By SSN Staff DOVER, Del. — The Delaware House of Representatives passed legislation Tuesday that would impose new disclosure requirements and contract protections for direct selling companies operating in the state. House Bill 162 passed by a 27-11 vote and now moves to the state Senate for consideration. The bill,
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division today issued a field assistance bulletin providing guidance on how to determine employee or independent contractor status when enforcing the Fair Labor Standards Act. While the department reviews the 2024 final rule, Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act – which is also
By SSN Staff – The Direct Selling Association (DSA) is urging immediate action against Delaware House Bill 162, warning the legislation poses an “existential threat” to the industry’s business model. The bill, which received a hearing Tuesday before the House Economic Development/Banking/Insurance & Commerce Committee, would impose regulations the DSA
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division today issued a field assistance bulletin providing guidance on how to determine employee or independent contractor status when enforcing the Fair Labor Standards Act. While the department reviews the 2024 final rule, Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act – which is also
Herbalife Herbalife continued its momentum in the fourth quarter of 2024, achieving constant currency sales growth and announcing key leadership changes set to shape the company’s future trajectory. The direct selling giant reported net sales of $1.2 billion for the quarter, slightly below the prior year but up 2.7% on
By SSN Staff Modere, a wellness company known for weight loss, nutritional and joint health collagen products, announced it will cease operations after more than two decades in business. “After 23 wonderful years of serving our cherished community, we’ve made the difficult decision to close our doors,” the company stated
Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson today congratulated Mark R. Meador on his confirmation to serve as an FTC Commissioner. “I am thrilled to welcome Mark to the Commission,” Chairman Ferguson said. “Mark is a brilliant antitrust lawyer who will be a great asset to the Trump-Vance FTC.” Meador
Navigating Regulatory Landscapes and Amplifying Success Stories: DSA’s New CEO on Advocacy and Industry Growth Dave Grimaldi is an experienced government relations executive who has worked alongside trailblazing government leaders, corporate and industry visionaries, and entrepreneurial game-changers. Grimaldi has established, branded, and championed the presence of new industries in front
On 18-19 March, Seldia’s 9th European Direct Selling Conference brought together industry leaders, top direct selling companies, and associations in Brussels for two days of insightful discussions, collaboration, and innovation, marked a significant milestone for the direct selling industry in Europe. The conference commenced with the Astra Awards Ceremony, honouring leading direct selling companies
WASHINGTON, March 18 (Reuters) – The two Democratic commissioners at the U.S. Federal Trade Commission said they were illegally fired by President Donald Trump, on Tuesday, in another major test of the independence of regulatory agencies. A White House official confirmed the firing but did not have further comment. “This