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Wednesday, July 15, 2020
The Independent Business Owners Association International, Inc. (the "IBOAI") is the advocacy organization for North American Independent Business Owners ("IBOs") affiliated with Amway®. The IBOAI advises Amway on every facet of the North American business, from products and promotions to operations and business guidelines. The IBOAI and Amway are dedicated to partnering for success with your input, support, and participation.
Your IBOAI reaffirms its commitment to Equality and Equal Opportunity for all. Every person deserves respect and understanding.
Every Color,
Every Ethnicity,
Every Religion,
Every Sexual Orientation.
Living together requires grace and mercy. May God help each of us to stand together as brothers and sisters and love one another and lift each other up in these challenging times.
Our futures are inseparable and we can arrive together.
We continue our support of the US Dream Academy usdreamacademy.org, from which youngsters in inner city communities benefit.
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Important COVID-19 Product Statement
In our on-going attempt to keep all of you up to date on good business practices for Amway product claims, below are some important facts to keep in mind as your build your Business.
We all need to make certain that all of us and our IBOs are following these guidelines very strictly.
AMWAY™ PRODUCT CLAIMS – Out of an abundance of caution and concern for the health and safety of all, we must stress that NO Amway™ products may be advertised, marketed or otherwise represented as a means to treat, cure or prevent Coronavirus or the spread of Coronavirus. Such claims are not permissible by law and are strictly prohibited by Amway. Please refrain from referencing – in social media or other presentations, in-person or by electronic means – COVID-19 or Coronavirus in connection with Amway products or the Amway Business. In social media, this means that IBOs are prohibited from mentioning coronavirus or COVID-19 in social posts (including use of hashtags) if the content of the post also mentions any of our brands or any Amway product.
Message From Kathy Victor
A Message of Appreciation to Amway from the IBOAI®
As the voice of all IBOs in North America, the IBOAI would like to express our deep appreciation to Amway™ executives and employees for their outstanding service and support during these challenging times. The manner in which you have responded to the pandemic’s impact on our Business – nationally and globally – is commendable. We appreciate your continued commitment to fulfilling orders to ensure we receive our products. Your frequent communication with the IBOAI Board and the Field regarding product TNAs, DITTO™ orders, Customer Service hours, and Business and Service Center hours and closings has been extremely helpful.
Thank you. Your support continually reminds us: Together, we will get through this!
Message from Joe Markiewicz
A Message from the IBOAI® about COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
As the spread of COVID-19 continues to impact all of our lives in a myriad of ways, it has become evident these are unprecedented times. Through it all, count on the IBOAI to support you and your business.
The IBOAI Board members and staff are working remotely. The scheduled Board meetings are being held by video conferencing, March 30-April 2. Our priority is to maintain business operations without jeopardizing the health and safety of the Board members, staff, and Amway™ employees.
In this Business, people are our biggest asset in good times and bad. Have faith and hold on to hope. Together, we’ll make it through this challenge and come out even stronger.
IBOAI Event Participation
To support and connect with IBOs of North America, your IBOAI® participates in several annual Amway™ events in recognition of IBOs and their achievements.
Achievers Invitational
The biggest North American conference and celebration for IBOs is a spectacular event, start to finish. Each year, the IBOAI® partners with Amway™ and enhances this event by offering ample opportunity for IBO Leaders to speak with IBOAI Board members one-on-one about the rich history, business initiatives, special projects, upcoming programs, and recent accomplishments of the IBOAI. During special Leadership sessions and meetings, IBOAI representatives provide further education on the IBOAI mission, values, and commitment to making the future of this Business bright for all IBOs and their families.
Achievers Invitational
Diamond Club
This luxurious Hawaiian getaway is a well-deserved opportunity for Diamonds to relax, renew, and strategize for future success – with IBOAI® Board members, fellow IBO Leaders, and key Amway™ executives. The unwavering support of the IBOAI is demonstrated throughout this fabulous event, particularly during the Business Meeting and Expo, when Board members talk about the history and mission of the IBOAI.
Diamond Club
New Platinum Conference
The IBOAI® joins Amway™ in educating emerging IBO Leaders at this exciting, info-packed conference. IBOAI participation begins the moment Platinums register as they are welcomed by IBOAI staff. At the Expo, the new Platinums learn about the value and responsibilities of the IBOAI - and the IBOAI's continuous accessibility and tireless effort on behalf of all IBOs. During the Business Meeting and educational sessions, IBOAI Board members further motivate and educate Platinums to ensure their continued success.
New Platinum Conference
