The Excellence Award recognizes individuals whose careers reflect a sustained commitment to leadership, integrity and service to direct selling. This year, that honor goes to Dave Merriman, Executive Vice President of ACN.

Direct Selling News held its 17th Global Celebration event on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 in Dallas, Texas to recognize and celebrate the very best of direct selling. The night was hosted by DSN Publisher Patricia White with special appearances by DSN Founder and CEO Stuart Johnson and Direct Approach podcast host Wayne Moorehead.