QNET Company Profile | 25th Anniversary | Legacy Impact Future

LEGACY IMPACT FUTURE

Dear QNET Family,

As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, I am proud to reflect on the incredible journey that has brought us here. We started as a small team with a big vision, and today we have grown into a global leader in the Direct Selling industry, touching millions of lives around the world.

Our legacy is built on a strong foundation of values that prioritise people and relationships above everything else. We believe in empowering individuals to achieve their full potential, and this philosophy has guided us through the ups and downs of the past 25 years.

As we look back on our impact, we see the countless lives we have touched and transformed. From our best-in-class products to our unparalleled business opportunity, we have helped people achieve financial independence, personal growth, and a sense of purpose. Our commitment to giving back to the community has also allowed us to make a positive difference in the lives of those in need.

As we set our sights on the future, we are excited to continue building on our legacy and impact. Our focus on innovation, technology and bringing more life-enhancing products to more people will allow us to stay ahead of the curve and offer our customers and Independent Representatives the best possible experience. We will continue to expand our global footprint and bring our products and business opportunity to new markets around the world.

Our 25th Anniversary slogan, “Legacy. Impact. Future,” captures the essence of who we are and what we stand for. We are proud of the legacy we have built, the impact we have made, and the future we are creating. We are committed to empowering individuals and making a positive difference in the world.

Thank you for being a part of our journey, and here’s to the next 25 years!

Always In Service,

Malou Caluza Chief Impact Officer

ABOUT QNET

Elevating Lifestyle and Wellness Through Direct Selling

At the intersection of lifestyle and wellness, QNET stands as one of Asia’s premier direct-selling companies offering a wide selection of nature-inspired health, wellness, nutrition, and lifestyle products that enable individuals to embrace a healthier, more balanced life.

2023 marks the 25th year of QNET’s unwavering commitment to enhancing lives through superior quality products and empowering micro-entrepreneurs. Headquartered in Hong Kong and with customers in nearly 100 countries over the last quarter of a century, we have empowered millions worldwide with high-quality product offerings and a sustainable business model.

QNET strives to enhance the lives of our customers by delivering products and services that promote well-being and an enriching lifestyle. We are committed to offering unique, premium-quality items that cater to diverse needs, ranging from wellness and nutrition, and personal care, to home and living, travel and luxury, and education.

Our diverse product portfolio encompasses top-tier brands, including Amezcua, Bernhard H. Mayer®, QVI, HomePure, qLearn, Physio Radiance, and LifeQode. Our wellness offerings feature innovative, science-backed products designed to harmonise, energise, protect, and restore balance within the body.

QNET’s lifestyle collection boasts an exquisite selection of world-class timepieces, unique jewellery sets, travel and holiday products, advanced air and water purifiers, and an array of personal care products to enhance overall well-being. Our wellness products backed by rigorous research, are formulated to boost immune system performance, manage weight, increase energy, and promote a healthier life.

At QNET, we improve lives with our best-in-class lifestyle and wellness brands and provide an opportunity for anyone to run their own business by promoting our products to others. By combining the power of e-commerce and direct selling, we aim to nurture entrepreneurship, foster independence, and promote personal development, empowering individuals worldwide to achieve their goals and aspirations.

QNET proudly holds memberships in the Direct Selling Association across several countries, the Hong Kong Health Food Association, the Health Supplements Industry Association of Singapore, and more. Our involvement in global sports sponsorships, including partnerships with Manchester City Football Club and the Confederation of African Football (CAF), underscores our commitment to excellence and global reach.

Discover more about QNET and our mission to elevate lifestyles at www.qnet.net

OUR PRODUCTS

QNET’s products are designed to help people take charge of their health and improve their lifestyle. Our Research & Development teams work with an international panel of experts and scientists to source and develop the highest quality products.

When you buy a product from QNET, you join a global community of people with a shared objective: To live the best life, balanced in body, mind and spirit.

We empower you to:

• Protect your home and your family from increasing environmental pollution with our Home & Living products

• Proactively take care of your health and well-being with our Health & Wellness products

• Glow with vitality as our Personal Care products take care of you

• Enjoy incredible holidays with your loved ones and connect with the world around you; our Vacation products have you covered

• Begin your journey of personal growth and develop your skills with our e-learning programmes

• Aspire to live your best life with our stunning range of Watches & Jewellery

With QNET’s products and services, not only do you experience a new way of life, you discover a whole new you.

Global Website : www.qnet.net

Regional Websites

QNET UAE : www.qn-uae.ae

QNET Singapore : www.qnet.com.sg

QNET Philippines : www.qnet.net.ph

QNET Malaysia : www.qnet.net.my

QNET Turkey : www.qnetturkiye.com.tr

QNET Thailand : www.qnet.co.th

QNET Indonesia : www.qnet-indonesia.co.id

QNET South Africa : www.qnet.net.za

Nigeria : www.transblue.online

DIRECT SELLING INDUSTRY

A Global Business in the New Economy

In simple terms, direct selling refers to a growing and exciting industry that provides companies an alternative channel for the distribution and sale of products and/or services directly to customers, away from a traditional retail location. The industry uses a variety of distribution methods; multilevel marketing and network marketing being two of them. In the last few years, the rise of the emerging middle class, technological innovations and a relaxing of restrictions on capitalism has triggered a major growth in this industry.

Also, the emergence of on-demand businesses presents a tremendous opportunity for direct selling organisations. The broader discussion around companies involved in care sharing or home sharing has contributed to the growing public awareness of — and appreciation for — the benefits of independent work. Direct selling couldn’t be more relevant than it is right now!

Flexible earning has become increasingly commonplace, and the world continues to shift away from traditional work arrangements. As a result, direct selling will achieve a level of public recognition that it has never experienced — not just as an avenue for flexible earning but as a leader in the independent workspace.

DEMYSTIFYING DIRECT SELLING

Direct selling is a legitimate business model that has been around for decades, offering individuals the opportunity to sell products or services directly to consumers without the need for a physical storefront. Unfortunately, direct selling often gets wrongly associated with pyramid schemes, which are illegal and unsustainable business models that rely on recruiting new members instead of selling products. The two are fundamentally different in terms of their structure, legality, and sustainability. Understanding these differences is important for anyone considering a career in direct selling.

The direct selling industry has been continuously evolving. The industry has worked diligently to update its business model, adopting new technologies to streamline operations and maximise the success of its distributors.

Year after year, QNET and other companies have taken a more proactive approach towards regulation, working alongside policymakers to introduce stronger consumer protection laws and guidelines. It is important to understand that direct selling is not a get-rich-quick scheme. It is a tough business, one that requires real time and effort. Here are some ways you can tell a genuine direct selling business from a pyramid scheme.

• Direct selling companies, unlike pyramid schemes, deliver high-quality, legitimate products and services and dedicate their resources to finding consumer products that are appealing, useful, and valuable. Take QNET for instance, a company that offers more than 30 product brands spread across various categories.

• Legitimate direct selling companies have restrictions in their compensation plan. They limit the number of people who can earn a commission through sales. In a pyramid scheme, there may be many people involved — but only the person at the top is likely to see any income.

• Genuine, reputable direct selling companies do not offer commissions based on recruitment. They reward people for promoting and selling their products. Pyramid schemes typically pay for member recruitment.

• Genuine direct selling companies support their distributors with business tools and structured training programmes on a wide range of topics, including products, industry knowledge, ethics, and leadership. Such companies care about the success of their distributors and will invest in their professional development. Pyramid schemes, on the other hand, have no such support system.

• Genuine direct selling companies have proper policies and procedures in place, and a clear code of ethics. They aim to achieve long-term growth and prosperity by fostering a culture of professional practices. Pyramid schemes are dishonest by their very definition.

WONDER WHAT THE DIFFERENCE IS?

DIRECT SELLING

HIGH QUALITY LEGITIMATE PRODUCTS & SERVICES

COMPREHENSIVE COMPENSATION PLANS IN PLACE

DOES NOT OFFER COMMISSIONS BASED ON RECRUITMENT

VS

WELLESTABLISHED POLICIES & PROCEDURES, AND CLEAR CODE OF ETHICS IN PLACE

PYRAMID SCHEMES

TOP-NOTCH TRAINING PROGRAMMES IN PLACE

DON’T HAVE PRODUCTS TO SELL

ONLY THE PERSON AT THE TOP EARNS

NO FINANCIAL RETURN WITHOUT RECRUITMENT

NO TRAINING GIVEN ONLY ASKED TO RECRUIT MORE PEOPLE

NO POLICIES OR PROCEDURES IN PLACE TO PROTECT THE CUSTOMER

As we step into our 25th year, we take this opportunity to pay homage to the journey we’ve all been on together. And what a remarkable journey it has been. We realise how fortunate we are to be celebrating this significant milestone. Not many make it this far. This year is a culmination of a quarter century of hard work, perseverance, and overcoming challenges. This silver anniversary is a testament of our stability and longevity. We have stood the test of time and continue to thrive in an ever-changing business landscape. Join us, as we take this opportunity to reflect on 25 years of impact.

In 1998, a group of young entrepreneurs, led by two young men, faced an unexpected challenge that could have brought an abrupt end to their dreams. Driven by a desire to keep their promises, they decided not to walk away and chose to find a new path. This decision changed the course of their lives and, over the next 25 years, the lives of thousands of people in nearly 100 countries.

As we embark on our 25th year, we remember and honour this legacy: the legacy of those two young men, our Founders Dato Sri Vijay Eswaran and Joseph ‘Japadas’ Bismark. A legacy defined by a commitment to truth, courage, resilience, and above all, hope for a better future.

Over the last 25 years, QNET has been on a mission to touch a billion hearts, driven by the core philosophy of RYTHM — Raise Yourself to Help Mankind, and guided by the commitment of our Founders to be a force for good in the world. We are proud of the Impact we have made in the lives of people and the communities we have been a part of.

An impact that has brought about lasting change in the world enabled by our commitment to provide high-quality products that allow people to live healthier, more holistic lives; supporting micro-entrepreneurship in emerging economies by empowering people to build a better life for themselves and their families; and helping underserved communities by investing in people and equipping them with the tools they need to rise above their circumstances.

As we arrive at this important milestone, we cannot look ahead without recognising the contributions and dedication of everyone who has played a role in our success. From our distributors and network leaders who carried the message of RYTHM to all corners of the world, to our employees, many of whom have been with us for a significant part of this journey. Their stories have shaped our legacy and will continue to inspire innovations that define our future.

A future that involves creating a sustainable, fair, and prosperous world. We cannot rest on our laurels. We must continue accelerating our efforts to become a driving force for positive change, empowering people and communities through our products and business.

This year, as we mark our milestone anniversary, join us for a year-long celebration as we honour the legacy of our Founders, celebrate the impact we have made, and prepare to accelerate into the future.

LEGACY

A small group of people from different parts of the world, led by a young Malaysian business major and a Filipino martial arts expert, were brought together by a twist of fate in the vibrant city of Manila in the Philippines in the late 90’s.

In the late 90’s, Vijay Eswaran and Joseph ‘Japa’ Bismark, two young men from drastically different backgrounds, came together in business and friendship. Having found reasonable success in network marketing with an American company that was doing extremely well in the Philippines, the two joined forces and their group, called the V Team, which consisted of bright, motivated, and talented men and women, soon became the largest revenue earner for the American company. At one point, they realised that the American firm was being dishonest with them and, after all efforts to rectify the situation failed, the V Team and a few of their leaders sat around Vijay’s kitchen to discuss the next steps. About 1,500 people who had believed in the V Team leaders had joined the team. What were they going to tell them? The easy way out was to tell them what the American company owners did and wash their hands off any culpability.

However, they did not choose the easy way out. With the fate of thousands of their team members at stake, and a liability in excess of USD 250,000, the two young men along with their core team members made a bold and crazy decision to start their own company, with the sole purpose of looking after the interests of the people that had trusted them and put their life savings into their hands. On that fateful day in September 1998 at the Philippine Stock Exchange Centre (formerly Tektite Towers) in Manila, the Philippines, the company today known as QNET was born.

And as they say, ‘The rest is history.’

QNET announces official sponsorship of the FA Penang Futsal Team

LEGACY

QNET Launches HomePure Zayn

QNET Launches Bernhard H. Mayer® Omni

QNET Launches the 25th Anniversary Limited Edition Timepiece Bernhard H. Mayer® X QNET

RYTHM Foundation Established as QI Group’s Social Impact Initiative

QNET Becomes FIFA Commemorative Coin Distributor

QNET Signs Martina Hingis as Brand Ambassador QNET walks the red Carpet with IIFA

QNET Launches Green Legacy Global Reforestation Programme

QNET Launches Bachelor of Science Courses in Information Technology and Cyber Security

Adopts e-commerce & Expanded Product Portfolio

QNET Launches QVI

QNET Launches Homecare Line QNET Becomes Official Direct Selling Supporter of AFC

QNET Launches Personal Care, Nutrition Product Lines QNET Launches New Compensation Plan, Q10

QNET’s Appoints First Female CEO, Malou Caluza Exclusive Worldwide Agent of the FAO Goal Product

QNET Donates to Tsunami Relief for all affected Regions in South and South East Asia

QNET Launches Amezcua QNET Sponsors GP2 ASIA QNET Sponsors Virgin Racing F1 Team

QNET Becomes Official Direct Selling Partner of Manchester City Football Club

QNET Becomes Title Sponsor of the Malaysian Hockey Confederation

QNET Signs Cheick Sallah Cisse as Brand Ambassador

QNET Celebrates Bernhard H. Mayer® 150th Anniversary

QNET celebrates 25 years of Legacy, Impact, Future

2023

QNET Becomes Official Direct Selling Partner

V-Convention Goes Online QNET Launches FinGreen, a Financial Literacy Programme in Nigeria and Turkey

QNET Begins Operations from QI Tower, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

QNET is Manchester City Women’s First Sleeve Partner

QNET Launches Belite 123

QNET Launches Physio Radiance Expert HomePure VIVA EDG3 Plus

EMPOWERING MICRO-ENTREPRENEURS IN SHAPING THEIR FUTURE

Join the dynamic world of QNET, where we provide a platform that enables individuals to become micro-entrepreneurs, disrupting traditional business models. Our cutting-edge eCommerce platform empowers you to build your own business, leveraging our exclusive, high-quality, and life-enhancing products and services.

With QNET, you are empowered to unleash your entrepreneurial spirit and redefine success on your own terms. By sharing our high-quality products and compelling business opportunity, you can create a sustainable income stream and forge a brighter future.

Through our disruptive business model, we are redefining the direct selling landscape. We offer a supportive community, comprehensive training, and a robust compensation plan based on your sales and the success of your empowered sales team.

Join us in revolutionising the direct selling industry and making a difference in the lives of individuals worldwide.

OUR INDEPENDENT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

As Independent Representative, you can promote the QNET products that you like and earn retail profit from product sales. These can be achieved through retail customers who buy the products for personal use, or others who sign up as Independent Representative and join your team to promote the products as well.

QNET offers an exclusive range of consumable products specially created to support your health and wellness needs. To fully enjoy the benefits, we recommend consistent usage and promotion of QNET products that will also bring in Repeat Sales incentives!

QNET rewards Independent Representative for achieving milestones through the QNET Achievers’ Club Programme. Distributors can advance through seven ranks in the Achievers’ Club upon completion of specific monthly goals. The higher the rank, the higher the income potential!

Being a part of the Achievers’ Club is no easy feat. It requires discipline, hard work and more importantly, consistency. Getting into this exclusive club is just the first step. Staying in it is the bigger achievement. QNET rewards those who consistently maintain their ranks and provide promotions to keep you and your sales team motivated.

Easy Access. Simple Use. Smart Business.

The QNET Mobile App is an award-winning tool that offers a seamless and user-friendly experience for all your direct selling needs. With features like real-time notifications, an enhanced shopping experience, secure payment options, exclusive, on-demand trainings, and more, the QNET Mobile App is the ultimate companion for any direct seller. This app allows distributors to shop and run their business from the palm of their hands, from anywhere in the world.

Awards

• Gold Winner in the category of Innovation in Shopping or e-Commerce Apps in the 2021 Middle East & North Africa Stevie® Awards

• Centauri Award winner for its excellence in the Mobile App – Shopping Category in the 2021 VEGA Awards

• Gold Winner: Best of Year Design in the Shopping Category in the 2021 Golden Bridge Awards

• Bronze Winner in Innovation in Shopping or e-Commerce Apps in the 2021 Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards

• Platinum Winner in the Mobile and Web-Based Technology Category in the 2021 Hermes Creative Awards

• Platinum Award winner in the 2021 MARCOM Awards for Digital Media | Mobile App/Web for Business

• THE DIGITAL LIBRARY where you can access exclusive and rank specific QNET content.

• THE QNET WEBILEARN where you can check out live training schedules and register to attend QNET trainings where you can learn about QNET’s products, services, Compensation Plan, Virtual Office and Policies & Procedures in greater detail. In addition, you will get special business tips, and marketing and selling strategies from our experts.

• THE QNETPRO ONLINE CERTIFICATION PROGRAMME where you can learn about professional marketing practices from industry experts and through fun, bite-sized information. You will also receive your very own QNETPRO Professional Marketing certificate when you pass the online exam.

The Learning Lab is a mobile app exclusive feature that you will not find in any other QNET platforms.

TRAINING AND BUSINESS TOOLS

At QNET, we provide our distributors with a wide range of tools to help you understand the business, our products and professional practices.

Available in your Virtual Office, these tools include:

• Starter Kit

• Company Profile

• Product Guides

• Product Videos

• Product Presentations

• Business Presentations

• Policies & Procedures (P&P)

• Compensation Plan Presentations

PRODUCT TRAINING EVENTS AND TRAINING PROGRAMMES

One of the most important aspects of a direct selling business is the ability to educate, inform and inspire our people. Supporting QNET in this endeavour is The V, an organisation that represents the voice of our network of Distributors. The V provides on-ground engagement across different regions, conceptualises and manages training programmes, events and conventions.

Main programmes by The V include:

Understanding a product is essential to being able to successfully sell and promote it. QNET conducts regular, intensive, and valuable product training programmes around the world, with experts on hand to answer any questions to help Distributors fully understand the products they are using and promoting to others.

Our experienced Product Training Team also disseminates informative presentations to Distributors to keep them abreast of the latest product information and resources. Our product trainers have adapted to travel restrictions by taking their training programmes online and using social media and other digital tools to share knowledge.

QNET uses webinars, Facebook and Instagram Live sessions, social media Q&A, Zoom video interviews with experts and much more to help our global community of distributors turn into product experts themselves.

TECHNOLOGY-POWERED BUSINESS

QNET was one of the first direct selling companies to go digital in 1998, paving the way for the e-commerce revolution that has since shaped the direct selling industry in many parts of the world. Today, we continue to adopt and innovate new technologies to meet the ever-changing needs of the business and support our growing community of distributors and customers worldwide.

The beauty of the QNET business is that it is borderless. Thanks to QNET’s powerful e-Commerce platform that provides Distributors with everything they need to help them manage their business on our digital platforms.

The QNET website, www.qnet.net, is a highly visited platform that serves as the gateway to our Virtual Office. Available in multiple languages, it provides comprehensive information about QNET, its products and services, policies and procedures, and Code of Ethics. With a user-friendly interface, the website offers a seamless browsing experience for Distributors, prospects, and the general public. It serves as a central hub for accessing resources, staying updated on news and events, and supporting Distributors in their business endeavours.

The Virtual Office is packed with marketing materials, training tools, exclusive QNET updates, support tools and many other functions that you need to build and grow your business.

Our exclusive e-Store is home to over 30 brands of QNET’s high-quality, life-enhancing products that are designed and created to help you live a healthier, more holistic lifestyle allowing you to take care of your family and your personal aspirations.

FASTER. BETTER. SAFER.

QNET has partnered with Microsoft to drive significant digital transformation on our IT infrastructure. Now powered by state-of-the-art technology solutions from the tech giant, our platform brings seamless customer experience to a new level through a robust and flexible digital environment where you can do your business without worrying about security.

Here are some of the benefits that come with our Microsoft partnership and our enhanced e-commerce platform:

• No Downtime - Say hi to a more stable and efficient online experience. Whether you are on the Virtual Office, e-Store, or QNET website, no downtime will affect your browsing or hamper your business transactions no matter the time of the day.

• Airtight Online Security - With end-to-end Microsoft security systems in place, we can readily detect potential breaches and eliminate online threats 24/7. Shop your favourites and run your business in one of the most secure digital spaces in the industry.

• Intuitive User Interface - Know where to go when browsing our site or using our powerful backend tools. Our user-friendly interface lets you easily navigate the platform and helps familiarise new users with essential processes.

DIGITAL ASSETS

A wealth of information about QNET, our products, and the business opportunity through over 60 online platforms.

QBuzz

QNET’s Official Blog, QBuzz is an indispensable resource for those who want to understand the QNET business. It is a multilingual multimedia platform that hosts exclusive content, exploring the life-enhancing benefits of QNET’s products and services. QBuzz also provides answers to the most pressing questions about direct selling and offers features designed to help navigate the QNET world with ease, including the QNET Podcast, IR Toolkit, QNET Lexicon, and AI-powered text-to-speech. Additionally, QNET’s official blog, QBUZZ, is available in 7 languages across 7 regions, delivering the latest news, product highlights, and event updates to Distributors worldwide.

Social Media

Enhance your connection with QNET through our extensive social media presence, spanning over 50 channels in 9 languages. Join us on popular platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, Telegram, and many more, where you can actively engage with us and stay updated on the latest news, product launches, events, and inspiring stories.

QNET Social Media Tool Kit

The QNET Social Media Toolkit is a valuable resource for QNET professionals, offering tips on how to boost their business’s online presence through social media. It provides links to templates and other digital assets that they can use to create their own content, along with expert advice and step-by-step guides on harnessing the power of social media for their direct selling business.

vtube is an online video sharing platform dedicated to direct selling.

From inspiring stories and exclusive V-Convention content to announcements, product reviews, and more, vtube houses hundreds of online videos that serve as great training tools to help one achieve success in network marketing. vtube is accessible on desktops, laptops, tablets, and via mobile through the vtube app available from the Google Play Store or App Store. Connect with Distributors from all over the world through vtube!

Features:

• 24/7 access to video library

• Multilingual subtitle options: English, Arabic, Bahasa-Indonesian, Farsi, French, Kurdish, Russian, Sinhala, Tamil, Turkish, Vietnamese

• Create your own channel

• Create a playlist

• Upload unlimited number of videos

• Publish video settings (Public or Private)

• Option to allow, disable, or approve comments on your videos

• Earn activity points to redeem products on VShoppe

THE QNET COMMITMENT

HELPING DISTRIBUTORS BUILD A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS

We are the pioneers and the voice for the direct selling industry in many emerging economies and we take that responsibility seriously. Our mission is to educate, inform and train our Distributors to uphold the highest standards in conducting their business. As aspiring entrepreneurs, they are not just building their direct selling business; they are leading a wave of change.

In an industry that has often been wrongly associated with unrelated, unsustainable marketing schemes and has been misunderstood due to a lack of legal framework in some countries, QNET strives to be a beacon of transparency and legitimacy.

We promote a strict Code of Ethics and Policies and Procedures that serve as a guide to our Distributors in always practising a consistent and professional attitude. Our pledge is to contribute to the growth of the direct selling industry by developing smart, professional distributors who can serve as role models to others.

To support our growing network of distributors in building a professional and sustainable business, we have established a programme called QNETPRO.

Under QNETPRO, we conduct regular in-person, online seminars, create awareness through social media campaigns and videos, provide educational materials through online and offline channels, and help instil in our distributors a sense of pride for being at the forefront of a thriving industry.

Our aim is to help every Distributor of QNET build a sustainable business that stands the test of time.

LOGISTICS

With e-commerce fueling the growth of our business globally, QNET recognises the importance of enabling a seamless product fulfilment operation. QNET’s products are shipped from four international business hubs serving specific regions/countries, comprising over 60,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space. Our warehouses are supported by an advanced warehouse management system (SAP) and ship approximately 50,000 products per month to more than 100 countries worldwide. In addition, our value-added operations include 100% quality checks for inbound and outbound shipments. Information from QNET’s Integrated Logistics System is synced into the Virtual Office of all Distributors, allowing them to track their shipment online in real time. QNET also engages approximately 40 stockists around the globe to assist customers with their product pick-ups at the nearest location.

At QNET, we are committed to empowering people to take charge of their future and lead better lives.

Financial inclusion is important for reducing poverty and promoting inclusive economic growth. It is not the final goal, but a way to achieve positive outcomes. Research demonstrates that when people have access to financial services, they can improve their lives in various ways. They can start and grow businesses, invest in education, manage risks, and handle unexpected financial challenges more effectively.

Through FinGreen, we are dedicated to addressing the financial knowledge gaps faced by young people and women, primarily through education and training. This program aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and the Addis Ababa Action Agenda. It operates based on three core pillars: assess, train, and advocate.

With a train-the-trainer approach, FinGreen empowers participants to become Financial Literacy Champions, enabling them to educate other community members. Since its launch in 2022, the program has already made a significant impact. Over 700 individuals in Nigeria and Turkey have benefited from FinGreen, equipping them with the skills, habits, and attitudes necessary to make informed financial decisions and achieve their financial goals.

We are excited about the progress we have made so far, and we look forward to expanding our efforts and reaching even more individuals through FinGreen in the future.

QNET recognises the crucial role that forests play in the livelihoods, ecology, culture, and health of the communities in which we operate. Forests support over 80% of the world’s land species and safeguard 75% of our freshwater resources. They also help mitigate natural disasters like floods and landslides, and more than 1.6 billion people rely on forests for their income. The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG) emphasize the importance of reforestation and sustainable forest management in combating climate change.

However, reforesting land comes with its challenges. Converting land back into forests can potentially impact food and energy production. That’s why QNET is initiating a programme on responsible and sustainable reforestation and its implications for the communities in which we operate.

QNET’s Green Legacy, our global reforestation programme, was launched in 2021. In the initial phase, we successfully planted 3,000 saplings in Kenya, the Philippines, and the United Arab Emirates. Since then, we have contributed to reforestation efforts in Bali, Algeria, Turkey, and have more projects planned for other communities in the future. We have planted a total of 7,000 trees so far, and we are excited to continue our efforts in planting more.

Our commitment to the QNET Green Legacy programme reflects our dedication to preserving and restoring our planet’s forests.

QNET’S SPIRIT LIES IN RYTHM

RYTHM Foundation invests in communities we are part of through strategic partnerships, community service, and employee volunteering

EDUCATION

Education is the catalyst for social transformation, and all children deserve equal access and opportunity to learning and knowledge to unlock their potential.

QNET CARES

QNET is bound together by the concept of RYTHM – Raise Yourself to Help Mankind. This is our purpose. Our Founders have always advocated the need to work towards a goal beyond financial success; to make a positive impact and a lasting change. This is the driving force of the RYTHM Foundation, the social impact initiative of the QI Group.

RYTHM Foundation invests in communities across the globe through strategic partnerships, employee volunteering and community service. The Foundation is guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) in our mission to achieve a better and sustainable future for all.

All our projects are anchored in the following UN SDGs

EMPOWERMENT

Community development is crucial for upscaling the social and economic status of rural communities and other disadvantaged segments of society.

ENVIRONMENT

For every product purchased from QNET, a part of the proceeds is donated to RYTHM Foundation to support grassroots projects in many of QNET’s key markets to help bring about sustainable change in local communities. We are also very proud of our customers and Distributors who embody the spirit of RYTHM and pay it forward by supporting underserved communities in their countries.

A flagship project of the Foundation is the Taarana School for children with special needs in Malaysia that provides much-needed support to differently-abled children and their families. QNET employees and Distributors actively help with fundraising for the school, and many employees also make contributions on special occasions, such as personal birthdays and anniversaries.

Sustainability is important for environmental, social, and economic reasons. It is at the heart of everything we do at the Foundation for a better world.

Initiatives

Empowering lives & transforming communities around the world

AFRICA

1 GHANA

• Cape Coast

The ANOPA Project

Sports interventions – swimming, football, and basketball – for personal development, gender equity, and inclusion among children with visual and hearing loss. Impact: 300 children enrolled in school; 382 parents and peers sensitised; 14 children selected to participate in the World Deaf Swimming Championships.

2 TANZANIA

• Muwimbi Village

Water for Africa

The Footprint Project, a sustainable farming project, enabled communities to fund water wells and grow avocados and macadamia nuts. Impact: 500 seedlings planted; 40 acres of fertile land cultivated; 28 villagers trained in sustainable agriculture practices.

SOUTH ASIA

3 INDIA

• Maharashtra

Mann Deshi Foundation

Support for young female athletes to achieve financial independence through sports training and capacity building for employability, specifically law enforcement.

Impact: 842 girls empowered through various programmes; 30 women employed in law enforcement; 5 youth development centres established.

• Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Uttarakhand & Tamil Nadu

Manava Seva Dharma Samvardhani Trust

Social entrepreneurs nurtured through access to education, skills, and various income opportunities in ecological restoration and social ventures.

Impact: 15,000 trees planted; 25 transgender people started on businesses; 3 social entrepreneurs empowered

• Odisha, Jharkhand & Bihar

Parinaama Development Foundation

Economic empowerment project equipping rural women with skills training, capacitybuilding, and upskilling interventions for microenterprise set-ups. Impact: 10,000 women empowered; 1,646 women trained and provided resources; 30 beneficiaries received grants to start microenterprises.

• Meghalaya

Global Himalayan Expedition

Energy access to several communities in this remote region for the first time. It also involved installing solar panels for a primary healthcare centre. Impact: electricity access in 3 villages; power for 430 villagers; 23,000 people benefited from the solar-powered healthcare facility.

4 NEPAL

• Raksirang, Makawanpur District

National Forum for Advocacy (NAFAN)

Ongoing project to engage, educate, and empower indigenous villagers and children to enhance their basic social transformation skills and knowledge. Impact: 250 beneficiaries over 3 years (until 2024); enrolling 99% of children in school within 2 years; 60% attending school regularly by the 3rd year.

5 SRI LANKA

• Jaffna & Kilinochchi

Sarvodaya

An entrepreneurship development programme to help youth and women from underserved communities earn a livelihood. Impact: 840 people trained in skills, leadership, and entrepreneurship; 200 youths completed training; 4 districts impacted by women’s empowerment.

• Mullaitivu & Trincomalee

LEADS

Awareness programmes, preschool teacher training, and livelihood support measures amid Covid-19 and political-economic crisis. Impact: 918 students joined the consciousness awareness programme; 26 teachers trained in child rights and protection; 53 families received livelihood support.

• Kandy

Women’s Development Centre

Community-based rehab and social inclusion programme supporting youths’ right to education and medical care. It also provided training for the inclusion and sustainable development of disabled youths. Impact: 416 children and youths rehabilitated; 38 volunteers completed rehabilitation services training; 11 rehabilitation centres established.

SOUTHEAST ASIA

6 THAILAND

• Chonburi Province

ASA Foundation

A three-year programme combining the power of education and sports to drive social change in rural communities. Impact: 60 women trained as facilitators; 10,000 disadvantaged women and girls geared toward positive change.

7 MALAYSIA

• Nationwide Maharani Programme, Project Impact, Project Insaniah & Jaguh RF

Social intervention and education enablement programmes to empower boys and girls from low-income families toward a better future.

Impact: Over 10,000 adolescents (and counting) guided, mentored, and trained in various academic, sports, and skills development initiatives.

• Sabah Community Adoption Programme (Good Shepherd Services)

Initiative to improve the education and socioeconomic livelihoods of 3 indigenous communities through academic support for primary students, youth empowerment through ecotourism, and skills training to empower women. Impact: academic support for 150 students; 3 ecotourism initiatives started; 3 community enterprises established.

• Pehang Community Adoption Programme (ECOMY)

‘Sekulah Bateq’ (Bateq School) established in Orang

Asli village of Kampung Kuala Atok to educate 50 children and provide villagers better socioeconomic livelihoods: Impact: 29 children transitioned to mainstream school; women taught handicraft-making; ongoing joint efforts to provide villagers with citizenship documents

• Perak, Selangor, Negril Sembilan & Kedah

Development of Human Resources for Rural Areas (DHRRA)

This collaboration focused on education resource support for stateless children and awareness and other active efforts to enrol them in schools. Impact: 3,000 guidebooks distributed to stakeholders; 429 students received levy fee support; 390 children enrolled in schools.

• Selangor

Persatuan Penduduk Petaling Jaya (MyPJ)

Enhancing the livelihood of 300 residents of an urban slum community through regular development initiatives. Impact: 155 youths attended online tuition classes; 64 beneficiaries joined empowerment workshops; 156 students attended coding classes.

8 INDONESIA

• Subang, West Java & Tangerang, Banten

ASA Foundation

Education through sports for youths, exposing beneficiaries to life skills, health education, gender equality and social inclusion. Impact: 25,000 youths across Indonesia; 9,710 students educated and empowered; 36 individuals trained as facilitators.

QNET AND SPORTS

QNET has supported different types of sports through the years, not just because it helps us share our brand with a wider audience, but also because we recognise the similarities between sports and entrepreneurship.

In 2014, QNET securely marked its place in the sports world with its historic move into the realm of football, the world’s most-watched sport.

Football is a passion, a way of life, a religion for many. It’s an all-engulfing game that has you on your toes, biting your nails the entire 90 minutes, wrapped up in the tension of hoping your team will score. It’s an indescribable experience, cheering for your team, singing the anthem you cherish, wearing the shirt of the team you have supported for as long as you can remember.

QNET’s role as the Official Direct Selling Partner of Manchester City Football Club is its most high-profile sports sponsorship ever. In 2018, QNET became the first sleeve partner of the Manchester City Women’s Football Club for the Women’s Super League 1.

QNET AND MANCHESTER CITY A LEAGUE OF ITS OWN

Man City’s journey to the top has been one of commitment, focus, and teamwork – traits that we admire and endorse at QNET. Throughout our partnership, Manchester City’s triumphs have been awe-inspiring, with their crowning achievement being the historic treble win in 2023. The team’s extraordinary feat, clinching victory in three prestigious competitions – the Premier League, the FA Cup, and the Champions League - captured the imagination of football enthusiasts worldwide and etched an indelible mark in the annals of sporting history.

Manchester City’s focus on giving back to the community through football mirrors our own philosophy of RYTHM (Raise Yourself To Help Mankind), through which we seek to empower people to better their lives and help others do the same. Through this partnership, QNET’s goal is to link the excitement of football and the passion of the fans to the thrill of direct selling and the drive of QNET’s Distributors.

THE CONFEDERATION OF AFRICAN FOOTBALL — A NEW ERA BEGINS

The year 2022 has been a historic one for African football, with a team from the continent reaching the semi-finals of the World Cup for the very first time. We at QNET are honoured to have played a part in this remarkable achievement through our partnership with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) which began in 2018.

As a company that is deeply committed to supporting sports and fostering positive change in communities, our partnership with CAF has been a natural fit. Through our support of the Champions League, Confederation Cup and Super Cup, we have helped shine a spotlight on the immense talent and potential of African football.

At QNET, we believe that sports can inspire greatness, build character, and bring people together in a spirit of unity and friendship. Our partnership with CAF reflects our shared commitment to these values, and we are thrilled to have played a role in the success of African football on the world stage. Together with CAF, we look forward to continuing to support and celebrate the incredible talent and potential of African football.

CHETAN KORADA

DRIVING ON THE FAST LANE

Chetan Korada is Asia’s first motorsports driver with prosthetic feet to race professionally and to have won a championship. Due to a birth deformity when he was a newborn, Chetan underwent bilateral amputation from the ankles down. Early in life, he accepted the fact that prosthetics were an integral part of his existence. This realisation helped him quickly adapt to the world around him and he went on to pursue his dream of becoming a professional motorsports racer. He is the only differently-abled driver in the world to be driving a non-modified race car.

Chetan has been racing professionally since 2007 and has participated in and won several Championships. He has worked with teams such as WSRF (Wallace Sports Research Foundation), Rams Racing and Meco Motorsports in the past. He finished as the runner-up in MRF FMSCI National Championship 2015 (Formula LGB 1300) and Second Runner-Up in MRF FMSCI National Racing Championship 2017.

QNET has been supporting Chetan since 2009. His extraordinary passion and never-say-never spirit caught the attention of QNET that has always believed in building champions. Chetan’s impressive achievements in motorsport coupled with his multiple talents as an entrepreneur and motivational speakers make him a perfect role model for young people from ordinary families. He is someone who embodies the tenet – if you put your mind to it, anything is possible.

QNET currently supports Chetan in his latest venture, Quest Motorsports, a training academy which aims to nurture the next generation of racing champions.

QNET AND THE MALAYSIAN HOCKEY CONFEDERATION LEADING THE NATION’S HOCKEY REVOLUTION

Hockey has been a popular sport in Malaysia for many years, and has the second largest following of any team sport in the country. The game is played in schools and universities all over Malaysia and the country hosts a number of national and regional events dedicated to Hockey. The Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC), the governing body of the sport, and the top-flight league in the country has been using the game to promote youth and community development programmes in Malaysia for many years. QNET has been a Strategic Partner of the MHC since 2014.

The QNET brand is proudly displayed on the sleeves of the Malaysian National Team in all international tournaments, including the World Cup, Asian Games and Commonwealth Games.

QNET is also the Official Sponsor of the Selangor Hockey League, one of Malaysia’s top domestic competitions.

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