Herbalife members are in D.C. to discuss the transformative impact the company has on their lives
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Today, a group of independent members from Herbalife (NYSE: HLF), a global nutrition company, will be in Washington, D.C., to educate their congressional representatives about the positive impact the company has on their lives. Representing 550,000 independent Herbalife members from across the country, the 12 fly-in participants are traveling to Washington, D.C., from Texas, South Carolina, Alabama, Oregon and Wisconsin.
“I’m excited for the opportunity to visit our nation’s capital and share my Herbalife journey with members of Congress,” said Andres Gaspar, an Herbalife member from Alabama. “Being able to speak with government officials about my personal transformation – from living an unhealthy life to understanding how to maintain a fit and healthy lifestyle – is an amazing opportunity.”
The Herbalife members are in Washington, D.C., to talk about the benefits of Herbalife’s science-based nutrition products. Members will also be sharing their own experiences and the income-generating opportunities available to Herbalife members through hard-work and dedication.
“Our Herbalife members are excited to share their stories and the ways the company and products have empowered them to live healthier lives and help their friends and neighbors do the same. We are thankful that these members are taking the time out of their busy lives to come to Washington, D.C., and educate members of Congress about our company,” said Ibi Fleming, senior vice president and managing director for Herbalife’s North American region. “Herbalife helps our members achieve healthy, active lifestyles. The passion that our members have for our company comes from their personal experiences reaching their goals – whether fitness, financial or both.”
The 35-year-old global nutrition company employs more than 7,400 people globally and has 550,000 members across all 50 states and 4 million members globally. Of the states represented by the fly-in participants, Herbalife has:
- Over 71,000 members in Texas
- Over 2,880 members in South Carolina
- Over 2,700 members in Alabama
- Over 4,550 members in Oregon
- Over 9,260 members in Wisconsin
About Herbalife:
Herbalife is a global nutrition company that has been changing people's lives with great products since 1980. Our nutrition, weight-management, energy and fitness and personal care products are available exclusively to and through dedicated Independent Herbalife Members in more than 90 countries. We are committed to fighting the worldwide problems of poor nutrition and obesity by offering high-quality products, one-on-one coaching with a Herbalife Member and a community that inspires customers to live a healthy, active life. We support the Herbalife Family Foundation (HFF) and its Casa Herbalife programs to help bring good nutrition to children in need. We also sponsor more than 250 world-class athletes, teams and events around the globe, including Cristiano Ronaldo, the LA Galaxy and champions in many other sports.
The company has over 7,400 employees worldwide, and its shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HLF) with net sales of $5 billion in 2014. To learn more visit iamherbalife.com.
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Herbalife Media Contact:
Michael Gutierrez, 213-745-0401
michaelgu@herbalife.com
Source: Herbalife
Released Jul 22, 2015 • 10:59am EDT