Thursday, May 01, 2008

MonaVie Files to Dismiss Quixtar Lawsuit

Source: Emediawire

"April 16, 2008 -- MonaVie LLC (www.monavie.com), creator of the leading nutritional acai blend beverage, yesterday filed to dismiss a lawsuit brought last month by Quixtar North America, a sister company to Amway Corporation. In the court filing, MonaVie claims that the Quixtar suit is without merit. “Out of our commitment to protect the interests of MonaVie and independent distributors everywhere, we filed a complaint against Quixtar/Amway regarding their aggressive non-compete clauses,” said Dallin Larsen, MonaVie founder and president. “The following day, Amway filed a complaint of its own against MonaVie. We believe that Amway’s claims are baseless, and were made solely in response to the suit that we filed.” "

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Court Upholds Seasilver 120M Fine

Source: Natural Products Industry Insider

"SAN FRANCISCO—The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit upheld a prior district court ruling requiring the marketers of the Seasilver dietary supplement to pay almost $120 million for failing to comply with an earlier order to pay $3 million in consumer redress.

This latest decision requires the defendants—Jason and Bela Berkes, Seasilver USA Inc. and Americaloe Inc.—to pay almost $120 million under a 2004 agreement with FTC, which barred them from making false or misleading claims and included a $120 million judgment that would be suspended if they paid $3 million within a specified time. The defendants did not meet the required payment terms, and a June 2006 district court granted FTC's request to enforce the stipulated avalanche judgment. However, the defendants appealed this 2006 decision. "

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BioPerformance Pays Fine Returns as BPI Worldwide

Source: Npros.com

"A rep recently notified us that BioPerformance is back in business as BPI Worldwide. In 2007 BioPerformance and its ownders, Lowell Mims and Gustavo Romero, had assets frozen and were ordered to pay $7 million dollars in compensation to consumers and representatives. According to the press release from the Texas Attorney General, Mims and Romero may continue to operate any legitimate enterprise, but may not deceptively market BioPerformance pills or similar fuel additive products.

BPI Worldwide, now located in Salt Lake City, Utah, markets a Bio Petro Improver that is offered in a Pill or Powder form. The executive team and bios for the owners and executives is consistent with the information from the BioPerformance team and bios.

Texas Atorney General Press Rlease: AUSTIN - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today stopped a Dallas-based pyramid scheme from illegally marketing the so-called "top secret gas pill" that it falsely claimed would increase fuel efficiency in automobiles. The Attorney General's settlement with BioPerformance and its owners, Lowell Mims and Gustavo Romero, prevents the defendants from continuing to deceptively market their products and ends the State's eight-month legal action against the company.

A combination of the defendants' frozen assets and the dissolution of two trusts created by Mims and Romero will provide more than $7 million in compensation to deceived consumers. Mims and Romero may continue to operate any legitimate enterprise, but may not deceptively market BioPerformance pills or similar fuel additive products. "

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Xango Now Available in Canada

Source: Newsbureau.ca

"XanGo, LLC Country Manager for Canada Glen Oliver announced the availability of a new 30 millilitre (one-ounce), single-serving package of XanGo™ Juice in Canada, which will be marketed under the brand name XanGo™ Single. Recently launched in the U.S., the XanGo Single is being introduced this month in Canada and Mexico, two of XanGo’s largest international markets.

“The XanGo Single meets a growing distributor demand for convenient, travel-size versions of the globally popular XanGo Juice,” Oliver said. “As distributors work to build their businesses, we’re pleased to offer a sample size of their most effective sales tool: the enticing flavour of XanGo Juice.” "

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Mannatech Announces Speaker Lineup for Annual Convention

Source: BloggingStocks

"If you asked me to come up with a list of ways to destroy your credibility as an entrepreneur, here are two of the best ways I would come up with: associate with Mannatech (NASDAQ: MTEX), an embattled multi-level marketer, and associate with Robert Kiyosaki, the motivational author who has been exposed as a charlatan, exaggerator, and all-around bozo.

So it was with great amusement that I stumbled upon this press release:

Mannatech, Incorporated, a leading developer and provider of dietary supplements and skin care solutions, announced today its speaker line-up and events for MannaFest 2008. Keynote speakers include Bob Burg, co-author of The Go-Giver, and Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad, Poor Dad. "

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SISEL International Expands Product Line

Source: Npros.com

"SALEM, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SISEL International LLC (“Sizzle”) today announced they anticipate their line of liquid nutritionals, nutritional supplements, hair care, anti-aging, skin care and home care products to double in size by the end of 2008. The current line has over twenty products, with many new products including home care and skin care and additional personal care product releases scheduled for the second quarter.

SISEL’s premiere product, FuCoyDon, contains whole limu moui, a high-powered sea nutrient with regenerative properties. Limu moui’s active constituent, fucoidan, is a complex molecule and the subject of over 700 studies. Research shows that fucoidan supports immune, cardiovascular and digestive health. Our beverage, FuCoyDon, is blended with juices known for their antioxidant activity.

Spectra AO, another popular liquid nutritional manufactured by SISEL, contains a wide range of fruits and vegetables proven to be the best defense against free radicals. Spectra AO provides a cocktail of powerful antioxidants, including the latest health interest, resveratrol, known for its beneficial, protective powers. When compared to other antioxidant beverages, such as gogi berry (wolfberry), mangosteen and noni fruit, SISEL’s Spectra AO provides a broader spectrum of powerful antioxidants.

SupraMaxx for Him and SupraMaxx for Her are specially-formulated liquid nutritionals designed to meet the individual needs of men and women. SupraMaxx for Men contains trace minerals for male strength and vitality, specifically for a man’s healthy and active lifestyle. SupraMaxx for Women contains trace minerals for feminine energy and balance.

“We strive to manufacture the safest, scientifically-based products possible to enhance the quality of life,” said SISEL CEO, Tom Mower, Jr. “We are ecstatic about our rapid growth and are striving to expand our line to meet the growing demand of our customers. We anticipate we will double our product line by the end of the year.”

All of SISEL’s products emphasize effective ingredients, are manufactured in a state-of-the-art facility and are scientifically researched and tested prior to distribution. All of the nutritional supplements are formulated with regenerative properties to build and protect the body. SISEL’s mission, the “Mower Mission”, represents the company’s desire to help others achieve overall personal, physical and financial success. "

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Tahitian Noni Expands Line of Super Juice Blends

Source: PR Newswire

"Tahitian Noni International, manufacturers of the popular TAHITIAN NONI(R) Juice, announced the availability of a limited edition super fruit blend of TAHITIAN NONI(R) Juice with Acerola. TAHITIAN NONI(R) Juice with Acerola is a nutrient-rich juice that combines the benefits of noni with Acerola for an immune boost. The launch of TAHITIAN NONI(R) Juice with Acerola is the second in a series of super juice blends that combines the power of TAHITIAN NONI(R) Juice with the healthy benefits of other exotic super juices.

TAHITIAN NONI(R) Juice with Acerola is a proprietary blend of TAHITIAN NONI(R) Juice, Acerola, and other juices-creating a refreshing, beneficial drink. Rich in antioxidants and additional health benefits, TAHITIAN NONI(R) Juice with Acerola and all of the super juice blends come packaged in a 500 ml sculpted bottle. "

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Creative Memories closing Canton SD Framing Plant

Source: St. Cloud Times

"Creative Memories said Thursday that it is closing its Canton, S.D. plant that focuses on custom framing.

The closure will affect 67 employees at the plant. The plant’s last operation day is June 2.

About 24 Canton employees will be offered relocation expenses to move to the St. Cloud plant for manufacturing and call center positions, said Asha Morgan Moran, Creative Memories Global president. "

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Tahitian Noni Releases new Tahiti Trim

Source: NPIcenter

"Tahitian Noni International, creator of TAHITIAN NONI(R) Juice and other noni products, today announced the release of a new 3-day cleanse pack for the Tahiti Trim(R) Plan 40(R) weight management system. Plan 40 is a comprehensive program based on natural elements that addresses key issues specifically for women. Because many mid-aged women encounter pre-menopausal issues, weight management systems that work for men and younger women don't work for them. In addition, residual impurities can build up in the body and block optimal absorption of nutrients. Removing these toxins can help improve the benefits of nutrients taken into the body.

Plan 40 is based on three simple principles of health and weight management: cleanse, balance, and renew. Included is a high-quality medley of supplements to address the special nutritional needs of women over 40. "

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Youngevity and The Balance Company Join Forces

Source: PR Web

"International Nutritional Products Company Youngevity® announced today its strategic alliance with The Balance Company®, a California-based network marketing company. With this partnership, The Balance Company® will bring its flagship product, PHENOLMENAL! BALANCE™ to Youngevity's® expanding line of mineral makeup, nutritional supplements, cutting-edge personal care and wellness lifestyle products.

Youngevity® is well known in the network marketing industry for its emphasis on high-quality mineral and liquid nutritional products, and is the only network marketing company to achieve authorized Health Claims through the FDA. This marks the ninth time Youngevity® has aligned itself with a complementary network marketing company within the past 48 months. The companies have seamlessly united under one vision, further increasing long-term stability, as well as growth opportunities for distributors from all companies. "

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Monavie Launches Free Agent Initiative

Source: Npros.com

"MonaVie LLC (www.monavie.com), creator of the leading nutritional acai blend beverage, today announced the launch of a worldwide campaign: “The Open Door — Network Marketing for the 21st Century.” The campaign calls on direct sellers and network marketers to end any and all policies and procedures that seek to bind their independent contractors with unfair and abusive non-compete agreements. Punitive lawsuits against distributors who choose to leave network marketing companies have become a common tactic for a few companies within the industry. The goal of these suits is to discourage healthy competition and to impede distributors’ ability to make a living for themselves and their families. Even distributors who have fulfilled demanding non-compete agreements have been sued when they attempt to join another network marketing company years later. "

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Neways Exec Plays Key Roles in Herbal Industry

Source: PR-Inside.com

"Neways International is pleased to announce that Monzur Ahmed, the company's senior director of regulatory affairs, has been reelected as vice chairman of the Board of Trustees for the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA), at the Board's March 13 meeting in Anaheim, California. The American Herbal Products Association is the only national trade association that is focused primarily on herbs and herbal products.

In addition, Ahmed has been appointed as chair of the AHPA Foundation for Education & Research on Botanicals (ERB), a nonprofit foundation dedicated to promoting education and research on medicinal, therapeutic, and health-promoting herbs. "

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Green Mountain Energy Provides RECs to Vancouver

Source: North American Windpower

"The Port of Vancouver has signed an agreement with Green Mountain Energy to purchase Green-e certified renewable energy credits (RECs). The port has purchased the equivalent of 60% of its estimated annual electricity usage from Pacific Northwest wind-sourced RECs.

In recognition of that commitment, the port has been certified as a member of the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Partnership Leadership group.

"From an environmental and business standpoint, this is something that really makes sense for us to do," says Larry Paulson, the port's executive director. "When we put together our 2008 budget, we planned to purchase a certain amount of our energy exclusively from wind energy developments in the Pacific Northwest." "

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Avon Signs Spokeperson Patrick Dempsey

Source: PR Newswire

"Avon Products, Inc. (NYSE: AVP) today announced it has partnered with award-winning actor Patrick Dempsey to create a signature men's fragrance set to debut in November of 2008 in the US, with a global launch following in 2009. This will be the actor's first foray into the fragrance industry, and he will be actively involved with every aspect of the project. Dempsey's wife, celebrity makeup artist Jillian Dempsey, has worked with the company since July 2006 as their Global Creative Color Director.

"We are thrilled to partner with Patrick Dempsey -- an incredibly accomplished actor who has achieved such broad appeal because of his genuine authenticity, charisma and style," said Andrea Jung, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Avon Products, Inc. "We're extremely impressed with both his on and off screen accomplishments, and have a shared commitment to giving back to communities in ways both big and small. We applaud his efforts earlier this month to open the Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing in Maine, and look forward to exploring future collaboration opportunities with our Avon Foundation."

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CoreVital Closes

Source: Npros.com

"CoreVital has closed with this final message from the Founder:

CoreVitál Distributors and Customers:

As you have seen in recent days we have regretfully posted the announcement of closure for CoreVitál. We as an executive team strived for open communications with you and felt ethically and morally more explanation was needed regarding the closure of CoreVitál.

As for the CoreVitál story it ends with a mission intact, “Building communities of healthy people, through life enhancing education, effective products, and inspiring motivational support.” We as an executive team were walking down the path of effective products. We found one that resonated with you and your customers, with a patented process, formula, and unique story. Its primary ingredient was Alka-Plex®, as we as a company continued in talks with the manufacturer we could not come to a final agreement of providing the product to our network of distributors and customers.

We knew as an executive team without this proprietary product our continued attraction would rely on an excellent set of secondary products. However, the attraction could not continue at a growth rate that the company needed in order to provide you with support and education. Without this continued attraction, and the growth requirements needed to sustain a successful profitable business the decision was made to close the doors. We hope that this explanation gives more insight to what happened. We value you dedication and wish you well in you endeavors.

Lastly, we wanted to get some housekeeping items out of the way that are important to you and us. 1. Commissions for February – calculations were recently completed and payments I perceive will go out shortly. 2. Refunds for product – we have refunded product orders that have come in after Friday, March 14th. No product has been sent out since the 13th. Refunds on other products will be given to customers only; no order prior to December 13th, 2007 can be refunded. For refunds please contact Anthony Bott @ abott@corevital.com. 3. For product inquiries to the Alka-Plex® ingredient products, feel free to contact your upline leaders or the person who introduced you to the product.

Thank you, Eugene Skinner eskinner@corevital.com Founder CoreVitál "

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Oriflame Gets Network Makeover

Source: IRISHDEV.com

"Oriflame, the direct sales natural Swedish cosmetics company, has engaged Kedington to makeover its network. The cosmetics company was originally forced to move half of its Bray operations to a second adjacent location for the duration of a major renovation of its main offices. Kedington was engaged to provide a seamless upgrade of the network, allowing the two premises to function as one entity. Kedington won the competitive tender based on cost and a single point of service for all communications infrastructure.

Christine Healy, IT manager, Oriflame,"We were faced with significant disruption to our operations, and the task of linking the two premises to function as one" Christine Healy, Oriflame says: “We were faced with significant disruption to our operations, and the task of linking the two premises to function as one. Kedington had the technical expertise in the area that Oriflame needed a laser link and at a budget that was competitive.” "

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Tahitian Noni Creates Humanitarian Program

Source: Market Wire

"Tahitian Noni International, maker of TAHITIAN NONI® Juice and other noni products, marked the one year anniversary of its Do Something Good humanitarian program by inviting children of Tahiti to visit the United States. The Do Something Good program features four intiatives to help the children of Tahiti -- purchase textbooks for students and books for school libraries, donate computers to school computer labs, award high school scholarships for Tahitian students, and support a local orphanage near TNI's newly-completed noni processing plant in Papara, Tahiti.

The company invited children and caregivers from the Tahitian orphanage to Orlando, Florida, to enjoy the wonders of the theme parks and meet more than 3,000 Independent Product Consultants (IPCs) during a recent Tahitian Noni Regional Leadership Conference. At that time, the company also recapped the success of the humanitarian program. "

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XanGo Donates 75K to Childrens Organization

Source: Salt Lake Tribune

"* $10,000 to Milford High School, donated by AARP Utah. * $70,000 to The Road Home homeless shelter, donated by Draper-based DAZ 3D, a software company. * $3.7 million to organizations in Utah donated by Wal-Mart. * $140,000 to Bank of American Fork and Rural Housing Development Corp. to fund affordable housing in Utah County, donated by the Federal Home Loan Bank of Seattle. * $1,897 to Whittier Elementary in Salt Lake City donated by AXA Advisors. * $3,500 to the Maliheh Free Clinic and $3,500 to the Utah Foster Care Foundation, donated by the employees and owners of Foothill Family Clinic. * $75,000 to the Children's Organ Transplant Association, donated by supplement company Xango. recognizes businesses giving to those in need. To include your business, contact Brianna Lange at 257-8756 or blange@sltrib.com. "

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Lia Sophia Says Bling is Out – Color is In

Source: Business Wire

"Jewelry is like putting the icing on the cake when it comes to enhancing one's outfit. As we approach a season filled with exciting new fashion trends, Bonni Davis, vice president of sales for lia sophia, explains how individuals can step out of the winter gloom and shine this spring.

"The icing we speak of has a myriad of meanings as we face new changes in jewelry styles, and it is no longer all about 'bling'," Davis said. "Although sparkling crystals and gems ruled throughout the glamorous holiday season, we will now see longer, layered necklaces and uniquely designed jewelry pieces gaining in popularity, as well as bold, saturated colors and fresh juxtapositions of styles." "

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Morinda Holdings Launches Agriculture Products

Source: News & Observer

"Morinda Holdings, Inc., the parent company to Tahitian Noni International, announced the creation of a new business entity designed to address the needs of plant and animal agriculture with a line of proprietary products based on the noni fruit from Tahiti. Morinda Agricultural Products is committed to the production and distribution of cost-effective, natural products designed for production agriculture worldwide under the brand name MorindaMax(TM). These products are scientifically proven, and extensive research has demonstrated that these new natural products can significantly improve the livability, weight-gain, and general well-being of newborn calves, weanling pigs, and broiler chicks. Research on Piglets and Calves

Dr. Bill Swafford, an independent veterinary research consultant, member of the Western Veterinary Conference Board, and a previous director of research for Pfizer Animal Health, assisted Morinda with independent MorindaMax(TM) research on pigs and calves. Based on these studies at Kansas State University and HMS Veterinary Development in Tulare, California, Dr. Swafford said, "In noni-weaned pig studies during the early nursery phases, pigs preferred noni supplemented diets and demonstrated improved rate or efficiency of gain. Also, regular supplementation of noni at an early age to hutch-reared calves appears to dramatically reduce the number of unfavorable clinical observations." "

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Pro Travel Network Doubles Revenue

Source: Market Wire

"Pro Travel Network, Inc. (OTCBB: PTVL) released the latest quarterly report, substantiating continued growth in both revenues and gross profit. Comparing the six months of operation ending December 31, 2007 to the same time period ending December 31, 2006 PTVL reported total revenues of $4,127,272, an increase of $2,392,082 or 138%, and $1,299,159 in gross profits, an increase of 60% or $487,453.

President and CEO, Paul Henderson, states: "We are extremely pleased to maintain posting significant gains in revenues and profits. The continued posting of strong numbers with a revenue increase of 138% and a gross profit increase of 60% over a previously robust year is a testament to our business plan and strategies."

Pro Travel Network is an emerging growth, direct to consumer service business leveraging powerful home-based business concepts with the travel industry that offers one of the most unique and comprehensive independent travel agent training packages in the travel industry. "

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IaVoip Ceo Working Closely with Leaders in Texas

Source: Press Release

"IamVoip CEO Henrik Risvang Working Closely with Leaders in Texas

CEO Henrik Risvang is traveling in Texas this week on the first stop of his tour to meet with leaders across the nation. He is there, along with head Agent Rhonda Castle, to open the biggest market for the Hispanic population in the southern part of our nation. Henrik is also meeting one-on-one with seasoned leaders attracted to the amazing IamVoip Opportunity.

As part of his busy meeting schedule, Henrik was also fortunate to meet Texas Governor Rick Perry, who looks forward to seeing IamVoip's continued growth in the Longhorn state. Governor Perry understands the value of VoIP, as he personally uses the technology to communicate with friends currently serving overseas. Governor Perry was pleased to hear that IamVoip's operations - from our call centers to our corporate headquarters - are manned entirely by hard working Americans offering our Agents and Customers the best possible service.

Mr. Risvang will continue to meet with prominent leaders and officials in Texas this week before heading to California next week to meet with more officials and to support local and regional IamVoip events. "

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Mannatech to Pay 11.25 Million to Settle Suit

Source: Global Newswire

"3/20/2008 4:13:00 PM Mannatech Inc. (MTEX) said that it has reached a settlement with counsel for the lead plaintiff in the securities class action lawsuit styled Jonathan Crowell v. Mannatech Inc., et al., in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas.

The litigation is the consolidation of three securities class action complaints filed against Mannatech and certain of its officers and directors in August and September 2005. The settlement class consists of the purchasers of Mannatech stock during the period August 10, 2004 through July 30, 2007.

Without admitting any liability or wrongdoing of any kind, the company has agreed to authorize payment to the plaintiff class of $11.25 million. This settlement payment would be funded by both the company's insurer and the company itself. "

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Quixtar Files Suit Against MonaVie

Source: Npros.com

"SALT LAKE CITY, March 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Quixtar North America has filed a multi-count Complaint against MonaVie (Mona Vie, Inc. and MonaVie LLC), and several MonaVie distributors for unfair competition in federal court in Salt Lake City. The Complaint alleges that MonaVie competes unfairly by making false claims about its products. Utah-based MonaVie sells juice blend products featuring acai berries through a network of distributors. Quixtar, a sister company to Amway Corporation, sells nutritional products through its Independent Business Owners (IBOs) that directly compete with MonaVie. Some of Quixtar's products also contain acai berries.

Quixtar's filing is intended to protect consumers from false health claims as well as ensure its IBOs are not damaged from unfair competition stemming from false claims. Quixtar, a respected member of the Direct Selling Association, also hopes to protect other direct selling companies from MonaVie's deceptive tactics.

The Complaint contains numerous examples of false health claims made by MonaVie and its distributors. For example, the Complaint includes transcripts of MonaVie meetings with speeches by "doctors" who falsely claim that MonaVie can cure cancer, stop aging at a rapid pace, improve vision, and eliminate pain. The "doctors" describe "dosages" of MonaVie to falsely imply that it is a medicine.

In addition, MonaVie distributors have attempted to raid Quixtar IBO organizations using these false claims.

The Complaint explains that while MonaVie has only been around only a few years, its founder was associated with a now defunct company which enjoyed tremendous growth by marketing a "superfood" derived from a sea plant. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) took action against the company for unsubstantiated therapeutic claims for mitigating various diseases. The company eventually stopped selling the product and its remaining inventory was destroyed under FDA supervision. "

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Amway Warns of Bogus Internet Charity Scam

Source: Npros.com

"Amway Corporation (Quixtar in the U.S. and Canada) has discovered an internet scam that uses a bogus Amway charity as a lure. Amway cautions individuals to be on the lookout for e-mails from a group calling itself the "Amway Children Charity Foundation". Please be advised that this is not an Amway-sanctioned program and the name, program and people indicated in the e-mails are not related to Amway in any way and do not have Amway's authority or support.

The goal of the scam is to trick people into sending money to the fraudulent charity. The bogus group sends an e-mail informing the recipient that he/she has been selected as a recipient of a grant to help establish a children's help center to assist poor children in the area. A nomination code number may be given, and banking information is requested. If the recipient responds, an indemnity bond of several hundred euros is demanded. The e-mails may be signed from "Dr. Kevin Brown" or someone else claiming to be a grant processing officer.

Fraudulent activities involving payment or release of personal financial information can be committed electronically from a remote location, including overseas. Committing these activities in cyberspace allows scam artists to act quickly and cover their tracks before the victim becomes aware of the theft. "

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Quixtar Home Business Profile

Avon Donates 1 Million to UNIFEM Fund

Source: Scoop.co.nz

"In Celebration of International Women’s Day March 8th Avon Proudly Announces $1 Million Donation to the UN UNIFEM Fund.

This week Avon Products and The United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) co-hosted The Second Global Summit for a Better Tomorrow at the United Nations in New York. The Summit took place during the week of International Women’s Day to help raise awareness about critical barriers to women’s progress. Andrea Jung, Avon’s chairman and CEO announced Avon’s new commitment of $1 million to the UN Trust Fund for Violence Against Women, the largest corporate grant ever awarded in one year to the Fund.

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MLM Rankings Posts March 2008 Updates

Source: Earthtimes

"Distributors recently chose USANA Health Sciences (NASDAQ: USNA) as the best network marketing company for 2007 in an annual report released by MLM Insider. This marks the 10th year that USANA has ranked first in this category.

Each year, thousands of distributors make their pick for the best company in network marketing on the MLM Insider Website. USANA’s continued place at the top of this noteworthy list demonstrates the loyalty and enthusiasm of its Associates and customers.

“USANA is honored to receive this recognition for the 10th straight year,” said USANA Executive Vice President of Customer Relations Mark Wilson. “We are proud of our Associates and all they do, and we are grateful for their continued commitment to our company.” "

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Neways Founder Starts New Company

Source: Herald Extra

"Neways founder starts new company in Springville

A month away from his trip to federal prison, Neways founder Thomas E. Mower Sr. is opening a new manufacturing plant for personal care products and dietary supplements in Springville and plans to hire up to 150 workers by year-end.

Mower, who will start serving a 33-month prison sentence on Nov.

13 for income tax evasion, bought the former corporate headquarters of Little Giant Ladder in Springville for nearly $3.5 million on Friday -- as part of his plans for his new company, SupraNaturals LLC.

Incorporated in 2004, SupraNaturals's corporate headquarters and manufacturing plant will occupy a 332,000-square-foot building at 1356 W. Spring Creek Place in Springville. It is scheduled to open in November. The Little Giant Ladder office --a 96,000-square-foot building at 1325 W. Industrial Circle that is still occupied by Wing Enterprises, will be converted into additional manufacturing and office space for SupraNaturals once Wing's lease expires in April 2007, said Ryan Moss, Wing's CEO. The ladder maker is relocating to a nearby 240,000-square-foot building at 1198 N. Spring Creek Place, which was formerly occupied by local health food manufacturer E. Excel International Inc.

SupraNaturals's plant

When completed in mid-2007, the SupraNaturals plant will be a private label maker of personal care products including shampoos, conditioners and soap, as well as dietary supplements, bottled water and chewing gum.

"We have contracts with liquid soap customers, and hope eventually to also make dietary supplement capsules. But we won't have any specific brand or formulas under the SupraNaturals's name," said Gary Chlarson, who has served as project manager with the company for past 18 months.

"We acquired the Little Giant Ladder building because of its proximity to our building, which gives us the room to expand," he said.

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NEWAYS INTERNATIONAL, INC. Home Business Profile

Neways Wins Injunction Against SISEL Founder

Source: Business Wire

"Neways Wins Trade Secrets Injunction against Former Owner and Officers

SPRINGVILLE, Utah, Jun 12, 2007 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- A United States Federal Judge has issued an injunction against Neways' former owner, Thomas Mower Sr.; his two sons, Thomas Mower Jr. and Darick Mower; and their new companies, Sisel International, LLC and SupraNaturals, LLC.

Following a hearing on May 25, 2007, United States District Judge Bruce S. Jenkins enjoined the Mowers and their new companies from using any Neways product formulas, distributor lists, or vendor lists. The court further ordered the Mowers and their companies to return to Neways any computer disks containing such information.

In a complaint filed May 23, 2007, in the United States District Court for the District of Utah, Neways International alleges that, after selling Neways to Golden Gate Capital for hundreds of millions of dollars and before Thomas Mower Sr. began serving his prison sentence for tax evasion, Mr. Mower, in conspiracy with his two sons, misappropriated many of Neways' trade secrets, including distributor lists, vendor lists, and product formulas, in an effort to start a competing network marketing business.

After Neways presented substantial evidence in support of that claim, the court issued the injunction enjoining the Mowers and their new companies from using any Neways distributor lists or any other confidential and proprietary information contained on computer disks taken from Neways.

In taking this legal action, Neways reinforces the company's unalterable commitment to its hard-working distributors and employees and to fair and appropriate business practices. As Neways argued in its papers, Sisel "can compete, but they can't cheat."

The court has set the matter for a further hearing to take additional evidence in the case.

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SISEL International Home Business Profile

Neways Wins Victory Enjoining SISEL

Source: Business Wire

"Neways Wins Court Victory Enjoining Sisel and Five of its Top Distributors

SALT LAKE CITY--(Business Wire)-- A federal court in Utah has issued an injunction against Sisel International, LLC and five of Sisel's top distributors in Japan. Among other things, the injunction requires Sisel and these distributors to return all of Neways' distributor information in their possession and prohibits Sisel and its distributors from using such information. In addition, the Court found that Sisel's top three distributors--Koji Yamamoto, Fumiko Matsumoto and Toru Egashira--likely have breached their contracts with Neways by recruiting Neways distributors to join Sisel, and are now prohibited from continuing to recruit Neways distributors for a period of one year from each distributor's date of suspension from Neways.

In its 23-page ruling issued February 11, 2008, the Court ordered Sisel, Mr. Yamamoto, Ms. Matsumoto, Mr. Egashira, Kaoru Kitagawa, and Chiharu Hayashi to thoroughly search for and return all information relating to Neways' distributors and prohibited them from using such information in the future.

The victory was a significant one for Neways, and came after a two-week evidentiary hearing in federal court. Neways alleged that Sisel and its Japanese distributors were misappropriating Neways' confidential and trade secret information regarding Neways' distributor network, and that the Japanese distributors were breaching their contracts with Neways by soliciting Neways distributors to join Sisel. After hearing all of the evidence, including testimony by the Japanese distributors themselves, the Court found that Neways was likely to prevail on these claims and that the defendants should be enjoined.

This is the third time in less than a year that Neways has prevailed against Sisel or one of Sisel's distributors. In May 2007, the same federal court ordered Sisel, its owner Thomas Mower, Sr., and several of its employees to return all copies of Neways' product formulas, vendor lists, and distributor lists, and prohibited them from continuing to use that information. Two months later, a Utah state court entered an order against Sisel distributors Jef and Patricia Welch restraining them from recruiting any present Neways distributor to participate in another multi-level marketing company. As a result of the federal court's recent ruling, a similar restraint is now in place against Mr. Yamomoto, Ms. Matsumoto, and Mr. Egashira.

"Neways is extremely pleased with the Court's ruling," said Eric Larsen, Neways' C.E.O. "In enjoining Sisel and its top Japanese distributors, the Court has affirmed what Neways has always believed--that companies are free to compete in this market, but they must do so fairly and honestly. We hope that is what we will see in the future."

Chris Crump, Neways' General Counsel, said a significant part of the case against Sisel has been about protecting Neways' distributors and confidential distributor information. "Two courts have now recognized the importance of those protections," said Crump, "and Neways will continue to take all necessary steps to ensure that our distributors' businesses are protected."

The case will now proceed on Neways' other claims against Sisel, Mr. Mower, and the other defendants. These claims include allegations that Mr. Mower breached his fiduciary duties to Neways, that Sisel's products are the result of unlawful theft by Sisel of Neways' trade secrets, and that Mr. Mower and a number of other Sisel employees have intentionally destroyed evidence to prevent it from being discovered in the case.

The case is entitled Neways Inc. v. Thomas E. Mower, Sr., et al., No. 2:07-CV-339.

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SISEL International Home Business Profile

Appellate Court Upholds Convictions

Source: Npros.com

"Appellate court upholds Neways founders' tax evasion, fraud convictions

The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals today upheld the tax evasion and tax fraud convictions of the founders of Neways Inc., a Springville multilevel marketing company, and its former corporate counsel. The Denver-based court rejected the appeals of the three - Thomas E. Mower; currently the Founder and Chairman of a new network marketing company, SISEL International, his ex-wife, Leslie DeeAnn Mower; and James Louis Thompson, a now-disbarred Orem attorney - who claimed they were convicted by a jury on insufficient evidence. At a 2005 trial, federal prosecutors alleged that the three concealed more than $1 million in receipts received from Neways Australia and more than $3 million in commission income the Mowers received from U.S., Australian and Malaysian distributorships. Neways manufactures, markets and sells personal care and nutritional products in the United States and about two dozen foreign countries. The jury convicted each of the Mowers of one count of conspiracy to defraud the United States and six counts of tax evasion. Thompson was convicted of one count each of conspiracy and of corruptly impeding the due administration of tax laws. Thomas Mower was sentenced to 33 months in prison, while his former wife was ordered to spend 27 months behind bars. The two also were ordered to pay back taxes. Thompson, who served as counsel for Neways from 1995 to 1997, was sentenced to a year and a day in prison. The Mowers sold Neways in 2006 to Golden Gate Capital, a Francisco-based company that had invested heavily in Herbalife.


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SISEL International Home Business Profile

LifeVantage Expands Global Marketing Initiatives

Source: Business Wire

"LifeVantage Corporation (OTCBB: LFVN) announces that Jan Strode, prominent industry expert, advisor and strategist to companies ranging from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies on the topics of marketing, communications and sales, and Peter Baloff, nationally recognized creative consultant, have joined forces with LifeVantage, the maker of Protandim (www.protandim.com) to spearhead creative, marketing, and national public relations efforts. Protandim is the patented nutritional supplement that is clinically proven to slow the progressive rate of aging by increasing the body’s natural antioxidant protection at the cellular level.

David Brown, President and CEO of LifeVantage commented, “Jan and Peter bring proven track records and unparalleled expertise to our creative, marketing, and communications agendas. Peter’s acumen in brand building, marketing, and sales, together with Jan’s proven success in leading early stage companies to rapid growth and high visibility, will move the LifeVantage team to a whole new level. We are extremely excited to partner with both individuals in the continued growth, expansion and success of this company.” "

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LifeVantage Home Business Profile

Amway Founder Makes Forbes List

Source: MLive.com

"Amway co-founder Rich DeVos made the Forbes list of richest people in the world (again), coming in at 288th. So did Fred Meijer "and family," ranked 605th. But those were the only two of West Michigan's ultra-rich people to turn up on Forbes' radar. The New York-based magazine released its list Thursday..

DeVos' profile says his net worth is $3.7 billion. Ada-based Alticor, parent company of Amway, recently reported 2007 sales of $7.1 billion. Forbes ranked it the 43rd largest private company in the country last year, based on $6.3 billion in 2006 sales. "

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Amway Home Business Profile

Zippi Approaches One Thousand Members

Source: Earthtimes

"Zippi™ Networks, Inc. (Pink Sheets:ZPNW), the innovative force empowering a new generation of online sellers, today announced that its network of Zipsters / Affiliates is rapidly approaching one thousand enrolled and continues to grow rapidly state by state. This current community of Zipsters is made up of leaders in the field which have chosen to make Zippi a home based business.

Lead by Mr. Bill Walsh and Powerteam International, Zippi has announced a March madness promotion for all currently enrolled in the Zippi Network. This promotion is designed to accelerate Zippi’s network growth by introducing additional incentives, several levels of bonuses, and other innovative opportunities to reward Zipsters who expand their business in the month of March. As March Madness has kicked off Zipsters will continue being supported through daily conference calls held by Mr. Walsh and Zippi corporate; providing general business updates, recognizing top achievers, bringing others into the Zippi opportunity, as well as training calls for those getting started. "

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Zippi.com Home Business Profile

Market America Focuses on Hispanics

Source: MiamiHerald.com

"When Market America's James and Loren Ridinger invited Paulina Rubio to perform at their company's annual Leadership Conference earlier this month, it wasn't just because the Mexican pop star is a personal pal.

Rubio's performance marked the launch of the direct-sales company's latest growth strategy: the U.S. Hispanic market and Latin America. "

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Market America Home Business Profile

USANA Exec Sells Shares

Source: Houston Chronicle

"The executive vice president of operations for nutritional and skin care products company USANA Health Sciences Inc. sold 40,000 shares of common stock, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing Wednesday.

In a Form 4 filed with the SEC, Fred W. Cooper reported selling the shares on Monday for $32.10 to $32.73 apiece. Cooper also reported gifting 5,000 shares on Feb. 4.

Insiders file Form 4s with the SEC to report transactions in their companies' shares. Open market purchases and sales must be reported within two business days of the transaction.

USANA Health Sciences is based in Salt Lake City. "

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USANA Home Business Profile

Monday, March 10, 2008

MLM RANKINGS POSTS MARCH 2008 UPDATES

MLM Rankings has published their March update.

MLM Rankings takes a monthly snapshot of internet MLM interest by compiling a count of internet MLM searches from various sources, and providing them on this site in a simple format. Want to compare two MLM companies? Use our comparison tool and see just what percentage of the public interest a given MLM opportunity captures.

Top Gainers Include:

Uppercase Living
55.85% Gain

Ambit Energy
31.90% Gain

MoneyTalks
18.30% Gain

Tianshi Health Products
15.00% Gain

Agua Dulce
10.40% Gain

bHIP
10.37% Gain

Neways International, Inc.
10.27% Gain

YTBTravel
9.73% Gain

Mia Bella Scent Sations
8.28% Gain

Pre-Paid Legal Services
7.27% Gain

BioNovix Confirms Management Team

Source: Earthtimes

"BioNovix, Inc., a Delaware corporation, announced confirmatio