The Korea Direct Selling Association (KDSA) welcomed key stakeholders to an event in Seoul to discuss Korea’s direct selling market. The event welcomed domestic and international representatives from leading companies and partners to the event, including Shaila Manya, WFDSA Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director; Han-Gill Park, KDSA Chairman; and Ji-Sang Yoo, Incheon Tourism Organization President.

PM-International announced a significant upgrade to its Car Incentive Program. Originally introduced to help distributors cover monthly car payments as they reinvest in their businesses, the program has become an important pillar of the company’s Team Partner benefits. PM-International’s global partnership with the BMW Group has also provided access to premium automotive brands.

The Direct Sellers Association of Canada (DSA Canada) announced a partnership with Brock University Professional and Continuing Studies (Brock PCS) to launch a new online training program designed to strengthen professional sales skills and ethical business practices within the direct selling sector.

Natura has sold its Avon operations in Russia. Arnest Group purchased the operations for approximately $31 million, which were the last remaining Natura asset outside Latin America.

Zinzino AB, as part of its strategic plan to strengthen its presence in Latin America, announced the launch of operations in Peru. The company has already built a foundation in the region, generating approximately $167,000 in monthly sales through its global web shop.

MONAT hosted its first major event since launching in Germany last year. The MONAT Unleashed event welcomed more than 800 Market Partners to Munich, Germany for a day of recognition, education and celebration.