] announced today that Richard Holt has been named vice president of finance and controller.

AMWAY REPORTS RECORD SALES OF USD$11.8 BILLION - February 4, 2014

Amway today reported global sales of USD $11.8 billion for 2013, a record for the organization.

USANA HEALTH SCIENCES ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR 2013 FINANCIAL RESULTS - February 4, 2014

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA) today announced financial results for its fiscal fourth quarter and full-year ended December 28, 2013.

HERBALIFE LTD. ANNOUNCES PRELIMINARY FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR 2013 FINANCIAL RESULTS - February 3, 2014

Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE:HLF) today provided a preview of anticipated results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2013.

HERBALIFE LAUNCHES BIG STOCK BUYBACK AND DEBT OFFERING - February 3, 2014

Herbalife HLF -1.59% has launched a widely anticipated counter-offensive to protect its stock.

PHILIPPINES REMAINS AVON'S LARGEST MARKET IN ASIA-PACIFIC - January 31, 2014

Sheri Mccoy has a warm, easy smile, her fine features framed by soft waves of short, blonde hair.

TUPPERWARE BRANDS' BEAUTY BRANDS SEE SALES SLOW - January 29, 2014

Tupperware Brands Corporation—which owns beauty brands including BeautiControl, Avory Shlain, Armand Dupree, Fuller Cosmetics and Nutrimetics—announced its fourth quarter and full year 2013 operating results.

CVSL SAYS IT HAS LIQUIDATED ITS REMAINING STAKE IN BLYTH - January 28, 2014

John Rochon Jr., the chairman of CVSL Inc.'s investment committee [OTCQB: CVSL], said today that CVSL has sold all of its remaining shares of Blyth, Inc. and no longer holds any equity position in Blyth.

PRIMERICA'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTS CYNTHIA N. DAY AS BOARD MEMBER - January 27, 2014

Primerica, Inc. (NYSE:PRI) today announced the election of Cynthia N. Day to the Company's Board of Directors.

MORINDA LAUNCHES NEW, INTERACTIVE COMPANY WEBSITE - January 25, 2014

Morinda has launched a new, interactive company website as part of its efforts take its TruAge health and wellness message to the masses .

RICK GOINGS, CEO OF TUPPERWARE: SUCCESS IS NOT JUST ABOUT MONEY - January 24, 2014

Rick Goings, CEO of Tupperware, joined HuffPostLive at the World Economic Forum In Davos Wednesday to discuss the need to redefine success in modern society.

MARY KAY NAMES CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN OFFICER - January 23, 2014

Mary Kay Inc. appointed Thomas S. Cho as chief supply chain officer.

AVON CONDUCTS EYE-SHADOWY POLITICAL CAMPAIGN IN COSTA RICA - January 20, 2014

Avon Ladies in Costa Rica may have been unwittingly recruited to conduct a smear campaign against a presidential candidate.

NOT PINK, NOT CADILLAC. MARY KAY SURPRISES WITH BLACK BMW - January 16, 2014

More than ten thousand women went from speechless to on their feet roaring with cheers of approval as Mary Kay unveiled the new BMW 320i as an addition to its beauty fleet.

4LIFE RESEARCH ™ NAMES NEW CEO - January 16, 2014

Today, 4Life President Steve Tew was named the company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

TUPPERWARE INDIA APPOINTS NEW CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER - January 15, 2014

Direct selling firm Tupperware India today said it has appointed Chandan Deep Singh Dang as its chief marketing officer.

YOUNGEVITY INTERNATIONAL (YGYI) ALIGNS WITH CELEBRITY FASHION DESIGNER, MARISA KENSON, AND ENTERS THE APPAREL AND ACCESSORIES MARKET - January 14, 2014

Youngevity International, Inc. (OTCQX:YGYI) a global direct marketer of nutritional and lifestyle products and also a vertically-integrated producer of gourmet coffees for the commercial, retail and direct sales channels, announced today the formation of MK Collaborative, a wholly owned subsidiary of Youngevity International, Inc.

CAROL CAIN: YOUNGER PEOPLE SHY AWAY FROM STARTING A BUSINESS BECAUSE OF FEAR OF FAILURE - January 12, 2014

With 80% of new businesses not making it to their fifth anniversary, it’s understandable why many might steer clear of pursuing their dream of becoming an entrepreneur.

WHY ARE COSMETICS PLAYERS EXITING CHINA? - January 10, 2014

Recently, mass-market cosmetics manufacturer, Revlon ( REV), announced its plans to exit the Chinese market.

CAN THE AVON LADY MODEL EVOLVE? THROUGH SCIENCE AND SOCIAL, BONA CLARA SAYS YES - January 10, 2014

Jasmina Aganovic wants to give the aging idea of the Avon lady a makeover.

TALK FUSION WELCOMES NEW VICE PRESIDENT OF FIELD DEVELOPMENT ROB HUKEALIE - January 9, 2014

Florida-based video communication and relationship marketing company Talk Fusion has added Rob Hukezalie, a veteran of the direct selling industry, to its Executive Team.

AVON APPOINTS NILESH PATEL AS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT, ASIA PACIFIC REGION - January 9, 2014

Avon Products, Inc. announced today the appointment of Nilesh Patel as Senior Vice President and President, Asia Pacific Region, effective February 3, 2014.

USANA HONORED WITH NEARLY 100 ACCOLADES IN 2013 - January 8, 2014

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA) earned 96 national and international accolades for its high-quality products, exceptional customer service, innovative marketing tools and strategic partnerships with more than 600 world-class athletes topping the company's previous year's record.

SENSA AND THREE OTHER MARKETERS OF FAD WEIGHT-LOSS PRODUCTS SETTLE FTC CHARGES IN CRACKDOWN ON DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING - January 7, 2014

The Federal Trade Commission today announced a law enforcement initiative stopping national marketers that used deceptive advertising claims to peddle fad weight- loss products, from food additives and skin cream to dietary supplements. 1/7/14

LIFE VANTAGE CORPORATION APPOINTS SHWAN TALBOTT PH.D. AS NEW GLOBAL CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER - January 7, 2014

LifeVantage Corporation (Nasdaq:LFVN), a company dedicated to helping people achieve healthy living through a combination of a compelling business opportunity and scientifically validated products, announced today that Shawn Talbott, Ph.D. has accepted the role of Global Chief Science Officer for the company effective January 6, 2014.

BLYTHE, INC.: WILLIAM C. LOONEY NAMED CFO AT PARTYLITE WORLDWIDE - January 7, 2014

Blyth, Inc. (NYSE: BTH), a direct to consumer company and leading designer and marketer of health & wellness and beauty products and candles and accessories for the home sold through the direct selling and direct marketing channels, today announced that William C. Looney has been named Chief Financial Officer of PartyLite, its direct seller of candles and accessories for the home.

NEWAYS LAUNCHES NEW PHILANTHROPIC PROGRAM: NEWAYS GIVES - January 5, 2013

Formalizing its already-existing program for donations and humanitarian efforts, Neways today announced the formation of the Neways Gives program.

USANA DONATES AN ADDITIONAL $25,000 TO PHILIPPINES FOR TYPHOON HAIYAN RELIEF - January 2, 2013

As people around the world are basking in the afterglow of the holiday season and making New Year's resolutions, many in the Philippines are still struggling to survive in the aftermath of Super Typhoon Haiyan.

HERBALIFE WINS "HEALTHY NUTRITION - 2013" AWARD IN RUSSIA - January 2, 2013

Herbalife (NYSE: HLF), a leading global nutrition company, recently won the 2013 “Healthy Nutrition” award in Russia at a ceremony opened by the director of the Institute of Nutrition of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences.

MARY KAY'S GOLDEN YEAR FULL OF HISTORY & VISION - December 31, 2013

The year 2013 has been a busy one for Mary Kay cosmetics. It's the company's 50th anniversary year.

HOW NU SKIN BECAME A MARKET WINNER OF 2013 - December 2013

Rolling action in the stock market meant stock pickers had a tough time beating the indexes in 2013 .

A NEW TAKE ON THE AVON LADY - December 30, 2013

At 6:30 p.m. on a recent Tuesday, the office of Dr. Doris J. Day, a dermatologist on the Upper East Side, was packed with women in their 30s and up, wearing name tags over their designer clothes.

HOME SHOPPING PARTIES: STELLA & DOT, THIRTY-ONE AND MORE ARE PART OF A NEW CLASS OF COMPANIES - December 26, 2013

Liz Ferrante regularly declined invitations to home shopping parties.

TUPPERWARE STILL INNOVATING WITH PLASTICS - December 26, 2013

When many consumers think of plastic, Tupperware comes to mind.

AVON USING PRODUCTS TO TRANSFORM LIVES IN AFRICA - December 26, 2013

Video: The popular American beauty brand is picking up representatives in some of South Africa’s poorest townships, and their new representatives are becoming an inspiration for many living in poverty.

DIRECT SELLING GIVES PEOPLE FREEDOM AND FLEXIBILITY AS WELL AS THE CHANCE TO EARN MONEY - December 26, 2013

New to London with no friends and a job that knocked her confidence, Emily Manning was becoming more and more depressed.

QNET RESPONDS TO 'SCAM' ALLEGATIONS IN INDIA - December 24, 2013

Zaheer Merchant, Director of Corporate Affairs for QNet, released the following statement in response to allegations made against the company and its local franchise…

IS THE FTC READY TO TAKE ON MULTI-LEVEL MARKETING? - December 23, 2013

A case against a fraudster could have implications for the $30 billion industry.

UPDATED - AVON'S FAILED SAP IMPLEMENTATION A PERFECT EXAMPLE OF THE ENTERPRISE IT REVOLUTION - December 17, 2013

Update: SAP contacted me to point out that other vendors involved in the project were involved in the usability aspects and hence this can’t be cast as a “SAP failure” story.

AVON PLANS TO CUT 650 JOBS AS MCCOY SEEKS TO TRIM COSTS - December 11, 2013

Avon Products Inc. (AVP), the world’s largest door-to-door cosmetics seller, plans to cut 650 jobs as part of its plan to trim $400 million in costs.

AVON HALTS NEW ORDER-MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ROLLOUT - December 11, 2013

Avon Products Inc. said it halted a rollout of a new order management system, saying a pilot program in Canada resulted in "significant business disruption in that market."

MARY KAY TARGETS MILLENIALS - December 6, 2013

The customers are younger, the sales force is younger and Mary Kay Cosmetics is targeting its audience with an expanded line of color cosmetics that is set to debut next year.

SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS! LEGAL SECRETARY WHO QUIT HER JOB TO BECOME AN AVON LADY SELLING COSMETICS WITH HER HUSBAND EARNS £125,000 -A-YEAR - December 4, 2013

An Avon Lady and her husband who quit their jobs and started selling cosmetics to pay off their debts are now living a luxury lifestyle with an income of £125,000-a-year.

THE AMWAY GENERATION: STRUGGLING WORKERS FIND NEW CALLING IN DIRECT SALES - December 3, 2013

There was a time when the average Mary Kay or Avon seller was a housewife, but an increasingly competitive job market has launched a new wave of faces into the industry – Generation Y.

TOUGH CHOICES FOR CONSUMER-GOODS COMPANIES - December 2013

Over the past half century, the consumer-packaged-goods (CPG) industry has achieved enviable growth in both revenue and shareholder returns.

NEW REGULATIONS TO COMBAT PYRAMID SCHEMES - November 28, 2013

Direct selling is legal in Vietnam and as a relatively new business it lacks the regulations to deter those who use it for scamming and manipulating consumers.

HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER TURNED MULTI-MILLIONAIRE: IT WORKS! - November 26, 2013

Mark Pentecost just wanted to make another $500 a month to support his family. He wound up getting bitten by the entrepreneur bug and becoming a millionaire.

DIRECT SALES GIANTS INVEST IN COLOR COSMETICS - November 25, 2013

According to the World Luxury Index Brazil report, consumer interest in beauty brands increased by 49% in 2012, with fragrances and makeup accounting for more than 90% of consumer interest.

EIGHT EMPLOYEES OF MULTI-LEVEL MARKETING FIRM HELD - November 23, 2013

Eight employees of the multi-level marketing firm, QNet, were arrested on Friday.

AN INTERVIEW WITH BRADLEE ROFFERS: STYLE, ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FLEXIBILITY IN THE STELLA & DOT SALES MODEL - November 23, 2013

I read a great piece a few weeks ago about Stella Dot CEO and Founder Jessica Herrin, and how’s she’s breathed life into the otherwise stale business model of direct marketing.

Q&A: ORIFLAME CEO SAYS CONQUER FEAR AND TAKE RISK - November 22, 2013

When Magnus Brännström was 12, he and his family, suppressing their fear, crossed the Iron Curtain for a vacation in the Soviet Union, their friends' warnings still ringing in their ears. USANA Becomes Member Of U.K. Direct Selling Association https://online.wsj.com/article/PR-CO-20131126-905631.html?dsk=y 11/26/13 USANA Health Sciences Inc. (NYSE: USNA) announced today it has acquired full membership in the U.K. Direct Selling Association.

NU SKIN ENTERPRISES ANNOUNCES 2014 ANNUAL GUIDANCE - November 21, 2013

In connection with its annual investor day, Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS) today provided its 2014 financial guidance. The company projects 2014 revenue of $3.9 to $4.0 billion, a 22 to 25 percent increase including an anticipated negative foreign currency impact of 3 percent. Earnings per share are estimated to be $7.25 to $7.50, an increase of 25 to 30 percent over 2013.

HERBALIFE INVESTOR RAISES STAKE, EVOKES BUYOUT - November 19, 2013

William Stiritz, the head of Midwest cereal giant Post Holdings, has increased his stake in Herbalife Ltd. to 6.4 percent, and not only wants to help grow the Los Angeles nutrition company but help defend it against hedge fund investor William Ackman.

YOUNGEVITY INTERNATIONAL (YGYI) ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF BIOMETICS - November 18, 2013

Youngevity Essential Life Sciences, a wholly owned subsidiary of Youngevity International Inc., (otcqx:YGYI) ( www.YGYI.com ), announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire certain assets and assume certain liabilities of Biometics International ( www.biometics.com ), a unique health company and an innovator in advanced liquid nutritional supplements.

DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION TARGETS 8% - 10% GROWTH THIS YEAR - November 18, 2013

The Direct Selling Association of Malaysia (DSAM) is targeting 8%-10% growth this year in the turnover of its members from RM3.86bil in 2012.

PERRY CAPITAL BUYS HERBALIFE, NRG ENERGY, PENN NATIONAL GAMING - November 14, 2013

The 13f filing of Perry Capital, the hedge fund managed by Richard Perry, showed that its equity investments are worth $3,998,609,000 for the third quarter that ended September 30, 2013.

GROUND PREPARED FOR ENERGETIX IN TURKEY - November 14, 2013

The 130 participants took the welcome opportunity that presented itself here to acquaint themselves live with both the 2013/2014 collection and catalogue.

100 BEST WEBSITES FOR ENTREPRENEURS - November 12, 2013

We’ve searched high and low to bring you the first annual list of FORBES 100 Best Websites For Entrepreneurs.

NEW EFFORTS TO GET THE FTC TO REGULATE DIRECT SELLERS - November 11, 2013

So-called multilevel marketers or direct sellers, which enlist individuals to sell products such as cosmetics and weight-loss supplements to their friends and acquaintances, have long drawn criticism from consumer advocates, who liken the businesses to illegal pyramid schemes.

DIRECT SALES IN EUROPE CONTINUE GROWTH DESPITE ECONOMIC TURNDOWN - November 9, 2013

Economic troubles in Europe affected the direct selling market in two ways: sales decreased in selected countries in 2012, such as Italy and Portugal, but the number of direct selling representatives grew as more people seek a source of additional or even primary income.

FINE IN R&D BUT NOT IN THE BOARDROOM: HOW RODAN + FIELDS GREW 10-FOLD BY AVOIDING TOP-LEVEL TINKERING - November 4, 2013

In theory, working for an entrepreneurial CEO is a dream. What executive wouldn’t want a boss who gets excited about good new ideas and is willing to back them?

USANA TO BUILD STATE-OF-THE-ART MANUFACTURING FACILITY IN CHINA - November 4, 2013

USANA Health Sciences Inc. (NYSE: USNA) is building a state-of-the-art facility in Beijing.

FROM BAD TO WORSE AT AVON - October 31, 2013

Company share prices plunged down 22% (the worst decline in 14 years), after the direct seller of beauty products said the Securities and Exchange Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice may propose much bigger than expected settlement terms over investigation into its alleged bribery practice in China and other countries.

HOW IS AMWAY RECRUITING AUSTRALIA'S GEN Y? DIGITALLY OF COURSE - October 31, 2013

If you thought Amway’s direct selling model was doomed in the new digital age, here’s a reality check. The number of Amway distributors across the country has leapt to over 100,000 and most of them are Gen Ys.

DIRECT SELLERS MEET WITH CONGRESS: INDEPENDENT SELLERS FROM ACROSS U.S. MEET WITH MEMBERS OF CONGRESS AT 2013 DIRECT SELLING SUMMIT ON CAPITOL HILL - October 29, 2013

More than 80 direct selling representatives met with their elected representatives Wednesday on Capitol Hill to discuss the direct selling industry and their personal experiences as direct sellers.

FTC URGED TO INVESTIGATE MULTILEVEL MARKETING FIRMS SUCH AS HERBALIFE - October 24, 2013

Dozens of people have called on the Federal Trade Commission to investigate multilevel marketing, a controversial industry that includes companies such as Herbalife Ltd., Amway, Avon and others.

MEET THE TEENAGE GIRL WHO LAUNCHED A CUSTOM JEWELRY COMPANY AT AGE 14 THAT IS NOW SET TO RAKE IN $250 MILLION THIS YEAR - October 23, 2013

Bella Weems, from Chandler, Arizona, is now 17, but she was only 14 when she thought up the idea for Origami Owl - a direct sales jewelry company that connects independent associates, referred to as 'designers', with buyers.

HOW THIRTY-ONE GIFTS GOT DIRECT SALES IN THE BAG - October 18, 2013

Thirty-One Gifts, a Columbus manufacturer and seller of handbags, totes and other organizational items for women, celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

HOW AMWAY TURNED DIRECT SALES GIANT AROUND, DOUBLED REVENUES IN A DECADE - October 18, 2013

Just over a dozen years ago, global giant Amway was stumbling.

DIRECT SELLERS MOVE OUT OF KERALA IN STATE OF FEAR AS COPS NOT ALLOWING AGENTS TO OPERATE - October 16, 2013

Direct selling firms such as Amway, Modicare, K-Link and DXN are cutting down their operations in Kerala significantly due to police harassment since the arrest of Amway India CEO in May, two executives of the Indian Direct Selling Association (IDSA) said.

AVON TO CLOSE ITS FRENCH OPERATIONS - October 14, 2013

The French operations of the US cosmetics giant Avon Products are to be closed by the end of the month.

THIRTY-ONE GIFTS CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY BY GIVING BACK TO CHATTANOOGA - October 10, 2013

Cindy Monroe (center), CEO of Thirty-One Gifts, presented an endowed scholarship for the girls of Hamilton County. With her from left, Lara Ludwick, state representative Greg Martin, Wendy Bradshaw and Lisa Harvey.

JENNESSE REACHES A 30 MILLION DOLLAR MONTH - October 10, 2013

After achieving $25 million for sales in August, Jeunesse Global has surpassed a new milestone by generating over $30 million in September: the same month the company celebrated its 4th Anniversary.

AMWAY BREAKS GROUND ON $10 MILLION BOTANICAL RESEARCH CENTER IN WUXI, CHINA - October 9, 2013

Amway broke ground today on a new $10 million botanical research center in Wuxi, China.

UTAH'S TOP COMPANIES: A MIXED REVENUE BAG - October 9, 2013

The Great Recession and the slow economic growth that’s followed has proven to be a mixed bag for Utah’s largest publicly held companies.

USANA ANNOUNCES OFFICIAL GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION IN COLOMBIA - October 7, 2013

USANA Health Sciences Inc. (NYSE: USNA), a global nutritional company, celebrates the opening of its newest office in Bogota, Colombia. A congratulatory event was held October 5, 2013 to commemorate USANA's 19th market worldwide. More than 2,000 attended the celebration.

ORGANO GOLD AND GREG NORMAN ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP - October 7, 2013

Organo Gold, the gourmet coffee company that caters to consumers’ active lifestyles, proudly announced today it has entered into a global partnership with Greg Norman and his group company, Great White Shark Enterprises.

TODAY'S BEST BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: GLOBAL AGING - October 3, 2013

Google GOOG +0.73%’s recent announcement that it was turning a portion of its massive creative energies in the direction of global aging reinforces the growing realization that the world’s aging represents one of today’s best business opportunities.

AFTER BENEFIT AXE, RISE OF THE MUMPRENEUR: 20% INCREASE IN NUMBER OF MOTHERS WITH YOUNG CHILDREN DOING 'DIRECT SELLING' - October 3, 2013

Around 20,000 mothers with young children have begun ‘direct selling’ jobs over the last year, with many saying they needed to earn money after the loss of their child benefit.

THE RISE AND FALL OF THE WORLD'S 10 MOST VALUABLE BRANDS - October 3, 2013

Coca-Cola (KO) has been dethroned by Apple (AAPL) from its long-running position as the world’s most valuable brand, according to the closely watched Interbrand Best Global Brands survey.

4LIFE BRAZIL APPOINTS GENERAL MANAGER - October 3, 2013

Today, 4Life executives appointed Mirassul Dilamar Pereira as the company’s General Manager of its twenty-third marketplace, Brazil.

GREGORY L. PROBERT APPOINTED CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF NATURE'S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS - October 2, 2013

Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. (Nasdaq:NATR), a leading natural health and wellness company engaged in the manufacture and direct selling of nutritional and personal care products, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Gregory L. Probert as Chief Executive Officer.

AMBIT ENERGY HOSTS MORE THAN 10,000 IN DALLAS AT 7TH ANNUAL AMBITION CONFERENCE - October 1, 2013

Ambit Energy, a leading retail energy provider of electricity and natural gas in deregulated states across the country, closed its 7th annual AMBITION conference in Dallas.

UNILEVER SEES WEAKER SALES GROWTH DUE TO EMERGING MARKET SLOWDOWN - October 1, 2013

Unilever, the world's second-largest consumer-goods maker, said sales growth weakened in the third quarter amid a slowdown in emerging markets.

50 MOST POWERFUL WOMEN IN BUSINESS - October 2013

UNDERSTANDING THE SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP FIELD IN INDONESIA - September 30, 2013

Indonesia is Southeast Asia’s most populous nation as well as being the largest economy. Well positioned with its rising middle class as the result of years of good economic performance with bolstered domestic consumer spending and new record high foreign direct investment of Rp206.6 trillion in 2012, there are plentiful business opportunities.

TUPPERWARE IN SPACE? CASSINI FINDS PLASTIC INGREDIENT ON A SATURN MOON - September 30, 2013

Saturn's moon Titan is one of the most bizarre places in the solar system, and now, to make things even weirder, scientists have found traces of propylene, the chemical used to make Tupperware, floating in its thick orange atmosphere.

HELPING THE 'LEFT BEHIND' - September 30, 2013

Audie Wong, president of Amway China and executive vice chairman of the Amway Charity Foundation, spoke about that project at the Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting last week.

VERVE ENERGY DRINK TURNING COLLEGE STUDENTS INTO SALES FORCE - September 29, 2013

The brainchild of Benson K. Boreyko, the founder and CEO of Vemma, a nine-year old multilevel marketing company, Verve is two years into a marketing plan that focuses on young people selling the caffeine-rich drink s.

MARY KAY GLOBAL MAKEOVER CONTEST BENEFITS MORE THAN 150 CHARITIES WORLDWIDE WITH NEARLY $500,000 IN GRANTS - September 26, 2013

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but for 50 charities across the U.S. and more than 150 around the world, beauty comes as a cash prize from a Mary Kay Makeover Contest winner.

NU SKIN OBTAINS FDA CLEARANCE OF FACIAL SPA DEVICE - September 26, 2013

Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS) today announced that it has received FDA clearance to market a facial spa device for over-the-counter cosmetic use. The company’s 510(k) application was filed approximately one year ago. The company estimates that the facial spa will become available for sale some time during the first half of 2014.

HOW TO TURN CORPORATIONS INTO INNOVATION MACHINES - September 26, 2013

The corporate graveyard fills up quickly these days. Blackberry, Newsweek, Kodak, Blockbuster, Dell…once storied brands now routinely sell for a fraction of their heyday value.

SEPHORA, BEAUTY.COM AND AVON LAUNCH ON 'CATALOG SPREE' MOBILE SHOPPING APP - September 25, 2013

Catalog Spree, the personalized digital mall that lets beauty junkies discover and shop their fave brands on the iPhone and iPad, has launched a new mobile beauty department with lookbooks for Sephora, Beauty.com and Avon.

A LOVE STORY: FALLING HEAD OVER HEELS FOR MONEY - September 25, 2013

When Kate Northrup was in her 20s, she did what a lot of people do: She spent too much money and got into credit card debt – $20,000 of it.

NEW VIRTUAL PARTY BOOSTS SALES FOR FAMILY BOARD GAMES - September 25, 2013

Today SimplyFun, LLC., a developer and direct sales company for award-winning family board games, debuted new online product sharing and selling capabilities.

THE MATURE BEAUTY MARKET - TIME FOR BRANDS TO GROW UP? - September 24, 2013

There is a perception that beauty and personal care companies ignore old(er) people – a perception that is not completely unjustified.

A BIG DAY IN CROWDFUNDING HISTORY - September 23, 2013

On July 11, the Securities and Exchange Commission voted to lift the ban on general solicitation, or the ability for start-ups to advertise the fact that they're looking to raise capital.

MILLENNIALS ARE SNUBBING THE CORPORATE WORLD FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP (INFOGRAPHIC) - September 23, 2013

Unlike previous generations, for many millennials climbing the corporate ladders isn't a goal they are striving to attain.

THERMOMIX IMPORTS A RECIPE FOR SUCCESS - September 21, 2013

There is big money in the cooking business. Just ask Grace Mazur, the woman who introduced the multi-function kitchen appliance Thermomix to Australia under licence and on a hunch, in 2001.

STELLA & DOT LAUNCHES BREAST CANCER AWARENESS COLLECTION BENEFITING THE NOREEN FRASER FOUNDATION - September 18, 2013

Stella & Dot, a global social-selling fashion accessories brand, announces the launch of a capsule collection of signature jewelry and accessories to celebrate National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October.

ONLINE GAMING PLATFORM DEVELOPED TO TRAIN SALES STAFF - September 17, 2013

American direct selling giant Amway Corporation recently designed a series of 3D online video games to train its new salespeople based in China in a "90-day Amway Life" Program.

OLIVIA WILDE JOINS AVON AS THE NEW FACE OF TODAY. TOMORROW. ALWAYS. FRAGRANCES - September 17, 2013

Beginning this fall in the U.S., actress, activist and renowned beauty Olivia Wilde will serve as the face of Avon’s beloved “Today. Tomorrow. Always.” trio of fragrances.

ALL EYES ON THE ARTPRIZE - September 17, 2013

When Rick DeVos came up with the idea for ArtPrize 5½ years ago, he wanted everyone to notice. "I followed the principle of the purple cow," he says, referring to author Seth Godin's concept that great products get people talking, as if they'd spied a purple cow, and gain visibility through word of mouth .

AMWAY, GM AND DOLLAR GENERAL AMONG CORPORATIONS MAKING 'GOOD' A GOAL - August 29, 2013

If you look for examples of corporations doing good in the world—as I have—you won’t want for examples. Once you open your eyes to it you see it everywhere.

ORIFLAME RESTRATEGIZES FOR A STRONGER FUTURE - August 29, 2013

As stated in its second quarter 2013 report, Oriflame announced it is fully committed to increasing sales and efficiency within the group.

STELLA & DOT FOUNDER JESSICA HERRIN: I'M 'LIVING MY ONE PRECIOUS LIFE IN ACCORDANCE WITH MY VALUES' - August 28, 2013

What does it take to get to the top -- without losing your center? Our “Making It Work” series profiles successful, dynamic women who are standouts in their fields, peeling back the "hows" of their work and their life, taking away lessons we can all apply to our own.

MARY KAY PRODUCTS HOLD MORE THAN 800 PATENTS FOR INNOVATION - August 27, 2013

Creativity and innovation has guided the growth of Mary Kay Inc. since the company's founding in 1963.

VEMMA® VIDEOS GARNER INTERNATIONAL AWARDS - August 26, 2013

Vemma Nutrition Company was honored with four awards in the 2013 Videographer Awards, which are administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP).

UPDATE 2 - ACKMAN ACKNOWLEDGES RETAIL BLUNDERS, DIGS IN ON HERBALIFE - August 21, 2013

Activist investor William Ackman admitted he made mistakes in bets on retailers, including J.C. Penney where he has lost hundreds of millions of dollars, but is sticking by a wager against Herbalife, where he faces big paper losses.

AMWAY'S PLANT IN TAMIL NADU TO BE OPERATIONAL BY 2015 - August 20, 2013

Direct selling FMCG company, Amway India plans to operationalise its new manufacturing facility at Nilakottai in Tamil Nadu by 2015.

STARTING A MILLION DOLLAR BUSINESS AT 14 WITH AVA ANDERSON - August 19, 2013

Welcome to the newest installment of Better Know a Young Millionaire. As you know, I love sitting down with young, successful millionaires and discussing how the did it, and trying to take away lessons that we can all learn.

TUPPERWARE TYCOON CLOSES THE LID ON € 3.5M LAND DEAL IN CO CORK - August 15, 2013

The sale of 370 acres at Hangman’s Point, Kinsale, Co Cork, to Tupperware tycoon Richard Goings has finally closed the lid on a protracted development sage on the sensitive coastal site.

MARKET AMERICA BRINGS MAGIC TO ITS HOMETOWN - August 9, 2013

Market America’s annual gathering Thursday had bright lights, deafening music and celebrity faces among the crowd of more than 20,000 people who filled the Greensboro Coliseum to learn how to become financially independent.

JOY'S JAUNTS: BEHOLD THE POWER OF PINK AT THE MARY KAY MUSEUM - August 9, 2013

Oh, the magical pinkness of it all. The jewels, the gowns, the makeup, the polished perfection of that pouf of white-blond hair. Yes, we’re talking Mary Kay — and if you’ve lived around here for long, you know that cosmetics doyenne Mary Kay Ash really needs no last name.

DIRECT SELLING ATTRACTS YOUNG GUNS - August 8, 2013

NEW figures from the Direct Selling Association of Ireland (DSAI) reveal a 60 per cent increase in the number of people under the age of 25 going into direct selling.

COLLIERS INTERNATIONAL LISTS LONGABERGER GOLF CLUB FOR SALE - August 6, 2013

Colliers International announced today that it is the exclusive agent for the sale of Longaberger Golf Club in Nashport, Ohio.

VEMMA ® DOUBLES SALES IN 12 MONTHS - August 2013

Vemma Nutrition Company announced that sales reached $20 million per month in July, a first-ever record for the company.

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NU SKIN ENTERPRISES ANNOUNCES $400 MILLION INCREASE IN STOCK REPURCHASE AUTHORIZATION - August 1, 2013

Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS [FREE Stock Trend Analysis]) today announced that its board of directors has authorized a $400 million extension to the company's existing stock repurchase authorization.

AVON SAYS U.S. REJECTS $12 MILLION OFFER TO SETTLE PROBES - August 1, 2013

Avon Products Inc. (AVP), the world’s largest door-to-door cosmetics seller, said the U.S. rejected the company’s offer to pay $12 million to resolve investigations into whether executives bribed foreign officials.

SPECIAL REPORT: HOW TO INVEST IN THE 'GRAYING OF AMERICA' - July 31, 2013

More than 10,000 Americans reach the age of 65 every day and move the demographic needle further to a change in spending power, preferences and political clout. In five years, over 50% of the U.S. population will be over the age of 50.

SILPADA'S NEW (OLD) LEADERSHIP LENDS DIFFERENT FEEL TO NATIONAL MEETING - July 29, 2013

Founders of Lenexa-based Silpada Designs reintroduced themselves as owners to roughly 3,000 representatives as part of the company's annual national conference in Kansas City. 7/29/13

MARY KAY QUITS INDIA CITING REGULATORY ISSUES, POOR SALES - July 24, 2013

Direct selling brand Mary Kay India has wound up its Indian operations citing regulatory concerns and poor sales.

HERBALIFE FIGHT HITS WASHINGTON - July 24, 2013

A multi-million dollar duel on Wall Street over whether Herbalife is the next hit diet pill company — or just a pyramid scheme — has landed in Washington.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: BRONSTEIN, GEWIRTZ & GROSSMAN, LLC ANNOUNCES INVESTIGATINO OF USANA HEALTH SCIENCES INC. - July 24, 2013

Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is investigating potential claims on behalf of purchasers of the securities of Usana Health Sciences Inc. ("Usana" or the "Company") USNA +0.59% . The investigation focuses on whether the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws.

USANA HEALTH SCIENCES ANNOUNCES RECORD SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS - July 23, 2013

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA) today announced record financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended June 29, 2013.

AMWAY NORTH AMERICA #1 IN ONLINE HEALTH & BEAUTY SALES FOR 10TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR - INTERNET RETAILER - July 22, 2013

Amway North America Independent Business Owners (IBOs) have once again made the company the web's largest seller in the health and beauty categories.

JEUNESSE TARGETS TEENAGERS - July 22, 2013

Jeunesse Global, the US-based skincare firm, is extending its reach to teenagers using powerful social media engagement.

GAME CHANGERS: FIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR US GROWTH AND RENEWAL - July 20, 2013

The US economy is struggling to find a new formula for vigorous growth. But all growth opportunities are not created equal. New McKinsey research pinpoints five catalysts—in energy, trade, technology, infrastructure, and talent development—that can quickly create jobs and deliver a substantial boost to GDP by 2020.

NEW MANAGEMENT TEAM BRINGS YOUTH, EXPERIENCE TO NETWORK MARKETING COMPANY - July 19, 2013

John Wadsworth, co-Founder and President of Morinda, Inc. announced today the assignment of four business professionals to critical sales positions inside of Morinda, Inc. a global health and wellness company.

PARTY SALES KNOCK ON DIGITAL DOOR - July 14, 2013

White wine was flowing as a group of 20 women gathered at the Park Avenue home of Cathie Black on a recent June evening.

NEW MOMS TURN SIDE PROJECT INTO NATIONWIDE COMPANY - July 12, 2013

Sisters Ivy Hall and Britney Vickery, both veterans of corporate America, started working on side projects – baby products and embroidered goods, respectively – when they were pregnant with their first children.

LIA SOPHIA: SELLING JEWELRY ONE PARTY AT A TIME - July 11, 2013

Marketers have discovered that direct sales – selling directly to the consumer through a friend or acquaintance – is a very powerful and cost-effective way to move product .

7 BRANDING FACTS EVERY ENTREPRENEUR NEEDS TO KNOW - July 11, 2013

As a brand specialist of fifteen years, I’ve seen it all and done even more. With the recent wave of technology, social media platforms, and everything in between, it’s no wonder new small business owners are confused about how to effectively brand their companies.

THE FUTURE OF COSMETICS - THERE'S AN APP FOR THAT - July 10, 2013

This entry marks the 15th anniversary of the Chemical Reaction column. The world was remarkably different in August 1998.

OLIVIA WILDE ANNOUNCED AS THE NEW FACE OF AVON FRAGRANCE CAMPAIGN - July 10, 2013

Direct-selling beauty company, Avon Products, has named Hollywood starlet, Olivia Wilde as the face of its latest Amour fragrance, available now, releasing these stunning images of the actress that blew us beauty junkies away.

SILPADA DESIGNS FOUNDERS: COMPANY WILL STAY IN KC FOR GOOD - July 8, 2013

The Lenexa-based company announced the reacquisition of the sterling silver jewelry home-party business from Avon Products Inc. on July 2. 7/8/13

REPORT: 'EVEN THE SMALLEST SOCIAL MEDIA POST DRIVES ROI' - July 4, 2013

Even the smallest social media interactions between brands and consumers - such posting product shots - can drive sizeable uplifts in sentiment, engagement and brand loyalty, a new study claims.

BEYOND HERBALIFE: COMPLIANCE IS THIS INDUSTRY'S GROWTH ENGINE - July 2, 2013

Herbalife must have looked like a sitting duck to Bill Ackman when he announced in late 2012 that he was shorting more than 20 million shares of the direct selling company.

NUSKIN'S MULTI-LEVEL MARKETING THRIVES IN ASIA - July 2, 2013

Nu Skin Enterprises (NUS) multi-level marketing,skin care products, anti-aging products, weight-loss products

DIRECT SELLING INDUSTRY REPORTS 121% SURGE IN SELLERS - June 28, 2013

The Direct Selling Association of Ireland (DSAI), whose members include Amway, Forever Living and Herbalife, has released new figures that show a significant rise in the number of people turning to direct selling since the start of the recession, as a way to earn additional income.

DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION LAUNCHES DIVERSITY & EMPOWERMENT COUNCIL - June 26, 2013

Council to Expand on Association’s Initiatives to Inform Diverse Groups on Benefits of Direct Selling

FTC MAY RECLIMB PYRAMID SCHEME - June 25, 2013

The Federal Trade Commission is considering tightening the ground rules on pyramid schemes, sources told The Post.

DIRECT SELLING SCHEMES THAT CAN BOOST YOUR INCOME - June 23, 2013

It might not be a route to riches, but it might help you to achieve the career and childcare balance .

THE TOP 25 NETWORK MARKETING COMPANIES - June 21, 2013

Who are the Top 25 Network Marketing Companies? Well, it really depends on how you define "The Top 25..." As you might imagine, the truth can be a bit subjective. For example...

'TO BE HONEST, IT'S NOT REALLY LIKE WORK' - June 19, 2013

Soft Paris lingerie sales adviser Mathilde Balluas (30), from Dublin, says: "I first started working as a direct sales rep for a lingerie company in France, where I'm from.

DOSH ON THE DOORSTEP - June 19, 2013

The Avon lady may be a thing of the past but the thriving direct sales industry is worth €54m

WINESHOP AT HOME MOVES TO AIRPORT ROAD - June 17, 2013

WineShop At Home has moved into its new 20,000 square foot facility in the Napa Valley Gateway Business Park, 525 Airport Road.

ECONOMIC CONDITIONS SNAPSHOT, JUNE 2013: MCKINSEY GLOBAL SURVEY RESULTS - June 2013

Geopolitical instability tops the list of risks to global growth, as executives’ outlook for the world economy—which had been increasingly positive since June 2012—plateaus.

LIFEVANTAGE CORPORATION EXPANDS INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS IN CANADA - June 14, 2013

LifeVantage Corporation (Nasdaq:LFVN), a company dedicated to helping people achieve healthy living through a combination of a compelling business opportunity and scientifically validated products, has announced that it has expanded its direct selling business into Canada.

ENTREPRENEURS GET CREATIVE WITH LOYALTY REWARDS - June 12, 2013

Boring loyalty reward: 10 percent off coupon. Not-so-boring reward: 30 seconds to grab as many goodies as you can.

AL INTERNATIONAL (YGYI) CORPORATE NAME CHANGING TO YOUNGEVITY INTERNATIONAL, INC. - June 12, 2013

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AL International, Inc. (OTCQX: YGYI) (www.YGYI.com), announced today that the Company’s board of directors and its majority shareholder have voted to change its corporate name to Youngevity International, Inc., effective after its filing of a definitive 14-C Information Statement with the SEC and the passing of any requisite waiting period.

HERBALIFE REPORT SHOWS HAS ABOUT 8 MILLION U.S. CONSUMERS - June 12, 2013

Herbalife Ltd. (HLF), the nutrition company at the center of a battle between hedge-fund managers Bill Ackman and Carl Icahn, said a Nielsen survey shows about 7.9 million U.S. adults purchased its products for personal use in the past three months. 6/12/13

NERIUM INTERNATIONAL LEADS THE WAY IN SOCIAL MEDIA - June 10, 2013

Nerium International is not only setting sales records, but becoming a force to be reckoned with in online engagement.

SUCCESSFUL BRAND-BUILDING REQUIRES AN ARMY OF ADVOCATES - June 5, 2013

When you ask a CMO what it takes to build a successful brand, you’ll likely hear it goes far beyond frontline commitment.

TROY-BASED VISALUS HOPES TO PROVE STAYING POWER IN MULTILEVEL MARKETING - June 2, 2013

Grand Rapids native Nick Sarnicola is a multimillionaire co-founder of Troy-based ViSalus, which is fighting to keep its place among the world’s biggest multilevel marketing companies.

BRANDS SHOULD TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SHOPPER'S INCREASING ONLINE SPEND - May 29, 2103

New research reveals that more than 10 per cent of UK consumers buy something online at least once a day, fuelled in part by the explosion of connected devices that means consumers are never more than a click away from making a purchase 24 hours a day.

BEAUTY DEVICES CREATING A NEW MEGA BEAUTY CATEGORY - May 29, 2013

Diagonal Reports has released a summary of its “Global Beauty Technology Market” report, which looks at the ways technology is influencing and acting on the beauty industry, including through product development.

AMWAY BUILDING $81M FACILITY IN WEST MICHIGAN - May 29, 2013

Amway Corp. is building an $81 million manufacturing and warehouse facility near the company’s headquarters in West Michigan.

AUSTRALIAN DIRECT SELLER OPENS U.S. HEADQUARTERS AT BIG BASKET - May 28, 2013

Australian direct seller Your Inspiration At Home opened its U.S. office today -- at the "Big Basket," the Newark home of the Longaberger Co.

VORWERK ACHIEVED THE HIGHEST SALES IN COMPANY HISTORY - May 28, 2013

The Vorwerk Group can look back on a successful year 2012: Total revenue has risen to almost 2.5 billion euros compared to 2011 by ten percent. 5/28/13

AVON SHOPS BRAZIL - May 22, 2013

Avon Products Inc. is reportedly in talks to buy a stake in Jequiti Cosméticos, a Brazilian direct sales cosmetics company, for about 500 million reals, or $246.3 million at current exchange, according to sources.

CVSL OUTLINES STRUCTURE FOR SUPPORTING DIRECT SELLING ACQUISITIONS - May 23, 2013

Declaring that "the direct selling industry and the world economy are missing out on too many opportunities," CVSL Inc. chairman John Rochon said today that his company's infrastructure in Ohio and Texas is ready to provide the "missing link" that often has stifled the growth of promising direct selling companies, such as facilities and resources to support headquarters, supply chain, R&D, manufacturing and distribution.

TURKISH VOLLEYBALL FEDERATION SIGNS SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT WITH AMWAY - May 23, 2013

The Turkish Volleyball Federation recently entered into a partnership with Amway, one of the world’s largest direct selling businesses which is headquartered in Ada, Michigan, USA.

HERBALIFE: PYRAMID SCHEME OR JUGGERNAUT? CEO MICHAEL JOHNSON FIGHTS BACK - May 23, 2013

On Christmas Eve last year, Herbalife (HLF) Chief Executive Officer Michael Johnson’s mobile phone rang as he was walking into church. It wasn’t Santa Claus.

'JAMIE OLIVER AT HOME' GETS COOKING IN THE HOPE ARTISTE VILLAGE - May 21, 2013

PAWTUCKET - Jamie Oliver, the international icon of cooking and party planning, has decided that the U.S. is his next frontier and Pawtucket's Hope Artiste Village will serve as the launching point for his latest venture.

MARY KAY SEES RECORD SALES AND CONTEST ENTRIES DURING 50TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR - May 21, 2013

With 175,000 makeover contest entries received from nearly 30 countries, the Mary Kay® One Woman CanTM Makeover Contest is changing looks and changing lives for women around the world.

HMRC TARGETS 2,000 DIRECT SELLERS AS PART OF TAX DODGING CRACKDOWN - May 20, 2013

If you're an Avon lady or Ann Summers party host and haven't been declaring that income, you could soon be on the receiving end of a home visit yourself – from tax inspectors.

WHAT'S WRONG WITH THE U.S. JOB MARKET? - May 9, 2013

Joey Griffiths grew up in the western New York town of Dunkirk and left home at 17. Now he’s 30 and working as a bill collector in Jackson Heights, Queens. He has bills of his own to pay.

CVSL ANNOUNCES LETTER OF INTENT TO ACQUIRE AWARD-WINNING DIRECT SELLER OF SPICE BLENDS - May 8, 2013

CVSL Inc. (stock symbol: CVSL) announced today that it has signed a letter of intent to acquire Your Inspiration At Home, an innovative and award-winning direct seller of hand-crafted spices from around the world.

MONTANA ENACTS REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR MULTILEVEL DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES, DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION MEMBERS EXEMPT - May 8, 2013

Effective immediately, all multilevel distribution companies which are not subject to the self-regulatory requirements of the Direct Selling Association (DSA) and operating in the state of Montana will be required to register as such via certified mail with the Montana Securities Commissioner’s office.

INTERNET SALES TAX PASSES SENATE - May 6, 2013

The Senate passed a bill Monday night aimed at making it easier for states to collect sales taxes for online purchases, but its final prospects remain uncertain.

AVON SLOWS SPENDING ON BRIBERY PROBE - April 30, 2013

Avon Products Inc. slowed its spending on a foreign-bribery investigation, it said Tuesday.

HOMES WHERE SOMEONE FAMOUS LIVED OR DIED - April 30, 2013

The former home of the founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics is exactly the color you would expect: A soft shade of light pink. Mary Kay pink, to be exact.

REVISED DIRECT SELLING CODE RELEASED - April 30, 2013

A revised Code of Direct Selling was released Tuesday by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the body announced.

HERE'S HOW SOCIAL MEDIA IS CHANGING RETAIL - April 29, 2013

Retail is changing. Some companies are getting it right (H&M, Tory Burch). Some are colossal failures (JCPenney). One thing is clear: today's digital consumer is expecting their favorite retailers and brands to know how to operate in the social and mobile environment.

LONGABERGER'S NEW OWNER INTENDS TO FILL BASKET WITH MORE DIRECT-SALES COMPANIES - April 25, 2013

Direct selling — the ancient business that dates back to itinerant peddlers and trading caravans — is getting a 21st-century update, and it’s happening in Ohio.

AMWAY TARGETS VIETNAM SALES OF $100 MLN WITHIN THREE YEARS - April 19, 2013

Amway Corp. plans to reach sales of US$100 million in Vietnam within the “next two, three years,” as the nutritional products and cosmetics maker sets up a second factory in the nation, said President Douglas DeVos.

HERBALIFE UNLIKELY TO GET AUDITOR BEFORE INVESTOR MEETING - April 17, 2013

Herbalife Ltd. (HLF) said it isn’t likely to hire an outside auditor before it holds its annual shareholder meeting next week, to replace KPMG LLP which resigned after saying a partner leaked inside information.

FDA: DO NOT CONSUME, MAKE OR SELL DMAA-CONTAINING SUPPLEMENTS - April 15, 2013

In a definitive warning sent out on April 12, the Food and Drug Administration urged consumers not to consume any workout boosters or fat-burning products containing DMAA, the once-popular ingredient that had been widely available on U.S. retail shelves.

CREATIVE MEMORIES FILES CH. 11, WILL CUT 163 JOBS - April 18, 2013

St. Cloud-based scrapbooking company Creative Memories filed for bankruptcy for the second time in five years and plans to lay off 163 employees.

NUSKIN SEES $1B IN SALES FOR ANTI-AGING PRODUCTS - April 18, 2013

Nu Skin Enterprises, one of the world's top five direct-selling companies, expects its sales in China to exceed $1 billion this year and to achieve five-fold growth in the coming five years.

WEIGHTWATCHERS AND HERBALIFE DOMINATE THE US WEIGHT MANAGEMENT MARKET - April 17, 2013

Revenues within the US weight management market grew 1.7% through 2012, to reach an industry value of $61.6 billion. By the end of 2013 this value has been estimated to increase by 2.6%.

A PLOT TWIST AT HERBALIFE DRAWS AUDITORS - April 11, 2013

Herbalife, which describes itself as a global nutrition company, and which critics deride as a purveyor of overpriced products that is really a pyramid scheme preying on naïve people with dreams of easy wealth, has already provided one of the best stock market dramas in years.

ORIFLAME PREPARES TO CASH IN ON AVON'S DEPARTURE - April 11, 2013

DIRECT selling can be a funny proposition in Ireland, unlike for example, in the United States. On the face of it there can sometimes seem to be little appetite for such a sales method in this country.

10 WAYS THE CONSUMER PAYMENT EXPERIENCE HAS EVOLVED MOST RECENTLY - April 10, 2013

For years, the bricks-and-mortar shopping experience has centered upon the consumer selecting a tangible good on a shelf and paying a clerk at the front of the store for the item. Over the years, the only part that has really changed about this process was the method of payment that was used to pay for it.

BRAND VALUATION COMPANY RELEASES LISTING OF "MOST VALUABLE COSMETIC BRANDS" - April 9, 2013

Brand valuation and marketing company Brand Finance released its annual study of the top 50 most valuable cosmetics brands.

AVON TO ELIMINATE 400 JOBS, LEAVE IRELAND IN COST CUT PLAN - April 8, 2013

Avon Products Inc. (AVP), the door-to-door cosmetics seller, will exit Ireland and cut 400 jobs worldwide as part of a plan to save $400 million by 2016.

JEWELL TO OFFER UPSCALE ACCESSORIES VIA DIRECT-SALE - April 5, 2013

A new direct-sales business that’s a sister to Columbus-based Thirty-One Gifts will be launched on Monday.

SCENTSY ADDS MOBILE PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY - April 4, 2013

Scentsy has selected PayAnywhere as its exclusive mobile processing partner, making the PayAnywhere mobile app and credit card reader the mobile credit card processing tool of choice for its independent consultants across the US.

BIG PROFITS IN DIRECT SELLING - April 4, 2013

I n 2011, Malaysia was ranked 10th in terms of sales turnover in the global direct selling industry. By 2012, the Direct Selling Blue Print launched by the Domestic Trade, Cooperative and Consumerism Ministry reckoned it will rope in some RM20bil in revenue by 2020.

PARTYLITE, WORLD LEADER IN DIRECT SALES OF CANDLES, CANDLE ACCESSORIES AND HOME FRAGRANCE PRODUCTS, CELEBRATES 40TH ANNIVERSARY IN APRIL - April 4, 2013

For the world’s largest direct-seller of candles, candle holders and accessories, scent warmers and premium home fragrances, April 2013 marks a delightful milestone. It’s the 40th anniversary worldwide of PartyLite!

CAN YOU REALLY MAKE MONEY IN DIRECT SALES? - April 1, 2013

One of the most popular questions I get asked about flexible and part-time work options is: “Can I really earn a living working in direct sales?”

AL INTERNATIONAL, INC. (JCOF) ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2012 RESULTS - April 1, 2013

AL International, Inc. (OTC Pink: JCOF) (www.alintjcof.com) today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2012.

BUYING FROM FRIENDS IS A GREAT WAY TO SHOP - March 28, 2013

Some of my favorite everyday products have been purchased from some of my favorite everyday people.

HERBALIFE ANNOUNCES THAT IT WILL CONTINUE TO BE OFFICIAL NUTRITION PARTNER OF FC SPARTAK MOSCOW FOR THE 2013-14 SEASON - March 27, 2013

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Herbalife (NYSE: HLF) has announced that it will continue as the Official Nutrition Partner of FC Spartak Moscow for the 2013-2014 Russian Premier League season.

THE IMPACT OF THE GLOBAL RISE IN PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT - March 27, 2013

Since the global economic downturn of 2008-2009 there has been a significant rise in the number of part-time workers globally.

CONTAGIOUS: HOW DO THINGS GO VIRAL? - March 27, 2013

Which product gets the most word of mouth buzz?

ORGANO GOLD AUSTRALIA: HEALTHY COFFEE BUSINESS ORGANO GOLD LAUNCHING IN AUSTRALIA IN 2013 - March 26, 2013

The healthy coffee business Organo Gold is coming to Australia and New Zealand in the first quarter of 2013. According to successful home business entrepreneurs, now is the time to position yourself at the front of the Organo Gold Australia wave.

AVON CLOSES $1.5B NOTE OFFERING, WILL REPAY DEBT - March 14, 2013

NEW YORK (AP) -- Avon has completed a public offering of $1.5 billion senior unsecured notes and entered into a $1 billion four-year unsecured revolving credit facility.

FTC CLARIFIES ITS RULES FOR MOBILE, SOCIAL ADS - March 12, 2013

Advertising delivered through social media or on mobile phones needs to provide clear disclosures and abide by the same requirements that apply to newspaper and television messages, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission said.

MINI-MADOFFS - NOTABLE PONZI SCHEMES - March 10, 2013

Bernard Madoff, a prominent money manager and former chairman of the Nasdaq stock market, pleaded guilty in 2009 to losing $50 billion of his investors’ funds in a Ponzi scheme.

QUEEN OF CLEAN GETS ONLINE BUG - March 10, 2013

The internet has reshaped ENJO, but founder Barb de Corti refuses to let it crash the cleaning company's party plans.

NATURE'S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR FINANCIAL RESULTS - March 9, 2013

Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. (Nasdaq:NATR), a leading natural health and wellness company engaged in the manufacture and direct selling of nutritional and personal care products, today reported its consolidated financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, and increased its quarterly cash dividend to $0.10 per share.

CATCH THE NUANCES OF DIRECT SELLING INDUSTRY - March 7, 2013

To have an edge over other fast growing East and South-East Asian economies, the government needs to formulate and enact a new policy for the direct selling and multi-level marketing industry.

AND THE AWARD GOES TO ... IDENTITY THEFT! - March 5, 2013

The Federal Trade Commission released its annual Report of National Consumer Complaints for 2012 and for the 13th consecutive year identity theft is the number one complaint reported by consumers.

TUPPERWARE GROOMS LEADERS TO LEARN, CARE AND MENTOR - March 1, 2013

Rick Goings, 67, can bench-press 210 pounds. He weighs 190 pounds. Chairman and chief executive of Tupperware Brands (TUP), Goings has also practiced Transcendental Meditation for 35 years.

THE DESK: PYRAMID SCHEME SEEMED PERFECTLY INNOCENT - February 28, 2013

A half-dozen naturopaths came together within the past few years for what they considered an empowerment movement that supported fellow female entrepreneurs and the local economy.

HERBALIFE GIVES ICAHN TWO SEATS ON BOARD, SHARES INCREASE - February 28, 2013

Herbalife Ltd. announced an agreement with billionaire investor Carl Icahn, who owns more than 13% of Herbalife's stock, that will allow him to add two members to its board and give him the right to increase his holdings to one-quarter of the company’s shares.

MELALEUCA SHARES REASON BEHIND SUCCESS - February 27, 2013

A well-known local company is saying their consumer-direct marketing business model is helping them flourish.

AMWAY OPENS FIRST NORTH AMERICAN BUSINESS CENTER AT NEW YORK METS STADIUM - February 26, 2013

ADA, MI -- Amway is opening its first North American business center in an unexpected location: a baseball stadium.

HOME'S WHERE WE LIKE TO PARTY AND SELL SOME PRODUCTS - February 24, 2013

AT-home product parties are still a real income spinner for women. Callie Watson reports.

MEN MUSCLE IN TO WOMAN'S WORLD - February 22, 2013

Ding dong! It’s the Avon MAN calling... For over 126 years, the company that founded Avon has been ringing a bell with women looking to earn from jobs they could work around their families.

AVON WEIGHS EXIT FROM MORE COUNTRIES - February 21, 2013

ORGANIC COSMETICS DEADLOCKED? - February 19, 2013

The slowdown of natural and organic cosmetics growth rates, combined with the failure of some iconic brands, despite their support by leading groups, raise questions about the potential of a segment which, in many countries, is not able to capture a significant share of the cosmetics market.

HERBALIFE LTD. ANNOUNCES RECORD FOURTH QUARTER 2012 AND RECORD FULL YEAR RESULTS, AND RAISES 2013 EARNING GUIDANCE - February 19, 2013

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF) today reported fourth quarter net sales of $1.1 billion, reflecting an increase of 20 percent compared to the same time period in 2011 on volume point growth of 18 percent.

DIRECT-SELLING GIANT AMWAY QUIETLY BUILDS BRANDS, RACKS UP SALES - February 18, 2013

Reported $11.3 Billion in Sales Last Year and Is Bigger Than Avon, Yet It's Not a Household Name

BRAZIL'S BOOMING BEAUTY MARKET DRAWS INVESTORS - February 13, 2013

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Looking good has always been serious business in Brazil. Now it's big business, too.

ANOTHER RECORD YEAR IN SALES FOR MELALEUCA - February 11, 2013

Consumer direct marketing company Melaleuca, announced annual revenues of $1.13-billion for calendar year 2012.

HERBALIFE FIGHTS PYRAMID CHARGE WITH DISTRIBUTOR DATA - February 6, 2013

(Reuters) - Herbalife Inc (HLF.N) disclosed more information on Wednesday about how much its U.S. distributors earn, looking to provide more clarity as it defends its business model from critics like billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman.

BOOM IN OVER-50S OPTING TO BE THEIR OWN BOSS - February 6, 2013

The financial crisis and a fundamental shift in attitudes to work have sparked an unprecedented boom in British workers becoming their own boss, led by the baby boomer generation.

COULD WOMEN BE THE FUTURE OF ONLINE RETAIL? - February 6, 2013

It may come as no surprise that the shopping habits of women and men are different - but it could be women that storm ahead when it comes to online shopping in future according to a new report.

SOCIAL BEAUTY: HOW NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN SOCIAL MEDIA ARE CHANGING THE INDUSTRY - February 4, 2013

According to Lamine Lahouasnia, retailing analyst with Euromonitor International—which will be included in the marketing trends presentations at the in-cosmetics 2013 show taking place in Paris, April 16–18, 2013—global Internet retailing only accounted for around 4% of total retail sales in 2012.

UPDATE 3 - HERBALIFE SLAMS NEWS REPORT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT PROBE - February 4, 2013

Herbalife Ltd on Monday disputed a newspaper report that said it was the subject of a law enforcement probe, with the company saying the report had "misleading and inaccurate information."

DIRECT SELLING - "THE THINGS WE THINK BUT DO NOT SAY ..." - February 1, 2013

One of my favorite movie moments is a scene from the film Jerry Maguire. It’s where Jerry, a successful sports agent becomes inspired to write a critical “mission statement” for his industry.

DUBIOUS PONZI & MLM SCHEMES - February 1, 2013

Investors losing money, or falling for dubious Ponzi schemes, is not a recent phenomenon; this has been happening for decades and it is not restricted only to India.

NEW RESEARCH SAYS COSMECEUTICALS RANK AS THE FASTEST GROWING BEAUTY CATEGORY - January 31, 2013

The market for cosmeceuticals, or cosmetics and beauty products that contain active pharmaceutical ingredients to exhibit therapeutic effects on the skin, represents the fastest growing segment of today’s beauty industry, according to a recent report.

THE TOP 20 EMERGING MARKETS - January 31, 2013

Investors have been pouring money into emerging markets—to the tune of $50 billion last year for mutual funds that invest in developing countries, according to EPFR Global.

DOOR-TO-DOOR SOLICITING LIMITS ADVANCE - January 30, 2013

Evanston aldermen voted to introduce an ordinance cracking down on door-to-door soliciting this week, and sent it back to staff to consider restricting such activity to daylight hours only.

FEDERAL, STATE REGULATORS SHUT DOWN FORTUNE HI-TECH - January 28, 2013

The Federal Trade Commission and three state attorneys general announced Monday that they shut down a national multilevel marketing company they called a "global pyramid scheme" because recruiting others was the only way to make money.

DING DONG ... IT'S THE AVON MAN CALLING! - January 27, 2013

Our male counterparts are turning to beauty sales jobs as a result of the recession An Avon lady peddling products door-to-door is a familiar sight. But now you might just find it’s a man standing on your door step offering up beauty tips.

ENTREPRENEUR OF YEAR GUIDED ARBONNE THROUGH BANKRUPTCY - January 25, 2013

Less than a month after Kay Napier became chief executive at Arbonne International, an Irvine company that does direct sales of cosmetics, the company's bankers told her they were going to take the company through bankruptcy.

WINNING THE $30 TRILLION DECATHLON - January 2013

By 2025, more than half of the world’s population will have joined the consuming classes, driving annual consumption in emerging markets to $30 trillion. Global companies must master ten key disciplines—or miss the defining growth opportunity of our times.

ICAHN SAYS NO RESPECT FOR BILL ACKMAN AFTER HERBALIFE BET - January 25, 2013

Carl Icahn, reviving a decade-old feud with hedge-fund manager William Ackman, said the founder of Pershing Square Capital Management LP is taking “inordinate” risks in a wager against Herbalife Ltd. disclosed last year.

HOW TO RETAIN TRUST IN YOUR BRAND - January 23, 2013

Trust in business is at its highest point since 2007, according to the 2013 Edelman Trust Barometer, but it remains fragile and businesses must use their corporate brand reputation as well as product brands to strengthen trust.

WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS: THE SILPADA SUCCESS STORY - January 23, 2013

Silpada jewelry has become a household name for women around the world who love finely crafted sterling silver jewelry that can be brought right to their home. Bonnie Kelly and Teresa Walsh, co-founders of Silpada, built their business on friendship and hard work and are here to share their secrets to both.

CHOOSE A PYRAMID-STYLE BUSINESS WITH CAUTION - January 20, 2013

THERE are almost no barriers to entry, but earning a living in a multilevel structure is more work than one expects, writes Tina Weavind.

2013 ETHOS AWARDS PROGRAM NOW ACCEPTING ENTRIES - January 17, 2013

DSA’s annual awards program, the ETHOS Awards, is now accepting entries. Your company may enter its best programs in 19 subcategories across seven categories, providing a wide range of opportunity for recognition.

SCENTSY FILES FLURRY OF COURT DOCUMENTS TO PROTECT BRAND NAME - January 15, 2013

Meridian direct sales giant Scentsy has filed a federal court request in a bid to stop unauthorized sales of its products. Scentsy wants to compel Amazon.com to give up the names of sellers on the website who are offering Scentsy products. Scentsy submitted a list of 100 different products displayed on Amazon in a request for subpoena...

BEHIND THE BRAND: AMWAY'S GLOBAL GROWTH STRATEGY - January 14, 2013

Candace Matthews has been CMO at Amway far longer than typical CMO tenure; she joined in 2007.

THE DIRECT SELLING PERCEPTION PROBLEM - January 11, 2013

For the general consumer, the battle around Herbalife has thrust the direct sales business model to the media spotlight.

CVSL AND THE LONGABERGER COMPANY SIGN LETTER OF INTENT FOR LONGABERGER TO JOIN CVSL - January 11, 2013

Ohio-based The Longaberger Company and Computer Vision Systems Laboratories Corp. (stock symbol: CVSL) have signed a letter of intent (LOI) for CVSL to acquire a controlling voting interest in Longaberger.

STELLA & DOT REDEFINES WOMEN'S WORKPLACE - January 11, 2013

Walking into Stella & Dot's San Bruno offices, it's clear that this is a company geared toward girlie fun, from the friendly employees to the jar of blue and green candy in the entryway.

HERBALIFE DEFENSE FAILS TO CONVINCE INVESTORS - January 10, 2013

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) — Herbalife Ltd. shares sank 10% from the day’s highs after hedge fund manager and short-seller Bill Ackman said the company’s nearly three-hour presentation to Wall Street — a detailed rebuttal of accusations that the firm was a pyramid scheme — did nothing to change his mind.

HERBALIFE IN INVESTOR MEETING SAYS ACKMAN PYRAMID CASE WRONG - January 10, 2013

Herbalife Ltd. (HLF) Chief Executive Officer Michael Johnson accused hedge fund manager Bill Ackman of “gross mischaracterizations” about the nutrition company’s direct-selling model as Herbalife executives mounted a point-by- point defense for investors.

THE MONEY BEHIND HERBALIFE, MARY KAY AND OTHERS - January 10, 2013

Lately, all eyes have been on Herbalife, a $4 billion weight loss and nutritional supplement company that hedge fund manager Bill Ackman has attacked as an alleged "pyramid scheme."

A SOCIAL TWIST ON DIRECT SELLING HELPS NET KITSY LANE $3.5 MILLION IN FUNDING - January 10, 2013

Putting a social spin on the direct sales model popularized by Avon Products Inc. and Tupperware has helped Kitsy Lane raise $3.5 million in a Series A funding round.

HOW MULTI-LEVEL MARKETERS DODGED A BULLET - January 9, 2013

How's this for irony: Early last year the Federal Trade Commission enacted the new so-called Business Opportunity Rule that covered such business pitches as operating vending machines, jewelry display racks or making extra cash by working at home.

XANGO SERVES 5 MILLION MEALS TO MALNOURISHED CHILDREN AND ADULTS THROUGH MEAL PACK PROGRAM DONATIONS - January 8, 2013

Utah-based global direct sales company XANGO, LLC, is known for being the first to bring the mangosteen fruit to a worldwide market.

USANA SURPASSES COMPANY RECORD WITH MORE THAN 85 AWARDS IN 2012 - January 7, 2013

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA), a global nutritional company, today announced that in 2012, it earned more than 85 national and international accolades for its world-class products, innovative marketing tools, exceptional executive leadership and strategic partnerships with elite athletes, scientific experts and research institutions.

UPDATE: HERBALFE COMPLETES PURCHASE OF FORMER DELL PLANT - January 3, 2013

Herbalife Ltd. confirmed Thursday it has completed the $22.2 million purchase of the former Dell Inc. manufacturing plant in southeastern Winston-Salem

HOW TO BALANCE TRADITIONAL, ONLINE, AND SOCIAL MEDIA - January 3, 2013

Getting the right marketing mix has always been a challenge, but never more than now with the explosion in social and digital channels.

TOP 10 CONSUMER TRENDS FOR 2013 - January 2, 2013

For 2013, we have chosen not to highlight trends such as thrift, urban consumers and the consumer love affair with mobile technology in stand-alone trends because they have become so ubiquitous – preferring to discuss them in the context of other key global consumer trends.

ACTIVIST TAKES ON ACKMAN OVER HERBALIFE - January 2, 2013

There's nothing better than one activist taking on another, and that's just what Robert Chapman of Chapman Capital is doing to Pershing Square's Bill Ackman over Herbalife.

ACKMAN, HERBALIFE AND CELEBRITY SHORT SELLERS - January 1, 2013

It’s good to be a rock star investor these days, particularly if you are betting against a company.

CREDITORS SUE GE CAPITAL IN PETTERS PONZI SCHEME - December 31, 2012

General Electric Capital Corp. is being sued by creditors of hedge funds defrauded by the Thomas Petters Ponzi scheme. Creditors contend the finance subsidiary of General Electric Co. kept quiet after discovering the fraud to allow time for Petters to repay a $45 million loan.

CONSUMER ADVOCATES LEAD PUSH FOR 'GREEN' COSMETICS - December 29, 2012

(CNN) -- Cosmetics are a part of the daily grooming regimen for women across the country, but now consumer advocates say your favorite lipstick or mascara may be harmful to your health.

NATURA RISKLESS RETURN FACES THREAT ON EXPANSION ABROAD - December 28, 2012

Natura (NATU3) Cosmeticos SA, Brazil’s largest maker of beauty products, is expanding abroad after its focus on the domestic market helped deliver the best risk- adjusted return on the benchmark index.

MOST POWERFUL WOMEN: A YEAR OF HIGHS AND LOWS - December 26, 2012

It was a year of major milestones -- and disappointments -- for female business power players. A look at some of the biggest leadership moves in 2012.

REVIEW MEETING THIS WEEK ON MULTI LEVEL MARKETING ACTIVITIES: SACHIN PILOT - December 24, 2012

NEW DELHI: Corporate Affairs Ministry will hold a detailed review meeting this week to formulate ways to curb illegal Multi Level Marketing (MLM) investment schemes, amid rising instances of investor money being swindled through such activities.

WYOMING NATIVE NICK SARNICOLA WANTS TO GIVE AWAY $1 MILLION TO TRAIN YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS - December 24, 2012

G RAND RAPIDS, MI – As a baseball and football star at Wyoming Park High School, Nick Sarnicola says he was never exposed to what would become his passion — being an entrepreneur.

HERBALIFE SHARES DOWN ON PYRAMID SCHEME ALLEGATION - December 20, 2012

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Herbalife Ltd.'s shares fell sharply for the second day on hedge fund manager William Ackman's allegations that the nutritional supplements company is a pyramid scheme.

GUILT BY ASSOCIATION - December 20, 2012

Three months to rise 24.4% and just two days to cut this gain in half. If you’ve been a shareholder of Nu Skin Enterprises (NUS) over the past three months, this is what you’ve experienced.

HERBALIFE COMPANY STATEMENT REGARDING ACKMAN ALLEGATIONS - December 19, 20 12

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Herbalife Chairman and CEO Michael O. Johnson responded today to questions regarding hedge fund manager William Ackman’s claims about Herbalife by saying, “The allegation that Herbalife is a pyramid scheme is bogus. Make no mistake: Today’s announcement isn’t about Herbalife’s business model. It’s about Bill Ackman’s business model.”

THE WORST CEO SCREW-UPS OF 2012 - December 19, 2012

Which CEOs did the most abominable jobs managing their companies this year? We have plenty to choose from in 2012.

EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING OF ORIFLAME COSMETICS S.A. - December 19, 2012

Oriflame Cosmetics S.A. today held its Extraordinary General Meeting ("EGM") in Luxembourg.

BLYTH, INC. AND VISALUS FOUNDERS EXECUTE NEW AGREEMENT - December 18, 2012

Founders To Retain Significant Ownership Interest in ViSalus

HOW BEAUTY SITE MYSHOWCASE CREATES ENTREPRENEURS - December 17, 2012

Entrepreneurialism comes in many shapes and sizes. Nancy Cruickshank's goal is to create thousands of female entrepreneurs, explains Emma Sinclair in her latest Biz Idol.

FOR FIRST TIME, BRITS WILL DO MOST HOLIDAY SPENDING ONLINE - December 17, 2012

British consumers will do the bulk of their holiday shopping online for the first time this year, according to a report from SDL Campaign Management & Analytics.

RECHARGED FROM A REFIT - December 17, 2012

Carrie Charlick and Marcia Cubitt finally have windows in their offices, and more importantly, a vision for how their company can sustain long-term growth.

THE WORST CEOS OF 2012 - December 13, 2012

Who are the absolute worst chief executives of 2012?

HEALTH RANKINGS: USA IS LIVING LONGER, BUT SICKER - December 11, 2012

Medical advances are allowing more people to live with obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure.

6 TRENDS THAT WILL SHAPE DIGITAL IN 2013 - December 10, 2012

Digital marketing has already had its share of watershed moments. 2013 is not going to be "the year of the [fill in the blank]." Instead, 2013 is going to build on the digital accomplishments of the past.

LONGABERGER COMPANY HEADQUARTERS' LOOKS LIKE A GIANT PICNIC BASKET - December 11, 2012

One company in Ohio seems to be making a concerted effort to make employees feel small.

31 FAKE MLM COULD LOSE REGISTRATION - December 8, 2012

In a major move, the government has cancelled registration of 31 multi-level marketing (MLM) companies as the intelligence agency and the authorities concerned found their papers fake, officials said.

JUSURU ® INTERNATIONAL ACCEPTED AS MEMBER OF DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION - December 7, 2012

After completing a minimum one-year pending period during which its marketing and business plans are rigorously reviewed to ensure compliance with all provisions of the Direct Selling Association (DSA) Code of Ethics, Jusuru International, Inc.

SOCIAL NETWORKS DRIVE ONLINE SALES - December 6, 2012

10% of consumers have bought online based on a social media ad, a report says.

10 GLOBAL CONSUMER TRENDS FOR THE NEXT FIVE YEARS - December 6, 2012

Today’s consumers are value-conscious, interactive, multicultural, health-driven, socially responsible and always connected. In developed markets, conspicuous consumption is out, with personal appearance and wellbeing taking priority over the accumulation of material possessions.

SO OLD-SCHOOL IT'S NEW: DIRECT SALES AND THE NEW RECIPE FOR RETAIL - December 6, 2012

Direct sales aren't just for Avon ladies and the Fuller brush man--in fact, they're getting downright modern again and work as a cost-savings tool and a customer-service play. Hil Davis, founder of luxury menswear brand J. Hilburn, elaborates.

THE HALLMARKS OF LEGITIMATE DIRECT SELLING / NETWORK MARKETING COMPANIES - December 6, 2012

Every once in a while, those looking at our company have questions about the legitimacy of this industry. What would be your advice on what we should say to them?

FORGET "WORK-LIFE BALANCE' - GIVE US CHOICES INSTEAD - December 4, 2012

Forget work-life balance. We want a little bit of everything.

COURT ORDERS ATTACHMENT OF DESTINY PROPERTIES - November 28, 2012

A Dhaka court Tuesday ordered to attach all movable and immovable properties of Destiny 2000 Limited, its Chairman, Managing Director and his wife in two money laundering cases, reports bdnews24.com.

NOT ALL PONZI SCHEMES ARE ACTUALLY FRAUDULENT - November 28, 2012

PONZI schemes are news again. But what are they and how should they be regulated, if at all?

BRANDS URGED TO 'WAKE UP' TO MOBILE WEB - November 27, 2012

Brands have been urged to “wake up” and ensure their websites are mobile-ready or face losing billions in sales as new research finds consumer demand for mobile optimised sites is set to rocket next year.

MARY KAY FOUNDATION GIVES $100,000 TO KU MED CENTER FOR OVARIAN CANCER RESEARCH - November 26, 2012

A $100,000 grant from the Mary Kay Foundation will help Kansas University Medical Center researchers work to improve early detection of ovarian cancer.

MULTI-LEVEL MARKETING: CON QUEST - November 26, 2012

Thanks to supportive politicians and shirking regulators, MLMs continue to con millions with impunity

AMWAY TO SET UP FIRST MANUFACTURING FACILITY IN THE COUNTRY - November 19, 2012

Direct selling FMCG major Amway India today said it will set up its first manufacturing facility in the country in Tamil Nadu at an estimated investment of Rs 550 crore.

CHLOE + ISABEL INTERTWINES SOCIAL MEDIA AND DIRECT SELLING - November 19, 2012

Chloe + Isabel announced the launch of a new online platform for its network of merchandisers. With this launch, Chloe + Isabel integrates social media and direct selling – taking the traditional Avon-model for direct sales into the digital age, and demonstrating its leadership in the social commerce space.

ARE GROUP BUYING AND DAILY DEALS ON THEIR WAY OUT? - November 14, 2012

Group buying and daily deal sites, such as Groupon and LivingSocial are under scrutiny. In theory they sound like a win-win situation with retailers guaranteed some level of new customers, and consumers finding a cheaper deal.

NU SKIN ENTERPRISES ENTERS INTO AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE NOX TECHNOLOGIES - November 14, 2012

PROVO, Utah, Nov. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS) announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire NOX Technologies, Inc., a biotechnology and biodiagnostic company based in Malvern, Pennsylvania for $12.5 million.

50 MULTILEVEL MARKETING FIRMS ARE UNDER ECONOMIC OFFENSES WING PROBE - November 14, 2012

MUMBAI: The economic offences wing (EOW) is at present investigating at least 50 multilevel marketing (MLM) companies, suspected to have duped investors of over Rs 2,500 crore.

NU SKIN ENTERPRISES ANNOUNCES 2013 ANNUAL GUIDANCE - November 14, 2012

PROVO, Utah, Nov. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS) provided its 2013 financial guidance in advance of its annual investor day.

MORE THAN HALF OF AUSSIE EMPLOYEES ARE 'DE-MOTIVATED' - November 12, 2012

Every second employee in Australia and New Zealand works in a ‘de-energising’ organisational climate, according to research.

USANA HEALTH SCIENCES RECEIVES SEVEN MARCOM AWARDS - November 8, 2012

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA), a global nutritional company, learned today that it is the recipient of seven MarCom Awards for its creative excellence in the marketing and communication fields. USANA, which unveiled its new corporate branding in August, received top honors for its overall rebranding campaign, logo and improved sales tools.

WHY BRAZIL IS A SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETER'S DREAM - November 8, 2012

Brazil is one of the fastest-growing social media markets in the world. According comScore's "2012 Brazil Digital Future in Focus" report, more than 46 million Brazilians are online, and 97 percent of those use social media.

LIFEVANTAGE ANNOUNCES STRONG FIRST QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2013 RESULTS - November 8, 2012

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 8, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LifeVantage Corporation (Nasdaq:LFVN), a company dedicated to helping people achieve healthy living through a combination of a compelling business opportunity and scientifically validated products, including its patented dietary supplement Protandim®, the Nrf2 Synergizer®, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended September 30, 2012.

MANNATECH REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2012 FINANCIAL RESULTS - November 7, 2012

COPPELL, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mannatech, Incorporated (NASDAQ: MTEX), a leading developer and provider of nutritional supplements and skin care products based on Real Food Technology® solutions, today reported net income of $2.2 million, or $0.83 per diluted share, for the third quarter ending September 30, 2012, compared to a net loss of $3.7 million, or $1.38 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2011.

S&P REVISES RATINGS OUTLOOK ON AVON - November 5, 2012

NEW YORK (AP) — Credit rating agency Standard & Poor's on Monday revised its outlook on Avon Products Inc. to 'negative' from 'stable.'

ATHOME AMERICA ACQUIRED BY CHICAGO EXECUTIVE TEAM, LAUNCH NEW AT HOME - November 5, 2012

At Home, a new innovative direct sales company, has been created from assets of the former AtHome America, which were purchased out of liquidation by a team of seasoned executives in the direct-selling industry.

MARKET DRIVING TRENDS FOR 2013 - November 1, 2012

Innova Market Insights’ ongoing analysis of key trends and developments in new product activity has resulted in its identification of 10 key emerging trends likely to impact the food and drinks market through 2013 and beyond.

THERE'S A NEW AVON LADY (CEO): WHAT'S HER PLAN ON THAT 5.7% DIVIDEND YIELD? - October 31, 2012

If you don’t believe that stock prices will rise very much in the next few years, it’s natural to want to buy shares that are paying out healthy dividends. Healthy means amply covered by the company’s cash flow.

RISING CHILDCARE COSTS KEEP MOTHERS AT HOME: SIX OUT OF TEN SAY THERE IS LITTLE TO NO FINANCIAL BENEFIT IN WORKING - October 30, 2 012

The number of new mothers deciding to stay at home rather than go back to work has risen sharply as childcare costs spiral.

10 THINGS DIRECT-SALES MARKETERS WON'T SAY - October 26, 2012

Even if you don’t recognize the jargon used to describe their business, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered reps from direct-sales or multilevel-marketing companies before — possibly in your own living room.

NATURA SEEKS GROWTH IN ARGENTINA - October 26, 2012

Brazilian direct seller Natura announced that its Argentine-based operations will double manufacturing capabilities in the near term—a decision made due to increasing Argentine government policies of reducing imports.

BARON AND BUDD FILES DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING LAWSUIT AGAINST AVON - October 23, 2012

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, the national law firm of Baron and Budd filed a class action lawsuit against beauty company AVON for misrepresenting certain “anti-aging” products to consumers.

10TH ANNUAL NEW YORK AVON WALK FOR BREAST CANCER RAISES MORE THAN $8.3 MILLION - October 22, 2012

NEW YORK, October 22, 2012 – The 10th annual Avon Walk for Breast Cancer season continued with the Avon Walk New York this weekend, which raised more than $8.3 million to advance access to care and research to prevent and ultimately find a cure for breast cancer.

DRESDEN REBRANDS SELF AFTER LONGABERBER SHRINKS - October 19, 2012

In the heart of Dresden sits the world’s largest basket, a woven wooden basket that’s 48 feet long and 23 feet tall.

AMWAY LEADS AVAILABILITY RATINGS IN SEPTEMBER - October 17, 2012

Amway.com had the best availability score in Internet Explorer and Firefox testing among large retailers tested in September, says Compuware Gomez. Last month, the retailer posted 100% availability in tests for both browsers.

JAMA STUDY LINKS MULTIVITAMINS TO MODEST CANCER REDUCTION IN MEN - October 17, 2012

A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found “daily multivitamin supplementation modestly but significantly reduced the risk of total cancer” in a large population of healthy male physicians.

MARKETING TO THE ONLINE HISPANIC CONSUMER - October 11, 2012

Can you afford to ignore 33.5 million U.S. Internet users? Probably not. It might be a bit more difficult to market to the Hispanic population but it's certainly worthwhile. Hispanics have substantial purchasing power and they shop online.

TIPS ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR SMALL BUSINESS: #1 WHY YOU NEED IT - October 11, 2012

As the recent report from Econsultancy and Adobe has demonstrated, most companies now look at social media as a key part of their marketing and overall business strategies. 66% of digital marketers surveyed (working for companies with an annual turnover of more than £100m) agreed that ‘social media is integral to business strategy’, while 67% said that social media activity was ‘integral to their marketing mix’.

RETAILERS ARE LEARNING HOW CONSUMERS WANT TO SHOP ON THE IPAD - October 10, 2012

This year, 44% of online shoppers surveyed about their holiday shopping plans say they plan to use tablets, double the rate from last year, says Daren Tomey, director of business development at digital catalog platform provider Zmags.

THE RIGHT THING TO DO - October 10, 2012

Roger Barnett is CEO of Shaklee, a nutrition and personal care products company founded in 1956 on the principle, “follow the laws of nature and you’ll never go wrong.” Shaklee was one of the first companies to remove water-polluting phosphates from its cleaning products and became the first carbon neutral certified company in the world in 2000.

HERBALIFE'S NUTRITIONAL CLUB SALES WILL TAKE COMPANY TO THE NEXT LEVEL - October 10, 2012

Since writing my Seeking Alpha article - "Herbalife Information Disputes Pyramid Allegations," I have heard from people who have challenged the legitimacy of Herbalife's (HLF) claims that up to 40% of global sales are from its relatively new daily consumption business model as discussed below by Michael Johnson - Herbalife's Chairman and CEO "Herbalife's CEO Discusses Q2 2012 Results - Earnings Call Transcript," so I have researched the available information to see if I could determine if that claim was reasonable.

L'OREAL DENIES RUMORS THE BODY SHOP IS FOR SALE - October 9, 2012

L’Oréal has vehemently denied rumours that The Body Shop is being groomed for sale, after a source was quoted saying the business no longer fitted L’Oreal’s strategy.

GIVING THANKS - October 9, 2012

When Rich DeVos and Jay Van Andel decided to expand Amway beyond U.S. borders in 1962, they didn’t go far.

AVON'S JUNG TO LEAVE BOARD EARLY; NEW CEO IN SPOTLIGHT - October 9, 2012

(Reuters) - Avon Products Inc (AVP.N) will close the book on the Andrea Jung era at the end of the year, clearing the way for new Chief Executive Sheri McCoy to try to fix the iconic but struggling beauty products company.

WOMEN TO WATCH: STELLA & DOT FOUNDER JESSICA HERRING - October 8, 2012

Jessica Herrin, founder of Stella & Dot, sells jewelry. In fact, she sells lots of it -- $100 million worth last year alone -- by combining personal service with an e-commerce platform and social media.

AVON'S NEW CHAIRMAN FRED HASSAN - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW - October 5, 2012

After stepping down as CEO in December, Avon AVP +4.03% chairman Andrea Jung will resign at the end of the year, as the company still struggles to recover from a number of major missteps at home and abroad.

AVON EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN ANDREA JUNG TO STEP DOWN FROM BOARD AT YEAR END AFTER SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION - October 5, 2012

Avon Products, Inc. (NYSE: AVP) today announced that Andrea Jung has informed the Board of Directors that she will step down as Executive Chairman and Board member, effective December 31, 2012 after a successful transition to new leadership under CEO Sheri McCoy.

AMBIT ENERGY PLACED ON 2012 INFORMATION WEEK 500 LIST OF TOP TECHNOLOGY INNOVATORS ACROSS AMERICA - October 2, 2012

Ambit Energy, a leading national retail energy provider based in Dallas, was recognized on the 2012 InformationWeek 500 List of Top Technology Innovators, an annual listing of the nation’s most innovative users of business technology.

BLYTH, INC. ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT IN PRINCIPLE WITH VISALUS FOUNDERS - October 1, 2012

Founders Reaffirm Long-Term Commitment and Defer Blyth Buyout Until 2014

IS MLM A BAD WORD? - September 27, 2012

Ever been confused about how a “home business” works? Of course you have, so have we. Most people have heard the term MLM (Multi-Level Marketing) and usually at the end of that the word, “scheme” is added – giving the whole business model a bad name.

VISALUS CANCELS PLANNED IPO - September 26, 2012

Troy-based ViSalus Inc., a weight management and energy drink direct-sales company, has canceled its planned initial public offering, citing uncertain market conditions, The Associated Press reported.

IT AIN'T OVER: THEIR SIMPLE SOLUTIONS TO CUT CLUTTER MAKE MILLIONS - September 26, 2012

Growing up as the oldest of four, Karen Eschebach knew that if she wanted to keep something out of the hands of her younger siblings, everything had to have its place.

KEY SOCIO-ECONOMIC FACTS ABOUT SOME LARGE DIRECT SELLING MARKETS - PERU - September 24, 2012

A recent survey from CAPEVEDI gives some great insight into the world of Direct Selling in Peru.

NU SKIN ANNOUNCES CHINA EXPANSION PLANS - September 21, 2012

Following its Greater China leadership conference, Nu Skin (China) announces initial details of its five-year business development plan for mainland China.

THE MARY KAY FOUNDATION DONATES $3 MILLION TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTERS - September 20, 2012

In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, The Mary Kay FoundationSM awarded $3 million in grants to 150 domestic violence shelters in all 50 states.

AMBIT ENERGY HOSTS MORE THAN 9,000 FOR 6TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE - September 6, 2012

No. 1 “Fastest Growing Private Company” on the prestigious Inc. 500 list for 2010 and national retail energy leader, held its 6th Annual Conference, “Ambition 2012: Take Charge.” More than 9,000 Independent Consultants representing 32 states from Alaska to New York filled both the Hilton Anatole and the American Airlines Center over a span of five days starting on August 29.

AVON HELLO GREEN TOMORROW MAKES $1 MILLION CONTRIBUTION - September 5, 2012

The Avon Hello Green Tomorrow project, a global fundraising and mobilization program of Avon Products, Inc. [NYSE: AVP], has awarded a total of $1 million to The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to help end deforestation.

AMWAY CORP. CO-FOUNDER RICH DEVOS RECUPERATING AT HOME AFTER 'MILD STROKE' - September 5, 2012

Amway Corp. co-founder and Orlando Magic owner Rich DeVos is “in good condition and recuperating at home” after suffering a mild stroke last month, according to a statement released by the corporation today.

AVON TAPS PAULA ABDUL TO COLLABORATE ON AN EXCLUSIVE HOLIDAY ACCESSORY COLLECTION - August 22, 2012

Avon Products, Inc. today announced a partnership with internationally renowned choreographer, dancer, songwriter, performer, designer, actor and businesswoman Paula Abdul.

HERBALIFE SHORTS' PROBLEMS COULD BE GREAT BUYING OPPORTUNITY FOR LONGS - August 21, 2012

When a company's share price dives lower and stays lower based mainly on the silence of anyone including David Einhorn, you have to wonder why, especially when it's a company that has growing cash flow and growing earnings combined with large company share buybacks which have resulted in an even faster growing EPS.

FEDS HALT ALLEGED $600 MILLION ZEEKREWARDS PONZI SCHEME - August 18, 2012

How It Happened And What's Next . On Friday, August 17, 2012, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filed an emergency action in a North Carolina federal court, alleging that ZeekRewards and its founder, Paul R. Burks, were involved in one of the largest Ponzi schemes in history.

STANFORD UNIVERSITY RELEASES STATEMENT REITERATING ITS LONG-STANDING RELATIONSHIP WITH NU SKIN ENTERPRISES - August 17, 2012

Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS) reiterated its research relationship with Stanford University and announced that Stanford today issued the following release, which stated, "The Department of Dermatology in the Stanford School of Medicine has had a long-standing research-based relationship with Nu Skin Enterprises.

BLYTH UNIT VISALUS FILES FOR IPO - August 16, 2012

Nutritional supplements seller ViSalus Inc filed to raise up to $175 million in an initial public offering and plans to use the proceeds to pay a special dividend, sending shares of majority stockholder Blyth Inc to a four-year high.

DOOR-TO-DOOR SCAM OPERATIONS ON THE RISE - August 14, 2012

Deceptive door-to-door sales tactics are used year-round to sell all sorts of products and services: home improvement projects, security systems and monitoring, miracle cleaning products and even groceries.

US SEC SAYS SHUTS ZEEKREWARDS.COM $600 MILLION PONZI SCHEME - August 18, 2012

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said it shut down a $600 million online Ponzi scheme on the verge of collapse and won a court ordered emergency asset freeze to protect some of the more than 1 million investors it had attracted.

INVESTORS IN LEXINGTON PONZI SCHEME CONFUSED, UPSET - August 17, 2012

The Securities and Exchange Commission has shut down what they call a $600 million dollar online pyramid operation and Ponzi scheme allegedly headed by a Lexington businessman.

SEC SHUTS DOWN ZEEKREWARDS AS SCAM - August 17, 2012

The Securities and Exchange Commission said it has shut down ZeekRewards.com, a $600 million online Ponzi and pyramid scheme that was on the verge of collapse and had raised money from more than one million customers.

NYSE:BTH INVESTOR ALERT: INVESTIGATION OF BLYTH, INC. ANNOUNCED - August 12, 2012

The Shareholders Foundation announces that an investigation on behalf of investors of Blyth, Inc. (NYSE:BTH) shares was initiated over potential securities laws violations by Blyth, Inc. and certain of its directors and officers in connection certain financial statements.

DIRECT SELLING COS BANK ON E-COMMERCE TO GENERATE BIZ - July 27, 2012

Taking a cue from the boom in the e-commerce industry in India, direct selling companies have also started leveraging the power of the online platform to sell their products to their business owners .

NU SKIN ENTERPRISES' CEO DISCUSSES Q2 2012 RESULTS - EARNINGS TRANSCRIPT - July 26, 2012

Nu Skin Enterprises Inc (NUS) Q2 2012 Earnings Call July 26, 2012 12:00 PM ET…

COTY TEAMS UP WITH LG IN SOUTH KOREA - July 26, 2012

Coty Inc. and LG Household & Health Care have created Coty Korea, a joint venture established to expand the presence of both companies in the Korean cosmetics market.

FEW CONSUMERS KNOW HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT - July 25, 2012

Despite the amount of information available on weight management, a new study by HealthFocus® International shows that a wide disconnect continues to hamper weight loss efforts.

AMWAY INDIA: DONNING THE WAR PAINT - July 23, 2012

Amway India, a wholly-owned subsidiary of $10.9 billion Amway Corporation, USA, is looking to beef up its presence in India.

AVON CUT TO SELL FROM HOLD BY S&P - July 12, 2012

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Avon Products Inc. AVP +3.34%, the largest direct seller of beauty products, was cut to sell from hold by S&P Capital on Thursday ahead of the company's second-quarter release in late July.

AMWAY WORKING WITH CHINESE GOVERNMENT ON PROJECT THAT WILL FEED 500,000 CHILDREN A DAY - July 3, 2012

ADA, MI -- Amway is doing some very high-profile charity work in China.

VALLEY WORKS: DIRECT SELLING - July 3, 2012

FRESNO, California (KFSN) -- Sixteen-million people in this country are involved in the industry that sells you everything from make-up to household products. The Direct Selling Association says it saw a five percent increase in business last year.

SWEDEN'S ORIFLAME IN TALKS TO BUY INDIAN HEALTH DRINK MAKER - June 30, 2012

NEW DELHI: Oriflame, a company whose products have long graced dressing tables, may be about to move on to the dining tables in Indian homes.

MANAGING MILLENNIALS: WHY GEN Y WILL BE RUNNING THE COUNTRY BY 2020 [INFOGRAPHIC] - June 28, 2012

In just eight short years, 46% of the U.S. workforce will be comprised of millennials. Whether you’re frightened or excited by the prospect, the fact remains that young adults born between 1976 and 2001 will be running this country.

GENERATION Y WANTS PRODUCTS FOR EVERYDAY HEALTH MAINTENANCE - June 27, 2012

According to the most recent NMI Health and Wellness Study, Generation Y consumers (those born between 1977 and 2002) believe in the benefits of, and are willing to pay a premium for, functional foods.

MARY KAY EXPANDS IN INDIA - June 27, 2012

Mary Kay Cosmetics Pvt. Ltd., India previously has announced it anticipates investing approximately $20 million in India during the five years since inception in India and also has announced and additional investment of $10 million last year to continue building its presence there.

NOBODY THREW A PARTY BETTER THAN EARL TUPPER - June 27, 2012

Charlene Rosman, an 80-year-old grandmother in Tucson, Ariz., remembers a Tupperware party she attended in the late 1950s. "At the time, Tupperware parties were a national phenomenon," she told IBD.

WHY BABY BOOMERS ARE THE INNOVATORS OF THE FUTURE - June 26, 2012

Baby Boomers are starting companies at a faster pace than ever before, according to a March report by the Kauffman Foundation and younger workers lack the disposable income and job prospects they once had.

SORRY, MARKETERS, YOU'RE DOING TWITTER WRONG [REPORT] - June 26, 2012

Most marketers are tweeting too much on the wrong days, not using hashtags enough and almost never do the one thing that will dramatically boost their retweets — ask for them — according to a new study looking at how marketers use Twitter from Buddy Media. 6/26/12

TUPPERWARE TO INCREASE SALES FORCE, THINKS OUT OF BOX - June 21, 2012

One of the popular direct selling companies providing premium food-storage containers in India, Tupperware, in a marked departure from its print-led marketing strategy launched a new campaign ‘She Can, You Can’, its first ever television commercial in 16 years of existence in India.

AMWAY JOINS SELLERS LOBBYING AGAINST DISTRIBUTOR-PROTECTION RULE - June 21, 2012

For years so-called multilevel or direct-selling marketers, which enlist individuals to flog vitamins, cosmetics, and weight-loss supplements to their friends and acquaintances, have drawn criticism from consumer advocates who liken the businesses to illegal pyramid schemes.

MARKETERS, MEET MOMS ON SOCIAL NETWORKS - June 20, 2012

eMarketer forecasts 82% of mom internet users will be on a social network in 2012

REPORT SHOWS INCREASING GROWTH OF ETHNIC BEAUTY MARKET - June 19, 2012

There is good reason to be optimistic about the market for health and beauty care products targeted to minorities, according to Ethnic Hair, Skin, and Cosmetic Products in the U.S., a newly report from Packaged Facts.

HOW UGLY CAN THINGS GET FOR AVON? - June 19, 2012

Shares of Avon Products (NYS: AVP) hit a 52-week low on Monday. Let's take a look at how it got there and see whether cloudy skies are still in the forecast.

FDA TO ISSUE REVISED NDI GUIDANCE - June 19, 2012

The FDA has announced that it plans to promulgate a revised draft guidance on new dietary ingredients (NDIs) used in dietary supplements.

EXEC AT THIRTY-ONE GIFTS MOVES UP TO PRESIDENT - June 18, 2012

Thirty-One Gifts has named a new president.

INDIA IS OUR FASTEST GROWING MARKET: AMWAY - June 13, 2012

Buoyed by healthy double-digit growth, direct selling company Amway is planning huge investments to enhance its market share in India.

FROM CLEARING PLATES TO LEADING A COMPANY: HOW THE DEVOS BROTHERS GREW UP TO CHANGE AMWAY - June 8, 2012

DALLAS – Even as children, Rich DeVos made sure his brood had a kids-eye view of what it took to run the family business that is Amway.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP IS THE NEW WOMEN'S MOVEMENT - June 8, 2012

Women are leaving the workforce in droves in favor of being at home. Not to be a homemaker, but as job-making entrepreneurs.

AVON DOWNGRADED TO UNDERPERFORM - ANALYST BLOG - June 7, 2012

We have downgraded Avon Products Inc. (AVP), one of the leading global beauty companies, to 'Underperform' after the company posted disappointing first-quarter 2012 results.

AVON AMONG THE WORLD'S MOST REPUTABLE COMPANIES - June 7, 2012

AMWAY CHAIRMAN STEVE VAN ANDEL TAKES LEADERSHIP ROLE IN US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - AGAIN - June 7, 2012

WASHINGTON, D.C. - After serving as chairman of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce a decade ago, Amway chairman Steve Van Andel was elected vice-chair for a one-year term.

TUPPERWARE PLANS MORE PRODUCTS TO SUIT LOCAL NEEDS - June 4, 2012

Direct selling company Tupperware plans to introduce more products from its global stable localising them to suit Indian consumers.

ASSOCIATION APPROVES FOUR NEW DIRECT SELLING COMPANIES AS MEMBERS - June 2, 2012

DSA’s Board of Directors approved the membership applications of four direct selling companies on Saturday, June 2, during its quarterly board meeting .

LOCALS STILL FIND SUCCESS WITH DIRECT SALES - June 1, 2012

Susan Redd, who tried several direct-sales companies over the years, has found success selling jewelry for Texas-based Premier Designs Inc. for the last three years.

DOOR-TO-DOOR SALES LAWS CHANGING - May 30, 2012

New Zealand's outdated direct selling laws are set to change later this year in an attempt to capture more modern sales techniques such as telemarketing.

ORIFLAME COSMETICS EXPANDS INTO EAST AFRICA - May 30, 2012

Oriflame Cosmetics S.A. is expanding its operations into East Africa by acquiring the businesses in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda previously run by a franchisee.

AMWAY UNVEILS NEW BRAND POSITIONING FOR ARTISTRY - May 29, 2012

During the past 10 years, Artistry, the beauty and skin care brand of direct seller Amway, has quietly and steadily grown into one of the top five premium skin care brands in the world, according to Euromonitor.

ONLY ONE IN THREE PENSIONERS STOP WORK AT RETIREMENT AGE - May 27, 2012

Fewer than a third of pensioners stopped working when they reached retirement age last year because they could not afford to give up their jobs, new figures show.

DIRECT SELLING KEY TO JOBS - May 23, 2012

Direct selling has the potential to dramatically impact on unemployment levels in South Africa by creating thousands of jobs for youth and women, South Africa's defence minister Lindiwe Sisulu said on Wednesday.

DIRECT SELLING INDUSTRY REPORTS SIGNIFICANT UPSWING IN NEW SELLERS - May 23, 2012

The Direct Selling Association (DSA) is today releasing new figures which show a significant rise in the number of people turning to direct selling as a way to earn additional income.

NU SKIN EXEC FILES DEFAMATION SUIT AGAINST EX-HUSBAND - May 21, 2012

SALT LAKE CITY — A Nu Skin Enterprises executive filed a lawsuit Monday, suing an ex-husband for defamation.

COTY MOOTS A MARKET LISTING - May 21, 2012

Peter Harf, president of the US perfumery group Coty, has confirmed that the company is getting ready for a market listing.

UNILEVER: MOBILE THE ENABLER OF OUR COMMS MODEL - May 17, 2012

IAB Mobile Engage: Unilever says mobile has become the enabler for its entire communications model, a year on from its first ever iAd campaign.

CONSUMER CONFIDENCE IN SUPPLEMENTS IS ON THE RISE - May 17, 2012

An annual survey conducted by The Vitamin Shoppe has found that Americans increasingly feel more confident about their health when taking a vitamin or supplement. According to The Vitamin Shoppe, Inc. annual survey, 93% of vitamin takers expressed this confidence, up from 71% in 2011.

FASHION LABEL PREPARES TO EXPAND - May 16, 2012

S ophie Paris, one of Asia's leading direct selling fashion brands, yesterday announced its forthcoming expansion into the nation's capital city to meet increasing demand in the northern region.

RICHMONT SAID STILL INTERESTED IN ALL OR PART OF AVON - May 16, 2012

Richmont Holdings, a closely held investor in consumer brands, is exploring an offer for all or part of Avon Products Inc. (AVP) and has approached Avon to express its interest, according to people familiar with the matter.

DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION LAUNCHES WEBPAGE ON INTERNAL CONSUMPTION - May 16, 2012

The Direct Selling Association (DSA) today launched a webpage that provides information on the purchase and use of direct selling products by salespeople, also referred to as “internal consumption.”

TUPPERWARE CEO GETS HONORARY ROLLINS DEGREE - May 16, 2012

Orlando-based Tupperware Brands Corp. chief executive officer and chairman Rick Goings received an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Rollins College during its commencement ceremony this week .

AVON PRODUCTS SHAREHOLDER SEEKS RECORDS OVER BRIBERY PROBE - May 14, 2012

An Avon Products Inc. (AVP) shareholder asked a New York court to compel the cosmetics maker to let it inspect its books and records in connection with a bribery probe.

CAPITALISM BEGINS AT HOME: HOW THE MODERN DIRECT-SALES EVENT IS DEFYING THE RECESSION - May 12, 2012

Forget naughty lingerie and plastic storage boxes. In defiance of the recession, the modern direct-sales event is doing brisk business in scented candles, fine wines and Jamie Oliver saucepans. Holly Williams joins the party.

CONSUMERLAB.COM FINDS LEAD CONTAMINATIONS AND MISLABELING IN JOINT HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS - May 8, 2012

ConsumerLab.com purchased and tested more than 50 human and pet osteoarthritis supplements containing glucosamine, chondroitin, and MSM and found some of the products to be contaminated with lead, missing certain listed ingredients, or have inadequate labeling.

REASONS TO WORRY ABOUT HERBALIFE: GREENBERG - May 8, 2012

Herbalife, whose stock tumbled last week after hedge fund manager David Einhorn asked a few questions on the company’s earnings call, is no stranger to controversy.

ONLINE SALES HAVE TRIPLED FOR AMWAY IN TWO YEARS - May 8, 2012

The online sales have more than tripled for Amway, India’s largest direct selling FMCG company, in the last two years.

RICHMONT SAID TO BE ARRANGING FINANCING FOR AVON BID - May 3, 2012

Richmont Holdings, a closely held company that invests in consumer brands, is arranging financing to make a bid for Avon Products Inc. (AVP), said two people familiar with the matter.

WOMEN AND THE RETIREMENT PERFECT STORM - May 2, 2012

Women lose approximately $434,000 in wages as a direct result of pay inequities, not to mention they are more likely to spend time out of the workforce due to caregiver responsibilities and live longer than men. This financial reality translates into reduced retirement savings for women. It’s not too late to start taking responsibility and control.

DIRECT SELLING IN INDIA TO REACH RS 10,843 CRORE SIZE BY 2014-15: REPORT - May 2, 2012

Direct selling business in India is expected to reach a size of Rs 10,843 crore by 2014-15 on the back of increased consumer spending, according to a report.

THE RISE OF THE SECOND JOB - April 20, 2012

Low wages, inflation and pay freezes mean that for more and more employees a second job is a necessity. But is having two roles necessarily a bad thing?

AVON FACING DOWNGRADE REGARDLESS OF COTY BID: CORPORATE FINANCE - April 19, 2012

Avon Products Inc. (AVP) is probably due for a ratings cut whether or not it’s bought by Coty Inc., complicating efforts by the world’s largest door-to-door cosmetics seller to restore profitability and stay independent.

COSMETIC COMPANIES IN CRUELTY COVER-UP - April 16, 2012

COMPANIES that produce concealer and other cosmetics products have apparently been doing some concealing of their own. Estee Lauder, Avon and Mary Kay have resumed animal testing on cosmetics to sell in China - even as the companies continue to claim in the United States that their products are cruelty-free.

THE MULTIBILLION DOLLAR DIRECT SELLING INDUSTRY DODGES THE FTC - April 16, 2012

A new Federal Trade Commission rule is supposed to protect people who buy business opportunities by requiring sellers to provide a one-page disclosure form that includes support for earnings claims, a list of previous legal actions against the company, and its cancellation or refund policy.

COTY SAYS IT SECURED MONEY FOR AVON BID - April 16, 2012

Coty Inc. said it has lined up more than $5 billion from investors and firmer debt financing from J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. in support of its $10 billion offer for larger rival Avon Products Inc., an attempt to convince investors that its unsolicited approach is credible.

TWO SENTENCED TO OVER 30 YEARS IN PRISON IN ONLINE PYRAMID SCHEME - April 12, 2012

A California man and his business partner were sentenced Thursday to more 30 years in prison for stealing millions of dollars from investors in a pyramid scheme and through the sales of phony stock.

ATTORNEY GENERAL KAMALA D. HARRIS ANNOUNCES SENTENCING FOR PHONY ONLINE REWARDS SCHEME - April 12, 2012

Attorney General Kamala D. Harris announced today that two men were sentenced to more than 30 years in state prison for stealing millions of dollars through an illegal pyramid scheme and phony stock sales.

HUGE PYRAMID SCHEME CRACKED IN GUANGXI - April 12, 2012

Police said on Wednesday that they cracked the largest pyramid scheme in South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, according to a report in People's Daily.

CAN JOHNSON & JOHNSON'S SHERILYN MCCOY TURN AVON AROUND? - April 9, 2012

Avon Products Inc. (NYSE:AVP)'s appointment Monday of Sherilyn McCoy to replace Andrea Jung as CEO brings some stability to the beleaguered direct-sales beauty company, but analysts say one person is unlikely to cure Avon's legal and organizational problems, which threaten its stock price and sales growth.

BE WARY OF INVESTMENT SCHEMES THAT GUARANTEE VERY HIGH RETURNS - April 9, 2012

Retail investors, who are scared of equity market volatility but not satisfied with returns from bank fixed deposits, often fall prey to dubious schemes, which promise them the moon.

COTY KNOCKS ON BRAZIL'S DOOR - April 5, 2012

As Coty Inc. fights to win over Avon Products Inc., the prize it has in mind is Brazil.

TUPPERWARE'S BEAUTIFUL PLAN - April 5, 2012

Tupperware Brands Corp., the maker of plastic food containers, has a surprising path to sales in Latin America: perfume and skin cream.

CORRECTED - AVON CEO'S COMPENSATION FELL 23 PCT IN 2011 - April 4, 2012

Avon Products Inc Chief Executive Andrea Jung earned 23 percent less compensation in 2011, failing to earn a bonus because of what the world's largest cosmetics seller called a "challenging" year.

AVON EX-CEOS PUSH ALUMNUS FOR POST - April 4, 2012

Three former Avon Products Inc. chief executives are lobbying the beauty company to put a former senior executive at the helm, saying it needs a leader with direct-sales experience to move beyond a string of poor financial results and failed restructurings.

COTY'S BID FOR AVON CAME AFTER TALKS DID NOT RESULT IN DEAL - April 2, 2012

In announcing its $10 billion unsolicited bid for Avon Products Inc., Coty acknowledged that it had sent three letters to the cosmetics giant last month seeking to begin talks about a deal.

SUPER PAC DONORS BY THE NUMBERS - March 28, 2012

(CBS News) This week, the latest numbers on political fundraising were released, and super PACs, independent groups which are able to raise and spend unlimited amounts of cash, were once again a big part of the story. CBS News tabulated who the biggest donors are and to which groups they gave.

A RETAILER THROWS A PARTY FOR CATALOGS - March 28, 2012

PartyLite has built a digital catalog for various consumer devices.

FOR BRAZIL, BEAUTY IS SERIOUS BUSINESS - March 28, 2012

As Brazilians get richer, so do their tastes. That's certainly true for their consumption of beauty products.

SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - March 27, 2012

During a Dateline NBC episode that recently aired on the increase in supplement use by Americans, I was intrigued to look into this social health phenomenon further.

AMWAY CHARTS NEW COURSE - March 24, 2012

With record breaking 2011 sales topping $10.9 billion and double-digit growth in nine of its top 10 markets across the globe and an innovative manufacturing line that will produce its Nutrilite products gearing up, Amway is on a proverbial roll. And that’s how Steve Van Andel, 56-year-old chairman of the Ada-based company, likes it.

CONVICTION IN MLM SCAM AN UPHILL TASK - March 22, 2012

The absence of specific laws governing multi-layered marketing (MLM) businesses is likely to hound the prosecution in court rooms even though the Rajasthan police has booked the directors of Goldsukh Trade India and others in the case under Indian penal code for committing offence of fraud, cheating, criminal breach of trust and criminal conspiracy which may prove tricky to be established in the criminal court.

SUIT ALLEGES AVON PAID TO KEEP OFFICIAL QUIET IN BRIBERY PROBE - March 21, 2012

An amended lawsuit filed by shareholders of Avon Products alleges a former head of internal audit threatened to provide securities regulators with evidence of bribery at the cosmetics seller, but then extracted a larger severance package in 2006 in exchange for his silence.

VITAMINS AND SUPPLEMENTS PROVIDE HEALTHY GAINS FOR HERBALIFE - March 20, 2012

Fitness, medicine and wellness in general are hot topics on the Web. Many folks visit sites like WebMD, Diagnosispro.com and others to diagnose their ailments or just improve their way of life.

FEATURE - AVON LADIES SEE NEED FOR COMPLETE COMPANY MAKEOVER - March 16, 2012

Avon Products Inc's next chief executive officer will face a litany of challenges. One of the biggest will be to re-energize the iconic "Avon Ladies," the company's diminished and often demoralized army of U.S. sales representatives.

LEGALZOOM CO-FOUNDER TALKS WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP - March 15, 2012

While diapers and women's shoes might not be the first thing on Brian Lee's mind, they are top of his list when it comes to starting a business. As a co-founder of LegalZoom, he's moved from the rather dry business of legal documents to working with celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Jessica Alba on their latest ventures.

ARE MOMMY BLOGGERS THE NEW AVON LADY? - March 14, 2012

Every child probably has the same memory of being shooed to another room while the adults have a "party." The hostess set out cookies and drinks, your mother’s friends came over and someone stood in the front of the room and proceeded to extol the virtues of a product.

HERBALIFE EXPANDS R&D DISCLOSURE: GREENBERG - March 14, 2012

Last week, I knocked Herbalife for claiming it does a bunch of R&D, but not disclosing the amount it spends on it.

HOW TUPPERWARE KEEPS BUSINESS FRESH AND PROFITS HIGH - March 14, 2012

Trendy companies like Apple and Facebook may dominate the headlines, but a lot of traditional businesses that have been around for decades have been successfully navigating the bumpy economy and finding new ways to make money.

MANNATECH LAUNCHES PRE-REGISTRATION PROCESS IN UKRAINE, RUSSIA AND BELARUS - March 6, 2012

Mannatech, Incorporated(NASDAQ: MTEX), the leading innovator and provider of nutritional supplements based on Real Food Technology ® solutions, launched its Pre-Registration process on February 18, 2012 in Ukraine, Russia and Belarus.

AVON WITHDRAWS ANIMAL TEST CLAIMS FROM WEBSITE AFTER COMPLAINTS - March 6, 2012

Avon has been forced to withdraw claims its cosmetics aren’t tested on animals.

QUESTIONING HERBALIFE'S 'RESEARCH': GREENBERG - March 6, 2012

When a company brags about the amount of research it does, you would expect to “research and development” broken out as an expense somewhere in its SEC filings.

THIRTY-ONE GIFTS FOUNDER SHARES SUCCESSES, LESSONS FROM RAPID EXPANSION - March 1, 2012

As Cindy Monroe started Thirty-One Gifts LLC, she visited other direct-selling leaders to see how the business was done.

AMWAY FOUNDING FAMILIES ENDORSE ROMNEY - February 28, 2012

The DeVos and Van Andel families, two of the most powerful and wealthy lineages in Michigan Republican circles, have endorsed presidential candidate Mitt Romney, Politico reports.

CRUELTY FREE? AVON AND ESTEE LAUDER UNDER FIRE AS PETA REVEALS COSMETIC BRANDS 'ORDERED ANIMAL TESTING' - February 22, 2012

Peta is calling on supporters to boycott Avon and Estée Lauder after discovering the cosmetic giants are paying for animal testing.

PYRAMID SCAMS UNDER FTC PROBE - February 21, 2012

A 20-year-old university student in Seoul received a phone call from an old high school friend last summer, offering him an opportunity for easy work with big paychecks.

MARY KAY'S PINK MANSION LISTED FOR SALE - February 21, 2012

The former home of the founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics is exactly the color you would expect: A soft shade of light pink. Mary Kay pink, to be exact.

INSIDE THE AMWAY SALES MACHINE - February 15, 2012

LAS VEGAS—Holly Chen is a former first-grade teacher, just over 5 feet tall, with a taste for sequins. You wouldn't know it by looking at her, but this 68-year-old grandmother is one of the most prolific salespeople on Earth.

THE REPUBLIC OF COLOMBIA JOINS MAX INTERNATIONAL - February 13, 2012

The year 2011 was certainly an exciting year for everyone at Max. Your successes have been amazing throughout all six nations: United States, Canada, Philippines, New Zealand, Australia and Singapore.

FEDS PRESENT AVON BRIBERY EVIDENCE TO GRAND JURY - February 13, 2012

An investigation by federal prosecutors into possible bribery by Avon Products (AVP) has moved to a new stage. The prosecutors, who are examining a 2005 internal report at the company that indicated it may have broken anti-bribery laws, recently presented ...

AMWAY CHALLENGES BIGGIES, BEATS NIVEA, L'OREAL IN SIZE - February 10, 2012

NEW DELHI: Direct selling company Amway now outsells several mainstream brands in select segments. Amway's Nutrilite protein powder, for example, is far ahead of rivals like Wockhardt's ProtineX, while its supplement pill Nutrilite Daily is neck-and-neck with Ranbaxy's heavily advertised Revital and its Glister toothpaste is on the heels of Dabur Red.

FORBES EARNINGS PREVIEW: AVON PRODUCTS - February 9, 2012

Leading up to Avon Products‘ (AVP) announcement of its fourth quarter earnings on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 analysts have become more wary as expectations have fallen over the past month to earnings of 51 cents per share from earnings of 53 cents per share. 2/09/12

INDIA TO BE LARGEST MARKET FOR HERBALIFE - February 8, 2012

In the next four years, India will emerge as the largest market for US-based Herbalife, the $ 2.7-billion global nutrition and direct-selling company, according to its managing director (Asia-Pacific) William M Rahn.

USANA HEALTH SCIENCES' CEO DISCUSSES Q4 2011 RESULTS - EARNINGS CALL TRANSCRIPT - February 8, 2012

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the USANA Health Sciences Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call on the 8th of February, 2012.

WHY WOMEN ARE TO BLAME FOR THE "PINK GHETTO" OF ENTREPRENEURS - February 8, 2012

“Women: stop making start-ups about fashion, shopping and babies,” wrote Venturebeat’s Jolie O’Dell on Twitter a few months back. “At least for the next few years. You’re embarrassing me.”

AT STELLA & DOT, HOSTESSES WITH A PERCENTAGE - February 8, 2012

On a recent Friday night, a dozen women gathered in a Chelsea apartment for a direct-sales soiree.

HUGE PYRAMID SCHEME CRACKED IN GUANGXI - April 12, 2012

Police said on Wednesday that they cracked the largest pyramid scheme in South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, according to a report in People's Daily.

FDA TARGETS HOMEOPATHIC WEIGHT LOSS PRODUCTS - February 6, 2012
Agency says there's no proof the remedies work, and associated diet may cause harm

AVON FIRES VICE CHAIRMAN - January 31, 2012

Departure Is Latest Fallout From Probes Related to Alleged Bribery, Disclosures

AMWAY RESPONDS TO REPORTS OF MONEY LAUNDERING PROBE IN INDIA - January 26, 2012

As newspapers report that Amway's operation in India is under investigation by that country's government for money laundering, the Ada-based multi-level marketing company says its unaware of any formal probe.

NEWAYS COMPLETES RESTRUCTURING - January 19, 2012

Neways Enterprises, a worldwide leader in dietary supplements and personal care products, announced today that it has completed a comprehensive out-of-court restructuring, allowing the company to significantly reduce its debt.

SAC, Z SAID TO BE NEAR DEAL FOR GOLDEN GATE'S NEWAYS UNDER RESTRUCTURING - January 13, 2012

Creditors SAC Capital Advisors LP and Z Capital Partners LLC are poised to take control of Golden Gate Capital Corp.’s Neways in a restructuring that would allow it to avoid bankruptcy, said people with knowledge of the talks.

ONET: NOT ALL PYRAMIDS MAKE MONEY FOR EGYPT - January 5, 2012

Ahram Online explores controversial 'direct-selling' scheme that has become increasingly popular among Egypt's would-be entrepreneurs

JUNG'S OUTSIDE SUCCESSOR MAY SHAKE 'ENTRENCHED' AVON CULTURE - December 24, 2011

Replacing Avon Products Inc.’s Chief Executive Officer Andrea Jung with an outsider may inject fresh energy into a company where the leader and much of her board have served for more than a decade.

MEET THE CHANGE MAKERS: AVON CALLS FOR A GREEN MAKEOVER - December 22, 2011

The first "Avon Lady" started knocking on doors in New Hampshire back in 1886, selling beauty products directly to her friends and neighbors.

ARE COSMETICS RECESSION-PROOF? MARY KAY THRIVES IN BAD ECONOMIC TIMES - December 14, 2011

Thousands of women were recognized for expanding their businesses at the Mary Kay Cosmetics Career Conference's awards nights in Dallas this past summer because, contrary to almost everything else in the current economic downturn, lipstick sells in tough times.

WORKING IS 'BETTER FOR MOTHER'S HEALTH' THAN STAYING AT HOME - December 13, 2011

Mothers with jobs tend to be healthier and happier than those who stay at home during their children’s early years, it has been found.

DIRECT SELLING DEFIES RECESSION - December 12, 2011

Unemployment is at its highest level for fifteen years and no-one is expecting much good news when the latest figures come out on Wednesday.

AVON'S INVESTMENTS FALL SHORT - December 8, 2011

Avon Products Inc.'s struggles around the world have tended to obscure a nagging problem: the door-to-door beauty retailer is nearly always short on spare cash.

LETTER BOMBS? - UNPRETTY PICTURE OF AVON - December 3, 2011

A ranking of CEO letters to shareholders puts the direct-selling company in its bottom candor quartile. Among the cited woes are obfuscation and confusion.

MAKEUP GIANT MARY KAY RAMPS UP SOCIAL, MOBILE EFFORTS - December 2, 2011

Direct Seller Is in Talks With Shops to Pitch Social-Media Biz; Plans Rollout of Customizable Web Tools Next Year

'GOLD PARTIES' A POPULAR NEW TREND IN TOUGH ECONOMY - November 29, 2011

Gold. It seems to be the magic word of this weak economy.

NEW WARNING FOR DOOR-TO-DOOR SELLERS - November 28, 2011

ANNOYING salespeople who ignore "do not knock" signs would be charged and fined under a proposed change to consumer law.

THE AVON LADIES OF BANGLADESH - November 20, 2011

Female villagers are starting to escape poverty by selling cosmetics and health products in their communities, an activity that challenges traditional roles, but the scheme has been criticized.

HOW "JUST LOOKING" CUSTOMERS GENERATE SALES - November 17, 2011

Who is your most valuable consumer?

POLICE TO TRACK ONLINE ACTIVITIES OF MLM COMPANIES - November 16, 2011

Promoters of virtual companies like Speak Asia earned crore of rupees using the internet. The authorities are now planning to develop a system to alert people about dubious activities of MLMs.

NUTRITION FIRM CLAIMS DRAW SKEPTICISM - November 15, 2011

A nutritional supplements company is marketing high-end vitamins, energy drinks and fat-blocking powder from its new headquarters here, but one nutritionist calls its claims "gobbledygook."

DING-DONG! AVON MAN CALLING - November 13, 2011

Avon Ladies have been knocking on British doors since the 1950s, selling cosmetics and perfumes. But this year has seen the rise of the Avon Man, as the increase in unemployment has encouraged far more men to take up door-to-door selling.

TIMES CHANGING AT AVON AS MORE MEN SIGN-UP TO BECOME DOORSTEP SELLERS - November 12, 2011

Direct-selling and cold-calling firms are taking up some of the slack from a slowing economy – with a growing number of men and full-time workers joining the sector.

DOING GOOD DOOR-TO-DOOR - November 11, 2011

Chuck Slaughter brings an Avon business model to bear on basic health services in sub-Saharan Africa

AVON - FALLEN BEAUTY? - November 9, 2011

While the stock market had rebounded powerfully from its October woes (as if nobody seems to think Europe poses any problem anymore), Avon (NYSE: AVP) had sunken almost to a low not seen since it tanked in early 2009, when the world was suppose to be ended by the financial tsunami.

HOW J. HILBURN MANAGED TO EXPAND ONLINE - November 8, 2011

Last week, we profiled a dilemma facing J. Hilburn, a Dallas clothing company that uses direct sales and multilevel marketing to sell custom shirts and other menswear.

GENERATION JOBLESS: FROM IVIED HALLS TO TRAVELING SALESMAN - November 8, 2011

You don't need a college degree to sell insurance for Aflac Inc., but college graduates are flocking there, desperate for income in the rough job market.

WATKINS CEO EMPHASIZES VALUE OF AN INCLUSIVE TEAM MENTALITY - November 6, 2011

Mark Jacobs has been involved in business since he was 5 years old. He ran his first department at age 11, staffing a gift stand at the Grain Belt Brewery, which his family owned.

MEN'S CLOTHING FIRM WANTS TO EXPAND INTO ONLINE SALES - November 2, 2011

Using a direct-sales and multilevel marketing model similar to that of Avon, J. Hilburn sells clothing that is custom fit using measurements taken by company sales representatives, known as style advisers, who make house calls and who share in the profits of other sales advisers that they recruit.

HERBALIFE'S CEO DISCUSSES Q3 2011 RESULTS - EARNINGS CALL TRANSCRIPT - November 1, 2011

Herbalife Ltd. (HLF) Q3 2011 Earnings Call.

NEW STRATEGIC CHALLENGES FOR FRAGRANCE - November 1, 2011

According to Euromonitor International, the fragrance market rebounded quite strongly from the 2008 global financial crisis, fueled by upbeat demand in emerging markets—notably Brazil and Russia.

A NEW PAMPERING CULTURE FUELS OPPORTUNITY IN MEN'S GROOMING - November 1, 2011

The global retail market for men’s grooming products is forecasted to reach $31 billion in 2011, according to data from Euromonitor International .

ZAMBIAN KING HONORS NU SKIN FOR HUMANITARIAN EFFORTS - October 31, 2011

Chewa King Kalonga Gawa Undi of Zambia honored Nu Skin Enterprises and its independent distributors Friday for their humanitarian efforts that have benefited his people.

TAKING THE 'AVON' WAY TO REACH 'THE LAST MILE' - October 31, 2011

There has been a lot of talk lately about tackling the "last mile" of health care delivery in the developing world.

CALLING FOR AVON TO MAKE A CHANGE - October 30, 2011

A good look in the mirror might help Avon’s management. Andrea Jung, the chief executive of the $8 billion cosmetics company, has twice failed to turn it around.

5 RULES OF MARKETING TO WOMEN - October 28, 2011

There's a shortlist of mistakes companies and brands typically make when trying to sell products to women.

AVON'S JUNG UNDER SCRUTINY AS SEC STARTS NEW INVESTIGATION - October 28, 2011

With the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission probing Avon Products Inc. (AVP)’s dealings with analysts, Andrea Jung may be facing the toughest challenge of her 12-year tenure as chief executive officer.

WOMEN LEADERS IN THE WORKPLACE: THE21ST CENTURY - October 27, 2011

It has been widely reported that for the first time in history, women are less than a percentage point away from making up the majority of the national workforce.

FRIENDS AND FAMILY CASH IN, SHOP AND SOCIALIZE AT LATEST HOME PARTIES - October 25, 2011

For a recent party at her Hasbrouck Heights home, Dina Schmeer decked out her living room in Halloween decorations and stocked the dining room table with finger food.

UNLIMITED POTENTIAL FOR DIRECT SELLING OF COSMETICS IN AFRICA - October 19, 2011

In modern times direct selling is the personal presentation and sale of products directly to consumers away from a fixed retail location, usually in their homes or at their jobs.

PAINTING THE TOWN PINK TO RAISE MILLIONS - October 18, 2011

The ninth annual Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, which took place this weekend in New York, was big business.

SCENTSY'S PROFITS CONTINUE TO RISE SHARPLY - October 11, 2011

Scentsy grew from a tiny endeavor in a Utah home basement to a worldwide, multi-million-dollar company, quickly capturing the attention of consumers and the business world alike.

UTAH STOCKS HAMMERED BY THIRD QUARTER MARKET DECLINE - October 10, 2011

The sell-off in the stock market during the third quarter took its toll on Utah’s 27 largest publicly held companies.

BARRY MINKOW TO BEGIN SERVING SECOND PRISON SENTENCE FOR FRAUD - September 21, 2011

Federal prison authorities order two-time fraud convict Barry Minkow to begin serving his five-year sentence at the Federal Medical Center in Lexington, Ky., instead of a minimum-security work camp in Alabama.

MARY KAY TO INVEST $25 MILLION IN CHINA, SOON ITS LARGEST MARKET - September 19, 2011

Mary Kay Inc., the cosmetics seller famous for rewarding top sales agents with pink Cadillacs, plans to invest $25 million to build a distribution center in China, soon to be its largest market.

FINANCE DOESN'T STOP FOR STAY-AT-HOMES - September 17, 2011

Whether in or outside the workforce, it's still necessary to plan ahead.

PRE-PAID LEGAL CHANGES NAME TO LEGALSHIELD - September 13, 2011

Oklahoma company's new owners choose new name as part of rebranding strategy.

REMEMBERING THE WORLD BOOK DAYS - September 7, 2011

To many who sold it, the World Book Encyclopedia is much more than an outdated textbook stowed away in a relative’s basement.

DING-DONG! OVER 50S DOORSTEP SELLER NUMBERS SOAR - September 5, 2011

Next time you answer the front door to a doorstep salesman, there's a big chance it won't be some spotty-faced kid trying to persuade you to change energy suppliers, it'll be a neatly-presented over 50 with a story to tell and a product to sell.

IS THIS THE FUTURE OF RETAIL? - September 1, 2011

SHOPBOX, the newest addition to DeKalb Market, a temporary mall in Brooklyn comprised of shipping containers, has its products on display, with no clerks to be found.

THE LONG SEARCH FOR FULL-TIME WORK - September 2, 2011

The longer one has been out of work, the harder it is to find a new job. New unemployment figures out Friday from the Labor Department are likely to point to continued pain in August.

SOCIAL SELLING: 'IT'S A JOB, NOT A PARTY' - August 31, 2011

Tory Johnson reports best practices when choosing to work in direct sales.

AMWAY TO BUY ORGANIC FARMS IN INDIA - August 23, 2011

Amway India, a dietary supplements, health and beauty company, plans to buy organic farms in India .

Q&A: MARCUS SANDSTROM & SHARMILI RAJPUT, ORIFLAME - August 21, 2011

Leading direct selling Swedish beauty company, Oriflame, which has completed 15 years in India, has extensive investment plans to expand its manufacturing base in the country.

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH RICK GOINGS - August 20, 2011

As Rick Goings, chairman and chief executive officer of Tupperware Brands Corp became more successful, he began to think about making a difference in life.

THE BACKUP PLAN - August 18, 2011

What happens when you graduate into a world with no jobs?

MLM COMPANIES TRY FOREX DEALS, COMMODITIES TRAINING PACKAGES TO LURE NEW MEMBERS - August 18, 2011

Even as multi-level marketing (MLM) schemes such as Speak Asia and Tycoon Empire International Ltd are under the regulatory scanner, numerous such schemes continue to target gullible investors.

DIRECT SELLING IN 2010: SALES INCREASE TO $28.56 BILLION AS CHANNEL CONTINUES TO PROVIDE INCOME FOR MILLIONS - August 18, 2011

The Direct Selling Association (DSA) today released its annual Growth & Outlook Survey, headlined by an increase in estimated retail sales for the direct sales channel which, even in tough economic times, provides a source of income for millions of Americans.

AVON TO INCREASE INDIA ACTIVITY - August 18, 2011

Avon has said it will strengthen its presence in India and expand its product range.

TYCOON EMPIRE LAUNCHES NEW MLM PLAN DESPITE POLICE PROBE - August 17, 2011

Another multi-level marketing company, Tycoon Empire International, has duped investors of thousands of crores of rupees under the pretext of promising 10% monthly guaranteed returns on investment.

STELLA & DOT JEWELRY REDEFINES SOCIAL SHOPPING - August 17, 2011

Avon has been calling since 1886. Tupperware parties were introduced shortly after World War II. The Mary Kay Cosmetics empire, which still rewards top sellers with cars, first revved up in 1963.

LOCAL SALESWOMAN EARNS 17TH MARY KAY CAREER CAR - August 14, 2011

It’s quite a high achievement for a Mary Kay saleswoman to earn one of the company’s pink Cadillacs, let alone 17.

TURKEY'S EAST-WEST ECONOMIC DIVIDE IMPACTS GROWTH POTENTIAL - August 12, 2011

Turkey's buoyant growth since 2002 has failed to erase the country's regional disparities.

HOUSE PARTIES PUSH PRODUCTS - August 6, 2011

Forget buying television commercials. Never mind the pop-up ads, and nix the campaigns on the sides of buses.

BEWARE OF THE MULTI LEVEL MARKETING PREDATORS - August 5, 2011

Shobha Dayal (name changed to protect identity), 47, was working as a treasury manager with a bank. A friend sold her the ‘Gold Quest’, a multi-level or chain marketing scheme which deals in selling gold coins.

GOLD PARTY RAGES ON - August 5, 2011

But now, the 32-year-old founder of My Gold Party, is watching one of the world’s most volatile exchanges rise and fall every day, and it has not been dull

STUDENTS EARN MONEY SELLING EDUCATIONAL BOOKS - August 4, 2011

To morning commuters on busy Division Street, it could look like a tribal dance complete with jumps, hoots and hollers and rhythmic clapping.

IDA SEEKS REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FOR DIRECT SELLING INDUSTRY - August 1, 2011

Concerned over frauds worth Rs 1,000 crore committed by some multi-level marketing and money chain companies in Kerala, the Indian Direct Selling Association (IDSA) today urged the Union government to formulate a regulatory framework governing the direct selling industry.

PRE-EMPTIVE STRIKE: 'DO NOT SOLICIT' LIST - July 31, 2011

A couple of years ago, Chuck Thorne was contemplating how little he enjoys answering a knock at his door, only to be confronted by a sales pitch.

CELEBRITIES TURN OUT FOR LIA SOPHIA JEWELRY - July 27, 2011

Lia sophia, the direct-sales jewelry brand that has a strong celebrity following, held an intimate event Tuesday night in the back courtyard of the Sunset Marquis Hotel in West Hollywood.

SELLING SOLAR LAMPS DOOR-TO-DOOR POWERS AFRICA'S FEMAIL ENTREPRENEURS - July 27, 2011

Solar Sister gives startup funds--and a $500 "business-in-a-bag"--to door-to-door solar saleswomen, illuminating villages and offering exceptional economic benefits to communities.

RENEWABLE ENERGY, NETWORK MARKETING AND REGULATORY WOES - July 21, 2011

A renewable energy network marketing organization is facing regulatory issues.

MINKOW GETS FIVE YEARS FOR LENNAR SHARES FRAUD - July 21, 2011

Barry Minkow, a former Wall Street con artist who went on to build a reputation as an anti-fraud fighter, was sentenced to five years in prison Thursday for a securities swindle targeting U.S. homebuilder Lennar Corp

THE PINK LADIES: MARY KAY'S TOP LAWYER KEEPS MAKEUP MAVEN'S MEETINGS LOOKING GOOD - July 26, 2011

The flashy pink Cadillac symbolizes ultimate success for Mary Kay Inc. beauty consultants.

FACIAL PARTY - July 20, 2011

The story is as old as Avon. A salesperson slips into your social sphere, and the “social” invitations follow.

INCREASED FOCUS ON EMPLOYEE MISCLASSIFICATION - July 20, 2011

The Department of Labor is updating the record-keeping regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

AMWAY CORP. CO-FOUNDER JAY VAN ANDEL HONORED IN BRONZE - July 20, 2011

Amway Corp. co-founder Jay Van Andel cast a large figure across West Michigan's landscape

NU SKIN BREAK GROUND ON $85M CENTER IN DOWNTOWN PROVO - July 19, 2011

As Nu Skin broke ground on its new $85 million Innovation Center on Monday, business leaders and local officials expressed hope the development will have a global effect.

DIRECT SELLING ENABLES OVER-50S TO SUPPLEMENT INCOME - July 18, 2011

The Direct Selling Association says that a growing number of older people are opting to take on flexible part-time work.

SILPADA CONFERENCE BRINGS SILVER RUSH TO KANSAS CITY - July 18, 2011

Kansas City is about to experience a silver rush — a rush to see new Silpada Designs Inc. jewelry, that is.

THIRTY-ONE GIFTS GROWTH NOTED AT CONFERENCE - July 15, 2011

Johnstown-based company Thirty-One Gifts made a big impact in central Ohio during its eighth annual national conference.

IT TAKES WORK TO FIND LEGITIMATE WORK-FROM-HOME OPPORTUNITIES - THEN SUCCESS - OR FAILURE- IS ALL IN YOUR HANDS - July 16, 2011

When Alan Mater found himself laid off from the lens grinding company where he worked near Lewiston, Pa., he didn't waste a lot of time looking elsewhere for work.

WOMAN REGRETS PURCHASE FROM DOOR TO DOOR SALESMAN - July 14, 2011

It's an old fashioned way of making a sale but today, there are still door to door sales people showing up in the Bay Area.

FOOD LABELING IN EUROPE - July 14, 2011

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), the European Union (EU) agency tasked with food safety risk assessment, has been hard at work in recent years evaluating food health claims.

THE FIVE PS FOR BUSINESS SUCCESS - July 13, 2011

Looking to start your own business? Direct selling could be a way to achieve this goal with flexible hours and low initial investment.

DOOR-TO-DOOR SALESMAN BANNED FROM THIRD TOWN - July 13, 2011

A door-to-door salesman’s peddler’s permit was revoked Monday, after Killingworth Resident Trooper Matthew Ward received a complaint about the salesman around 8 p.m. Saturday.

AMWAY REACHES $1 BILLION IN MONTHLY SALES FOR THE FIRST TIME - July 13, 2011

One month, $1 billion in sales: Amway today announced it had reached that milestone for the first time in its 51-year history during June.

BRIC: CONTINUED DOMINATION OF GLOBAL BEAUTY SALES - July 13, 2011

Most of the major international beauty companies are focusing on expanding their presence in Brazil, Russia, India and China—the BRIC markets—and it’s easy to see why.

MULTI LEVEL MARKETING (MLM) SCHEME LIKELY TO BECOME NATIONAL ISSUE - July 13, 2011

Investors of the whole country including investors from this state who had invested their hard earned money to Multi Level Marketing (MLM) schemes of Best Genius Limited, a Malaysian based company is likely to reach the ears of the national leaders making it a national issue.

MOVE OVER, MARY KAY - July 12, 2011

Founded by three Colombian men named Alberto who joined forces in Miami, Zumba is a dance-inspired workout taught at gyms, schools, and yoga studios all over the world.

DIRECT SELLER RANKS SWOLLEN BY OLDER WORKERS - July 12, 2011

Direct Selling Association reports 29% rise in number of sellers aged 50 and above who 'enjoy the social side' of the work.

BELIEF IN A MISSION: AVON MARKS 125 YEARS - July 13, 2011

Operating through 6.5 million representatives in more than 100 countries is definitely an advantage for Avon.

USANA HEALTH SCIENCES IS NOW AN FDA-REGISTERED FACILITY - July 11, 2011

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA) today announced it has obtained the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's "Drug Establishment Registration," allowing the company to manufacture over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and holding it to a standard well above what is required of a dietary supplement manufacturer.

TRUTH BEHIND PYRAMID SCHEMES - July 10, 2011

Pyramid Schemes come in diverse guises and names. Ponzi and Multi-level Marketing are two of them. Both of them are simple yet very effective pyramid scams.

PAPERLY RECOGNIZED BY THE DSA FOR PARTICIPATION IN ITS CODE OF ETHICS COMMUNICATION INITIATIVE - July 6, 2011

Paperly LLC, the only direct seller focused exclusively on personalized stationery and paper-related gifts, was recognized at the Direct Selling Association’s 2011 Annual Meeting (DSA.org) for its participation in the DSA's Code of Ethics Communication Initiative.

TOP-UP YOUR PENSION WITH A PART TIME JOB - June 30, 2011

MILLIONS of struggling pensioners are being forced back to work just to survive and pay their bills.

AVON: GREAT BRAND, MESSY BUSINESS AND SEEMINGLY UNDERVALUED SHARES - June 29, 2011

Weak profits of late have driven down the shares of Avon Products (AVP) far enough that, based on historical results, they’re looking cheap. Trading above $35 last fall, Avon shares are off sharply and trail the market’s recent performance.

DIRECT SALES COMPANIES DRAW LOCAL WORKERS - June 26, 2011

The Avon Lady turned 125 years old this year and has been holding her own in tough economies.

KERALA GETS TOUGH WITH MONEY SWINDLERS AND MLM COMPANIES - June 24, 2011

Kerala, said to be the country’s most literate state, is flooded with numerous ‘get-rich-quick’ or ‘earn-huge-return’ schemes offered by money swindlers.

GOING STRAIGHT TO THE CUSTOMER - June 23, 2011

Amid the ever-growing dominance of shopping malls in the country’s retail landscape, direct selling continues to be a very viable option to reach consumers and make that sale

MARKET AMERICA'S AMERICAN DREAM MACHINE - June 23, 2011

JR and Loren Ridinger made a fortune, won celebrity friends, and built a multilevel marketing empire by selling their most valuable asset: Themselves

NEWAYS CREATES INSTITUTE OF HEALTHY LIFESTYLES - June 20, 2011

Reaffirming the company's commitment to delivering science-based products for a healthy lifestyle, Neways announced the realignment of its scientific teams into a synergistic new organization called the Neways Institute of Healthy Lifestyles.

IS IT A BANK OR IS IT MARY KAY? - June 20, 2011

Multi-level Marketing (MLM) is a marketing strategy whereby sales persons not only receive compensation for sales they make directly but also generate income from the sales of other people recruited to join the organization.

MANNATECH OPENS ITS DOORS TO FOUR NEW EUROPEAN COUNTRIES - June 14, 2011

Mannatech, Incorporated (NASDAQ: MTEX), the leading developer and provider of nutritional supplements and skin care products based on Real Food Technology® solutions, officially opened office headquarters last Saturday in four new countries across central and eastern Europe, including the Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland and the Republic of Ireland.

P & S JEWELLERY LTD TAKES TO MULTI-LEVEL-MARKETING - June 14, 2011

Indian diamond jewelry manufacturer P & S Jewellery Ltd., is going the multi-level marketing (MLM) route to promote its ‘Tahira’ brand of jewellery.

PYRAMID SCHEMES: DAYLIGHT ROBBERY - June 12, 2011

Pyramid marketing companies are looting the public easily, while the government watches. Many countries have banned them outright

XYNGULAR - MLM SUPERHERO REPORTS RECORD SALES OF $1.5 MILLION FOR MAY 2011 - June 7, 2011

Xyngular a hot new health and wellness company has begun to make its mark in the network marketing industry.

DIRECT SELLING EXECUTIVES FROM AROUND THE WORLD SHOW "Y WE CARE" ABOUT MIAMI-DADE'S TEENS AND TWEENS - June 4, 2011

When hundreds of company executives gather in Miami for the 2011 annual convention of the Direct Selling Association, they will do more than take in the Florida sunshine and discuss their direct selling businesses.

STRICT REGULATION OF MULTI-LEVEL MARKETING LIKELY - May 28, 2011

The dubious business model of multi-level marketing (MLM) companies, where sales agents recruit customers to join their distribution army, has come under the government’s scanner.

MONAVIE'S TOP GUY: THE RICHEST MULTILEVEL NETWORKER OF ALL - May 27, 2011

Brig Hart found evangelical Christianity and success in multilevel marketing at the same time.

MORE TURN TO DIRECT SELLING FOR INCOME - May 23, 2011

Direct Selling Association of Malaysia expects its collective revenue to exceed RM3.6bil this year, representing an increase of about 5% from a year ago

TVI EXPRESS, YET ANOTHER SPEAK ASIA? - May 23, 2011

The MLM company promises five-star travel packages on joining and lucrative compensation fees up to Rs4.5 lakh on its direct selling model

SONS OF AMWAY FOUNDERS TO BE INDUCTED INTO WEST MICHIGAN BUSINESS HALL OF FAME - May 21, 2011

Two men who emerged from their fathers’ long shadows to help lead direct sales giant Amway to become a global powerhouse will be inducted into the Junior Achievement West Michigan Business Hall of Fame on Tuesday

AMWAY NORTH AMERICA #1 IN ONLINE HEALTH & BEAUTY SALES FOR EIGHTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR - INTERNET RETAILER - May 20, 2011

Amway Independent Business Owners (IBOs) have once again earned the company the top spot in online Health & Beauty (H&B) sales.

FLAMELESS CANDLES - May 20, 2011

The Scentsy History: From a Sheep Farm to One of the Fastest Growing Companies in the US Today This article is written by Lisa Murdock Independent Scentsy Consultant scents2buy.com

MT EXPERT'S TEN TOP TIPS: HOW TO SELL LIKE THE EXPERTS - May 20, 2011

We asked the Direct Selling Association’s Paul Southworth for his top tips on getting started in sales

GOVERNMENT PROBES ONLINE SURVEY COMPANY SPEAK ASIA FOR PONZI SCAM - May 19, 2011

Indian authorities have launched an investigation into Speak Asia, an online survey company that has collected hundreds of crores from users by promising huge payments for filling its surveys

MCA ORDERS PROBE INTO SPEAK ASIA - May 18, 2011

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has ordered a probe into market research agency Speak Asia after media reports unearthed shady workings of the firm.

INDIAN MLM AND NETWORK MARKETING SCAMS - May 18, 2011

GOLDQUEST, QUEST NET, QI GROUP, Quest, SCAM

USANA HEALTH SCIENCES ANNOUNCES PLANS TO EXPAND OPERATIONS TO THAILAND - May 18, 2011

According to the World Federation of Direct Selling Associations (WFDSA), Thailand is the world's 13th-largest country in terms of retail U.S. dollars generated from direct selling and Asia's 5th-largest market for direct selling, with estimated sales of more than $1.5 billion.

HOW TO AVOID 'GET-RICH-QUICK' SCHEMES AND SCAMS - May 18, 2011

There are no free lunches, no easy money. Yet people often become victim of ‘double-your-money’ or ‘earn-lifetime-income’ schemes. Here’s how to identity and avoid such MLM schemes.

MONEYLIFE FOUNDATION SENDS REPRESENTATION TO PM, FM AND RBI URGING BAN ON MLM SCHEMES - May 18, 2011

Moneylife Foundation urges the PM and others to completely ban MLM companies in India or bring these companies under the regulation of either RBI or SEBI. Moneylife was the first to expose the Speak Asia online survey scam on 8 October 2010.

AVON CELEBRATES 125TH ANNIVERSARY IN MEXICO CITY - May 18, 2011

Chairman & CEO Andrea Jung and Rosa Maria Salazar Continue Avon’s New $2 Million Commitment to End Violence Against Women

GROUP THERAPY ... FOR THE GIRLS - May 17, 2011

Online shopping might be convenient, but it's no substitute for a night on the town in the comfort of your own home, finds Julie Jacobson

TIENS BIOTECH GROUP (USA) REPORTS FIRST QUARTER RESULTS - May 16, 2011

Revenue for the first quarter of 2011 was $13.1 million, compared to $11.4 million for 2010.

ALLIANCE BOOTS SEES RAPID OVERSEAS WHOLESALE GROWTH - May 16, 2011

UK pharmacist Alliance Boots has seen double-digit sales growth for the year, driven by its international business.

NUTRACEUTICALS: RIDING THE HEALTHY LIVING WAVE - May 13, 2011

FMCG, Pharma majors eye a bigger share of the growing dietary supplement market

THOUSANDS OF PART TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES UP FOR GRABS - May 12, 2011

AS part of our Get Britain Working campaign, we have searched the UK for part-time opportunities and found 87,823 vacancies.

MAX INTERNATIONAL VS. KEN DUNN: JOINT SETTLEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT - May 4, 2011

Joseph Voyticky and Dave Bagley, Co-CEOs of Max International, LLC (“Max”) and Ken Dunn (“Dunn”) jointly announced today that they have settled all disputes between them on mutually agreeable terms.

LATASIA WORKS FOR WORKING MOTHERS - May 4, 2011

Returning to the workforce after having children or being laid off may mean making less than when previously employed, according to reports in the New York Times and U.S. News.

AVON'S PROFIT MORE THAN TRIPLES; SHARES GAIN - May 3, 2011

Avon Products Inc., the world’s largest direct seller of beauty products, said Tuesday its first-quarter profit more than tripled as demand rose across different product categories from fragrance to personal-care products.

SEARS TUMBLES ON FORECAST; AVON RALLIES - May 3, 2011

Retail stocks were off to a mixed start Tuesday, with Sears Holdings Corp. leading the sector’s decliners after the company projected a first-quarter loss amid lower sales at both Sears department stores and the Kmart discount chain.

LIA SOPHIA SAYS DIRECT SELLING OFFERS PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SATISFACTION - April 26, 2011

Fashion Jewelry Direct-Seller Says National Small Business Week Should Inspire Women to Explore the Benefits of Business Ownership

COMPETITION HEATS UP IN ONLINE SURVEY SPACE WITH ENTRY OF DOMESTIC MLM COMPANIES - April 25, 2011

The online survey fraud is spreading like wildfire in India, as more MLM companies announce ‘get-rich-quick’ schemes, promising over four times on ‘investments’.

WOMAN WHO CHEATED 28K CITIZENS WAS DUPED BY COUPLE - April 24, 2011

Najma Pathan, who ran a multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme in the city, has been accused of duping over 28,000 citizens.

CELADON ROAD ™ HONORS ECO-CONSCIOUS CELEBRITIES WITH EARTH DAY GIVEAWAY - April 22, 2011

Celadon Road celebrates its third anniversary and Earth Day with the presentation of eco-friendly and organic products to some of Hollywood's most environmentally-conscious celebrities.

NETWORK MARKETING IS BOOMING IN CRISIS-HIT ECONOMY - April 21, 2011

You work whenever you feel up to it. You earn as much as you want. If the sales are great, you may be rewarded with a solid gift for your splendid performance.

JAFRA TO START LOCAL MANUFACTURING; EYES ENTERING MASS MARKET - April 21, 2011

US-based beauty and cosmetics firm Jafra today said it will start manufacturing some of its products in India as it gears up to enter the mass segment in line with a global strategy to tap opportunities in fast growing emerging markets.

DIRECT SALES GROW IN POPULARITY DURING DOWN TIMES - April 17, 2011

Can Avon, Amway and Mary Kay rescue people caught in the economic downturn?

BLYTH INC: BLYTH, INC. ANNOUNCES INCREASEIN VISALUS SCIENCES INVESTMENT - April 15, 2011

Blyth, Inc. (NYSE: BTH), a leading multi-channel designer and marketer of home fragrance products, home decor products and household convenience items, today announced that it has closed on the second phase of its acquisition of ViSalus Sciences and now owns 57.5% of the company.

ROD COOK RECEIVES A FIRST EVER HUMANITARIAN AWARD FROM THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NETWORK-MARKETING PROFESSIONALS - April 15, 2011

The National Association of Network-Marketing Professionals, Inc. created the prestigious Humanitarian Award with Rod Cook in mind.

HOW TEAMS AND MLMS CAN BENEFIT FROM VOICE BROADCAST SOLUTIONS - April 14, 2011

The introduction of VoIP-based communication solutions has helped create new opportunities for sales teams and multi-level marketing (MLM) companies.

CRAMER'S MAD MONEY - AVON, YOU'VE NEVER LOOKED SO BAD - April 11, 2011

The best business model in the world is not enough to overcome an incompetent CEO, and even a cheap stock is not worth buying if the CEO has a proven track record of failure," said Cramer.

FORMER CEO OF GLOBAL DIRECT SELLING COMPANY JOINS DOTERRA AS A LEADING DISTRIBUTOR - April 6, 2011

doTERRA announced today that it has accepted an Independent Product Consultant Agreement from Eric Larsen, former CEO of a large global direct selling entity with more than 500,000 independent distributors and 700 employees operating in more than 30 markets.

NU SKIN ENTERPRISES ANNOUNCES RECORD FIRST QUARTER REVENUE AND UPDATES ANNUAL GUIDANCE - April 6,2011

Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS) today announced that it expects to exceed previous company guidance by posting first-quarter revenue of approximately $395 million, a 9 percent improvement over the prior-year period.

AMWAY SETTLES LOS ANGELES LAWSUIT BY AGREEING TO REPLACE $20 MILLION IN GIFT CARDS - April 6, 2011

Amway has agreed to redeem more than $20 million in gift cards to settle a lawsuit claiming they improperly included a redemption date.

REGAL WARE ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS - April 4, 2011

Carlos Perez has been appointed president of Kitchen Fair, a direct-to-consumer division.

DIRECT SELLING FIRMS GO OFF THE BEATEN TRACK - April 4, 2011

Ad campaigns, brand ambassadors, in-film promotions – direct selling companies are doing all they can to attract eyeballs in a market that is getting increasingly crowded.

LOCAL MARKETING FIRM BEING INVESTIGATED, SUED - April 5, 2011

Lexington-based Fortune Hi-Tech Marketing continues to come under fire from officials around the country who allege it is operating an illegal pyramid scheme.

DIRECT SELLING FIRMS GO OFF THE BEATEN TRACK - April 4, 2011

Ad campaigns, brand ambassadors, in-film promotions – direct selling companies are doing all they can to attract eyeballs in a market that is getting increasingly crowded.

ORIFLAME SIGNS WOMEN'S TENNIS WORLD NO. 1 CAROLINE WOZNIACKI - April 3, 2011

Oriflame, a fast-growing beauty brand, today announced a sponsorship agreement with Caroline Wozniacki, the world’s number 1 women’s tennis player.

REGULATORY MAZE CRAMPS DIRECT SELLING - March 19, 2011

Direct selling may be a relatively new sector in India but the pace of its growth is highlighting the need for a regulation.

AMWAY CALLS FOR REGULATION OF DIRECT MARKETING SECTOR - March 13, 2011

BADDI: India's largest direct selling company, Amway India, has called for regulation of the fast-growing sector.

GOLDQUEST PYRAMID SCAMMERS ARRESTED IN IRAN - March 9, 2011

The Iranian security forces have arrested 30 suspects in connection with Goldquest, a controversial network marketing company which has allegedly defrauded thousands of people worldwide.

MARY KAY SURVIVES RETAIL SLUMP - March 2, 2011

WHILE retailers are calling for an end to tax breaks that encourage customers to buy online, the direct-sales retail channel is booming.

WORKPLACE WELLNESS PROGRAMS HAVE DOUBLE BENEFIT: HEALTHIER EMPLOYEES, LOWER HEALTH CARE COSTS - February 27, 2011

One of the busiest places at Amway Corp. during the lunch hour is its two-floor fitness center, where the offerings are a veritable wellness buffet .

GOLD PARTIES ON THE RISE IN THE HEARTLAND - February 22, 2011

Tupperware is so yesterday; today's hottest party is gold.

AMWAY PARENT GROWS TO $9.2 BILLION IN 2010 - February 18, 2011

The world's second-largest direct selling enterprise, Amway works with more than 3 million distributors who sell the company's branded products, including NUTRILITE® vitamin, mineral and dietary supplements, ARTISTRY® skincare and colour cosmetics, and eSpring® water treatment systems.

STATE OF SUPPLEMENTS: UTAH MULTILEVEL MARKETING - February 18, 2011

MonaVie CEO Dallin Larsen took the stage in Orlando, Fla., last month and got to work.

STATE OF SUPPLEMENTS: ELUSIVE WEALTH, STRONG LURE - February 18, 2011

Lured by the promise of wealth, thousands of Utahns every year become "distributors" of the pills, potions and lotions multilevel marketing companies in the state make.

MULTILEVEL MARKETING OR 'PYRAMID?' SALES PEOPLE FIND IT HARD TO EARN MUCH - February 10, 2011

With the "tape of the week," the "book of the month," the seminars, rallies and conventions Jim Wittlich and his wife, Lori, paid for, the couple spent thousands of dollars in the two years they were Amway distributors .

WEBSITE CAN HELP SAVE MONEY ON UTILITIES - February 9, 2011

Md. Agency Represents Consumers' Interests

DIRECT SALES PROVES ATTRACTIVE TO LONG-TERM JOBLESS WORKERS - February 5, 2011

It looked like a party: 400 people, mostly women, cheering, clapping and springing from their seats.

FROM JOBLESS TO HOME-BASED BUSINESS: A TOUGH SELL - February 3, 2011

Millions of Americans have lost their jobs in the past three years, and some of them are looking to replace the lost income with home-based businesses.

PRIVATE EQUITY FIRM TO ACQUIRE PRE-PAID LEGAL SERVICES IN $650M DEAL - January 31, 2011

A private equity firm has agreed to buy all outstanding shares of Ada-based Pre-Paid Legal Services Inc., the firms announced today.

SORRY, MADAM, THIS LANE IS CLOSED WHILE WE DO IT AMWAY - January 15, 2011

An army of top Chinese sales staff hits town, writes Vanda Carson.

AMWAY'S $20 MILLION EXPANSION PLAN MOVES FORWARD IN ADA TOWNSHIP - January 14, 2011

A mway is moving ahead with a $20 million plan to expand its manufacturing capacity and add jobs now that it has cleared the first hurdle in securing tax abatements for the project.

DISTRIBUTORS RAISE QUESTIONS ABOUT TRIVANI'S CLAIMS - January 9, 2011

Occasional corporate donations are one thing, but fully funding a charity with sales from a for-profit sister company is unheard of, say the founders of Springville-based Trivani Foundation and Trivani International.

DIRECT SALES: GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY OR HYPE? - December 22, 2010

Selling door-to-door can be big business. We explore the pros and cons.

ROAD TO RECOVERY: MORE PEOPLE SELLING AT HOME - December 17, 2010

Selling things like Tupperware and Avon for extra income isn't anything new. But the stalled economy has motivated a lot more people to get into the direct-selling business and start holding at-home retail parties.

FIRM'S NEW MONIKER MAY BE ITS TRUMP CARD - December 7, 2010

After partnering with the Donald, the former Ideal Health takes off.

FORTUNE, OR MISFORTUNE? STATE LOOKING INTO POSSIBLE PYRAMID SCHEME - December 4, 2010

State Attorney General investigating consumer complaints against Fortune Hi-Tech Marketing.

SIMPLYFUN OFFERS "SMART" GIFT CHOICES - November 18, 2010

Direct Seller's Games and Activities Help Children Learn While They Play

WICK, WAX AND WONDERFUL - November 11, 2010

9-to-5 jobs can't hold a candle to this factory work.

AMWAY CHINA CHAIRWOMAN: DANCING WITH DRAGON REQUIRES GIVE AND TAKE - November 10, 2010

Planning to do business in China? Prepare to dance. Waltz, actually. You know: Step forward, step sideways, step back, repeat with a little spin.

SOME COMPANIES HELP EMPLOYEES STAY HEALTHY - November 10, 2010

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Today's jobs require little activity. And the result is that workers are heavier than ever, which can lead to a host of costly health problems for employers and employees alike.

CONSUMER PROTECTION TARGETS SELLERS, DISTRIBUTORS OF KIRBY VACUUMS IN STATE - November 8, 2010

HARTFORD - The Department of Consumer Protection is seeking legal action against ten sellers and distributors of Kirby vacuum cleaners in the state.

MEDIFAST PUTS WEIGHT BEHIND EXPANSION OF OWINGS HILLS HQ, CLINICS - November 5, 2010

Baltimore County weight loss company Medifast Inc. plans to expand into a third corporate center in Owings Mills, which it hopes to use to support its rapidly growing network of weight-control clinics.

AMWAY SUBSIDIARY SETTLES LAWSUIT - November 4, 2010

Quixtar accused of running pyramid scheme

MONAVIE, AMWAY SETTLE NASTY LEGAL DISPUTES - November 2, 2010

Two multilevel marketing companies, Utah-based MonaVie and Amway of Michigan, have settled acrimonious lawsuits. Each was claiming the other made false statements about its products and companies.

DREAMWEAVER - November 2, 2010

With a Midwest charm and worldy smarts, Tami Longaberger helped propel her family's well-liked Ohio basket company into a national success.

AVON PROFIT, SALES FALL SHORT OF ESTIMATES - October 28, 2010

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) - Avon Products Inc., the world's largest direct seller of beauty products, on Thursday reported lower-than-expected third-quarter profit, as sales dropped in North America.

A JOURNEY INTO THE MAN CAVE WITH NICK BESTE - October 28, 2010

Nick Beste, the 23-year-old CEO of Man Cave, is an inspiring example of an entrepreneur who found success during the recession.

PRE-PAID LEGAL CONSIDERING BUYOUT OFFER - October 26, 2010

Ada, OK-based Pre-Paid Legal disclosed a $60 per share buyout offer on Monday.

STELLA & DOT'S JEWELRY PARTIES DAZZLE - October 25, 2010

Jessica Herrin, founder of the jewelry company Stella & Dot, has found a way to bring together e-commerce, social networking and direct sales, while at the same time helping women work from home on their own schedules.

MLM COMPANY MAXFOREX ALTERS NAME AND WEBSITE WITHOUT INFORMING ITS 'INVESTORS' - October 21, 2010

MLM company MAXFOREX has changed its name and website to 'Dream Worldwide', leaving many of its 'investors' high and dry.

DIRECT SALES OR PYRAMID? MULTILEVEL FIRM MAKES ENEMIES, MILLIONAIRES - October 18, 2010

LEXINGTON, Ky. --Marie Richardson of Daytona Beach, Fla., has never been as excited about a business opportunity as she is about her new work for Fortune Hi-Tech Marketing.

MULTILEVEL MARKETING SALES REPS URGED TO SIGN UP OTHERS - October 15, 2010

Most everyone's come in contact with a multilevel marketing company at some point.

FORTUNE HI-TECH: AMERICAN DREAM OR PYRAMID SCHEME? - October 15, 2010

Fortune Hi-Tech: American dream or pyramid scheme?

PRE-PAID STOCK SLUMPS ON WEAK SALES, RECRUITMENT FIGURES - October 5, 2010

Shares of Pre-Paid Legal Services dived Monday after the Ada company disclosed sharp decreases in new customers and sales people.

AVON, OTHERS AGAINST PEDDLER-LICENSE PLAN - September 30, 2010

If Phoenix slaps licensing requirements on door-to-door peddlers, the move could hurt thousands of self-employed workers who sell products from Avon, Tupperware and similar companies.

MARKETER THIRTY-ONE GIFTS SCRAMBLES FOR EASTON LEASE AHEAD OF HOLIDAYS - September 27, 2010

A fast-growing direct-sales gifts marketer is taking over the former Victoria's Secret Direct distribution center at Easton as it scrambles to keep pace with its 15,000 home-based sales agents in time for the busy holiday season.

SCHOOL MOTHERS BUY INTO JOBS AT DIRECT SALES FIRMS - September 26, 2010

The beginning of the new school term has seen an 11% jump in job applications to direct-selling companies as mothers seek to make money while their children attend classes.

SECRETS OF DIRECT SALES SUCCESS UNCOVERED - September 13, 2010

Direct Sales Is $28 Billion Industry

A LATIN AMERICAN IMPORT, HERBALIFE NUTRITION CLUBS SPROUT - September 9, 2010

STOCKTON - The modest storefront on East Main Street is much like a handful of others that have opened up throughout Stockton - mostly in Spanish-speaking neighborhoods - over recent months

GROWING UP DEVOS: THREE GENERATIONS TALK ABOUT HUMBLE BEGINNINGS OF AMWAY, MANAGING FAMILY AND WEALTH - September 9, 2010

HOLLAND -- Helen DeVos says it wasn't easy living with a new business growing from her basement.

BILTMORE ANNOUNCES BILTMORE INSPIRATIONS, NEW DIRECT SELLING PARTY PLANNING BUSINESS - September 7, 2010

The Biltmore Company, in Asheville, N.C., is excited to announce Biltmore Inspirations, its first introduction into the direct selling industry where consultants will offer Biltmore products in a home party environment.

ACN WELCOMES REPRESENTATIVES TO HOMETOWN FOR TRAINING EVENT - September 3, 2010

More than 20,000 people from every corner of the globe will be networking with other business owners, learning more about the direct selling process, listening to key business-building advice and celebrating others' accomplishments at ACN's upcoming International Training Event.

MEET AMERICA'S FASTEST-GROWING COMPANY - September 1, 2010

Jere Thompson Jr. of Ambit Energy on how he rose to the top of the 2010 Inc. 500.

DIRECT SELLING INCREASES IN POPULARITY DESPITE RECESSION - September 1, 2010

The number of people working in direct selling has risen by 22 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2010, according to the Direct Selling Association (DSA).

AVON AD CAMPAIGN TARGETS WOMEN WHO WANT TO BE BOSS - August 29, 2010

AVON, the cosmetics giant, stepped up its efforts to recruit more women wanting to work for themselves by launching a second wave of television adverts last week.

PARTYLITE SMACKDOWN: SO-CALLED BARBECUE LEADS TO $2 MILLION LAWSUIT - August 26, 2010

A lawsuit filed in federal court this week argues that a St. Louis woman should pay $2 million for damages incurred by a barbecue she held in her home

AMWAY FOR LAW TO REGULATE DIRECT SELLING COMPANIES - August 22, 2010

Baddi, Himachal Pradesh: US-based FMCG firm Amway India, which is on an expansion spree, has sought a law for regulating direct selling companies' activities to ensure fairplay.

HUNT SAYS AGELOC HAS BEEN A 'BLOCKBUSTER' FOR NU SKIN: VIDEO - August 10, 2010

Truman Hunt, chief executive officer at Nu Skin Enterprises Inc., discusses the outlook for his company and business growth.

AVON PROFIT RISES, HELPED BY EMERGING MARKETS - July 29, 2010

Avon Products Inc., the direct-seller of beauty products, said second-quarter profit doubled, both because of a restructuring charge in the year-earlier period and strong demand in developing markets from Brazil to South Africa, which helped offset a decline in the U.S.

REGAL WARE: AMERICAN KITCHEN BY REGAL WARE REWRITES THE RECIPE FOR SUCCESSFUL HOLIDAY BAKING AND CANDY MAKING - August 12, 2010

Holiday baking and candy making are time-honored traditions, but when your hard work results in overcooked or unevenly browned baked goods it can really "burn your cookies!"

LEADERSHIP TRAINING GAINS URGENCY AMID STRONGER ECONOMY - August 2010

FTC ENDS INVESTIGATION OF PRE-PAID LEGAL - July 19, 2010

The Federal Trade Commission's three-year investigation into the marketing practices of Pre-Paid Legal Services Inc. is ending without any action against the company, Pre-Paid said Tuesday.

8 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE BECOMING A DIRECT SELLER - July 17, 2010

The possibilities are limitless for enterprising individuals who can figure out the right product and the right company to choose.

FOOD GROUP WELCOMES REVIEW OF CONSUMER LAW - June 15, 2010

The Food and Grocery Council has welcomed the release of a discussion document on plans to review and rationalise consumer law.

YTB IS 'ILLEGAL PYRAMID SCHEME,' CLAIMS NEW CLASS ACTION - June 15, 2010

A group of multi-state plaintiffs filed a putative class action lawsuit against YTB International and its officers, charging the company is operating an illegal pyramid scheme.

MURKY COVERS: UNSCRUPULOUS SCHEMES TO SELL INSURANCE PRODUCTS CONTINUE UNABATED - June 2, 2010

More and more dodgy schemes to sell insurance policies keep crawling out from the woodwork. But a number of insurance companies have preferred to maintain a deafening silence on these devious activities.

ZER01 SLAPPED WITH $43 MILLION JUDGMENT - May 25, 2010

Global Verge, a multilevel marketing firm, has won a US$43 million judgment against Zer01, the company that once promised to deliver an unlimited voice and data cell phone service.

NOW, MULTI-LEVEL MARKETING TO ENTICE INVESTORS IN FOREX TRADING - May 10, 2010

Maximus Trades Inc (MAXFOREX), a Mauritius-based company which provides a trading platform in foreign exchange through an e-portal, is encouraging high-risk investment through an MLM model.

INSURANCE BROKING FIRM OFFERS ASTRONOMICAL REWARDS UNDER MLM SCHEME - May 6, 2010

Jeevan Suraksha, an insurance broking firm that has tied up with various leading insurance companies, is actively running an MLM scheme in general and life insurance products.

MANNATECH BEGINS COUNTDOWN TO LAUNCH OF BUSINESS IN MEXICO - May 5, 2010

Direct Sales Leader of Science-Based Solutions Announces Official Launch Date and Pre-Launch Activities for Mexico.

AVON'S PROFIT DROPS, HURT BY CHARGES; SALES UP - April 30, 2010

No. 1 direct seller of beauty items Avon Products Inc. said Friday that its first-quarter profit fell 64%, hurt by restructuring charges and a currency devaluation in Venezuela, as demand in Latin America and Europe picked up.

TUPPERWARE PRESERVES GROWTH IN EMERGING MARKETS - April 23, 2010

Tupperware broke out on Wednesday more than 11.5% on a very bullish first-quarter earnings report.

AMWAY LEVERAGES DISTRIBUTION NETWORK TO SELL INSURANCE PRODUCTS - April 21, 2010

T he firm, which is into ‘network selling’, has tied up with Max New York Life Insurance Co Ltd and Royal Sundaram Alliance Insurance to market insurance products via a subsidiary, through its more than four lakh distributors.

AVON HAS PLAN TO REVIVE U.S. SALES -ANALYSTS - April 15, 2010

Avon aims to reduce non-beauty item sales in United States.

RELIANCE INSURANCE AGENT INVOLVED IN CHAIN-MARKETING SCHEME - April 19, 2010

Hyderabad-based Jeevanseva Infotech is actively engaged in chain-marketing a personal accident policy in Amravati, Mumbai and Pune.

LEGITIMATE AGENT RUNS MLM SCHEME UNDER A MURKY COVER - April 16, 2010

Team Life Care Co, an authorized corporate agent of Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance, is carrying on a multi-level marketing scheme under a sister entity called TLC Insurance (India) Pvt Ltd, in open violation of the law.

AVON SUSPENDS FOUR EXECS IN CHINA BRIBERY PROBE - April 13, 2010

Avon suspended four executives pending an internal investigation of bribery allegations in China, sending its shares down 8 percent

SLOW ECONOMY FAILS TO PUT A CREASE IN ETERNAL DESIRE TO LOOK YOUNG - March 29, 2010

Direct selling company, Nu Skin does well in the down economy.

INDIAN WOMEN GETTING 'EMPOWERED' WITH DIRECT SELLING - March 28, 2010

Direct selling is becoming a viable career option for Indian women.

YTB NAMES SAUNDERS TO BOARD, BOOSTS VAN PATTEN'S PAY - March 8, 2010

YTB International, Inc. names Burt Saunders to the board of directors.

PRE-PAID FOUNDER TO RETIRE IN APRIL - March 4, 2010

Harland C. Stonecipher is stepping down as Founder and CEO of Pre-Paid Legal in April, 2010.

COMPANY CLAIMS RECORDING CAR TAGS CAN LEAD TO PROFIT - February 11, 2010

Narcthatcar.com claims representatives can earn cash by collecting license plate numbers.

YTB CFO CLAGG RESIGNS - February 4, 2010

John Clagg, CFO of YTB International resigns.

BBB ISSUES WARNING - February 4, 2010

The Better Business Bureau issues a warning to consumers to keep an eye out for a Jacksonville scam that urges people to make money by collecting license plate numbers.

KEY SUSPECT ARRESTED IN NATION'S LARGEST MULTILEVEL FRAUD CASE: POLICE - January 31, 2010

A key mastermind to the largest multilevel marketing fraud in Seoul is captured.

MAN CAVE SALES PARTY, MAN'S WORLD BREAKTHROUGH - January 29, 2010

MLM companies that are geared toward men.

BBB WARNS CONSUMERS OF ILLEGAL PYRAMID SCHEMES - January 28, 2010

The Better Business Bureau warns consumers about being victimized by illegal pyramid schemes during the recession.

DIRECT APPROACH WORKS FOR AVON - January 13, 2010

Direct sales works for Avon and many other direct selling companies.

AVON'S LITTLE SISTER IS CALLING - January 13, 2010

Avon’s pilot program, Mark, helps students pay off student loans.

DIRECT SELLING INDUSTRY WITNESSES BLAZING GROWTH - January 12, 2010

Despite difficult economic times, the direct selling industry reports excellent growth.

UPDATE 1 - TUPPERWARE SAYS VENEZUELA MOVE WON'T HURT '10 VIEW - January 12, 2010

Tupperware reports that Venezuela’s devalued currency won’t hurt its 2010 earnings.

HOW TO MAKE A MILLION IN YOUR PAJAMAS - January 8, 2010

Home-based business owners and distributors find success working from home.

YTB FACES NEW MLM LEGAL CHALLENGE

YTB International faces a class action lawsuit alleging it is operating as an illegal pyramid scheme.

SELL OLD GOLD FOR CASH - January 5, 2010

Selling gold through direct sales – Is it worth it?

PARTY ON - December 17, 2009

Representatives find selling more simple through direct selling during hard economic times.

AMWAY TO BEEF UP PRESENCE IN DIRECT-SELLING MARKET - January 20, 2010

Amway is looking to beef up its sales overseas.

'DOUBLE YOUR MONEY' FRAUD: EOW MOVES AGAINST FIRM - December 28, 2009

Direct selling fraud is on the rise in India.

DIRECT SELLING FLOURISHES IN CHINA - December 25, 2009

Direct selling is on the rise in China.

GOLD IS THE NEW TUPPERWARE AND YOU'RE INVITED TO THE PARTY - December 21, 2009

The gold party is the new success in direct selling.

NORTH DAKOTA SHUTS DOWN FIRM LINKED TO MILES - December 17, 2009

The North Dakota Attorney General’s Office has shut down a Kentucky-based multilevel marketing company, Fortune Hi-Tech Marketing.

DIRECT SALE IN COSMETICS GROWS - December 17, 2009

Direct selling and cosmetics products grow as people look for ways to gain economic security in the recession.

AVON CALLING: MORE US WORKERS TRY DIRECT SALES - December 16, 2009

Many Americans are filling the income void by jumping on the direct selling bandwagon.

MARY KAY REPRESENTATIVES OFFERS "CARE PACKAGES" FOR TROOPS - December 14, 2009

Mary Kay representatives donate hygiene packages to troops.

MORE TURNING TO AT-HOME BUSINESSES - December 14, 2009

More people are turning to network marketing during hard economic times.

ZER01 MOBILE FACES LAWSUIT FROM FORMER PARTNER - December 15, 2009

Zer01 Mobile faces lawsuit from former partner from Global Verge.

RECESSION-PROOF: ADULT NOVELTIES POPULAR AS INVESTMENT IN RELATIONSHIP - December 13, 2009

Adult novelties stated to be recession proof in direct selling model.

SPORTS STARS LEND THEIR NAMES TO MULTI-LEVEL CHARITY SCHEME - December 8, 2009

Give for Life proves to be a multi-level marketing charity scheme.

PLAYING INTO VANITY: UNDER THE RADAR - December 4, 2009

Nu Skin capitalizes on vanity.

MARY KAY'S PINK DOING GREEN ALSO CREATES JOBS - November 19, 2009

Mary Kay is teaming up with the Citizen’s Development Center in Dallas to recycle used cosmetic compacts.

MLM HOME BASED BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCED AS GVO MALAYSIA LAUNCHES ONLINE RESOURCE CENTER - November 20, 2009

Global Virtual Opportunities Malaysia launches online MLM package for would-be entrepreneurs.

DIRECT SELLING ASSOCIATION OFFERS TIPS TO COLLEGE STUDENTS SEEKING EXTRA INCOME THIS HOLIDAY SEASON - November 21, 2009

The DSA offers advice to college students.

PRE-PAID SEES STOCK'S VALUE FALL - November 20, 2009

Prepaid Legal Services stock’s fall due to the FTC’s concerns that the business made misleading claims about its identity theft products.

JUDGE VALIDATES KEY MANNATECH PATENTS - October 7, 2009

Mannatech announced today that it has secured a second injunction in its ongoing efforts to protect its patented glyconutrient products Ambrotose^® complex and Advanced Ambrotose™ formula.

LIFEVANTAGE PLANS TO CUT COSTS - October 7, 2009

LifeVantage plans to cut costs and focus on expanding direct selling channel

HARD TIMES DRIVE MANY TO DIRECT SALES CAREERS - October 8, 2009

More Americans are turning to home selling amid the economic downturn.

EEOC SUES MANNATECH - October 13, 2009

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is suing Mannatech under allegations of firing a disabled employee.

CHINESE POLICE FERRET OUT PYRAMID SCHEME SUCKING 1 BILLION YUAN - October 13, 2009

Hong Kong Link World International Sci-tech Ltd. is accused of acquiring one billion in illegal funds.

XANGO TO SPONSOR 3 OPERATION SMILE TRIPS - October 22, 2009

XanGo is sponsoring three Operation Smile trips abroad.

XANGO SEMINAR BOOSTS DISTRIBUTORS - October 23, 2009

In Salt Lake City, Utah, distributors are receiving a boost of confident amid the recession from XanGo seminar.

UNEMPLOYED FIND RELIEF IN ... TUPPERWARE? - October 25, 2009

Home selling thrives in recession - Direct selling companies thrive during recession which began in 2007.

HOW DO YOU SAY "PINK CADILLAC" IN MANDARIN? - November 17, 2009

The American company Mary Kay is thriving in China.

AHEAD OF THE BELL: DIRECT SELLERS UPGRADED - October 9, 2009

The difficult economy is giving direct sellers the upper hand.

LONGABERGER HIRES NEW PRESIDENT - October 2, 2009

Longaberger hires Robin Crossman, a 20-year veteran in the direct sales industry, as the new company president.

CONSUMER'S EDGE: PYRAMID SCHEME OR LEGITIMATE MULTILEVEL MARKETING? - October 3, 2009

Amerireach.com LLC was sued by a half-dozen Tampa Bay-area residents after they claimed the company was operating as a pyramid scheme.

SALLY BEAUTY PAYS $61M FOR SCHOENEMAN - October 2, 2009

Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc’s subsidiary company has purchased Schoeneman, a company with 500 employees and 100 direct sales consultants.

HARD KNOCKS IN DIRECT SALES - October 4, 2009

As more people decide to migrate into direct selling competition among distributors rise.

BODY MAGIC: GET RICH, GET THIN -- OR GET REAL? - September 1, 2009

A Nevada based undergarments company holds sought after convention.

BBB: RED FLAGS FLY WITH INTERNET OFFER - September 6, 2009

The Better Business Bureau warns that iJango is operating as a pyramid scheme.

MAKE YOUR LIFE ONE LONG PARTY - September 14, 2009

Direct selling companies offer a variety of products and startup fees enabling the individual to earn extra cash within their budget and interest.

TIENS SAYS IT'S NOT A PYRAMID SCHEME - September 20, 2009

TIENS, a Chinese company that sells medical products, states that it operates within the law.

BBB WARNINGS UNFOUNDED, IJANGO EXECS CONTEND - September 24, 2009

iJango denies the allegations of running an illegitimate business.

AMWAY PLANS AD BLITZ, BRICK & MORTAR PRESENCE - August 4, 2009

Amway plans changes for its 50th year in business.

DIRECT SALES POPULAR TO FILL INCOME VOID - August 11, 2009

To make ends meet, women are turning the hobbies and fun into cash.

SPLASH ALLOTS P200M TO PROMOTE NEW SKIN WHITENER - August 13, 2009

Splash Corp promotes new skin whitener cream through direct sales.

MONAVIE LANDS ON INC.'S TOP 500 LIST - NO. 1 IN FOOD AND BEVERAGE CATEGORY - August 13, 2009

MonaVie lands several top ratings on Inc.’s Top 500 List.

FUBON SECURITIES SIGNS DEAL WITH KELTI - August 15, 2009

Kelti’s success in the Chinese market leads to proposed expansion.

ORIFLAME TO LAUNCH 400 NEW PRODUCTS, TREBLE BIZ IN 5 YEARS - August 17, 2009

With Indians growing more beauty conscious, Oriflame plans to add 400 new products to its India market.

MANDURA'S AMAZING GROWTH SENDING SHOCKWAVES THROUGH NETWORK MARKETING COMMUNITY - August 18, 2009

Many distributors are leaving their downlines in favor of Mandura’s compensation plan opportunity.

HOW I DID IT: DALLIN - September 1, 2009

Dallin A. Larsen with MonaVie explains how he made his company into a multi-billion dollar business.

YOUR TURN: READER REACTION TO STORIES ABOUT FAMILY FINANCES AND MULTILEVEL MARKETING PLANS - July 19, 2009

Readers submit financial family stories, including those about multilevel marketing.

AMWAY'S CANDACE MATTHEWS IS BLACK ENTERPRISE MAGAZINE'S CORPORATE EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - August 25, 2009

Black Enterprise magazine places Amway’s Candace Matthews as Corporate Executive of the year.

KEEN GRADUATES SELL DOOR-TO-DOOR - August 26, 2009

Avon reports higher interest from college graduates in direct sales.

DSWA'S SUCCESSFUL COACH EXCELLENCE SCHEDULES NEXT SESSION - August 27, 2009

DSWA announces the next session of the Coach Excellence School for direct selling professionals.

EAGER TO ANSWER QUESTIONS, USANA BRING IN INTERVIEWER LARRY KNIGHT - August 29, 2009

Usana Health Sciences eagerly invites Larry King to ask questions about the company’s distinction between multilevel marketing and a Ponzi scheme.

MARY KAY INDEPENDENT SALES FORCE SURGES TO MORE THAN 2 MILLION MEMBERS - July 14, 2009

Company Celebrates Achievements During Annual Seminar - The Dallas Business Wire reports Mary Kay's seminar in Dallas will celebrate the company's growth of over two million independent representatives.

MORE CHOOSING DIRECT SELLING AS A RESULT OF AGGRESSIVE MARKETING - July 13, 2009

The Star Online reports that direct selling is used as a supplemental income during down times.

TURN DIRECT SELL PASSION INTO CASH - July 6, 2009

ABC News offers quick tips to making cash as a direct selling consultant.

NEW BOOK BACKS AUSTRALIAN MUMS "HAVING A GO" - July 22, 2009

Moms in Australian place aside outdated suspicion of direct selling companies in order to cash in at the bank, a new book reports. Industry statistics included.

A PLAN OF ACTION - July 22, 2009

Network marketing companies do well in economic downturns.

MY VINTAGE BABY ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECT SALES MARKETING CONCEPT - July 23, 2009

My Vintage Baby, a clothing retailer, announces the launch of its new direct selling program with 18 sales representatives.

SILPADA DESIGNS INCREASES LUSTER DESPITE TARNISHED ECONOMY - July 23, 2009

Silpada Designs, a relatively young direct selling company, focuses on engaging and retaining highly focused representatives.

THE RISE OF ALTERNATIVE JOB MARKETS - July 24, 2009

The falling economy offers new opportunities for those willing to take matters into their own hands.

MANNATECH EXPANDS IN EUROPE - July 24, 2009

The direct selling company, Mannatech, plans to expand to Austria, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden in September.

AMWAY WANTS LEGISLATION ON DIRECT SELLING - July 26, 2009

Due to several direct selling schemes in India, Amway is hoping new legislation will give legal direct selling companies a stable and long-term climate in which to operate.

FRAUD SCHEME SHADOW OVER DIRECT SELLING - July 27, 2009

Illegitimate pyramid schemes threaten legitimate direct selling companies.

GRADUATES GO DOOR TO DOOR FOR A CAREER - July 26, 2009

With the limited availability of full time lucrative jobs, many college graduates are turning to direct selling.

LIFEVANTAGE ANNOUNCES PRELIMINARY UNAUDITED FOURTH QUARTER REVENUE - July 27, 2009

LifeVantage announces a net revenue increase of 1.6 million.

AVON CALLING: FOR MORE SALES REPRESENTATIVES - July 28, 2009

Avon, and many other large direct selling companies, are turning up the heat for new recruits, and it’s working.

HOW TO MAKE MONEY IN THE EVENING - July 31, 2009

Direct selling helps people make money in the evening or while the children are asleep.

GRADUATES TAKE THE DOORSTEP CHALLENGE - July 28, 2009

Graduates choose door-to-door sales instead of launching their careers in the weak economy.

A NEW WOMAN'S NETWORK IS LAUNCHED IN THE DC AREA BY MYLIFECOMPASS.COM - July 28, 2009

New Women’s Network – MyLifeCompass.com –Launches in the D.C. Area at "Discover Your Compass" Opportunity Event and Proceeds Benefit the Center for Human Development

WALLAPA SETS HER AVON GOALS HIGH - July 30, 2009

Wallapa is the first female country manager of Avon Cosmetics in Thailand.

TUPPERWARE PARTIES AND AVON LADIES ARE BACK IN US - July 31, 2009

The recession and the part time work offered by direct selling helps to pay the bills once again in the United States.

THE SALES CYCLE: HOW DO SALES REPS REPRESENT YOU? - July 31, 2009

How does your company treat distributors comparatively to sales representatives?

SKYBIZ PYRAMID SETTLEMENT TO PROVIDE $20 MILLION FOR CONSUMERS - March 23, 2003

In May 2001, the FTC filed suit in U.S. District Court in Tulsa, Oklahoma charging that Tulsa-based SkyBiz and its principals promoted a pyramid scheme with claims of quick riches. The settlement will provide $20 million for consumer redress and will bar all the defendants from participating in pyramid schemes or misrepresenting the amount of sales, income, profits or rewards of any future business venture.

CAMPAIGN FUNDRAISING, MLM OR PYRAMID? - February 2, 2002

An Associated Press story originating from Mobile, Alabama on February 1 reported that Jim Zeigler, a Republican planning to announce his candidacy for the state auditor position on February 9, was ordered by the attorney general's office to immediately halt his fund-raising campaign, labeling it a pyramid scheme.

WEB SHOPPING MALL CHARGED - January 8, 2002

The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reported in early January that the U.S. Attorney's Office in Miami is prosecuting a case involving a purported Internet shopping mall that was revealed to be an illegal pyramid scheme.

GIFTING CLUBS HELD ILLEGAL - January 6, 2002

During the past two years, hundreds of "gifting clubs" have been "cracked" as illegal pyramid schemes by authorities in nearly two dozen states, according to an Associated Press article that ran in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch in January.

FTC SUES SKYBIZ - June 18, 2001
The Federal Trade Commission has asked a U. S. District Court Judge to halt the unlawful operations of SkyBiz.com, charging that the operation that purports to sell online tutorials on Web-based products is actually a massive illegal pyramid scheme.

FTC v BIGSMART - $5 MILLION SETTLEMENT - March 27, 2001

Operators of an Internet-based business opportunity that promised easy income for investors in an Internet shopping mall network have agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that their scheme was an illegal pyramid operation.

EQUINOX SETTLES CASE WITH FTC AND EIGHT STATES - April 25, 2000

Consumers who lost money investing in a pyramid scheme they thought was a legitimate multi-level marketing business, will share in as much as $40 million dollars under the terms of a settlement between the Federal Trade Commission and law enforcement authorities from eight states, and William Gouldd and Equinox International of Las Vegas, Nevada.

FTC SEEKS TO HALT ILLEGAL PYRAMID SCHEME - December 13, 1999

The Federal Trade Commission has asked a U.S. District Court Judge to halt the operation of a vast pyramid scheme promoted in part on the Internet, and to freeze the defendants' assets, pending trial, so they will be available for consumer redress.

MAKING CASH SURFING THE NET IN MLM FORMAT A HIT - October 11, 1999

According to a report broadcast on MSNBC in early October, surfing the Internet may now become a lucrative opportunity.

NU SKIN RECEIVES POSITIVE RESPONSE TO INTERNET INITIATIVES - September 28, 1999

Nu Skin Japan, a subsidiary of Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc., recently launched "Distributor Plaza," an enhancement to its web site that allows its independent distributors to place customer orders for products over the Internet.

FTC, 6 STATES SUE EQUINOX INTERNATIONAL - August 9, 1999

The FTC alleged that the defendants operated an illegal pyramid scheme, made deceptive earnings claims, and provided distributors with the means and instrumentalities to violate federal law.

FTC WINS CASE AGAINST DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING OF "SUPER-FORMULA" - July 19, 1999

SlimAmerica ordered to pay more than $8.3 million in consumer redress; post bonds before engaging in future weight-loss or other marketing activities

MARKETERS CHARGED IN CLAIMS ABOUT LAUNDRY DETERGENT SUBSTITUTE - July 1, 1999

Dallas Marketers of Laundry Detergent Substitute Charged with Making False and Unsubstantiated Claims Agree to Settlement with FTC and Six States

PYRAMID VICTIMS NAILED - June 7, 1999

Three victims who lost money in a major pyramid scheme that was busted in Hollywood last month, have been charged with operating their own scam in Ventura County.

DIETICIANS SUPRESS DIVERSITY IN TEXAS - June 2, 1999

Senate Bill 1525 passed in the Texas Letgislature over the weekend. Because of last minute amendments, the final version has a substantially different impact than the one studied by the legislators.

MARKET AMERICA RUMOR IS BOGUS - May 23, 1999

MLM and direct selling companies have been deluged with inquiries from distributors concerning a recent federal court decision involving Market America. Distributors have reported a rumor circulating on the internet and e-mail that, as a result of the Market America case, MLM companies may not enter into "exclusive dealing" agreements with their distributors. As it turns out, the decision in the Market America case does not stand for this proposition, and distributors have been misinformed. Actual case - April 15, 1999.

PROCTOR & GAMBLE LAWSUIT AGAINST AMWAY DISMISSED - May 16, 1999

Reuters reports that a federal judge in Houston dismissed a Proctor & Gamble lawsuit against rival Amway Corp. in mid-May. The suit accused Amway of instigating "false satanic rumors" against Proctor & Gamble that cost the company millions of dollars in lost sales.

MICHIGAN ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE WARNS AGAINST INTERNET PYRAMID SCHEME - May 2, 1999

According to a report in the Detroit News, participants could be charged with a felony for buying into the program which is being classified as a 'wealth redistribution' scheme. The promotion boasts that participants can turn $120 into more than $116,000 without selling a thing and goes on to describe an internet based "business" which has been considered by state officials to be an illegal pyramid selling scheme.

AVON PRODUCTS SUPPORTS RESOLUTION OF DIRECT SELLING ISSUE IN CHINA - April 16, 1999

Avon Products, Inc. (NYSE:AVP) today welcomed the agreement reached last week between China and the United States to remove all market access restrictions on direct selling in China by January 1, 2003, including the current ban on direct selling imposed last April.

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