Herbalife

Herbalife is a global direct-selling nutrition company founded in 1980 by Mark Hughes. It has grown from selling weight management products out of a car in Los Angeles to a multibillion-dollar enterprise operating in over 90 countries. Herbalife employs around 9,900 people and has a network of approximately 4.5 million independent distributors and members. The company aims to improve nutritional habits worldwide and offers a wide range of products, including weight management solutions, personal care items, and sports nutrition products. Herbalife operates through a direct-selling, multi-level marketing model, featuring around 65,000 Nutrition Clubs globally, which provide opportunities for independent distributors to connect with customers. In 2023, Herbalife reported net sales of $5.1 billion, reflecting its significant presence in the health and wellness market.