doTERRA Healing Hands Foundation, in partnership with CHOICE Humanitarian Nepal, is nearing completion on a water supply project in the Makawanpur District of Nepal. The project will help reduce the impacts of deforestation, which severely damaged local water supplies, and includes the construction of water tanks and laying pipeline in order to serve approximately 500 […]

doTERRA recently announced the appointment of Murray Smith as president of Europe, Eurasia and the Middle East. According to the company, as one of the first employees of doTERRA Europe, Smith has helped lead the market through double-digit, year-over-year growth while helping to open several new countries each year. David Stirling, founding executive and CEO, […]

doTERRA announced a matching campaign in support of healthcare workers, first responders and organizations on the front lines of COVID-19. Starting April 8, doTERRA is donating all sales proceeds from Rose Lotion and Shea Butter collection purchases, up to $250,000, and multiplying the proceeds times three, up to $750,000. The donation will then go towards support kits consisting of surgical […]

doTERRA recently announced that it is introducing new sustainable shipping solutions for North America in early 2020 as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability. According to the company, changes include replacing plastic bubble wrap and air pillows with paper options; using shipping boxes made from sustainable forestry that contain less corrugate and include more recycled […]

doTERRA recently announced that it is introducing new sustainable shipping solutions for North America in early 2020 as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability. According to the company, changes include replacing plastic bubble wrap and air pillows with paper options; using shipping boxes made from sustainable forestry that contain less corrugate and include more recycled […]

Salesforce members from dōTERRA, Isagenix International, Thirty-One Gifts and Trades of Hope participated in a Women’s Entrepreneurship Roundtable with United States Congresswoman, Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and the Direct Selling Association (DSA) on Friday, December 13, in Spokane, WA, at Greater Spokane, Inc. The roundtable discussion focused on getting women involved in entrepreneurship, and the importance of family, freedom and flexibility to operate independent businesses.   DSA President Joseph N. […]

For the past few months, you have seen in the magazine our DSN Digital 100—a comprehensive ranking revealing the social media reach and engagement of top direct selling companies. Four categories include social media size, social media engagement, 30-day unique visitors and 30-day pageviews. Whether it’s on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, these companies employ a […]

doTERRA recently expanded its global presence with a new corporate office and locally registered products in Bogotá, Colombia. “doTERRA has experienced unprecedented interest in Colombia from a growing customer base ignited by doTERRA Wellness Advocates,” said Greg Cook, founding executive. “The new office will empower those throughout the region who seek to experience and share essential oils.” A public […]

Starting with the July 2019 issue, Direct Selling News is introducing a new monthly ranking, the DSN Digital 100, that will offer added insight on the digital marketing efforts of direct selling companies. The goal of the DSN Digital 100 is to see who within the direct sales industry is executing a sound social media […]

Changes in the global environment for direct selling companies are happening rapidly on all fronts. Shifting consumer expectations, tighter regulations, increasing digital demands and new competitors are forcing us to examine ourselves inside and out—question who we are, what we’re about and how we want to move forward. We can shrink from these challenges, or […]

One of the ways direct sellers can compete in the marketplace is to consistently provide value. Video may be king on the Internet, but sharing your expertise and adding value via a company blog is still a massively popular and effective brand builder in letting people know about your mission, values, and your expertise and […]

Photo credit: AP Photo Orrin Hatch, the senior senator from Utah—home to nearly 100 direct selling companies—will retire next month. The 84-year-old Hatch, the longest-serving Republican senator in US history, has spearheaded several initiatives during his time in Washington, including leading the Senate’s anti-terrorism bill in response to the Oklahoma City bombing, and, as a senior member of […]