
MARCH 25-27, 2025
DSU SPRING 2025
Irving Convention Center
500 W. Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX
Event Overview
Mark your calendars for our most talked-about event of the year! The Annual DSN Global Celebration and DSU Spring are coming this March and you'll want to make plans now to attend!
You can expect a best-in-class speaker line-up, in-demand topics and the best networking in the channel for executives.
DSU is free for all active corporate direct selling executives and event sponsors.
Schedule & Sessions
TUESDAY,
MARCH 25
CEO Forum
(INVITE-ONLY)
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
(lunch provided)
Workshops
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Choose from four different workshops for in-depth insights. Stay tuned for details and workshop descriptions.
Cocktail Reception & Welcome
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
DSU Global Celebration*
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
WEDNESDAY,
MARCH 26
7:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Check in, coffee & continental breakfast
General Session 1
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
(lunch provided)
General Session 2
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Networking Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
THURSDAY,
MARCH 27
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Coffee & continental breakfast
General Session 1
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
(lunch provided)
General Session 2
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
*Additional registration required
Speakers
Learn from the industry pioneers, seasoned executives and visionary leaders who are shaping direct selling. Our speakers are poised to ignite inspiration, spark meaningful dialogue and provide actionable insights to propel your business to new heights.
More speaker announcements coming soon!

CEO →
Stuart Johnson has served the direct selling industry for 36 years. His passion for the channel encompasses a broader commitment to build and connect the direct selling community through exclusive industry events such as Direct Selling University and the DSN Global Celebration. Stuart is arguably the most connected person in direct selling, building and growing a network of executives, thought leaders, strategists and innovators. His advice and counsel are sought after by leaders throughout the channel.

Partner →
"Brett is a founding partner with Strategic Choice Partners, and an experienced executive specializing in marketing, communications and digital strategic consulting.
He began at the entry level of the marketing department at AdvoCare, International in 2002, rising to the position of Marketing Manager before he left in 2007. In 2009, he joined Mannatech as Sr. Director of Global Online Solutions. He was then promoted to Vice President of Global Marketing in 2011.
For many years, Brett’s vision was to create a business that helps direct selling companies energize their ideas. In March 2014, he started his own firm built on that very premise, and it quickly evolved into Strategic Choice Partners. It’s a business development firm built specifically to help direct selling companies make their ideas happen, and happen faster. It’s about energizing your ideas with the insights and expertise to construct the right plan, build the right team and execute with excellence. "

CEO →
Back in 1977, Primerica’s founders recognized the pressing need for their friends, family and community members to have access to financial education and the right financial solutions that could help them live better lives and prepare for the future. Now, nearly 50 years later Primerica is ranked #7 on the DSN Global 100 List with 2022 revenue of $2.72B. Primerica reported revenue for 2023 of $2.82B, growing $100M over 2022.
John is the former Co-CEO of Primerica and is now on the board of directors. He helped to shape Primerica’s culture as well as navigate a tedious break from Citigroup that skyrocketed profits and made National headlines in 2010. Now “rewired” after his tenure with Primerica, John is the CEO of Addison Leadership Group, INC. He travels the world as a keynote speaker and consultant, he is also a best-selling author.

EVP Global Marketing →
Kirsten is focused on leading brand strategies to take innovative products to market and spotlight SeneGence to the masses in her role as the Senior Vice President of Global Marketing. She has seen SeneGence through substantial growth cycles, international expansion and most currently, a massive digital transformation. She prioritizes the sales and international growth goals of the company and manages departments across global locations.
She thrives on collaboration and pride in building teams that are innovation and take pride in their work. Kirsten is also a proud board member of The Make Sense Foundation®, SeneGence’s nonprofit organization which focuses on giving back to our communities in need.

Founder & CEO →
Nancy Bogart, Founder & CEO, Jordan Essentials, launched her company from her kitchen table with a homemade Lotion Bar, toddlers at her feet, and a desire to create a healthy product that she could share and sell to earn extra income. Twenty-three years later, she leads a multimillion-dollar company and is fulfilling her dream of empowering women while helping others live healthier, more vibrant lives.

Co-Founder & CEO →
Bret Bonacorsi is the CEO and co-founder of jBloom, a direct sales jewelry company based in St. Peters, Missouri. Established in 2004 alongside his wife, Jennifer, jBloom has grown into a nationally recognized brand with designers across 46 states.
Before jBloom, Bret's career involved extensive business travel. Recognizing the potential in Jennifer's jewelry designs, he encouraged her to host home parties where women could design their own jewelry, leading to the creation of U Design Jewelry in 2004. This venture evolved into jBloom in 2013, focusing on personalized jewelry crafted in-house.
Under Bret's leadership, jBloom has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of Plunder Design in 2024, expanding the company's reach and offerings. The company has also been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list, ranking #547 in 2017.
Bret emphasizes a community-focused company culture, ensuring designers and team members feel valued and supported. He and Jennifer are committed to philanthropy, notably through substantial donations to Basket of Hope, a charity aiding children with serious illnesses.
Residing in Weldon Spring, Missouri, Bret and Jennifer have four daughters, all of whom have been involved in the family business. Bret continues to lead jBloom with a focus on growth, innovation, and community impact.

Co-Founder & President →
Jennifer Bonacorsi is the co-founder and president of jBloom, a direct sales jewelry company based in St. Peters, Missouri that empowers women across the United States to start their own jewelry businesses.
Before establishing jBloom, Jennifer Bonacorsi was a special education teacher who chose to become a stay-at-home mother to raise her four daughters. During this time, she discovered a passion for jewelry-making, creating pieces that quickly garnered interest from others. In 2004 Jennifer and her husband Bret, founded U Design Jewelry, a direct sales jewelry company which was later rebranded in
Under Jennifer’s leadership as president and co-founder, jBloom has grown from a home-based operation into a nationally recognized brand with over 1,800 designers across 47 states. The company now operates out of a 40,000-square-foot facility and has been celebrated as one of the top 50 fastest-growing businesses in St. Louis. Jennifer’s innovative vision has also earned her the prestigious Future 50 Award twice from St. Louis Small Business Monthly.
She has overseen donations of over 20,000 necklaces to Basket of Hope, a local charity supporting children with serious illnesses. Known for fostering a family-oriented culture at jBloom, Jennifer leads with authenticity and care, building strong connections with both her team and the designers she supports.

Founder & CEO →
With 20 years of cross-functional experience in direct selling, Heather brings a solid understanding of sales, marketing, technology, manufacturing, operations and C-Suite challenges as well as a strong collaborative and relational style of leadership to the table.
Heather has held executive roles as Shaklee, Arbonne International, Celebrating Home and BeautiControl. Heather is the Founder and CEO of Bridgehead Collective, a firm founded to help companies in the channel innovate, form and execute strategic plans in a dynamic digital environment.

Vice President of Sales →
Norwex offers more than cleaning products. They advocate a simpler, more natural and sustainable way of living, free of unnecessary toxins. Norwex was founded in Norway in 1994 and debuted in the US in 1999. Norwex brings the same care and concern to their personal care products as they do to the home cleaning products they are so well known for. Norwex’s skincare helps restore skin’s natural balance by strengthening and protecting it from outside elements. The unique formulas help nurture, protect and revive the skin—leaving it hydrated, restored and naturally glowing.
Brian, Norwex’s VP of US Sales, has over 25 years of experience providing senior and executive-level sales leadership. Brian is a proven leader who achieved or exceeded annual revenue and sales goals in every Norwex market as well as oversaw a $14M increase in sales two years in a row. Brian also successfully opened new Norwex markets in Austria, Sweden and Malaysia.

CEO & Founder →
Aspen is a former Spanish teacher turned entrepreneur, trainer, mentor, leadership coach and author of the book Chase Your Brave.
She has a heart for teaching and developing others, and that will never change. Aspen started in the network marketing industry back in the early 2000’s. She achieved top ranks in multiple companies due to being able to cast vision, develop and layer leadership within an organization, rise up those leaders, duplicate a system, teach, train and coach a large team of people in an effective way.
Aspen has been featured twice in Success From Home Magazine, and has been interviewed for various blogs, books, podcasts and stories regarding her experience and success in the industry. She knows how to maximize production, cast a vision, influence and challenge people, and help them work through the tough stuff of life. She has also worked on the corporate side of network marketing as a Senior Field Development Regional Manager, where she was able to impact and support an even larger network of people than ever before. She helped with recognition and expansion strategies, all while supporting and growing an existing network of distributors globally.
The bottom line is she LOVES people. Aspen thrives off of coaching and mentoring, and helping people realize their full potential while making their dreams come true. It doesn't feel like work when you are doing what you love!
Aspen is currently the CEO and Founder of Bravenly Global, LLC.

Founder & CEO →
Mike Fallquist is Chief Executive Officer of Think Energy. Think Energy is a fast-growing sustainable energy company offering clean electricity and community solar products to residential and small commercial customers across 18 states and the District of Columbia.
Think Energy is a portfolio company of Energywell where Mike serves as a Director & Chief Executive Officer. Funded in November 2021, Energywell is an investment company with a $100 million capital commitment from Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. and Hartree Partners L.P. to create a technology-driven sustainable energy platform.
Prior to his role with Energywell, Mike served as Chief Executive Officer & Director of Crius Energy, a publicly listed retail energy and solar provider that served approximately 1.4 million customers and generated revenue of $1.235 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $88.8 million in 2018. He was responsible for capital markets activities and successfully raised C$330.8 million through four public offerings on the Toronto Stock Exchange. He led the successful acquisition of 12 companies in the retail energy and solar industries, including TriEagle Energy, U.S. Gas & Electric, SunEdison and Verengo Solar. He developed innovative sales and marketing partnerships with iconic companies such as Comcast and SolarCity, and led initiatives for Crius Energy that resulted in several awards, including receiving the Energy Supplier of the Year award at the Energy Marketing Conference in 2014 and multiple J.D. Power Awards for the “highest in residential customer satisfaction.”
Crius Energy was acquired by Vistra Energy on July 15, 2019, for a total enterprise value of approximately C$650 million.
Prior to this, Mike was the Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Regional Energy Holdings, a privately held company that owned and operated multiple retail energy companies. It was acquired by Crius Energy in 2012. In this role, he created a new category in retail energy offering higher quality renewable energy products to consumers through the Viridian Energy brand and pioneered the “white label” sales strategy with Cincinnati Bell, FairPoint Communications and Frontier Communications. These innovative sales strategies resulted in adding more than 250,000 customers in less than three years. He was named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award in the Clean-Tech category for the New York region in 2012.
Earlier, Mike was Chief Operating Officer of Commerce Energy, a deregulated provider of electricity and natural gas products serving approximately 150,000 customers in 10 states. He was recruited to be part of the executive management team that turned around the company. He planned and implemented a successful company-wide restructuring, resulting in annual expense savings of nearly $11 million.
Beyond the retail energy industry, Mike has held various roles in commodities, finance and consulting, including work for the Macquarie Group in Australia and in the United States, Deloitte Consulting and Towers Perrin.
Mike earned a Master of Business Administration at the Cornell University Johnson Graduate School of Management in Ithaca, NY. He earned a Bachelor of Arts, Economics Concentration, at Colgate University in Hamilton, NY, where he was New York State NCAA Rowing Champion and President of the Men’s Rowing Team.

CEO →
Nate is a visionary executive in the health, wellness, and beauty industry, boasting more than two decades of omnichannel leadership and world-class brand building experience across retail, digital, and franchise operations.
Prior to joining Modere, Nate held senior leadership roles at GNC, the largest global specialty retailer of nutritional products. He served as Vice President of Franchising (2017-2019), Senior Vice President of Operations (2019-2021), and most recently, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. As COO, he provided global oversight of more than 8,000 employees, over 5,000 retail locations and over 60,000 wholesale accounts.
Nate also brings valuable retail management experience, including as Vice President of Field Operations for Mattress Firm, as well as at Helzberg Diamonds, Abercrombie & Fitch, and GameStop.
He holds a B.S. in asset management from Eastern Kentucky University.

Founder & CEO →
Eddie Garcia is the CEO of Realty of America, one of the fastest-growing national real estate companies transforming the industry with innovation, first-class training, and unparalleled opportunities for agents.
A visionary leader and accomplished entrepreneur, Eddie’s real estate journey began at just 21 years old in Chicago, where he quickly rose to prominence as a top-performing agent. Six short years after obtaining his license, he founded Realty of Chicago, turning his vision into reality.
As the founder of Realty of Chicago, Eddie led his offices to extraordinary success, achieving over $3 billion in closed sales and more than 10,000 homes sold. His leadership and strategic vision transformed Realty of Chicago into a powerhouse brokerage and laid the foundation for Realty of America, a national company focused on empowering real estate professionals and redefining the industry.
Eddie has been instrumental in Realty of America’s rapid expansion, spearheading a nationwide campaign to attract some of the country’s top-producing agents. His ability to align exceptional talent with the company’s mission has established Realty of America as a dominant force in the real estate sector.
Eddie’s commitment to innovation and growth is matched by his dedication to giving back. He has helped feed over 300,000 people during the holiday season and provided more than 20,000 children with school supplies, haircuts, and laptops. These efforts reflect Eddie’s core belief in using success to uplift others and create lasting change in the communities he serves.

For over 35 years, Gordon Hester has been a successful distributor, change management consultant and C-level executive. He also built a technology company with his son that is now one of the biggest tech vendors in direct selling.
As an active member of the DSA for over a decade, he serves as a DSEF Board member and a member of the Research Committee, Government Relations Committee, and liaison between the DSEF and over 250 Academic Fellows. Gordon is an active trainer at industry events and writes for various media outlets. He is also an active board member of the Association of Network Marketing Professionals (ANMP).

Chief Information Officer →
Gareth has been the Chief Information Officer at Sunrider International since 2021. Hooper’s background is in global information technology operations, strategy, and execution. He has served as Chief Information Officer for three direct selling companies, IT director for another, and held leadership positions at Blockbuster.

Vice President →
Lynn Lippert is a seasoned executive and a driving force behind several successful direct sales companies, during her thirty-year career. Her deep-rooted passion for direct sales stems from her upbringing—inspired by her mother’s involvement in the industry, Lynn has carried that legacy forward, becoming a champion of sales consultants and the direct sales channel.
As Vice President of L'BRI, Lynn has played a pivotal role in the company’s steady growth with a strong commitment to sustainable direct sales business practices through her 14-year tenure. Her strategic mindset and passion for excellence have been instrumental in shaping L'BRI’s innovative approach to product development, marketing, and training. Lynn’s impressive track record includes holding five design patents and leading a product line to grow from $2 million to $50 million in revenue. She was also a key team member in scaling a company to $1 billion in less than five years—a testament to her expertise and leadership in driving exponential growth.
Lynn’s ability to blend creativity with strategic execution has consistently exceeded company objectives, making her an invaluable asset to the organization. She is not only a leader but also a mentor, empowering L'BRI’s independent consultants to achieve their fullest potential and driving the company’s reputation as a leader in the direct sales industry. Known for her collaborative leadership style, Lynn has fostered strong relationships across all levels of the organization and with external partners, ensuring L'BRI remains at the forefront of innovation.
Her dedication to sustainability, growth, and excellence continues to shape the company’s future, proving that with passion, creativity, and a commitment to high standards, anything is possible. Lynn Lippert is a true trailblazer, embodying the spirit of L'BRI and inspiring others to lead with purpose and vision. Her remarkable achievements, industry expertise, and unwavering passion for direct sales make her a trusted and influential leader in the network marketing world.

CEO →
The inspiration for OLIVE TREE PEOPLE and its groundbreaking products was born in an olive tree house, nestled in the heart of Thomas Lommel's first olive grove. Years earlier, Thomas discovered the incredible healing power of olive trees, successfully treating himself with their natural properties. His passion and belief in the transformative potential of olive trees led to the creation of his first elixir, crafted for internal use. After witnessing its remarkable effectiveness in others, Thomas envisioned Olive Tree Therapy—a philosophy akin to Mediterranean Ayurveda.
Driven by the conviction that what nourishes the inside should also benefit the outside, Thomas began exploring skincare. He uncovered a surprising truth: most creams and serums are composed of up to 70% distilled water. Determined to innovate, he replaced this water with a potent beauty elixir derived from olive leaves. Unlike olive oil, this elixir is up to 3000 times more concentrated, mimicking the resilience and vitality that allow olive trees to thrive for thousands of years.
Through OLIVE TREE PEOPLE, Thomas has redefined skincare, merging ancient wisdom with modern innovation to create products that empower and protect, just as nature intended.

Chief Commercial Officer →
Jake McLain is a dynamic leader known for his ability to drive transformational growth and execute business strategies that deliver exceptional results. As Chief Commercial Officer at Green Compass, a pioneer in premium botanical wellness, Jake brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success.
Throughout his career, Jake has demonstrated expertise in crafting sales and go-to-market strategies, achieving triple-digit sales growth, maximizing lifetime customer value, and overseeing critical projects like global market expansions. He played a key role in scaling a prestige clean beauty brand from startup to a $1 billion valuation, culminating in a private equity exit. His leadership has also led to significant operational improvements, including eight-figure annual cost optimizations through streamlined teams and innovative technology solutions.
Jake’s extensive experience includes working with globally recognized companies such as Nestlé USA, Toyota Motor Sales, Yamaha Motor Corporation, HealthNet, Arbonne International, Beachbody, and Beautycounter. At Green Compass, he continues to shape the future of botanical wellness, leveraging his passion for innovation and growth to lead the company into its next chapter of success.

Global SVP Marketing →
As LifeWave’s newly appointed Global Senior Vice President of Marketing, Wayne brings more than two decades of experience leading marketing, strategy and branding for large organizations in both traditional retail and the direct selling industry. Wayne is also the host of Direct Approach, a bi-weekly podcast that features candid conversations with leading corporate executives about marketing, brand strategy and the evolving direct sales channel.
In his new role, Wayne will lead LifeWave’s global marketing, digital and communication teams, focusing on innovative approaches to the user experience and technological advancements.

Founder & CEO →
David has worked in the broadcasting industry for 30 years and the hologram space for the last 15. David is regarded as one of the foremost experts with the technology. David is an award winning content creator, writer, and producer. In 2018, David invented the Proto “hologram” projection machine (originally called the PORTL Capsule. David has been seen domestically and internationally on BBC World News, Good Morning America, CNN, NBC, FOX, CBS, Azteca-TV, Univision-TV, Telemundo, CCTV, Discovery Channel, USA Today, AFP, and Netflix, heard on NPR and The Howard Stern Show, and quoted in Popular Mechanics, Rolling Stone, New York Times, and Billboard Magazine just to name a few.

Chief Operating Officer →
Patrick O’Neill is the Chief Operating Officer of eXp Realty, bringing more than 25 years of experience and a proven track record of building and optimizing high-growth technology businesses.
Before joining eXp Realty, Patrick was the Chief Technology Officer for Xome, LLC, a subsidiary of the Mr. Cooper Group, where he led transformative technology initiatives. Prior to Xome, he served as Senior Vice President of Product Management for Travel Leaders Group, driving innovation and strategic product development. Earlier in his career, Patrick was appointed Chief Operating Officer of Guestlogix, Inc., and held several senior leadership positions at Sabre, Inc., and Continental Airlines, Inc., where he refined his expertise in technology-driven operational growth.
With his extensive experience in technology, product management, and operations, Patrick is a driving force in shaping eXp Realty’s vision and innovation in the real estate industry.

Founder & CEO →
Jeff Olson is a renowned entrepreneur, author, and visionary leader. Starting his career in traditional business with roles at Texas Instruments and as one of the youngest airport managers in the U.S., Jeff found his passion in entrepreneurship. He became a top distributor for NSA, CEO of two direct sales companies, and founder of The People’s Network, a leading personal development organization.
In 2011, Jeff founded Neora, leading it to historic growth, including recognition on the INC 500 list and as a top 20 Direct Selling Association company. Jeff is also the best-selling author of The Slight Edge, which has sold over 3 million copies and inspired success-driven philosophies globally.
As founder of Live Happy and host of the Built to Win podcast, Jeff continues to empower others through leadership insights and the science of happiness, cementing his legacy as a thought leader in business and personal growth.

Founder & CEO →
An expert in global business strategy and development, Daniel understands that companies today must be strategic and data-driven to stay on top of market trends and to meet customer needs. He has a deep understanding of how every decision can affect the overall culture and well-being of an organization and desires to influence the lives of as many individuals and families as possible through his passion for relationship marketing.

Co-Founder →
Ørjan Sæle is a successful speaker, owner of several companies and is the author of several books. He is the co-founder and 5 Star Global President of Zinzino, a leading Direct Sales company. He has over 30 years of experience in the field of network marketing and has built one of the largest organizations in the world together with his wife Hilde.
He believes innovation is the key to creating a big company and he focuses his time on research and study as he continues to grow the business. The Myers-Briggs personality test identifies Ørjan Sæle as Visionary. His colleagues nickname him “The Professor” for his in-depth knowledge of the network marketing profession.

CEO →
Gaya Samarasingha is an entrepreneur and executive with 15 years of experience in the Direct Selling industry. As the Founder and CEO of Kalaia, she has built a brand rooted in clean beauty while advocating for innovation in the industry. Now, as the CEO of Wyld Notes, a sister company of Young Living Essential Oils, Gaya is spearheading an innovative growth strategy for one of the largest and most established companies in network marketing.
Partnering with Mary Young, Co-Founder and CEO of Young Living, Gaya has developed a one-of-a-kind affiliate program that is designed to seamlessly integrate with Young Living’s existing network marketing model. Wyld Notes offers a 100% natural fine fragrance collection drawing from Young Living’s legacy in the health and wellness industry. This new sister company leverages modern technology, digital marketing, and a seamless e-commerce experience, ensuring Young Living Brand Partners stay at the forefront of industry evolution with the tools, resources, and innovations needed to thrive in 2025 and beyond.

Join us for the prestigious DSN Global Celebration, the pinnacle event of the direct selling industry, where the highly anticipated DSN Global 100 List is revealed. This annual recognition highlights the top companies exceeding $100 million in annual revenue, offering a unique perspective on the industry’s global impact.
Over the years, this extraordinary celebration has evolved into a worldwide phenomenon, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries from across the globe. More than just an event, the DSN Global Celebration serves as a platform for mutual learning and inspiration—not only for direct selling professionals but also for researchers, investors, and those seeking opportunities within this dynamic industry.
Join us in celebrating the best in the business!






Workshops
This year, we’re rolling out exclusive workshops designed to give you actionable strategies you can implement right away. Choose your workshop and join us before the Global Celebration event on Tuesday, March 25 from 2:00 - 5:00 PM.
1. Legal & Compliance Workshop
Back by popular demand, this session will help you navigate evolving regulations with confidence, and understand best practices in managing compliance effectively.
More speakers and topics to be announced soon!

Attorney →
Clay's practice focuses on direct sales and a wide range of corporate matters for both established entities and startups such as business planning, capital raising, and corporate structuring. Clay is an innovative, thought leader and writes about a variety of topics in his Thoughts A Brewin' Newsletter.
Prior to joining Thompson Burton, Clay graduated from Belmont University College of Law. During law school, Clay clerked for the Honorable Judge Joe Thompson in the Sumner County Circuit Court for the 18th Judicial District of Tennessee. He was a member of the Belmont Health Law Journal in which his note, Help Us, Help You: Big Tech and the Future of Personal Health Records was published. He was also a member of the 2019 Belmont Health Law Transactional team that won the National Championship at the L. Edward Bryant, Jr., Health Law Competition at Loyola University-Chicago.
Clay received his undergraduate degrees from the University of Tennessee and an advanced language certificate from Moscow State University in Moscow, Russia. Upon completing his undergraduate studies, Clay received the Congressional Internship Program Scholarship where he worked on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., for Senator Bob Corker and Congresswoman Diane Black. Clay also worked as a Deputy Clerk in Sumner County for Circuit Court Clerk Kathryn Strong.
Clay enjoys traveling and sports and was able to combine both passions in 2018 when he attended the FIFA World Cup in Russia. He is also a writer for Nashville Hockey Now where he discusses the ins-and-outs of the Nashville Predators and news across the hockey world. In addition, Clay can read, write, and speak conversational Spanish and Russian.

Partner →
Ed represents corporations, individuals and governmental entities in matters involving local, state and federal governments – with emphasis on State Attorneys General and the state of Texas. He has special experience with Civil Medicaid Fraud, Deceptive Trade Practices, FTC, FOIA litigation /Public Information Act litigation and attorney general opinions. 30+ years of experience litigating significant government, energy, maritime, insurance, financial services, pharmaceutical, health care provider, retailer, corporate, multistate and class action claims.
Appointed by now-Texas Governor Greg Abbott as his original Deputy Attorney General for Litigation, Ed served as Texas’ lead litigator and directly supervised all of Attorney General Abbott’s 11 civil litigation divisions, including 250 attorneys, over 600 employees and a $35 million budget.

Partner →
Katrina is a trial lawyer who concentrates her practice in complex commercial, class action, and intellectual property litigation and also has experience in high-risk employment litigation. She has litigated in both federal and state court in Texas, California, New York, Florida, Delaware, Virginia, and numerous other jurisdictions.
Katrina litigates cases involving patent and trademark infringement allegations, partnership disputes, theft of intellectual property and trade secrets, breaches of contract and fiduciary duties, business torts, non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, unfair competition, corporate espionage, and whistleblowing. Additionally, she has extensive experience defending companies in class-action litigation and regularly handles class claims involving allegations of RICO and securities violations.
She has considerable experience defending and advising direct-selling and multi-level marketing organizations. She is often called in to advise such organizations on Federal Trade Commission and regulatory compliance issues and has successfully defended numerous direct-selling organizations in class actions and other litigation matters.
Katrina has handled all aspects of litigation in state and federal court and has a significant amount of trial experience exceeding most of her peers, having tried more than six cases as first chair or taking an otherwise stand-up role. She has experience in all phases of trial, including pre-trial proceedings, voir dire, opening statements, closing arguments, and direct and cross examination of witnesses.

Partner →
Brent Kugler is a seasoned trial lawyer with more than 23 years of experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in complex business disputes. Brent is a prominent attorney in the direct selling industry with extensive experience in representing direct sales, multilevel (MLM) and network marketing companies in lawsuits, arbitrations and regulatory matters across the United States.
Brent has also served as an expert witness in litigation involving MLM companies and his background and experience make him an excellent choice to serve as a mediator/arbitrator in direct sales/MLM legal disputes.
Formerly the General Counsel for a large MLM company, Brent provides comprehensive legal representation to direct sales companies including advice on regulatory issues, distributor policies, and procedures, compensation plans, independent contractor classification, governmental affairs and risk management. Brent is also a frequent speaker and author on developments and trends in the direct sales industry and preparing companies for litigation.
2. AI Workshop
Always a crowd favorite, this workshop will feature Blake Mallen and other leaders from our channel and showcase how they're putting AI to use at their company, and what's next.
More speakers and topics to be announced soon!