In November 2015, Dr. Helena Ndume, winner of the Mandela prize and Namibia’s most celebrated ophthalmologist, performed cataract surgery on patients attending a blindness clinic in Omaruru, Namibia. (Photo by Brent Stirton/Getty Images) Global organizations have set ambitious goals to improve human welfare. The mission of the World Bank Group (WBG) is to eliminate poverty and promote shared prosperity. The United Nations has a unified vision for the future of health, prosperity, and development through the adoption of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The World Health Organization (WHO) has prioritized universal health coverage with a target of worldwide coverage…
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Features Published on April 1st, 2023 | by Paul Roberto Find out about San Diego native and internet marketing success story Joshua Epperson. Growing up in California, Joshua was always interested in business, even as a young boy. He met other driven teenagers and they quickly formed a tight-knit group with similar interests and ambitions while still in high school.Business genius Joshua was inspired to start his own company by Kinobody’s CEO, Greg O’Gallagher. Greg’s work ethic and passion for physical activity inspired Joshua to start his own thriving online marketing business. Joshua’s ideal self has been shaped in large…
Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF), the multilevel marketer of protein shakes and bars, vitamins and other products, on Wednesday reported a modest increase in fourth-quarter sales over the previous year.For the three months that ended on Dec. 31, sales rose 2.9% to $1.2 billion. It was the fourth consecutive quarter that “sales trends” improved year over year, the global nutrition company said in its annual results.Year over year, Herbalife’s sales in the third quarter declined 1.1%, fell 5.7% in the second quarter, and dipped 6.3% in the first quarter.For the 2023 year, Herbalife’s sales ($5.1 billion) were down 2.7%. Los Angeles-based…
Multilevel Marketing (MLM) companies are notoriously similar to pyramid schemes in their operational methodology and their end results, both for consumers and employees. MLM strategies are often extremely overbearing, yet alluring; time and again, these companies prove that even exceptionally cautious and intelligent people can get swept away by predatory practices. Fortunately, Wall Street Watchdog has assembled a list of the most hated MLMs to avoid these days – be it buying from or working for – several of which The American Genius has covered in the past. 1. LuLaRoe may be one of the most easily recognizable MLMs on this…
The relationship and network marketing industry is one that’s been long plagued by bad actors and broken promises. Businesses within this industry operate by leveraging a growing network of independent professionals and affiliates to sell products and services from a partnered or parent company. This model is historically one that’s been prone to pitfalls and mismanagement from behind the corporate curtain, and it’s natural for consumers to be wary of companies operating with this business model. Nélo Life founder Eric Allen understands these concerns more than most people, having experienced the harm done by such mismanagement and abuse firsthand. While…
What Is a Brand? A brand is a product or a business with a distinct identity among consumers. A brand is created through design, packaging, and advertising elements that distinguish the product from its competitors. The product contributes to the company’s brand equity. A successful brand adds enormous value to a company, giving it a competitive edge over others in the same industry. As such, many companies get trademarks to legally protect their brands. Key Takeaways A successful brand communicates the qualities of a product to the consumer.A product’s design, logo, packaging, and advertising message are all coordinated to convey…
383 By Dr. Owen Young, Managing Director, Regional Head of Affluent & Wealth Management, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Standard Chartered The single simple and obvious truth about generational wealth is that someone must generate wealth in the first place. Africa can boast some sterling examples: in Nigeria, Aliko Dangote, Michael Ibru, Jim Ovia and Tony Elumelu; in South Africa, Patrice Motsepe, Nicky Oppenheimer, Johann Rupert and Raymond Ackerman; in Egypt, Naguib Sawiris and Mohamed Mansour; and in Zimbabwe, Strive Masiyiwa. Creating generational wealth is a crucial step towards the economic growth of any country.…
The threat from money laundering Money laundering has the potential to threaten the UK’s national security, national prosperity and international reputation. The critical importance of the financial sector to the UK’s economy means that money laundering, particularly high-end money laundering (the laundering of large amounts of illicit funds through the financial and professional services sectors) can threaten the UK’s national security and prosperity, and undermine the integrity of the UK’s financial system and international reputation. We are focused on tackling illicit finances derived from criminal activity at home and abroad. The UK benefits from an active and dynamic business environment,…
A couple of decades ago, marketing a business involved printing a business card and brochure, securing a spot in the local Yellow Pages phone book and perhaps a local radio or television ad. But the world of marketing has changed, much of it moving to the digital world of the internet. Digital marketing has helped countless businesses chart great success. However, the realm of digital marketing is filled with terms like search engine optimization, pay-per-click, algorithms and a thousand other concepts unfamiliar to most people. Digital marketing can also be a massive undertaking, especially when online marketing conventions seemingly change with the…
It’s always a good day when an MLM (multi-level marketing business) actually suffers legal repercussions. Granted, these days don’t happen nearly as often as we’d like – MLM CEOs have historically had deep pockets and a far reach – which means it’s all the more reason to celebrate when one gets called out. Today’s culprit is AdvoCare, a Texas-based “wellness” company. AdvoCare has been fined $150 million by the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) for operating a pyramid scheme. The company, as well as a few of its top influencers, have been misleading people when it comes to how much money…