EXECUTIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS

Plexus Worldwide has named Mike Beardall as the company’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this new role, Beardall will work to ensure Plexus’ financial security and operational efficiency while implementing the company’s global expansion strategy.

“Mike’s track record of success and passion for incorporating leading-edge management practices and technology into operations to support growth plans make him the perfect addition to the team,” said Gene Tipps, Plexus CEO. “Throughout his career, Mike has demonstrated exceptional skills as a strategic leader and team player who inspires high performance across all organizational levels.”

EXp Realty announced the promotion of Carolyn Merchant to the role of Chief Marketing Officer. Merchant will now lead the next evolution of brand and marketing efforts for eXp Realty and focus on agent enablement and growth.

“The growth opportunity ahead of us is massive and core to that is our continued mission to be the most agent-centric brokerage by constantly innovating our agent value proposition,” said Glenn Sanford, eXp Realty CEO. “Carolyn brings extensive expertise and since joining eXp Realty, she has elevated our marketing and communications functions. I’m confident that she will continue to build out many new deliverables across the realty ecosystem, from our internal business units to the agent in the field sitting down to take their first listing.”

Arbonne International welcomed Léa Baltzinger as the company’s new Chief People Officer. Baltzinger brings more than two decades of experience working as a senior HR leader across industries.

“Léa brings tremendous global experience in human resources leadership and organizational development to our team,” said Tyler Whitehead, Arbonne CEO.

“As Chief People Officer, Léa will work closely with me and our leadership team to support the company’s growth and ensure that we are attracting, developing and retaining top talent. We’re thrilled to welcome Léa.”

Farmasi welcomed Courtland Pearson as the company’s new Executive Vice President of Sales, U.S. and Canada. Pearson has more than three decades of experience in global business and direct sales and has two decades of experience of living and working within Asia.

Pearson will now work to execute strategies, processes, events, incentives and programs for the Englishspeaking markets.

Also joining the Farmasi team is Wille Rodriguez, who will serve as Marketing Vice President at the company’s headquarters in Miami, Florida. Rodriguez brings more than 15 years of experience working for leading direct selling brands in product development, marketing technology implementation, change management, marketing operations and communications.

IAN BICKLEY INTERIM CEO, THE BODY SHOP

The Body Shop announced that CEO David Boynton, who has served in the capacity for five years, will be stepping down from the role. In his place, Ian Bickley, a Natura &Co board director, will now serve as interim CEO.

Bickley’s engagement on the Natura &Co board committee will allow him to bring a deep understanding of the business to this role. In addition, he is an expert in the retail and branded consumer goods sector with extensive background in driving omnichannel growth and growing international franchise opportunities.

“David has shown incredible passion for The Body Shop during his tenure,” said Fabio Barbosa, Natura &Co Group CEO. “On behalf of the entire Natura &Co Board, we want to acknowledge and thank him for his leadership. As we bid farewell to David, we also look forward to this next chapter in the story of The Body Shop. A chapter that holds endless possibilities and prospects for success. It is with great excitement that we welcome Ian Bickley. Ian’s passion for the retail sector and his track record of success makes him the right leader to bring new energy to the company. As part of his role, Ian will be working closely with us to find a permanent successor and champion of Anita’s legacy–a legacy that continues to inspire us all.”

STEVE CARLILE CHIEF MARKETING AND DIGITAL OFFICER, YOUNG LIVING

Young Living Essential

Oils has appointed Steve Carlile to the role of Chief Marketing and Digital Officer. Carlile brings more than two decades of experience and has previously served in this same role for another well-known direct selling brand.

“We are thrilled to welcome Steve to the Young Living family,” said Ben Riley, Young Living President. “Steve’s deep expertise connecting audiences on an international scale means he’s intrinsically aligned with our community of dreamers, achievers and go-getters that dot the globe. He also has an innate ability to anticipate industry trends, which makes Steve a perfect match for the Young Living brand.”

JANET S. WEIL

GENERAL COUNSEL, SUNRIDER

Sunrider International announced the appointment of Janet S. Weil to the role of General Counsel. Weil has more than 25 years of experience in the direct selling industry and is an experienced compliance officer, executive, corporate lawyer and General Counsel in both Europe and the U.S.

“We are grateful to have Janet as a member of our executive team,” said Sunrider CEO Sunny Beutler. “She has many years of General Counsel experience, and I am confident that Janet will contribute her leadership and extensive knowledge to help us continue our growth in the industry.

DANA HOLMES

VP OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND ANALYSIS, SWFC

Southwestern Family of Companies (SWFC) announced Dana Holmes as the company’s new Vice President of Business Development and Analysis.

Holmes will be responsible for analyzing business operations, financial data, market research and competitor data to improve the SWFC’s strategies, competitive capabilities and profitability.

“Dana has been advising the executive team at Southwestern for more than 15 years,” said Henry Bedford, SWFC Chairman and CEO. “His knowledge of the company mission and structure along with his experience advising companies in growth and value enhancement strategies will greatly benefit the entire family of companies.”

ERIN BANYAS VICE PRESIDENT, HEAD OF INVESTOR RELATIONS, HERBALIFE

Herbalife announced it has named Erin Banyas as the new Vice President, Head of Investor Relations. Eric Monroe, who formerly held the title of Senior Director of Investor Relations, will now serve as Vice President of North America Finance & Operations.

“Erin brings a wealth of experience in both investor relations and financial reporting for a global entity to this leadership role, and we believe it will be fundamental to delivering shareholder value,” said Alex Amezquita, Chief Financial Officer. “We are excited to welcome her to the Herbalife family. Likewise, we are delighted to promote Eric Monroe, who has served our company well for many years, to a new leadership role.” DSN