Netcoo site syndication http://www.netcoo.info/en Tue, 22 May 2012 10:49:40 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.netcoo.info/en/images/M_images/logo.png http://www.netcoo.info/en Netcoo site syndication http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1111/29/ Mary Kay recently unveiled the newest addition to its Beauty Fleet of cars at its annual seminar in Dallas. The thousands of Independent Beauty Consultants who met at the event were in for a surprise when the curtain was finally lifted: it’s not pink, and not a Cadillac, but a black Ford Mustang. The excited crowd approved with roaring cheers as the stylish Ford Mustang joined ranks with its iconic sister, the pink Cadillac, as another symbol of great achievement in the Mary Kay sales force. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:05:19 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1110/29/ The Turkish Direct Selling Association has elected Tayfun Ergün as its new President. Tayfun Ergün currently also functions as Amway Turkey's General Manager. He will hold his new office as President of the DSA for a three-year term. Turkey’s DSA was established in 1994 and has now, nine members. They are Avon, Amway, Dore, Herbalife, LR, Nikken, Nu Skin, Oriflame and Tupperware. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:58:29 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1109/29/ As a company involved in the sports world for many years, Herbalife has now launched its new product line, Herbalife24, a comprehensive performance nutrition program designed to meet the nutritional needs of the 24-hour athlete, in the United States. Herbalife24, which allows athletes to customize their nutrition program based on their specific sport, day-to-day needs, and training demands, features seven products: Formula 1 Sport, Hydrate, Prolong, Rebuild Endurance, Rebuild Strength, Prepare and Restore. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:53:35 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1108/29/ Agel Vietnam has closed down unexpectedly, leaving tens of thousands of dealers in financial limbo. The information has spread like a wildfire, causing panic and confusion among the company's more than 30,000-strong sales team. While many newcomers to the network, who paid 15 million Dong (700 Dollars) for starter kits now have no way of sourcing their products, thousands of long-standing independent distributors fear they will never receive their commissions. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:50:26 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1107/29/ Global network marketing companies like Herbalife, Nu Skin and Tupperware seem to have gotten it right in emerging markets. In developing countries teeming with opportunity-hungry entrepreneurs to-be, they have succeeded in establishing their marketing model to everyone’s advantage, providing low-seed capital business opportunities to millions of distributors who would otherwise face unemployment while achieving record-breaking sales and growth rates that boost their value on the stock exchange. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:47:31 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1106/29/ As part of its plan to increase brand awareness and strengthen its product portfolio, Avon India has announced it will launch 650 new products this year while also intensifying marketing and advertisind campaigns. Last year, we launched around 450 products. This year, we will launch 650 across all the categories taking the total number of products sold in India to 1,000, said Avon India Managing Director Hemant Singh. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:44:13 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1105/29/ Glissandra Skincare Inc. has announced the pre-launch of its network marketing business opportunity in Canada, a significant move in the company’s strategy to introduce its anti-aging skincare products in the estimated $116 billion a year global anti-aging market. At the core of Glissandra products lies Glissandrin, a suite of natural compounds scientifically proven to address one of the leading causes of aging – mitochondrial decay – while enhancing the cell’s natural antioxidative capabilities. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Mon, 08 Aug 2011 15:40:37 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1104/29/ The US-American National Energy Marketers Association (NEM) is pleased to announce a new Code of Conduct for its members that use network marketing as a means of acquiring new customers. NEM’s Network Marketing Code of Conduct includes the following • Independent representatives of network marketing companies shall not use either telemarketing or door-to-door sales techniques for the purpose of acquiring customers. • A network marketing company shall ensure its independent representatives have received adequate training and information about the nature of the product and the terms and conditions of its sale as well as all market-specific regulatory compliance requirements. • Network marketing companies shall establish and maintain a clear channel of accountability for the actions of its agents. • Any marketing materials utilized by an independent representative of a network marketing company shall be pre-approved by such company.• A network marketing company shall utilize a verifiable quality control process to ensure the integrity of consumer enrollments. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:37:12 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1103/29/ Nu Skin is welcoming Neil H. Offen, recently retired president and chief executive officer of the U.S. Direct Selling Association, to its board of directors.“Neil’s experience with the direct selling industry globally is truly unique. We look forward to his insight and contribution as we pursue our goal of becoming the world’s leading direct selling company,” said Blake Roney, Chairman Nu Skin Enterprises. With more than 40 years of experience in, and commitment to the global direct selling industry, Neil Offen is the ideal addition to Nu Skin’s board. He directed the DSA from 1978 through 2011 and having served as secretary of the World Federation of Direct Selling Associations and as vice chairman of the Direct Selling Education Foundation. Also a member of the D.C. Bar, he received his juris doctor degree from George Washington University and his bachelor’s degree from Queens College. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Fri, 05 Aug 2011 15:31:40 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1102/29/ XANGO Malaysia is pleased to announce it is now a member of the Direct Selling Association of Malaysia (DSAM). XANGO is already a member of several Direct Selling Associations internationally. Over the past several years, Founder and Chairman of XANGO LLC Aaron Garrity has played a key role within the direct sales arena as a member of the World Federation of DSA (WFDSA) CEO Council and on the US-American DSA’s Board of Directors. Currently the Chairman of Member Services for the DSA in the US, Aaron oversees new DSA member applications, ensures appropriate activity by current member companies, and seeks to grow the roster of companies that follow the best business practices and ethics. He also works to ensure the DSA grows with member companies committed to protecting, defending and advancing the business interests of direct sellers everywhere. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Tue, 02 Aug 2011 15:19:44 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1101/29/ In June, the global direct selling company Amway has broken through the 1 billion dollar threshold in monthly sales for the first time in the company’s 52-year long history. Overall, sales are up across the Amway footprint, which spans more than 80 countries and territories. Sales increased in nine of the company's top 10 markets in June. Amway operations in China, Korea, India, Thailand, Taiwan, and Ukraine recorded double-digit growth during that same time period. Successful product promotions, increase in brand awareness through global marketing campaigns and pricing adjustments are the primary drivers attributed to robust sales results. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sat, 30 Jul 2011 15:15:45 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1100/29/ Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. recently held the ground-breaking ceremony for its new $85 million Innovation Center, expanding its corporate headquarters and housing 900 employees its the downtown campus in Provo, Utah. The plans include a new state-of-the-art anti-aging research and development center, technology hub and modern collaborative and green spaces. One of our primary responsibilities is to innovate continually in both our product offerings and our business opportunity. Our history in this regard is remarkable, and our vision of becoming the world's leading direct selling company is dependent on our commitment to continue to renew our vibrant anti-aging business opportunity, said Truman Hunt, Nu Skin president and chief executive officer. The investment we are making in our new Innovation Center is an unmistakable sign that we are committed to achieving our vision. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:11:53 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1099/29/ The nutritional supplement network Reliv International recently earned two 2011 Bronze Quill Awards and an APEX Award for excellence in marketing materials. The St. Louis chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) awarded Reliv two Bronze Quill Awards for its redesigned Distributor Business Kit and Fast Start Guide. The distributor kit helps new distributors quickly establish their Reliv businesses. Reliv's Bronze Quills included an Award of Excellence in Internal Publication Design, and an Award of Merit in Employee/Member Communication. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:08:24 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1098/29/ USANA Health Sciences has recently had many reasons to celebrate. Business is booming for the Utah-based nutrition network, which resulted in the company being honoured with a total of 15 awards within the last two months, and sales as well as earnings per share for the second fiscal quarter reaching new record heights. USANA has been honoured with Gold, Silver and Bronze by numerous well-known business awards, including the Stevie, Communicator, Telly and Best of State awards. In Utah’s Best of State Awards, USANA came first for its seventh year in a row in the Dietary Supplements category. USANA also managed to pick up a whole bunch of Stevie Awards: apart from awards to individual distributors and executives, the company as a whole won the People’s Choice Award in the category Favourite New Media/Entertainment Product for its Health and Freedom Solution, Best Overall Company in the category Social Media Focus for its International Convention and Best Customer Service as well as Support Department of the Year. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:05:57 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1097/29/ Amway North America has launched a new product in its Nutrilite range of vitamins and nutritional supplements, the Nutrilite Memory Builder. In contrast to other memory-supporting supplements, which contain only Gingko biloba, Nutrilite Memory Builder consists of a unique and complementary combination of Gingko and other herbal extracts, including Cistanche tubulosa. According to Dr Keith Randolph, Nutrilite Technology Strategist, the new Nutrilite Memory Builder aims at improving mental strength, especially with regards to memory, focus and concentration. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sat, 16 Jul 2011 15:03:23 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1096/29/ At the 2011 American Business Awards, Vemma Nutrition Company was honured with a Stevie Award in the category of Best Trade Show or Convention for its Vemma Power of Why 2011 Convention. The awards were presented during ceremonies at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. The ceremonies were hosted by Cheryl Casone of Fox Business Network and broadcast nationwide on radio by the Business TalkRadio Network. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:16:52 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1095/29/ On 7th July, members of the Direct Selling Association today elected officers and eight directors to the association’s Board of Directors. The officers will each serve one-year terms in their elected positions, and the directors will each serve three-year terms. Officers of the association are recognised leaders who command the respect of their colleagues and the public, can devote the time necessary to lead and direct the affairs of the association, are willing and able to assume and carry out the duties of the Chairman of the Board, when and if called upon to do so, and have served as directors or have demonstrated ability by their work on committees or on special projects. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:13:33 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1094/29/ Herbalife has welcomed medical experts from Ecuador, Russia and Turkey to its Nutrition Advisory Board. The Nutrition Advisory Board is comprised of leading experts around the world in the fields of nutrition and health who educate and train Herbalife independent distributors and, in China, sales employees, on the principles of nutrition, physical activity and healthy lifestyle. The board is chaired by David Heber, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Center for Human Nutrition at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sun, 10 Jul 2011 09:09:31 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1093/29/ India’s direct selling market which is witnessing a huge growth now has a major diamond jewellery manufacturer trying to promote its own branded diamond jewellery through network marketing. The recent promotional event in Kochi was met with keen interest among jewelry enthusiasts. P S Jewellery, which supplies diamond jewellery to leading jewellery retailers like Tanishq , Joy Alukkas and jewelries in Middle East, are now promoting their branded jewellery, Tahira, through the network marketing route in India. The company has production facilities in Mumbai, Bangalore and Surat as well as in Bangkok, Thailand. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:32:47 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1092/29/ Independence Energy, an independent energy provider for consumers and businesses, recently launched its green energy service, which allows customers to select either 20% green sourced or 100% green sourced energy. The company also introduced a unique Network Marketing programme through its marketing arm, Independence Energy Alliance, which allows individual entrepreneurs to join the green revolution and further market the service. Together, Independence Energy and Independence Energy Alliance empower people to 'Make Choices that Change Lives' through positive energy options and the opportunity for financial rewards. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:23:47 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1091/29/ At this year's Ernst Young Entrepreneur of the Year awards, Blake Roney of Nu Skin will be honored with the 2011 Utah Region Lifetime Achievement Award for his work with Nu Skin, one of only 11 direct-selling companies worldwide to reach $1 billion or more in annual sales. The award honours entrepreneurs who dedicate their lives to business success based sustainable growth and best business practice. When Blake Roney, Sandie Tillotson and Steve Lund founded Nu Skin in 1984, they wanted to succeed in business, of course. But they also wanted to bring innovative skin care and nutritional products to market, ones with ingredients meeting their all of the good, none of the bad philosophy. Their first product was launched via a direct selling model and sold out in a matter of hours. That's when the early Nu Skin team knew they were really onto something. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Tue, 05 Jul 2011 15:17:56 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1090/29/ The international cosmetics direct selling giant Mary Kay recently launched its very first temporary Pop Up Store in Cardiff. The Pop Up Experience is designed to enable women to see the brand in action. The Pop Up Store does not sell anything – customers can simply order the products they like online from home – but offers advice and make-overs from professional make up artists, skincare consultance and a full range of products to try as well as a brilliant virtual makeover programme. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sun, 03 Jul 2011 15:15:41 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1089/29/ Herbalife and the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region signed an agreement to affirm the terms of an ongoing working relationship between the American Red Cross and Herbalife to support the LA community during disaster relief operations and in emergency preparedness. The agreement provides for Herbalife to give protein bars to the Red Cross on an ongoing basis for emergencies, and in increased quantities in the case of local disasters. The Red Cross will also help to educate Herbalife employees on disaster preparedness. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Thu, 30 Jun 2011 15:10:36 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1088/29/ Berry.En is expanding: apart from Germany, Austria, Denmark and the Netherlands, the German start-up network for liquid and gel nutritional supplements has now officially opened its doors in Iceland, the Faröer Islands, Sweden and Hungary. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sun, 26 Jun 2011 15:06:41 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1087/29/ Recently announced at the MonaVie International “Imagine” Convention, Randy Schroeder has accepted a new role as MonaVie President of Europe and Middle East. Randy Schroeder: “I have loved the direct selling industry for many years. Within the industry, there are many good companies and only a handful of very good companies. MonaVie has proven itself and has broken many long standing records. Truly, MonaVie has set itself apart in the direct selling industry. My vision for MonaVie Europe and Middle East is a big one. With the help of great country managers and other organisational resources, we intend to make MonaVie Europe the very best example globally of all that MonaVie represents. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Fri, 24 Jun 2011 15:23:00 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1084/29/ The health and nutrition network Univera, Inc. has announced Randy Bancino as new President and General Manager of Canada Operations. In addition, Univera also named Ken Reid as general manager of Canada located in Montreal. Both Bancino and Reid bring extensive direct selling experience to Univera. Randy is a tremendous addition to the Univera management team. He is a recognized leader in the direct selling health and wellness industry, said Bill Lee, chairman and CEO of Univera. Just as impressive as Randy is Ken and his vast experience serving the Canadian market. We're delighted to have both Randy and Ken serving Univera in critical executive positions moving forward. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sun, 19 Jun 2011 12:48:21 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1086/29/ Mannatech, a global direct seller of nutritional supplements and skin care products, has officially opened office headquarters in four new countries across Europe, including the Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland and the Republic of Ireland. The openings bring Mannatech’s global presence to 21 countries, including Canada, England, Japan, Mexico, South Africa and South Korea. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:55:24 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1085/29/ Hundreds of company executives recently gathered in Miami for the 2011 annual convention of the Direct Selling Association. Apart from their usual meetings, CEOs and executives from the big players including Mary Kay, The Pampered Chef, Avon and many others rolled up their sleeves and worked together with teens and twens to turn the Miami YWCA facility into a more inviting environment for Miami’s young people. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:52:51 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1083/29/ The consumer goods network Amway is about to launch new costmetics, nutrition and wellness products in India to maintain its dominance of the direct selling sector in the country and expand further into its lucrative beauty and health markets. The company, with an annual turnover of 18 billion Rupees (approx. 278 million Euro) holds a market share of over 40 per cent in direct selling. Companies like Oriflame, Avon and Tupperware are the other prominent players in the industry. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:44:24 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1081/29/ Belcorp International, ranked amongst the top 10 largest beauty and direct selling companies in the Americas, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mona Ameli as USA General Manager. In this role, Ameli will be responsible for leading the company's strategic direction and operations, as well as shepherding Belcorp's vision as a successful player in the US network marketing arena. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Tue, 14 Jun 2011 12:19:59 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1082/29/ Bethany College in Kansas is going to start offering a new network marketing curriculum this coming academic year. The programme was created through Bethany’s new Center for Servant Leadership that promotes the awareness, understanding, and practice of servant leadership by individuals and organisations. Bethany is the first institution to offer network marketing as a major. The programme’s mission is to promote integrity, trust, and transparency in network marketing and combat the industry’s underrepresentation in business education. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Wed, 15 Jun 2011 12:36:04 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1080/29/ The acai berry nutrition network MonaVie has announced its official partnership deal with the Japanese IndyCar racer Takuma Sato in this year's 100th anniversary of the Indy 500. In addition, MonaVie has pleged to raise funds for Sato's “With you Japan” charitable program. “There is much work to do in the rebuilding of Japan, and we need all the help we can get,” commented Sato, former Formula One and current IZOD IndyCar Series Driver. “On behalf of the children of Japan, I want to thank MonaVie sincerely for their valuable financial support.” News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sun, 12 Jun 2011 12:17:01 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1079/29/ The wellness network XANGO announced that its Glimpse Mineral Treatment has been officially classified as SPF 25 and PA+++ for sun protection. The SPF number indicates your defense from UVB rays while the PA+++ is the measurement for protection against UVA rays. UVA/UVB rays damage your skin in different ways and it is essential to choose products that guard against both UVA and UVB radiation. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Fri, 10 Jun 2011 12:14:25 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1078/29/ The United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) has named Qivana to its ‘Utah’s Top 25’ Natural Health Products Companies. Qivana is the youngest company to appear on the list, which includes industry leaders like Nu Skin, USANA Health Sciences, Nature’s Sunshine and MonaVie. Utah is home to one of the largest concentrations of natural product companies in the world, making Qivana’s inclusion in this list especially significant. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Wed, 08 Jun 2011 12:12:30 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1077/29/ Tahitian Noni International (TNI) helped spread the word about its new Defy anti-aging skincare range through a 20 city media tour in April and May for Mother’s Day. The Defy Biotopical Age Intervention System uses powerful bioactive formulas and innovative skin care devices and promises to help target the root causes of aging skin. Defy was designed to reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles, diminish age spots and discoloration, erase the appearance of dark under-eye circles, brighten dull skin tone and texture, and help sagging skin look firmer and tighter. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sun, 05 Jun 2011 12:10:53 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1076/29/ Avon Products, Inc. today announced that it has named Kimberly A. Ross as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, reporting to Andrea Jung, Avon's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Ross, age 46, is currently Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and a member of the Executive Board of Royal Ahold N.V., a Netherlands-based international group with nearly US$40 billion in revenue and more than 2,970 stores and supermarkets spanning Europe and the United States. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Fri, 03 Jun 2011 12:07:39 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1075/29/ USANA Health Sciences, Inc. announced plans to expand into Thailand in the fourth quarter of 2011. This will be USANA's 16th market in which independent distributors sell USANA's high quality products. According to the World Federation of Direct Selling Associations (WFDSA), Thailand is the world's 13th-largest country in terms of retail U.S. dollars generated from direct selling and Asia's 5th-largest market for direct selling, with estimated sales of more than $1.5 billion. USANA's entry into Thailand will serve as an important next step in the company's plan for international growth. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Wed, 01 Jun 2011 10:02:29 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1074/29/ Mannatech, Incorporated has announced the resignation of Randy Bancino, president, international and Claire Zevalkink, senior vice president and global chief marketing officer. At Mannatech, Mr Bancino was responsible for international markets, including Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Austral-Asia, Europe, South Africa, and Mexico. Mr Bancino also headed the Global Expansion and Global Supply Chain areas. Ms Zevalkink's responsibilities included North American and international marketing strategies as well as internet marketing activities. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Mon, 30 May 2011 11:57:58 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1073/29/ Founders of global wellness leader XANGO, LLC joined with hundreds of Mexican distributor leaders to celebrate the opening of a new state-of-the art office in Mexico City. The office will allow for continued strong growth for XANGO in Mexico where, in just five years, the company has surpassed more than 100,000 customers and distributors. Mexico is among the five largest markets worldwide for XANGO and a key hub for the company’s future expansion into other countries in Latin America. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sat, 28 May 2011 18:06:29 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1072/29/ According to Internet Retailer's annual Top 500 Guide to the web, Amway North America is ranked first in the Health Beauty category for the eighth consecutive year, and 28th in overall web sales. Amway North America's Top 500 Guide ranking is based on estimates made by Internet Retailer, since Amway does not report sales by individual market. Enterprise-wide sales for Amway North America's parent company, Alticor, were $9.2 billion in fiscal 2010. According to Internet Retailer estimates, Amway North America's online sales were more than $912 million in 2010. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Thu, 26 May 2011 17:35:07 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1071/29/ Nu Skin International marked the beginning of this week with the demolition of properties next to its downtown Provo high-rise office to make way for construction of the Nu Skin Innovation Center. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Mon, 23 May 2011 17:20:07 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1070/29/ Cosmetics company Avon Products Inc has suspended four executives over bribery charges and is probing possible corruption in additional countries, besides its initial focus on China. In a regulatory filing, the company said, In connection with the internal investigation, certain personnel actions have been taken, including the termination of four individuals. The four suspended executives include the former general manager for China, former head of corporate affairs for China, former head of finance for China and former head of global internal audit and security, who was previously head of finance for the Asia-Pacific. The four executives are accused of improper spending, including the provision of gifts and entertainment to Chinese government officials in exchange for licenses and contracts. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Fri, 20 May 2011 17:16:39 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1069/29/ Herbalife welcomes Carole Black and Michael J. Levitt to its board of directors. Black is the former president and chief executive officer of Lifetime Entertainment Services, a multi-media brand for women, including Lifetime Network, Lifetime Movie Network, Lifetime Real Women Network, Lifetime Online and Lifetime Home Entertainment, where she held the position from March 1999 to March 2005. Prior to that, Black served as the president and general manager of NBC4, Los Angeles, a commercial television station, from 1994 to 1999, and in various marketing-related positions at The Walt Disney Company, a media and entertainment company, from 1986 to 1993. She has served as a director of Time Warner Cable Inc. since July 2006. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Tue, 17 May 2011 17:12:36 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1068/29/ The former Federation of European Direct Selling Associations – FEDSA at its recent conference voted in favour of a name change and rebranding. The Association from now on goes by the name of seldia – The European Direct Selling Association and has relaunched its website with a new visual identity. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sun, 15 May 2011 17:08:18 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1067/29/ Mary Kay Inc. and members of the Mary Kay independent sales force, in partnership with Jane Doe Inc., the Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence, descended upon Massachusetts State House to raise awareness among lawmakers about the importance of crucial funding for sexual and domestic violence prevention and intervention services statewide. Mary Kay is painting Boston Pink to share the message that Massachusetts needs the commitment of lawmakers for funding these critical programs. Participants educated lawmakers about the need to restore funding to 2009 levels in order to support life-saving counseling, shelter, support groups, education, prevention programs and other advocacy services. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Fri, 13 May 2011 17:05:57 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1066/29/ Ampegy LLC, the network marketing channel of Spark Energy, announced Todd Thoman as President. Mr. Thoman will bring a unique blend of sales, marketing, and energy industry experience and community relations expertise to the role. This move comes just as Ampegy is completing its launch phase, which included successful kick-off events in Philadelphia, Chicago, San Francisco, and Manhattan which in-turn set the stage for an outstanding Lift Off Event in The Woodlands, Texas. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Wed, 11 May 2011 10:15:41 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1065/29/ The nutrition and weight management giant Herbalife International has recently bought iChange, a nutrition and health network. iChange, which admits to being built on the same principles as AA and Weight Watchers, offers a network of resources and community of users, all toward the end of losing weight and living healthier. Its online weightloss community will be used by Herbalife's independent distributors to provide wellness coaching to clients. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Mon, 09 May 2011 16:53:43 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1064/29/ Nu Skin Enterprises announced that it has received official notification from the Chinese Ministry of Commerce of its approval to commence direct selling activities in four additional provinces and one municipality in mainland China. The provinces include Zhejiang, Guizhou, Sichuan, Shandong and the municipality of Tianjin. This is the fourth round of licenses granted to Nu Skin in China and adds to existing approvals in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangdong. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Fri, 06 May 2011 16:49:52 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1063/29/ As part of its ongoing international expansion efforts, the Vemma nutrition network has opened its Colombian subsidiary with a soft launch on April 27. The official grand opening celebration is set to take place on May 28 in Bogota. I look forward to the opportunities Colombia offers to expand the Vemma global brand, and the potential to help people live a better quality of life, both physically and financially, says Vemma Founder and CEO BK Boreyko. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Tue, 03 May 2011 10:46:36 +0100 http://www.netcoo.info/en/content/view/1062/29/ Known for donning the trademark company orange in most settings, on Earth Day, distributors and executives of global wellness network Xango, LLC opted for the colour green as part of the worldwide Earth Day commemoration. About 100 green thumb executives and employees from the company's Utah headquarters planted trees, cleared trails and pruned shrubs along popular canyon trails. Meanwhile, Xango distributors participated in projects large and small in communities across the globe and shared their efforts on Facebook, each vying for the opportunity for permanent recognition at company headquarters. News Archive - Netcoo News-Archiv Sat, 30 Apr 2011 13:41:54 +0100