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.
Watch and listen as Andrew Schmidt, Managing Director of Amway North America, takes Jody Victor by surprise at Diamond Club with well-deserved recognition for his love and steadfast commitment to the Business and the people involved in it. In his longstanding role with the IBOAI, Jody’s unparalleled service is well known and well told. He is a leader, mentor, and friend to many.
Diamond Club 2022 featured many bright, shining moments – memorable for their authenticity, inspiration, and conviction. IBOAI® Chairman Joe Markiewicz joined Andrew Schmidt, ANA Managing Director on stage during the Diamond Club Business Meeting to speak about partnership, growth, and helping each new IBO become successful. Highlights included the definition of partnership as an action verb and the on-target definition of IBOs as creative and solution-minded. Watch this inspiring video now.
January 2022
Congratulations on another year of milestones despite navigating through a pandemic and a season of modifications and enhancements to the Business model. I can tell you that every Rule change, Incentive, Entry Model rollout, Preferred Customer Program and Opportunity Messaging guides have had IBOAI “eyes” on it.
This speaks to our healthy business relationship with Amway and the solution-minded attitude we all have in tackling tough issues. What guides every Board member is a commitment to make this Business better for generations to come. I have endeavored to serve with excellence the IBOs in North America while on the IBOAI Board for over 15 years. My first experiences were on the Business Operations, Awards and Recognition and the Legal and Ethics Committees. Following those valuable learning years, I had the privilege of serving as the Vice Chairman of the IBOAI and being Vinny Pappalardo’s right hand as an Officer.
I am so impressed how Vinny, as Chairman, navigated very difficult times in the last two years. His leadership together with the leadership from all of the Officers and Governance and Oversight members of the IBOAI have prepared me and the entire IBOAI Board of Directors for a successful 2022.
Finally, as I look at the original Founder’s Charter of the American Way Association (now the IBOAI), that hangs in the main AWA Boardroom, I know that these Pioneers had a predominant purpose. That purpose is to create an opportunity for all people regardless of their education, age and ethnicity; one that is aspirational for every person that calls himself or herself an Independent Business Owner. I promise you that no matter the desired outcome you want from your Business, your IBOAI Board will fight to keep this Business attractive, unique and sustainable for generations to come.
Sincerely,
Joe Markiewicz
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.
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.
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.
