ACHIEVE™ Magazine from Amway North America (formerly Quixtar)

Think of what business was like 10 years ago. Back then, fax machines were considered leading edge and the letter "e" had yet to append itself to mail, toys or commerce.

Now, fast-forward to the present; the differences between '91 and '01 are incredible. In that brief time span, a slew of new companies, new communications and new business models emerged―and did so at a pace that continues to race faster and faster. It was a tumultuous decade where many bubbles burst, yet where some innovative ideas took root, took hold and took off.

One of those innovations? Combining the high tech of e-commerce with the high touch of the Independent Business Ownership Plan. And the innovator? Your IBOA International Board.

The Board of the Independent Business Owners Association International is a dynamic collection of entrepreneurs, with a long-time commitment to generating innovative ideas while protecting and strengthening the integrity of this business.

The Board meets regularly throughout the year and is structured into different committees to address the broad array of issues that affect this business. At its most recent meeting in March, discussions and recommendations covered a variety of topics, including:

• The 2001-02 Sales Incentive Program

• Improvements to the Amway Global Web site

• Enhancement to communications

• Changes to the Rules of Conduct

• Investigating new technologies

• Potential and existing products and services

Your ideas and suggestions concerning these topics—about any facet of the business—are important. The IBOA International Board is your voice in the business and it wants to hear from you. To communicate directly, e-mail the Board at iboai@iboai.com. You can also visit the IBOA International Web site at www.iboai.com.

Your IBOA International Board—committed to ensuring this business remains in the forefront of innovation and integrity.