DSU Spring 2026 - Startup Standouts & Emerging Leaders
- Mar 2
- 2 min read
DSU SPRING 2026
APRIL 14-16, 2026
THE WESTIN GALLERIA / DALLAS, TX
Fast-Growth Strategies from Emerging Leaders at DSU Spring 2026
Some of the most exciting innovation in direct selling is happening with emerging leaders and companies that are rewriting the playbook on growth, technology and customer engagement. We're excited to announce three standout CEOs taking the stage at DSU Spring 2026 (April 14-16 at the Westin Galleria in Dallas) who have built fast-growing companies by combining bold vision with disciplined execution.
JAY DHALIWAL
Founder & CEO, The Super Patch Company
Jay Dhaliwal spent 15 years and $25 million of his own wealth developing The Super Patch Company's proprietary vibrotactile technology. He leads the company through a data-driven "Procter & Gamble Approach," using consumer research to guide every decision from product development to comp plan design. Jay's innovative leadership includes strategic product planning, with a comprehensive roadmap already mapped out for the next 5-10 years, ensuring continued innovation and sustainable growth.
WHAT YOU'LL TAKEAWAY
How to use data-driven decision making to scale efficiently
Strategies to build product roadmaps that drive long-term growth
How to innovate in competitive markets with proprietary technology
MICHAEL FALLQUIST
Co-Founder, Board Member & CEO
Energywell / Think+
Michael is an energy expert and entrepreneur serving as Chief Executive Officer of Energywell and Think+, the company's direct selling channel. Think+ has built a growing community of independent Energy Advisors who share sustainable energy solutions to customers across deregulated markets nationwide. Michael is leveraging his many years in the energy industry and his experience in network marketing to create a different way to think about the industry—focusing on long-term price certainty, proprietary technology that unlocks customer value, and community solar with locked-in savings.
WHAT YOU'LL TAKEAWAY
How to use data-driven decision making to scale efficiently
Strategies to build product roadmaps that drive long-term growth
How to innovate in competitive markets with proprietary technology
JUSTIN SERRA
CEO, MAKE Wellness
Justin brings decades of operational and strategic expertise to guide the company's growth. His leadership philosophy centers on delivering impactful results while fostering a strong organizational culture. Under Justin's leadership, MAKE Wellness achieved extraordinary growth, exceeding $100 million in sales in its first year of operations. The company also sold more than one million products and served more than 150,000 customers. Justin's focus on integrity, innovation and a relentless commitment to the company's mission has positioned MAKE Wellness as a leader in advanced nutrition, cutting-edge technology and building a thriving community.
WHAT YOU'LL TAKEAWAY
How to achieve rapid scale while maintaining operational excellence
Strategies to build strong organizational culture during hypergrowth
How to launch with integrity and innovation at the center
Join 600+ industry leaders for these pivotal conversations and more at DSU Spring 2026 | April 14-16 at the Westin Galleria in Dallas.
DSU is exclusively designed for and limited to active corporate direct selling executive employees. Registration is free. More speaker announcements coming soon. Speaker lineup subject to change. Visit dsnevents.com/spring2026 for up-to-date details.
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