According to the FTC Act, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is to be directed by five Commissioners. Of those, only three can be of the same political party. These Commissioners serve for a seven-year term and may only be removed by the President for what the FTC Act calls “inefficiency, neglect of duty or malfeasance […]

Long before “purpose-driven business” became a corporate catchphrase, direct selling companies understood the value of investing in people. At its best, the channel creates entrepreneurs, develops leaders and builds communities. In an era defined by economic uncertainty, social isolation and declining institutional trust, those strengths are becoming increasingly valuable—not just culturally, but strategically.

In her June 13, 2026, Washington Post “Color of Money” column, personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary chronicled the devastating impact of a fraudulent scheme that left thousands of participants facing significant financial losses. Her reporting raises an important question: If consumer protection is a shared priority for regulators, journalists, consumer advocates and businesses alike, what […]

The Association for Network Marketing Professionals (ANMP) welcomed leaders, executives and entrepreneurs for a four-day educational and networking event in Dallas, Texas. Attendees experienced dozens of presentations, panel discussions, interviews, masterminds and personal growth conversations about hot topics and industry trends, including AI, customers acquisition and culture. Themed “Where Leaders Level Up,” the event highlighted […]

PM-International celebrated the ribbon-cutting of its new Direct Sales Center (DSC) in Fukuoka, Japan, the largest city in the Kyushu region. This center fills a geographical gap and completes what PM-International is calling its “national support triangle” that includes its Tokyo headquarters and Osaka Direct Sales Center. The new Fukuoka center will serve as an […]

Too often, companies approach expansion almost like a gamble. Someone knows somebody in another country. A consultant promises connections. A field leader says they can open a market quickly. Everybody gets excited about the possibilities and starts imagining the outcome before they've really evaluated the process.

Herbalife International India Pvt. Ltd., in partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), celebrated the launch of the Herbalife-IIT Madras Centre of Excellence on Plant Cell Fermentation Technology. The first dedicated facility for translational research and innovation in plant cell fermentation, the center is expected to serve as a hub for innovation […]

LivePURE celebrated strategic market expansions in the United Kingdom, Poland and Portugal. Opening operations in these key markets is part of the company’s broader vision for international growth and bringing its products and “Whole Health” philosophy to customers and entrepreneurs across Europe. “Expanding into these dynamic markets reflects our commitment to bringing the LivePURE opportunity […]

PM-International’s brand FitLine received the German Brand Award 2026 in the Excellent Brands / Health & Pharmaceuticals category. Selected for its strong brand leadership, sustained innovation and its growing digital footprint, FitLine is designed to deliver nutrients at the cellular level and includes a proprietary approach resulting in more than 100 patents. All of the […]

The Bravo Supplier Award recognizes companies that play a critical role in strengthening and advancing the direct selling channel. From innovation to operational excellence, these partners provide the infrastructure that allows companies to grow, adapt and thrive. Direct Selling News is proud to recognize InfoTrax as this year’s recipient of the Bravo Supplier Award.

LR Health & Beauty SE announced the completion of its financial realignment process, which included strengthening its capital base and sustainably reducing its debt level. The company received an initial financial tranche of approximately $11.3 million at the end of March and will receive a second tranche at the end of June. This new financing […]

Launched in October 2024 by Founder Justin Prince alongside Co-Founders Truman Hunt, Justin Serra, Robert Finigan, Tyler Whitehead and Mark Bartlett, MAKE Wellness has captured the attention of health and wellness entrepreneurs and customers. The company’s stellar success has captured our attention, too. With revenue of $104M in its first full year in business, MAKE Wellness is a deserving recipient of the Bravo Growth Award.