Ripple Stories

May 19
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Melyn Bellati with BBBS of Oklahoma Area Director Charlene Dew (left) and BBBS Bartlesville Office Administrative Assistant PJ Poke.

Independent Brand Partner Spotlight: Melyn Bellatti

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Independent Brand Partner Melyn Bellati helped ensure that the inaugural Bowl for Kids’ Sake event in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, was a resounding success. With matching funds from Nerium International, the tournament host and team captain helped raise $4,032 for Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS). As a result of her team’s hard work, determination and dedication, Melyn was recently recognized at a BBBS Bowl for Kids’ Sake luncheon. “We had a great time and can’t wait to raise even more money next year,” Melyn said. Visit Nerium’s Bowl for Kids’ Sake website to donate or to see if there is an upcoming event in your area.

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Jan 25
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Independent Brand Partner Spotlight: Jen Yost

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Independent Brand Partner Jen Yost’s life has changed in a multitude of ways since joining Nerium International. Through her Nerium International business she has more flexibility, work-life balance, more confidence and earned a Lexus car bonus! In addition to these positive life changes, Jen credits the relationship she and husband Dave have formed with “Little” Tyler as the best benefit of all. Jen and Dave (also a Nerium Brand Partner) met Tyler through the Nerium Ripple Foundation’s partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA). “I have always loved helping people, so it is amazing to have the opportunity through BBBS and the Nerium Ripple Foundation to mentor and build a relationship with Tyler, our Little,” Jen said. “He is an amazing kid, and we love spending time with him. Tyler has brought so much joy to our lives.” Tyler, 11, enjoys playing video games and laser tag for…

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Dec 14
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Independent Brand Partner Spotlight: Morgan Ott

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“Loving, caring, sharing” isn’t just our company philosophy at Nerium International. It’s something we live by and apply in our daily lives through the Nerium Ripple Foundation, which partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS), World Vision, Live Happy and the SUCCESS Foundation. Independent Brand Partner Morgan Ott has certainly taken our mission to heart by leading a Bowl for Kids’ Sake event in Louisville earlier this year, which raised close to $30,000 for BBBS of Kentuckiana. In addition to hosting this successful Bowl for Kids’ Sake event, Morgan has served as a “Big” to 14-year-old “Little” Josy for the past year. “I love hanging out with Josy,” Morgan said. “We go out for ice cream, hike, go to dinner and do so many other fun activities. Josy makes me feel young again, and it is such a blessing to have her in our lives!” “People are hesitant about making the…

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Dec 02
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Honors Louisville Brand Partners

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For the second year in a row, Louisville Independent Brand Partners participated in Bowl For Kids’ Sake, raising close to $30,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Kentuckiana. To recognize Louisville Independent Brand Partners’ hard work, dedication and support, there was a check presentation following a BBBS Board of Directors meeting. “What Nerium and its local Brand Partners have accomplished this year is truly exceptional,” stated Jeri Swinton, CEO of BBBS Kentuckiana. “We are thankful for their generosity and look forward to continuing to work with a team of individuals who are truly dedicated to the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters.”

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Dec 02
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North Carolina Brand Partners Hold Bowl for Kids’ Sake Event

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Graham and Swain County Independent Brand Partners held a Bowl for Kids’ Sake (BFKS) event for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina on Nov. 5, 2016. This was the first BFKS event for the Graham and Swain County branch, and it was a success! The Nerium team (one of eight at the event) was successful in using the online fundraising vehicle to gather support from other Independent Brand Partners. The funds raised at this event will help support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina’s new school mentoring program. Graham County started its program this fall. Both counties are in a rural, mountainous area of North Carolina. A great portion of the area is part of a Cherokee reservation and Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The Brand Partners concentrated on recruiting business and civic teams in the area to great success! Total donations for the BFKS event…

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Oct 28
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A Special Honor for a Devoted
Big Brother

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Independent Brand Partner Steve Engleman was recognized as Big of the Year at the annual The Big Event and Impact Awards this month at Greektown Casino and Hotel in downtown Detroit. Steve became a Big Brother in January 2015 when he was matched with a 9-year-old boy named Seth. Steve was inspired to become a big by a mentor of his own who promised him that becoming a Big would be one of the most rewarding and gratifying experiences of his life. “The experience has been nothing short of amazing,” said Steve. “It has given me more than I ever imagined and provided me with the ability to make a difference in another person’s future. My relationship with my little, Seth, has grown and we have built a strong friendship based on trust and mutual interest in helping Seth grow and stay on course for reaching his goals.” Seth and…

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