The names say it all. Walt Disney. Henry Ford. James Cash Penney. Iconic Founders and CEOs who came to personify the brands they led in the minds and hearts of their employees and the world. This phenomenon is perhaps even more prevalent in direct selling, where there is a long and storied tradition of charismatic leaders who have become synonymous with the companies they helm.

Young Living has been honored with two Green Globes certifications for “its dedication to energy efficiency, sustainability and reducing environmental impacts in building construction and management” by the Green Building Initiative, a nonprofit that collaborates with organizations to improve building performance and reduce climate impacts. “This level of sustainability is a significant accomplishment and a […]

Young Living’s Chief Science Officer Dr. R. Michael Buch was honored with a gold Golden Bridge Award during the 12th Annual 2020 Golden Bridge Business and Innovation Awards®. Dr. Buch won gold for Product Development Executive of the Year. According to the company, he has been crucial in developing Young Living’s exacting standards, resulting in […]

Young Living recently hosted its first-ever virtual International Grand Convention, with more than 210,000 people from 81 countries virtually attending the four-day online event. The convention was designed to keep attendees safe from the COVID-19 pandemic while still providing an immersive, enriching experience. Attendees from around the world were able to interact together live via the […]

Young Living Essential Oils announced that Co-Founder and CEO Mary Young has been awarded Utah Business magazine’s 2020 CEO of the Year award. The CEO of the Year award recognizes Utah CEOs who stand out above the rest by embracing innovation, adopting sound business strategies and building up a track record of proven success. “Mary is a […]

A celebration of the powerful female founders who inspire, support and create accessible entrepreneurial paths. Ready or not, the direct selling industry is changing. Pushy sales tactics, promotions and sales pitches are out. What customers want and expect from brands is an organic feel to all of their interactions and an Instagram-worthy customer experience. Word-of-mouth […]

Young Living Essential Oils took to the skies in Seville, Spain, on April 12 in what could be the largest private hot air balloon launch in the world. In total, 450 Young Living Diamond members boarded 43 hot air balloons displaying Young Living banners and soared above the plazas and neighborhoods of Seville. Earlier in the week, Young Living Diamond members […]

Young Living Essential Oils recently celebrated 25 years as a leader in the marketing and selling of essential oils. Since 1994 Young Living has shipped products to over 200 countries, formulated over 600 health and wellness products, offered the largest range of essential oil products on the market and employed nearly 4,000 people around the […]

Young Living Essential Oils recently announced the promotion of Michael Green to chief information officer. In his new role, Green will be responsible for building scalable information technology systems that can handle the growing volume of product sales and infrastructure to support the company’s 6 million members worldwide. “Michael has proved to be an important leader in our […]

Young Living Essential Oils recently celebrated its official expansion into China. To celebrate the availability of its products there, the company held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new Young Living Guangzhou Experience Centre in Guangzhou, China, on October 19. “Making our products available in China is a major step toward fulfilling Gary Young’s mission to […]

Lehi, UT-based Young Living Essential Oils recently announced the appointment of Lee Bowen as its chief financial officer. Bowen will be responsible for all aspects of the company’s financial condition, as well as overseeing the Accounting, Tax, Finance, Commission Services and Human Resources departments. “At Young Living, much like we seek out the best botanicals from around the […]

D. Gary Young, who passed away on May 12, 2018, was the amalgam of a life spent overcoming tremendous adversity—poverty, disabling injury, ridicule and a harsh upbringing fostered in him an unstoppable desire to help others in need. Through Young Living, the company that he and wife, Mary, founded in 1994, Gary Young built a […]