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Bead Retreat, Ltd.
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Founding Story
Bead Retreat is located in Newport News, VA. The idea for the Company came from a casual comment between friends. The comment sparked the idea for the business, yet they weren’t aware of it at the time. Cindi was beading bracelets for her direct sales downline and Lesa beaded for enjoyment. The pair ultimately began their Company at home in 2001.
Impact on the Industry
Bead Retreat is a member of the Direct Selling Association and the Direct Selling Women’s Association. Bead Retreat also works with the Dignity U Wear (www.mlmlegal.com) Foundation by selling retail items that give part of the profits to the foundation.
Discussion of Products
Bead Retreat sells beads and beading through home parties and catalogs.
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Discussion of Opportunity
Representatives earn immediate commissions on all product sales. At a party, each guest pays a total fee to make the complete project. The fee includes the cost of supplies and a $10 teaching fee. Therefore, each party the representative earns $10 per guest and additional commission on what is made and ordered. As the representative’s team grows, representatives have the opportunity to earn additional commissions on personal sales in addition to earning a percentage of their team’s sales.
Hosts awards include half-priced items, a discount (www.mlmlegal.com) based on guest sales and free shipping and handling.
Representatives have the choice of purchasing one of two kits from the Company that includes:
Bead Retreat also has a Fast-Track Program (www.mlmlegal.com) that includes:
Discussion of Distributor Base and Sales Volume in U.S.
Bead Retreat utilizes a multi-level compensation plan and a (www.mlmlegal.com) party-plan sales strategy. Bead Retreat operates within the United States.
Company Website: www.beadretreat.com
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