The Direct Selling Association (DSA) is the national trade association of the leading firms that manufacture and distribute goods and services sold directly to consumers. More than 200 companies are members of the association, including many well-known brand names.

The Association's mission is "To protect, serve and promote the effectiveness of member companies and the independent business people they represent. To ensure that the marketing by member companies of products and/or the direct sales opportunity is conducted with the highest level of business ethics and service to consumers."

The Multi-Level Marketing International Association (MLMIA), is "The Association for Network Marketing - Worldwide." A professionally managed not for profit trade organization, it is strongly committed to the advancement of the rapidly growing Network Marketing industry. Founded and managed since 1985 by highly experienced and successful Network Marketers, MLMIA focuses its efforts specifically on the protection, support and promotion of the individual opportunities and entrepreneurial aspects of the Network Marketing/Multi-Level Marketing/Direct Sales industry. From ongoing networking opportunities to high-powered government affairs committees, MLMIA insures that its members are represented by skilled, well connected professionals in the Network Marketing industry.

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