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XanGo Targets Asia Pacific Region With New Hire Alex Treharne

Posted on 09. Feb, 2010 by Dan Mitchell.

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XanGo, LLC announced the hiring of direct selling industry veteran Alex Treharne as Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific. Treharne brings to the job nearly two decades experience in the industry, with the last 15 spent in various executive positions that have yielded strong sales growth for his employers.

Treharne’s appointment comes on the heels of some of the strongest revenue-increasing months for XanGo in Japan, where he currently resides, as well as other key markets that include Taiwan and Australia. His joining XanGo will bring additional expertise gained from several years of executive management positions, which include President and Managing Director of Japan Tupperware and COO, NuSkin Japan.

“The Asia Pacific region is a targeted area of growth for XanGo and one ripe with potential for further expansion,” said Robert Conlee, CEO of XanGo, LLC. “We’re excited to bring Alex’s tremendous talents and abilities to oversee our very capable management and staff already in these markets; we’re confident he will help further align our strategic objectives and inspire our distributors toward greater achievements.”

Source: Xango

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Amway One by One Campaign for Children Reaches 7 Million Kids

Posted on 08. Feb, 2010 by Dan Mitchell.

Since 2003, Amway has mobilized its employees and distributors all over the world toward bringing about better lives for children in need.

Now in its seventh year of operation, the Amway One by One Campaign for Children has improved the lives of an estimated 7 million children through locally-developed charitable and service programs that align to make a global impact.

Employees and distributors alike have volunteered more than 1.3 million hours, and the company has contributed more than $112 million in donations to partner organizations aimed at children's issues.

"In every country, and indeed every community where Amway operates, we have people who act to make a difference," says Dana Boals, Amway vice president. "Thousands of employees and Amway distributors have rolled up their sleeves to bring about positive change. That is a purposeful reflection of our citizenship, brought to life."

Source: PR Newswire

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Freedom Rocks Suspected of Pyramid Scheme in Hungary

Posted on 08. Feb, 2010 by Dan Mitchell.

Hungary's financial market regulator PSzÁF on Monday said it reported Freedom Rocks Inc, a US-based distributor of software for forex trading, to the police on suspicion of organizing a pyramid scheme.

PSzÁF said an investigation it carried out established that Freedom Rock's activities cannot be classified as investment services or the intermediation of such services, but it still warned potential clients of attached risks.

PSzÁF warned that neither Freedom Rocks nor the brokerages it recommends fall under PSzÁF's regulatory powers. Neither are members of Hungary's National Deposit Protection Fund or Investment Protection Fund. Because they are all based abroad, legal recourse may not be taken in Hungary, PSzÁF added.

Source: Budapest Business Journal

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USANA Finalist in 2010 Stevie Awards for Sales and Customer Service

Posted on 08. Feb, 2010 by Dan Mitchell.

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. today was named a finalist in Contact Center of the Year category in the fourth annual Stevie Awards for Sales and Customer Service. The awards will be presented on February 22 in Miami Beach, Florida.

USANA's contact center consists of over 100 representatives and supports those who reside in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, United Kingdom and the Netherlands. USANA's customer service agents handle inbound communications in eight languages (English, Spanish, French, Chinese [Mandarin & Cantonese], Korean, Japanese and Dutch).

"USANA relies on excellent customer service to gain the trust and confidence of its Associates, Preferred Customers and shareholders," said Alan Bergstrom, USANA Vice President of Customer Service. "Each USANA service representative demonstrates first-class service through clear communication, one-call resolution and interactions that exceed customer expectations every time. We are extremely honored to receive finalist recognition by the Stevie Awards."

Source: Marketwatch

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Mary Kay Goes Green

Posted on 07. Feb, 2010 by Dan Mitchell.

I ran across an interesting article about green initiatives at Mary Kay. Here's an excerpt:

Turns out the skin care and cosmetics mega sales business that was born in 1963 and elevated and launched the career of the at-home beauty consultant has an environmental bent.

The company recycles compacts, builds nature classrooms at domestic violence shelters and for the past 20 years has been moving the culture at MK towards a greener future.

Crayton Webb, director of corporate responsibility, says Mary Kay Inc. was one of the first corporations in the U.S. to have internal recycling, as early as the late ‘80s.

“Our president at the time was Dick Bartlett, who believed that it made good sense for a business to be good stewards for the environment,” says Webb. “What we do today affects future generations.” Founder Mary Kay Ash also believed in doing well by doing good, Webb says.

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Vemma® Enters Sports Drink Market With Vemma THIRST™

Posted on 07. Feb, 2010 by Dan Mitchell.

Vemma Nutrition Company launches Vemma THIRST, a first-of-its-kind, nutritionally complete sports drink. Unlike water or other sports drinks, Vemma THIRST goes beyond hydration by delivering 12 full spectrum vitamins and more than 65 plant-sourced minerals, while replenishing the body with necessary electrolytes, specialized carbohydrates and protein-building amino acids.* The formula's unique combination also harnesses the phytonutrient-rich mangosteen superfruit and further protects the body against cellular damage with the inclusion of a full dose of the clinically proven Vemma formula (Vitamins, Essential Minerals, Mangosteen, Aloe) in every serving *

Perfect for pursuing any activity, Vemma THIRST comes in convenient single serving packets. Once activated with water, it nourishes the body by delivering an ultra-premium supply of vitamins and plant-sourced minerals; supports recovery by supplying key, protein-building amino acids, replenishes electrolyte levels and sustains energy with specialized carbohydrates.* Consumers now have a healthy hydration beverage at their fingertips, made without the high fructose corn syrup or artificial flavors, sweeteners, colors and preservatives used in other sport drink beverages.

Source: PR Web

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Isagenix® Donates Weight Loss Shakes to Haiti

Posted on 07. Feb, 2010 by Dan Mitchell.

We’re committed to our vision to impact world health and free people from physical and financial pain. That’s why we’re giving back and sending more than 45,000 canisters of our IsaLean® Shakes to assist victims of the earthquake in Haiti.

Our nutritionally-rich, high-quality whey protein shakes were recently donated to Stop Hunger Now, a relief organization that has partnered with Mission of Hope in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. These canisters of shakes will provide up to 1.2 million meals.

“It’s devastating seeing thousands of Haitians charge down the street for only two distribution trucks of food,” shares Co-Founder Kathy Coover. “Everyone deserves to have a high-quality, nutritious meal and we can provide that.”

Source: Isagenix

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ASEA Cures “Soap In The Eyes”?

Posted on 07. Feb, 2010 by Ty Tribble.

 A comment about curing properties of ASEA was recently posted here at the MLM Blog, thought you might like to read it:

Recently I accidently got shower gel with essential oils in my eye and the pain and resulting redness was quite severe. After a few hours with no improvement I sprayed Asea directly in my eye. Naturally, since this is not “regular saltwater ” there was no stinging sensation. Within a short time there was noticeable improvement and relief from pain.

Try spraying regular saltwater in your eye and see how it feels.

There you have it.  ASEA cures soap in the eyes.  If you ever get soap in your eyes, I highly recommend rinsing it out with nearly $40/bottle special salt water.

Here is a post that shows the exact ingredients of ASEA.

Here is an ASEA Video that you might like.

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YTB Travel CFO Clagg resigns

Posted on 06. Feb, 2010 by Dan Mitchell.

YTB International Inc. said Thursday that its chief financial officer, John Clagg, resigned effective Tuesday.

The Wood River, Ill.-based multilevel marketer of travel agent Web sites said CEO Robert Van Patten would also serve as interim CFO until a permanent successor is found for the financial post.

Clagg had served as the company’s CFO since December 2005 and prior to that had been CFO of subsidiary YTB Marketing since December 2003.

"John was a well-respected and vital member of our executive team and the value he contributed to the organization is immeasurable,” Van Patten said in a statement. “His leadership will undoubtedly be missed. The company wishes him the very best in his future business endeavors."

Clagg’s departure is the latest in a number of executive changes at the firm in the last year and comes as the company entered into a new loan agreement last week.

Source: Bizjournals

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More Arbonne Checks Are Bouncing…

Posted on 03. Feb, 2010 by Ty Tribble.

 I am getting comments that more Arbonne Checks are bouncing for non-sufficient funds.  So far the checks range from $6 to over $50,000.

This is getting scary.  I can understand how consultants really want to believe the shiny happy picture that the VP's and company are painting, but at some point, you have to consider the facts.

Kind of reminds me of the Chico Marx quote:

"Who are you gonna believe, me or your own eyes?"

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