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FTC Shifts Non-Compete Enforcement to Case-by-Case Approach

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has officially dropped its appeal of the blanket non-compete ban. This change signals a shift toward targeted, case-by-case enforcement of alleged anticompetitive practices. For direct sellers and employers, this update highlights the importance of reviewing agreements and compliance strategies to ensure they align with current regulatory expectations. Read the full […]

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Florida Direct Sellers & Consumers Coalition Hosts Kickoff Event at the Florida Capitol

The Florida Direct Sellers & Consumers Coalition officially launched with a successful kickoff event at the Florida Capitol, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and advocates committed to protecting and strengthening the direct selling community across the state. The event highlighted the Coalition’s mission as a 501(c)(4) organization dedicated to engaging lawmakers, promoting awareness, and advocating

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Florida Direct Sellers & Consumers Coalition Announces New Office Location in Sarasota

The Florida Direct Sellers & Consumers Coalition is pleased to announce that its official office will be located at the Roberti Enterprises office, at 5379 Ocean Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34242. On behalf of the Coalition, we extend our sincere thanks to Jeff Roberti for generously allowing us to utilize this space as the Coalition’s office.

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Florida Attorney General to Attend Capitol Hill Day

Florida State Representative and FLDSCC Board Member, Ryan Chamberlin, recently met with the Florida Attorney General to discuss key initiatives supporting Florida’s direct selling community. During Capitol Hill Day, the Attorney General will meet privately with coalition members to explore strategies for protecting the purpose and integrity of the direct selling industry. This collaboration underscores

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Connor Hester Joins the Board of the Florida Coalition

We are proud to welcome Connor Hester, CEO & Founder of ShapeTech Solutions, as the youngest member of the Florida Direct Sellers & Consumers Coalition Board. With over a decade of experience supporting direct selling and D2C companies, Connor brings deep expertise in technology, digital transformation, and salesforce modernization. Through ShapeTech Solutions, he helps companies

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Stuart Johnson Joins the Board of the Florida Direct Sellers & Consumers Coalition

We are honored to welcome Stuart Johnson to the Board of the Florida Direct Sellers & Consumers Coalition (FLDSCC). For nearly 40 years, Stuart has been one of the most influential and respected leaders in the direct selling industry. As the driving force behind Direct Selling News (DSN) and Direct Selling University (DSU), he has

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Bravenly Global and Aspen Emry: Celebrating Exceptional Growth in Direct Selling

We’re proud to highlight Aspen Emry and Bravenly Global for their remarkable contributions to the direct selling channel. In less than five years, Bravenly Global has emerged as one of the industry’s most impressive success stories, surpassing $100 million in sales in 2025. As a family-owned, debt-free wellness company, Bravenly recently celebrated its biggest month

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PM International: Leading the Florida Direct Selling Channel to New Heights

The Florida Direct Sellers & Consumers Coalition (FLDSCC) proudly recognizes PM International for their exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to strengthening Florida’s direct selling community. As a key member of the Coalition, PM International exemplifies dedication to supporting and empowering independent entrepreneurs across the state. Unmatched Growth Under CEO Rolf SorgUnder the guidance of Founder

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Global Direct Selling Shows Resilience in 2024 – WFDSA Releases New STATS Report

The global direct selling industry continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience, adapting to changing consumer behaviors, evolving regulatory frameworks, and post-pandemic market dynamics. The 2024 WFDSA STATS Report highlights key insights for industry leaders, policymakers, and independent entrepreneurs. Key Global Highlights: $163.9B in global retail sales 104.3M independent representatives worldwide 72.1% of the sales force are

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