Here’s my list of of multi-level marketing businesses in New Zealand. If you know one that isn’t on the list, please add it to the comments below. The terms most commonly used are:
- Multi-Level Marketing
- Multi-Level Selling
- Network Marketing
- Binary System
- Party Plan Direct Selling
Multi-Level Marketing Businesses in New Zealand:
This list of NZ businesses are legitimate (and legal) MLM businesses. Profit sharing occurs when products are consumed and members are encouraged to grow the network by getting their friends to set up their own business units.
- Agel International (MLM. Supplements + Skincare)
- ACN Pacific Pty Ltd (MLM. Telecommunications)
- Aim New Zealand (MLM. Health)
- Amway of New Zealand (MLM. Various)
- Biopro Technology Australasia (MLM. Bullshit)
- Freelife International Australia Pty Ltd (MLM. Supplements)
- GNLD International New Zealand (MLM. Various)
- Herbalife (NZ) Ltd (MLM. Supplements + Skincare)
- Homecare Direct Shopping Ltd (MLM/Direct. Household + Gifts)
- Lifeforce Australasia Pty Ltd (MLM. Supplements)
- 4life (MLM. Supplements)
- Mannatech New Zealand (MLM. Supplements)
- Natures Sunshine Products (NZ) Ltd (MLM. Health Products)
- New Image International Ltd (MLM. Supplements)
- Nikken (MLM. Supplements)
- Nu Skin (NZ) Inc (MLM. Health + Beauty + Supplements)
- Pro-Ma Systems (NZ) Ltd (Party Plan/MLM. Various)
- Phoenix Trading Ltd (MLM. Gift cards + Ribbon + Wrapping Paper)
- Reliv New Zealand (MLM. Supplements)
- STEMtech New Zealand Ltd (MLM. Supplements)
- Tahitian Noni International NZ Limited (MLM. Noni Juice)
- USANA New Zealand Limited (MLM. Supplements)
- Club Prenzel (MLM. Gourmet Food & Beverage)
Party Plan Direct Selling Businesses in New Zealand
This list of businesses are legitimate (and legal) where a host holds a “party” for friends and friends of friends. The host earns a commission on the items they sell.
- A & S Fashions (Party Plan. Clothing)
- Atise Limited (Party Plan. Candles, Fragrances)
- Creative Memories Ltd (Party Plan. Photo Albums)
- Emma Page Jewellery (Party Plan. Jewellery)
- ENJO New Zealand Ltd (Party Plan. Cleaning products)
- Esteem Jewellery Ltd (Party Plan. Jewellery)
- Intimo Lingerie (Party Plan. Lingerie)
- Le Reve New Zealand Ltd (Party Plan. Perfume + Aromatherapy)
- Mary Kay Cosmetics Ltd (Party Plan. Skincare)
- Nutrimetics International (NZ) Ltd (Party Plan. Skincare + Cleaning Products)
- Oriental International Trade (NZ) Co Ltd (Party Plan. Health Products)
- Pro-Ma Systems (NZ) Ltd (Party Plan/MLM. Various)
- Totally Organised Ltd (Party Plan. Stationery)
- Tupperware New Zealand (Party Plan. Plasticware)
- Undercoverwear Lingerie Parties (Party Plan. Lingerie)
- Adorabella Jewellery (Party Plan. Jewellery)
- Whitehot Jewellery Ltd (Party Plan. Jewellery)
- LinenParties.com (Lorraine Lea Linen. Party Plan. Linen)
- StampinUp.com (Party Plan. Scrapbooking)
- YouniqueProducts.com (Party Plan. Cosmetics)
Direct Selling Businesses in New Zealand
Members of these businesses earn commissions on the products they sell door to door and to friends.
- Avon Cosmetics New Zealand Ltd (Direct)
- Home Direct Ltd (Direct. Manchester + Clothing)
- Homecare Direct Shopping Ltd (MLM/Direct. Household + Gifts)
- Lux Sales and Service (Direct. Vacuum Cleaners)
- NZ Natural Therapy Ltd (Direct. Therapeutic Beds & Chairs)
- Club Prenzel (Direct. Gourmet Food & Beverage)
Illegal Pyramid Selling Schemes To Stay Away From
Unless you get in really early, stay away from the following pyramid schemes. (My little joke). Many of these businesses have been prosecuted by the NZ Commerce Commission
- Skybiz (Prosecuted 2005)
- Infinity Concierge NZ Limited (Prosecuted 2003)
- Alpha Club New Zealand Limited (Prosecuted 2003)
- Net Guard (New Zealand) Limited (Prosecuted 2002)
- Focus International Credit Card Plan (Prosecuted 2000)
- World Net International Inc (Prosecuted 2000)
- Maximus Intermediaries Limited (Prosecuted 2000)
- Black Magic (Prosecuted 1997)
How big is the multi-level marketing industry in NZ?
- 121,000 New Zealanders are involved distributors, agents or salespeople of the organisations below (Source)
- Another 400+ are full time employees based in NZ
- Sales in each category for 2009:
- Personal Care Products $79,433,909
- Household Products $28,539,237
- Nutritional Products $58,718,978
- Foodstuffs & Food Products $3,869,414
- Clothing $22,969,360
- Manchester $5,036,499
- Jewellery & Fashion Products $10,893,112
- Services $3,900,000
- Other $19,300,770
More Resources
- Distinction between pyramid selling and MLM provided by the NZ Commerce Commission
- Advice from the Direct Marketing Association of New Zealand about Multi-level Marketing and Pyramid Schemes
| A & S Fashions (Party Plan) |
| Agel International (MLM) |
| ACN Pacific Pty Ltd (MLM) |
| Aim New Zealand (MLM) |
| Amway of New Zealand (MLM) |
| Atise Limited (Party Plan) |
| Avon Cosmetics New Zealand Ltd (Direct ) |
| Biopro Technology Australasia (MLM) |
| Creative Memories Ltd (Party Plan) |
| Emma Page Jewellery (Party Plan) |
| ENJO New Zealand Ltd (Party Plan) |
| Esteem Jewellery Ltd (Party Plan) |
| Flo2cash Limited (Payment processing systems ) |
| Freelife International Australia Pty Ltd (MLM) |
| GNLD International New Zealand (MLM) |
| Herbalife (NZ) Ltd (MLM) |
| Home Direct Ltd (Direct ) |
| Homecare Direct Shopping Ltd (MLM/Direct ) |
| Intimo Lingerie (Party Plan) |
| Ludbrook Reseach International (Education & Training Services ) |
| Lê Reve New Zealand Ltd (Party Plan) |
| Lifeforce Australasia Pty Ltd (MLM) |
| 4life (MLM) |
| Lux Sales and Service (Direct ) |
| Mannatech New Zealand (MLM ) |
| Mary Kay Cosmetics Ltd (Party Plan) |
| Natures Sunshine Products (NZ) Ltd (MLM) |
| New Image International Ltd (MLM) |
| NZ Natural Therapy Ltd (Direct ) |
| Nikken (MLM) |
| Nu Skin (NZ) Inc (NSE) (MLM) |
| Nutrimetics International (NZ) Ltd (Party Plan) |
| Oriental International Trade (NZ) Co Ltd (Party Plan) |
| Pro-Ma Systems (NZ) Ltd (Party Plan/MLM ) |
| Phoenix Trading Ltd (MLM) |
| Reliv New Zealand (MLM) |
| Robert Forbes & Associates (Regulatory Advice -Therapeutics ) |
| Ross Ruff (Awarded for Service to DSA ) |
| Simpson Grierson (Legal Advice & Services ) |
| STEMtech New Zealand Ltd (MLM) |
| Stewart Stein (Awarded for Service to DSA ) |
| Tahitian Noni International NZ Limited (MLM) |
| Totally Organised Ltd (Party Plan) |
| Tupperware New Zealand (Party Plan) |
| The Graphic Cafe (Design Services ) |
| The Party Plan Expert (Expert Advice on Party Plans ) |
| Undercoverwear Lingerie Parties (Party Plan) |
| USANA New Zealand Limited (MLM) |
Hi – Could you please list my business Adorabella Jewellery to the list of Party Plan businesses. Many thanks.
Kind regards,
Sue
Yes. Done!
Hi – Could you please list my business Syntek Global to the list of Network Marketing businesses. Many thanks.
Kind regards,
No. This list is for New Zealand only.
Is now in New Zealand… check http://www.syntekglobal.com which soo many guys are making it in New Zealand.
In that case Freno give me the mobile numbers of 3 of them. I’d like to hear from them before I add it to the list.
is a great opportunity… if you are interested you can contact me @ [email protected] or the website given above…. or use this referral 17339 when signing up … be the first to plug the fruit in your hood…
There are two more Network Marketing companies you can add to this list now.
1. Polaris Global (Personal Development ecourse)
2. FamilyIQ (Parenting & Family Skills Programme)
Thanks Sally, I’ll take a look at those
polaris is just another scam the company was also known by another name i’d steer clear!
Yes, they are all scams taking advantage of desperate people, in particular woman.
yes i fully agree with you chris that the majority of things you find on the internet are scams and they like to target women, mothers and poor people and sadly alot of people get sucked in and end up losing money
Can you please add Smart Media Technologies to your network marketing list please.
It’s amazing and something worth taking a look at. Many thanks
No, sorry, it sounds terrible.
Get out now while you’ve still got the chance.
Hi Sheldon
Can you please list my business , Whitehot Jewellery , to the Party plan list
Many Thanks
Regards
Sharron
ok Sharron, done!
Thanks Sheldon
Hi there,
Another two to add:
Lorraine Lea -Party Plan, Linen. I went to a party a couple of weeks ago
http://www.linenparties.com/
Stampin’ Up! – Party Plan, Card Making & Scrapbooking Supplies. been in NZ for 4 years
hhtp://stampinup.co.nz
Cheers
Thanks Kelly, I’ll take a look at those
Hi – can you please add New Image International to the list of Multi Level Marketing companies. It is in the health and wellness field.
Cheers
Ngaire
Hi Ngaire, are you still involved with New Image International?
Can you please list my website – network marketing selling Natural weightloss products. thankyou Susie
Please add Talkfusion Inc as a accredited direct selling and mlm network marketing video communications provider to the NZ list Thanks.
awesome!
Monavie is one of the fastest MLM companies in history.
Have been in NZ since 2008-9.
For more info, can go to my website jtanz.mymonavie.com
Hi Jimmy, are you still involved with Monavie?
I see Rawleighs is not listed. Isn’t it MLM?
You tell me Jason
Hi Sheldon,
This is a great idea for a site – Thank you for providing the service – I will make sure I check out your sponsored ads before I leave.
I have a question – I am looking to get into a Home Based Business, I am not into the supplement thing so have narrowed it down to 3:
1. ACN Pacific PTY
2. Pro-Ma Systems
3. Home Care Direct
My goal with this is to plug in to a successful system and build a business. I am keen to work with people and am a big fan of the rags to riches tale. My purpose is to build a vehicle I can use to help guide myself first, and then others out of the rat race and into a lifestyle of choice.
With that goal in mind, can I ask, out of the 3 – which one would you go for and why?
Kindest Regards
Matt
Hi Matt
I saw your post here and thought I would add my two cents worth.
Firstly, it seems that the three companies you have narrowed down to are quite different. I have previously looked at ACN and while I think it is probably quite good, there is a lot of competition in this market.
The other two companies look okay too, but I do not know much about them except the Home Care Direct prices seem a little high when compared to the retail battles now happening.
When I looked at my options I went with Melaleuca which they claim is not a multi-level marketing business, but it is very very similar. They call it a consumer direct business as my customers buy online directly from Melaleuca – less administration for me that way.
The reasons I had for selecting this as a business was (1) they have consumable products which my network re-order each month, (2) the products are generally better quality and (3) the prices are competitive. These all mean that my customers keep ordering so I do not have to keep enrolling new customers and my cheques keep getting bigger.
It would be worth considering – you can read a little on my website too;
http://onlinebiz.co.nz/building-a-melaleuca-business/
You can email me if you wish; [email protected]
Hope this has been some help…
So Matt, it’s been a couple of weeks. Did you make a decision?
Hi Guys,
So far my decision has been pretty much made up for me. Only Pro-Ma got back to me so at present, I am just doing my research around this company. (Thank you for sharing your opportunity Stuart, I will be sure to check out your website)
The Pro-Ma opportunity looks good – there are pro’s and con’s most definitely:
I like the look of the system, the back office looks pretty good and the structure is reasonable. I am getting involved in this business to build a system that generates money for me while I sleep. I am not interested in creating a system that I must work at 24-7.
Pro-Ma looks to offer me that opportunity to build a genuine product based business that still rewards me for developing others that want to join in the opportunity.
The other thing that works is my partner is a hair dresser, so the skin care cosmetics will compliment her salon business nicely.
My concerns are that the company have been around for a long time and the network in NZ seems incredibly small. I get the impression that people are buying personal consumption only and not selling much retail.
I know of 1 person who speaks highly of Grace Cosmetics and the Pro-Ma system – nobody else I have asked has ever heard of them. There are no meetings, certainly in Auckland and I’m not sure if this is a good or a bad thing.
Keen to hear peoples thoughts – I have bought some sample packs to give out over christmas to get some product feedback – I’m thinking if the feedback is good I might buy a starter pack and give it a go early in the new year.
Looking forward to your comments
Matt
I was suggested network marketing by a life coach and thought tupperware would be perfect as It was no cash outlay, still people should be warned that it ended up costing me in the long run, with petrol, catelouges, ppl not following through on orders, etc etc,
I am a solo-mother and It put me off network marketing. I had been promised $100 tupperware for recruiting members, I recruited 2, received the first $100 but not the second, I quit as I couldn’t wait around just to collect the free gift etc as It was too stressful with study and work etc, I am now charged for the first? only works out less than what I owe on the kit but still, I am annoyed I am not entitled to the other 100 for recruiting the second, was also promised travel money to auckland for recruiting and only receieved $10 pathetic. I want others warned of such promises.
Hi Angle,
Yes I know how you feel, I was with Tupperware too. They don’t follow through or help you out at all, I gave that up as was spending a lot of money..Now how ever I am with Under Cover Wear, paper work is sent out every 10 parties you do only pay for catalogs, which is a set price every 10 parties, you are not forced to put money into it unless you want to, the money is good too. If you are interested get in touch and let me know. I love it.
I joined ACN in the states and found it as very high pressure to get your friends to come to a meeting and not telling them the company name or giving them any details. The cost to join is $499 US plus back office fees and you are encouraged to sign yourself up for 3 services like: mobile phone, home energy and home alarm services, etc. Luckily I saw through the staged high energy meetings and cancelled the membership and had lots of difficulty cancelling the energy service even though I was within my 3 day right of recission period. I would recommend to run away from this MLM as fast as you can – it strained some long-time friendships for me
Roger that, thanks for the warning Tim.
Hi I want to know what you think of the Shopnearnclub.com
From Gisborne, New Zealand. It is new and growing and a frequently asked question is , “Is this a scam” , I would love to hear your opinion, thanks.
Hi Terry – I have one of the largest teams in ShopNEarn. On our team website I have uploaded the legal opinion of specialist commercial lawyers. Here is the link http://tinyurl.com/mvm47ex I draw your attention to the last paragraph ‘…it is our opinion that the Shop N Earn Club is a legitimate business model.’ I hope that helps.
Just an update. The owners decided to close the ShopnEarn Club programme in favour of merging with the new Beepxtra.com loyalty card programme launched earlier this year. Beepxtra is going viral in 190 countries and FREE to join.
Hi I am an affiliate member with Empower Network. We sell pre-made blogging platforms for people wanting to make money online and as an affiliate we make money selling the marketing programmes. Our basic membership is US$25 a month and to be an affiliate member you pay $19.95 a month so that you can get paid 100% commissions on what you sell. I used to work as a Midwife in NZ and now do this from home instead, I can give you plenty of numbers of people in NZ making money with this.
Thanks Kylee but my lists are for NZ based MLM businesses with a significant NZ presence.
There’s a new MLM available to NZ from the states, it started growing in Levin Late March 2013, I’m 1st in Palmerston North to spread the word. It’s Javita weight loss coffee and Javita mind and energy coffee. 100% natural and herbal. there’s picture’s on my javita with Rosina Facebook page, would love to find a leader in NZ to help train us and to get this amazing product out, we need more drinker’s so we can get a centre build in NZ or Aussie.
Thanks Rosie but my lists are for NZ based MLM businesses with a significant NZ presence.
Hi, could you please look at http://www.dealpartner.vinnco.com/ and add it to your list? We’re currently launching globally and started in OZ and NZ Oct 2013. We network market more or less everything – not one particular brand – we have teamed up with massive companies such as Groupon and Amazon and Visa are in the process of giving us our vinnco Visa cards. One of the only companies to start up completely debt free and audited every quarter by none other than KPMG. Looking for people to get in on a massive opportunity for internet shopping. Thanks.
I’ll take a look CJ!
sorry for taking me too long a time to reply.
actually this are the numbers
Ariel Golan: 0211902327
John 0211111647
Perhaps you could add Forever Living Products and there is a new one, Q Sciences, with just a few distributors in NZ, but It looks like it is going to do well, as it is in US and Canada. Thanks for your consideration, This is a great resource, thanks!
Thanks Allan, I’ll take a look
Hi – have just been asked if I would like to become a distributor for Forever Living. Any feedback please?
Yes I have too. It’s a U.S. based company but they are apparently big in UK & Australia and only relatively new in N.Z. I would be interested to hear any feedback too please.
Hi Sheldon,
Could you please add Younique to your site, we have just launched in NZ and we are a natural mineral makeup company, my website is http://www.youniqueproducts.com/AngelaFeirclough
Thanks
Thanks Angie, I’ll take a look.
This is a new offshoot of a well established (25 years old) Kiwi company. I would be grateful if you would list Club Prenzel as a network marketing company, probably the only distillery network marketing company in the world! We make award winning gin, vodka, schnapps and a large variety of gourmet food products, all from our distillery in Marlborough.
Excellent Chris, great to hear from you, I’ll add you to the list in a moment.
Hello,
could you please add Qnet in your MLM businesses list.
This is a ompany with vision and touching many people’s life across the globe.
thanks a lot!
Aastha
I’ll check it out Aastha
Body by Vi is launching in New Zealand on October 15 2014. They are the #1 weight loss challenge in North America and has exploded everywhere. Could you add it ? I would love to get someone in New Zealand to start a team for me there . Check it out please.
http://www.townsend90day.myvi.net
I’ll have a look Kyle
Hi, younique is new to NZ and is very much the next best comestic and skin care direct sales company to arrive here. Thank you
My website http://www.befabulook.com
ok Brigitte
Hi, Isagenix (a fast growing health and wellness supplement company) is now in NZ, a great opportunity to get in early. I have been hearing very positive results from users of the products.
ok
It Works Global opens in New Zealand Nov 1st 2014 (MLM. Supplements + Skincare) Founded in 2001, It Works! is one of the fastest-growing consumer lifestyle direct sales companies. Inc. ranked It Works! No. 436 on its 500 list for 2013. The company is enjoying a 1047-percent growth over the past three years. It Works! debuted at No. 56 on the Direct Selling News Global 100, the annual industry ranking produced by Direct Selling News magazine. It Works! offers a variety of daily-use, instant-results products, including its signature and unique It Works! Wrap, a contouring product that can tighten, tone and firm any area of the body in just 45 minutes. The company currently offers 31 health and beauty products, and pays commissions to more than 60,000 independent distributors worldwide. Visit http://www.lovethewrap.com for additional information.
Thanks Greg/Stephanie
Hi – Can you please list my business Wrap Mum with It Works Global to the list of Direct Selling/Network Marketing businesses. Thank you ever so much.
Regards,
Sara Shand
http://www.facebook.com/wrapmum
Hi Sara, this list is just for NZ sites.
Could you please add my cosmetics company
to your party plan list. It is international in US/NZ/Australia/Canada/UK
Thanks
Thanks Tilly
Scentsy is launching in New Zealand on the 10th March 2015. If you would like some information on becoming a Scentsy consultant in New Zealand please visit:- http://www.thecandleboutique.co.uk/nz/scentsy-new-zealand.htmlinformation.
Jeunesse Global – Skin Care & Wellness Products
The Top Direct Selling Companies In The World 2015 – Ranked #36, Has been recognized for earning over 100mil in sales in one year.
Established in NZ and is part of the Direct Sales Association. Great company, well established globally & experiencing unprecedented growth after the release of “Instantly Agelesss” in November. Expected to launch in the 2nd quarter of this year (April-ish)
Thanks in advance,
Jennifer
I am an It Works Distributor, selling body wraps, skin care products and health supplements
Is It Works on NZ’s direct selling list??
Scentsy has launched in New Zealand. Contact me on Facebook Donna Wilkinson and Scentsy to get more information on attending a free seminar in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, or Christchurch. I will be in New Zealand to meet with you personally on the 24th of March until April 3rd. Spots are filling up fast to contact me asap.
Can you please add Secret Suitcase Ltd to your Party Plan Direct Selling list. We sell Romantic Lingerie and Adult Novelties(R18) Only in New Zealand.
Many thanks
Tasha
Director
Hi,
Please add Utoken New Zealand for http://www.utokennz.com. We have over 400,000 members world wide, over 25 people earning more then $1000000 per month, and at this stage Utoken members receive the highest compensation of all MLM companies.
We believe exchanging your time for a set wage is an obsolete idea and want to have all our members free from this concept and able to use Utoken to achieve that. We provide constant and never ending support to all our members.
Cheers,
Sam
Hi, I’m a Forever Living Business Owner, great things in store for these amazing quality products here in NZ. I’ve been using them for 10 years my whole families health has benefited from using them.
Many thanks
Hannah
forever new zealand
I am a Jeunesse Global Distributor, Selling Skincare and Wellness Products.
Jeunesse is the No. 1 Fastest Growing DSA Company on the Inc. 500 and has only been in New Zealand for a short time but is growing fast, Come join the Dream Team today
Check Out My Facebook Page Here:
https://www.facebook.com/BetterPlanBetterFutureYouCanDoIT
Thanks
Kris
Hi Sheldon,
Great resource with a few updates…
Esteem went bust a while ago.
Trading here are Isagenix, Forever Living and Jeunesse.
Cheers
Ed
ah! Thanks for the update Ed
Hi there.
Could you please add YOR Health to the list. we are building teams in NZ with a few reps working on the ground.
I have attached the website and we are registered with the DSA and DSAA.
Hi Bronwyn, I’ll take a look