To Dave Wentz, half a million is so much more than 1 billion.

Xyngular, a health and wellness company with 82 employees based in Lehi, Utah, began as a kernel of an idea by a privately held ownership group.

Among the sports paraphernalia displayed in Larry Mondry’s office is a blue-and-maize banner touting the University of Michigan.

The direct selling industry is at a critical juncture in its long history.

DSN created the Global 100 list to acknowledge the achievements of direct selling companies and to provide a clear picture of the magnitude of the industry.

Four years ago, Jason Camper and Paul Gravette took their combined expertise in the technology, health and wellness and direct sales industries and charted a new course when they launched premium lifestyle brand Le-Vel.