Archives for July 2011
In the second of our three-part series on technology, we look at how new devices and applications are affecting the customer service experience for distributors and consumers.
Celebrating Home's Laura Bujanda shares her insight on how to effectively reach the U.S. Hispanic market.
Tupperware Brands Corp., USANA Health Sciences Inc., Avon Products Inc. , Belcorp USA, Enagic USA, ViSalus Sciences, Univera Inc.
Immunotec Inc., Blyth Inc., Educational Development Corp., Medifast Inc.
As always, it was a great pleasure to attend the USDSA Annual Conference in Miami, meeting old friends and learning of all the exciting new initiatives that are happening in the United States.
Spreading the desire to help people in need is at the core of the philanthropic philosophy of Stampin’ Up!
The Direct Selling Association annual meeting always re-energizes our spirits and elevates our appreciation for the direct selling business model. This year’s annual meeting, held June 5–7, attracted industry executives to a program built around general sessions, workshops and idea labs that covered 28 topics. Jason Dorsey, author of Y-Size Your Business: How Gen Y Employees Can Save You Money and Grow Your Business, reminded everyone that getting the Gen Y message right is critical to the success of all direct selling companies. John Addision, Co-CEO of Primerica, brought the audience back to the importance of leadership in building companies. Ray Chambers, world-renowned entrepreneur, philanthropist and humanitarian, delivered an uplifting message on the power of philanthropy in solving some of the world’s most challenging problems and the importance of direct selling as a channel of distribution. He said, “The direct selling business model can level the playing field and close the gap between the haves and have-nots.”
Michael Fallquist has always understood the responsibility of leaving the planet better than he found it. And his understanding has developed into the passion that birthed Viridian Energy in 2009.
Direct seller Arbonne has given itself a healthy, high-speed makeover that mirrors what the premium botanical ingredients in its product lines do for the company’s consultants and clients.