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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is this Exhibition all about?
This exhibition is focusing the direct selling industry in the region. The exhibition will have the leading companies as exhibitor from this field. Besides being a venue to promote their products and services, this exhibition also helps them to find new market leads and business tie-up. It also helps visitors to understand the vast opportunities of direct selling business. The conference held side by side with the exhibition helps educate distributors how to organize, do and manage their Direct Selling and Network Marketing Business.
2. Does everyone speak ENGLISH?
Yes – English language is a must language in Dubai and U.A.E since 85% of population here are expatriates.
3. Why do we need to Exhibit?
Simply – establish your presence, and to avoid being left out among your competitors in their attempt to establish in a fresh market like Dubai! For brand awareness and positioning, networking, opportunity to run a market research, explore means to expand your business to new region, a chance to meet prospective business partners in new regions. Moreover, ‘in an exhibition all senses come alive - see it, feel it, try it, buy it’, so make the best of it.
4. How do we (Exhibitors) benefit?
Reach largest audience in the Middle East all under one roof. Get exposed to large international captive audience, in the business capital of Middle East – Dubai.
5. What do we lose, if we don’t Exhibit?
You will lose market share and the opportunity to exhibit at one of the fastest growing markets and the chance to be amongst the pioneers in the market.
6. What do we (Exhibitors) do during the show?
Networking, expanding your database and finding new distributors. Make sure you book one of our dedicated presentation rooms, fully equipped for as long as you need to introduce your business opportunity to your audience.
7. What is the future of this show?
This show is dedicated to improving professionalism in Direct Selling and Network Marketing in this region. Therefore this show will run annually, with ongoing educational events. The conference held alongside the exhibition calls for the legislation of the industry in the region. We will continuously raise the bar.
8. What are the organizers goal and objectives for doing this?
To set the standards for Direct Selling Industry in Middle East, with integrity.
9. Who will be the visitors?
International and regional visitors are attracted to this event though our database and our targeted marketing campaign. Visitors belong to ‘opportunity and education seekers’ category!
10. If we want to Exhibit, what do we need to do?
First do an online booking by clicking here or call us at 00971-4-3678192 or email info@directsellingfestival.com for registering. Up on booking your stand, you will be sent an Exhibitor’s Manual that will provide you all the details about the Exhibition, Dubai, Culture, Do’s and Don’ts etc.
11. If we recruited new distributors through Direct Selling Festival and later on would like to set up and establish in Dubai, U.A.E - how do we do that?
DSEI - Direct Selling Educational Institute will provide you with necessary information, policies and regulations and will assist you in establishing your legal identity in Dubai. Visit: http://www.dseidubai.com for further guidance or contact 00971-50-3977988.
Business Establishment Partner:
Links Group
Links Group takes your company from application to commercial registration, offering a highly, flexible, modular and cost effective approach to building your business in the United Arab Emirates & State of Qatar. Links are a leading force in this field and the facts speak for themselves, 90 percent of our clients come via direct referral and 97 percent of our clients are retained over two years or more.
Links provide the essential STEPS to company registration:
Security: Via a proven legal framework, succession planning and 100% ownership control
Trust: In excess of 190 clients and a demonstrable track record
Expertise: A network of experts and directors with collectively more than 20 years’ Middle East experience
Professionalism: Qualified, licensed and regulated
Speed: A fast track route to market
You concentrate on your core business, we take care of the rest. For more information visit: http://www.the-links-group.com/
Storage & Logistics:
The Box Self Storage Services
The Box offers Storage and Self storage space in a safe, secure and temperature controlled environment along with value added services to accommodate to your needs as a one stop solution provider for homes and businesses. The Box is strategically located just five minutes away from Mall of the Emirates.
Personal Storage : Sports Equipment, extra household items etc.
Business Storage : SME’s, Exhibition material, files, extra items at the office
Order fulfillment : Pick and Pack along with deliveries
Delivery Solutions : Wide range of deliveries from parcels to trucks
Local Removals : Dismantle/Reassemble pack & move villa’s or apartments.
For more information contact Mr. Wadih Haddad - Managing Partner on + 971 50 5591826 or + 971 4 3476933.
Real Estate & Investment Partner:
Engel & Völkers
Engel & Völkers are specialists in the sales and rental of prestigious real estate and rank among the market leaders in this segment. A worldwide service embracing everything from property evaluation, marketing and the conclusion of agreements has been built up on the basis of customer‐oriented marketing and advertising strategies. Close attention to target group demand, the exploitation of synergistic benefits from within the Group and cooperation GG magazine ensure a service that is quite unique.
Engel & Völkers was founded in 1977 in Hamburg and has since then been expanding rapidly. In all places in 26 countries on 5 continents the business focus is on the presentation of extraordinary properties to rent or purchase.
Key facts of the Engel & Völkers network:
• Established 1977
• More than 1,850 employees/agents
• Over 700,000 listed customers
• Up to 30% market share in specific market segments
• Qualified knowledge of the local markets
• Brand turnover 2006: 124 million Euro (66% increase, best result in company history)
• Present in more than 26 countries on five continents
• Continuous growth of the network
• The first real estate company to open offices in Eastern Europe
• Development of the Engel & Völkers Real Estate Shops Worldwide
Engel and Völkers Offices around the world:
Engel & Völkers currently has more than 200 offices in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Great Britain, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxemburg, New Zealand, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, USA and – as the most recent addition – South East Asia. Among these are 14 Commercial locations. Engel & Völkers currently has more than 1850 employees.
Dubai Madinat Office - P.O.Box 212859, Dubai, U.A.E
Tel: +971 4 33 22 383 – Toll Free: 800-ENGEL - Fax: +971 4 33 22 393
dubaimadinat@engelvoelkers.com
http://www.engelvoelkers.com/dubaimadinat
Production Partner:
Tambi Studios
AUDIO – VIDEO – CREATIVE COPY – CD – DVD
Tambi Studios is a Dubai based state of the art digital Media production facility, Offering Direct Selling Companies a ‘one stop shop’ production facility in Audio/Video/Film.
For over 12 years the creative and technical team at Tambi Studios has joined forces with our clients in the Gulf Region to communicate their Direct Selling message with a clear, creative and bold voice.
We are focused on telling stories about the direct selling industry. We’ve learned the most effective way to present direct selling messages, which translates into results for our clients.
A project can enter our doors as an idea, progress through the creative and production stage and be replicated as a finished DVD, CD with custom packaging — We Handle your project from start to finish.
Whether it’s a corporate marketing video, a Product demo or Recruitment presentation we make our clients’ messages unforgettable — with bold ideas, uncompromising creativity, and technical excellence. We dive in with enthusiasm professionalism and specialist experience. We look forward to putting our team to work for you and helping your company reach its fullest potential.
For more details: website:www.tambistudios.com
To contact us: E-mail: tambi@tambistudios.com
TEL: 009714-3356064
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John Martin St.Valery is the CEO of Links Group of Companies – the company formation specialists.
Having established Links Group in 2002 John has spearheaded the growth of a Partnership in to the corporate structure that now exists. Ten years living and working in the UAE has given John a unique and unrivalled insight into the commercial activity in this rapidly developing country.
A prior career encompassing senior management roles with Citibank and Kodak was preceded by an eight year period with the Metropolitan Police in London.
Links Group takes your company from application to commercial registration, offering a highly, flexible, modular and cost effective approach to building your business in the United Arab Emirates & State of Qatar. Links are a leading force in this field and the facts speak for themselves, 90 percent of our clients come via direct referral and 97 percent of our clients are retained over two years or more.
Links provide the essential STEPS to company registration:
Security: Via a proven legal framework, succession planning and 100% ownership control
Trust: In excess of 190 clients and a demonstrable track record
Expertise: A network of experts and directors with collectively more than 20 years’ Middle East experience
Professionalism: Qualified, licensed and regulated
Speed: A fast track route to market
You concentrate on your core business, we take care of the rest. John Valery will talk about benefits of establishing your business in the U.A.E and how links Group can assist you in this process.
Nic Pearson is the Managing Director of PEARSON CONSULTING.
PEARSON CONSULTING helps its clients to sell more and build a more successful business by taking them “Beyond Sales Effectiveness”
Based in Dubai, and with a global footprint and reach, we develop and deliver customized Sales training solutions for large and small organizations. Our trainers and facilitators have a wealth of hands-on experience both managing large Sales organizations worldwide as well as developing programmes which are interactive and grounded in reality rather than full of theory and gimmicks. Pearson Consulting is British-owned and managed.
PEARSON CONSULTING is delighted to be associated with the Direct Selling Festival and we would be pleased to discuss how we can add value to your organization and your people by bringing you training and development which truly takes you “Beyond Sales Effectiveness”!
Anesh Jagtiani is the Managing Director of Crestcom, a global training company that provides leadership and management training to organisations in the Middle East and throughout the world.
He is one of the founding members of the Professional Speakers Association – Middle East (PSA ME) accredited to the National Speaking Association, USA.
As an active member of Toastmasters International, he has been voted as the “best speaker” 23 times. He has also hosted the International Gathering and Global Speakers Summit and the Gulf Toastmasters Annual Convention in Dubai.
He is passionate about motivating and empowering people to lead better lives. As a professional facilitator with Crestcom, he trains companies on 10 core competencies essential to make them more productive and profitable –
Motivating people, Change Management, Coaching and Mentoring, Communication skills, Customer service, Negotiating, Performance Management, Planning and Goal Setting, Recruiting/Hiring, and Stress Management.
Some clients of Crestcom include DHL, Motorola, Gillette, Royal and Sun Alliance, Mastercard, Microsoft, Mitsubishi, Rolls Royce Motor Cars, Xerox, British Petroleum, Philip Morris, Kraft, Nestle and many other companies from more than 43 industries.
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Also see the conference details! Now is the time to develop industry knowledge and learn proven skills and techniques for building your Direct Selling business and your future in this fertile market. Remember PIONEERS always WIN.
Registrants from all over the world are attending this conference. Learn best practices, interact with and hear the stories of those Top Leaders who have made it happen in Direct Selling. Use their experience and build your future. Limited seats are available. Don’t miss this opportunity and sign up now! This is your chance to become a ‘Certified Direct Seller’ and learn from leading industry experts including Professor Charles King, Tim Sales and Dr. Ellie Drake. Start the business professionally! Visit the Conference Page for more details.
Become a ‘Certified Direct Seller’ by registering for the conference.
Certificate is issued by DSEI
A 3-day conference is held alongside the Direct Selling Festival on 17th, 18th and 19th May 2008 at Meyana Auditorium of the renowned Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai, UAE. Participating in this conference will give you an extra edge amongst others.
Participation for the Day 1 of the conference which will be held on 17th May 2008 is open only for invited high profile individuals (Invitation Only). This 5-hour session will have expert speakers introducing the Direct Selling industry to this market and also discussing & planning for the future of the industry in this region. Government Officials, Key decision makers and Industry’s Movers & Shakers will be present.
Day 2 and Day 3 are open for all which will be held on 18th and 19th May 2008 . Here is your chance to become a ‘Certified Direct Seller’ and learn from industry experts including Professor Charles King, Tim Sales and Dr. Ellie Drake. Now is the time to develop industry knowledge and learn proven skills and techniques for building your business and your future in this fertile market.
Registration fee for Day 2 & 3 is US $765 per person. The timing of the conference will be from 9:00 am to 19:00 pm, both days. This will include documentation, luncheon and refreshment breaks. Delegates will receive a certificate and will be announced as ‘CERTIFIED DIRECT SELLER’ by Direct Selling Educational Institute in Dubai (DSEI).
To avail group rates, email us at info@directsellingfestival.com
Limited seats are available. Don’t miss this opportunity and sign up now!
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Travel & Tourism
When it comes to tourism and leisure, Dubai spoils one for choices. Promising a fascinating blend of traditional Arabian hospitality and a vibrant modern lifestyle, Dubai is showing a phenomenal growth in tourist inflow every year. Right from golf, scuba diving, desert safaris and horse racing or bargain shopping, nightlife, pampering hospitality services, or relishing international cuisines, Dubai is second to none. Dubai is also a unique place on earth where one could find a comprehensive range of automobiles from the most exotic marque to the most common ones, thanks to the low fuel cost.
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Hotel
You can book your hotel in Dubai by visiting the following website:
Dubai Statistics
Location: Southern Shore of the Arabian Gulf, North Eastern United Arab Emirates.(United Arab Emirates : Middle East, bordering the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Gulf, between Oman and Saudi Arabia)
Time Zone: GMT +4
Average Temperature: 10 - 30 degrees Celsius in winter (50 - 86 Fahrenheit). 48 degrees Celsius (118.4 Fahrenheit) in summer
Population U.A.E: 5 million (approx.)
Languages: English (official), Arabic (official), Persian, Hindi, Urdu
Religions: Muslim, Christian, Hindu, and other
Country Dialing Code: 971
Internet Country Code: .ae
Electricity: 220 or 240 volts AC, 50Hz
Currency: Emirati Dirham (AED)
Exchange Rate: Emirati Dirham per US dollar - 3.67
Local Time
The UAE is four hours ahead of GMT (+4 GMT). There is no summer time saving when clocks are altered.
Climate
Dubai has a sub-tropical, arid climate. April – October are the warmest months with temperatures reaching the high 40’s and high humidity, the rest of the year temperatures fall any where between the mid 20’s – 30’s. Rainfall is infrequent falling mainly in the cooler months around November to March.
Language
The official language of the country is Arabic, although English is the official business language. English is widely used and most road and shop signs, restaurant menus, etc are in both languages.
Business & Social Hours
Government offices are open from 07:30 to 14:00 hrs Sunday to Thursday. In the private sector, office hours vary between split shift days or straight shifts.
Although the small shops opening hours are usually based on split shift timing, the big shopping malls now remain open all day from 10:00 – 22:00 hrs. Petrol stations are open 24 hours.
Embassies and consulates open from 08:00 – 13:30 hrs. Most close on Friday and Saturday.
Local Currency
- The monetary until is the ‘Dirham’ (Dhs.), which is divided into 100 ‘fills’.
- The currency is also referred to as AED (Arab Emirate Dirham).
- The Dirham has been tied to the US Dollar at a mid-rate of US $ 1 – Dhs. 3.67.
- Exchange rates of all major currencies are published daily in the local newspapers.
Banks & ATMs
Banks offer the full range of commercial and personal banking services.
Banking hours: Sunday to Thursday 08:00 – 13:00 hrs, Saturday 08:00 – 12:00 hrs. Closed Friday.
Most banks operate ATMs, also known as Cash Points or Service Tills, which accept a wide range of cards. Common systems accepted around Dubai – American Express, Cirrus, Global Access, Master Card, Plus System and VISA. ATMs can be found in all shopping malls, at the airport, at petrol stations and at various street-side locations.
Money Exchanges
Money Exchanges are available all over Dubai, offering good service and reasonable exchange rates, which are often better than the banks. Additionally hotels will usually exchange money and travelers cheques at the standard hotel rate.
Credit Cards
Most shops, hotels and restaurants accept the major credit cards (American Express, Diners Club, Master Card, Visa). Smaller retailers are sometimes less keen to accept credit cards and you may have to pay an extra five percent of processing.
Culture
Dubai’s culture is firmly rooted in the Islamic traditions of Arabia. However Dubai is very tolerant of the customs of its visitors and is relatively liberal when it comes to European dress codes and serving alcohol in hotels. Among the most highly prized virtues are courtesy and hospitality, visitors are sure to be charmed by the genuine and friendliness of people.
Religion
Islam is the official religion of the UAE, but other religions are highly respected. Dubai has a wide variant of Christian churches.
Customs
Personal effects entering Dubai are not liable to a customs levy. It is forbidden to import drugs and pornographic items.
The importation of Alcohol into the UAE is only permitted as part of the duty free allowance for personal consumption. Four items of alcohol per person is the permitted allowance.
Health Requirements
No health certificates are required for entry to the Emirates, except for visitors who have been in cholera or yellow fever infected area. However, it is always wise to check health requirements before departure as restrictions may vary.
Food & Drink
Dubai offers pretty much every type of international cuisine imaginable. Whilst restaurants located in hotels are able to offer alcohol and can be expensive, some of the best places to eat are the small street side stands around the town, however these restaurants do not serve Alcohol.
Shopping
The shopping capital of the Middle East! Prices are competitive in many products from gold to carpets, textiles or designer labels. The key to shopping here is to bargain where possible since prices, especially in the souks, can drop quite substantially.
The attractive and often imaginatively designed, modern shopping malls in Dubai are one of the highlights of shopping in Dubai and are generally spacious and fully air conditioned. Most International brands and high street shops can be found in the shopping malls.
Most malls have a food court, which offers a variety of types of cuisine. Some malls also have Cinemas.
Souks
Souks are the Arabic markets where any kinds of goods are bought, sold and exchanged. Over the years, the items on sale have changed dramatically from spices, silks and perfumes to include electronic goods and the latest consumer trends.
Dubai’s souks are worth a visit for their bustling atmosphere, the electric variety of goods and the traditional way of doing business.
Tours and Sightseeing
There are many companies in Dubai offering an exciting variety of city and safari tours. An organized tour can be a great way to discover Dubai. Tours range from a half-day city tour to full day. It is advisable to book Three or Four days in advance although in some cases less notice is not a problem. For more information contact Dream Days on 8002080 or visit http://www.dreamdays.ae
Nightlife
Dubai has numerous cinemas, cafes, bars, nightclubs, and discos to suit all tastes and ages.
There are a number of local magazines available from the Newsagents listing details of the above facilities.
On the Road
Drivers and their passengers in the front and back seats of a vehicle must by law wear seat belts. Failure to do so will result in a heavy fine.
It is an offence to drive and use a mobile phone unless it is hands free.
Any driver found driving under the influence of alcohol may be subject to a heavy fine and a term of imprisonment.
Taxis
Taxis are plentiful and reasonably priced, but visitors should always agree on the price in advance if the taxi does not have a meter. Taxis at stand outside hotels charge more that those flagged down on a road. For short journeys the charge should be around 10Dhs, and to cross the Creek will cost around 15Dhs or slightly more. The journey to the Dubai World Trade Centre from the airport costs around Dhs. 35 in specially- registered airport taxis. Most of the hotels operate their own transport for their guests.
Car Hire
Self-drive cars are widely available and rental companies will arrange temporary local driving licenses for visitors. Renters must produce their passport, two photographs and either a valid international or national license from one of the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, UK and USA.
Tipping
Tipping practices are similar to most parts of the world. An increasing number of restaurants include service.
Benefits of Direct Selling
Research shows some of the most popular reasons people choose direct selling are:
- Direct selling is a good way to meet and socialize with people.
- Direct selling offers flexible work schedules.
- Direct selling is a good way to earn extra income.
- Direct selling is a good way to own a business.
- Earnings are in proportion to efforts.
Anyone can do it.
There are no required levels of education, experience, financial resources or physical condition.
People of all ages and from all backgrounds have succeeded in direct selling.
Direct sellers are independent contractors. You’re your own boss, which means you can:
- Work part-time or full-time - you choose when and how much you want to work.
- Set your own goals and determine yourself how to reach them.
- Earn in proportion to your own efforts. The level of success you can achieve is limited only by your willingness to work hard.
- Own a business of your own with very little or no capital investment.
- Receive training and support from an established company.
Source: WFDSA
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Global Retail Sales
As of May 1, 2007
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Global Sales Force
As of May 1, 2007
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You have taken a wise decision to sponsor an event which is taking the 110 billion dollar direct selling industry in to the new, unexplored and highly prospective markets of the Middle East and MENA regions.
Being a sponsor of the 1st International Direct Selling Festival will give you a tremendous exposure in the Middle East and MENA regions as the event attracts an exceptional number of visitors and conference participants who are determined to take your business to a new level.
Platinum Sponsor
- Senior Delegate e.g. Chairman/CEO/MD to have opportunity to speak about the company (30 Minutes) at the conference – day 1
- Company/organization branding and use of logo in all publicity materials
- Prominent use of logo on all banners and other branding at the venue
- 9 square meters Shell Scheme booth stand at the exhibition
- Sponsor name will be in all press releases concerning the expo and conference
- Logo on the Official catalogue cover
- 1 full page four colour advertisement at the Official catalogue
- Sponsor Logo on exhibitor and visitor badges
- Sponsor Logo on the registration signages
- Insertion of your company/organization brochure in the bags offered to the delegates
- Banner advert on website with hyperlink
- A consolidated media coverage document of the expo and conference
- Sponsor logo in the carrier bag
Gold Sponsor
- Senior Delegate e.g. Chairman/CEO/MD to have opportunity to speak about the company (20
- Minutes) at the conference – day 1
- Company/organization branding and use of logo in all publicity materials
- 9 square meters Shell Scheme booth stand at the exhibition
- Sponsor name will be in all press releases concerning the expo and conference
- 1 full page four colour advertisement at the Official catalogue
- Insertion of your company/organization brochure in the bags offered to the delegates
- Banner advert on website with hyperlink
- A consolidated media coverage document of the expo and conference
- Sponsor logo in the carrier bag
Silver Sponsor
- Company/organization branding and use of logo in all publicity materials
- 9 square meters Shell Scheme booth stand at the exhibition
- 1 full page four colour advertisement at the Official catalogue
- Insertion of your company/organization brochure in the bags offered to the delegates
- Banner advert on website with hyperlink
- A consolidated media coverage document of the expo and conference
Bronze Sponsor
Please email us at ekram@directsellingfestival.com
You have taken a wise decision to sponsor an event which is taking the 110 billion dollar direct selling industry in to the new, unexplored and highly prospective markets of the Middle East and MENA regions.
Being a sponsor of the 1st International Direct Selling Festival will give you a tremendous exposure in the Middle East and MENA regions as the event attracts an exceptional number of visitors and conference participants who are determined to take your business to a new level.
Platinum Sponsor
- Senior Delegate e.g. Chairman/CEO/MD to have opportunity to speak about the company (20 Minutes) at the conference – day 1
- Company/organization branding and use of logo in all publicity materials
- Prominent use of logo on all banners and other branding at the venue
- Sponsor name will be in all press releases concerning the expo and conference
- Logo on the Official catalogue cover
- 1 full page four colour advertisement at the Official catalogue
- Sponsor Logo on exhibitor and visitor badges
- Sponsor Logo on the registration signages
- Insertion of your company/organization brochure in the bags offered to the delegates
- Banner advert on website with hyperlink
- A consolidated media coverage document of the expo and conference
- Sponsor logo in the carrier bag
Gold Sponsor
- Senior Delegate e.g. Chairman/CEO/MD to have opportunity to speak about the company (10
- Minutes) at the conference – day 1
- Company/organization branding and use of logo in all publicity materials
- Sponsor name will be in all press releases concerning the expo and conference
- 1 full page four colour advertisement at the Official catalogue
- Insertion of your company/organization brochure in the bags offered to the delegates
- Banner advert on website with hyperlink
- A consolidated media coverage document of the expo and conference
- Sponsor logo in the carrier bag
Silver Sponsor
- Company/organization branding and use of logo in all publicity materials
- 1 full page four colour advertisement at the Official catalogue
- Insertion of your company/organization brochure in the bags offered to the delegates
- Banner advert on website with hyperlink
- A consolidated media coverage document of the expo and conference
Bronze Sponsor
- 1 full page four colour advertisement at the Official catalogue
- Insertion of your company/organization brochure in the bags offered to the delegates
- Banner advert on website with hyperlink
Why Sponsor?
Think!
Sponsorship is a proven method of communicating your key corporate messages to everyone associated with the exhibition right from exhibitors, visitors, participants, media and the other exhibitions of the same order.
Being part of Direct Selling Festival will ideally positioned you to take advantage of the huge growth in the direct selling market in the region. It helps you to reinforce your interests as a supporter of direct selling industry as a whole and by reserving an exclusive place for you in the future growth of the industry in this region.
Special ‘SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES’ are crafted to meet your interests.
Please send your requirements and queries to:
Ekram@directsellingfestival.com
Charles W. King
Charles W. King, Professor of Marketing at the University of Illinois at Chicago, received his doctorate in business administration from Harvard University and bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Texas.
Dr. King maintains an extensive consulting practice for more than 30 years in the broad areas of strategic planning, market positioning and management of the tactical marketing functions. King’s client list includes an impressive group of over 300 major clients from both the private and government sectors.
King is involved in ongoing marketing research on Direct Selling/Network Marketing and Distributor Operations. Dr. King teaches Direct Selling/Network Marketing as a leading distribution channel in the University’s marketing curriculum, is a frequent international speaker, and has been a contributor to many well-known publications on Direct Selling/Network Marketing topics. Dr. King has written a classic book on the direct selling/ network marketing industry, THE NEW PROFESSIONALS: The Rise of Network Marketing as the Next Major Profession.
Dr. King co-founded the UIC Seminar in Network Marketing sponsored by the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1994. Over the past 13 years, the Seminar has become THE standard for professional education in network marketing. The Seminar has been conducted 26 times worldwide with thousands of participants. Dr. King has conducted Seminars supported by speaking tours and training sessions, in countries from the United States, Australia, Canada, Colombia(LA), Dubai, England, Hungary, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan and Thailand.
In 2007, Dr. King, recognizing the growth potential for direct selling/network marketing in developing countries, focused his educational emphasis on international education. Dr. King organized the Direct Selling Educational Institute (DSEI) in North America, a not-for-profit foundation, as a platform for delivering university level education to the international direct selling distributor community.
After four years of educational involvement with the direct selling/network marketing industry in Dubai supporting the entrepreneurial spirit in the Middle East, Dr. King committed to cooperate with the Government of Dubai in building an infrastructure for the direct selling industry in the region. The Direct Selling Educational Institute (DSEI) in Dubai was established in August, 2007 to develop direct selling industry standards and provide professional education to the direct selling distributor community across the Middle East.
The first major event for the Direct Selling Educational Institute(DSEI) in Dubai will be the Direct Selling Festival in Dubai scheduled for May 17-19, 2008.
Dr. Ellie Drake
Bursting onto the scene as an Inspirational speaker from a series of 7 figure successes with a number of businesses, Ellie Drake is in demand because her message speaks to many different groups. She both inspires entrepreneurs and empowers women; her message is inspiration to Fortune 500 executives and is motivational to budding business owners taking their first steps on a path toward grasping prosperity.
Her deep understanding of the keys to success combined with her heartfelt compassion elicits a genuine reaction in everyone who attends her motivational seminars. Amongst her other businesses, she currently leads the largest online paid-membership community for Entrepreneurial Women in USA.
This savvy businesswoman, in-demand inspirational speaker, doctor and inspiration to men and women around the globe, is a multi-dimensional success. She maintains a demanding schedule of personal appearances as well as a series of web sites, each offering insights, newsletters and products designed to help individuals achieve their personal best. She has shared the stage with:
T.Harv Eker
Les Brown
Mark Victor Hanson
Jim Rohn
Jerry Clark
Jeffrey Combs
Denis Waitley
Arthur Joseph
and many more!
Ellie is now highly sought in many countries, and is known for inspiring and educating her audiences to experience quantum leaps in every aspect of their lives.
Tim Sales
In 1989, near the end of an 11-year tour with the US Navy Underwater Bomb Squad Team, Tim answered an ad in the Washington Post newspaper that led him to his first and only network marketing company. Five years later his network marketing income rose to over $150,000 per month with over 56,000 people within his organization and over 2,400 new distributors per month entering from 20 countries.
Tim’s successful experience and knowledge make him one of the most sought after advisors, speakers, trainers and creators of content in the industry. He’s delivered well over 10,000 presentations and training sessions to over 117,000 people all over the world. Tim’s signature training approach involves his ability to teach mastery of each component within the business. In addition, he possesses a clever capacity to simplify the most complex issues in the network marketing learning process.
His contributions to the Network Marketing Industry include the 1998 production of the Brilliant Compensation® Video and the online version which was released 1999. Over 1 million people have been educated properly about network marketing through Brilliant Compensation®. It has quickly earned the distinction of “the standard” by which all tools will be measured. Many other “Brilliant” products are in the works.
In addition, Tim is a teacher at the only university-affiliated Network Marketing Certificate Seminar offered for the industry. Sponsored by the University of Illinois at Chicago, this course is taught on the UIC campus, but is also sponsored at various other international locations, including Seoul, Korea, Singapore, Melbourne, Australia and Bogotá, Columbia and now in Dubai!
Conference Packages
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If you have any questions that are not answered on this website you can email us at .
Product Category
Direct Selling is a diversified business with sizeable product categories. Examples include:
- - Apparel
- - Catalog
- - Nutritional
- - Internet
- - Food
- - Home Care
- - Cosmetics
- - Pet Care
- - Weight Loss
- - Accessories
- - Jewelry
- - Technology
- - Educational
- - Fragrances
- - Personal Care
- - Financial Services
- - Insurance
- - Travel Related
Visitor Profile
- Direct Sellers
- Network Marketers
- Distributors
- Middle Executives
- Students
- House Wives
- Simply everyone looking for knowledge about the industry!
With Dubai having nationalities from over 180 countries worldwide, our visitors will be multinationals!
Apart from the multinational residence in U.A.E, we will have visitors travelling from the following countires:
Exhibitors Categories:
- International Direct Selling Companies
- MLM and Network Marketing Companies
- Direct Selling Associations
- Teleshopping TVs
- Local & International Suppliers such as:
Conference Signup
1) Please fill in the below form to sign up for the conference. Fields marked with * are required.
2) When you submit, you will be taken to the home page, and a confirmation email will be sent to the address you provided. If for any reason you do not receive the confirmation email please do send an email to info@directsellingfestival.com
3) Ensure to follow the steps mentioned on your confirmation email to receive your online ticket.
IF YOU WANT TO PAY BY CREDIT CARD, PLEASE CLICK HERE, DOWNLOAD THE FORM AND FAX BACK TO +97143604560.
Please note:
You are now registering for the Conference on Day 2 and Day 3 which will be held on 18th and 19th May 2008 . Here is your chance to become a ‘Certified Direct Seller’ and learn from industry experts including Professor Charles King, Tim Sales and Dr. Ellie Drake Please do have a look at the conference schedule.
Registration fee for Day 2 & 3 is US $765 per person. The timing of the conference will be from 9:00 am to 07:00 pm, both days. This will include documentation, luncheon and refreshment breaks. You will receive a Certificate from Direct Selling Educational Institute in Dubai (DSEI) designating you as a ‘CERTIFIED DIRECT SELLER’! .
To avail group rates, email us at info@directsellingfestival.com
Watch Charles King speak
Thank you for your registration!
What would you like to do now?
Exhibition:
Date: 15th & 16th May 2008
Timing: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Venue: Dubai Festival City, Level 1
Conference:
Day 1: Thursday 15th May 2008
Timing: 03:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Day 2: Friday 16th May 2008
Day 3: Saturday 17th May 2008
Timing: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Venue: Dubai Festival City, Level 3
Exhibition:
- Date: 3rd & 4th April 09
- Timing: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Venue: Dubai Festival City
Admission: Entry to the exhibition is FREE
Conference:
Book a stand
Shell Scheme US$ 380 per Sq M - Based on minimum of 9 Sq M
Includes modern octanorm shell scheme with white panels, fascia name board, one power socket, three spot lights (per 9sqm), carpet, a waste basket, a lockable cabinet, a round table and two chairs.
Includes editorial entry in the official show guide.
Hence the cost per 9 Sq. M shell scheme stand => 9 * $ 380 = $ 3420
Space Only US$ 350 per Sq M - Based on minimum of 9 Sq M
The cost per 9 Sq. M space => 9 * $ 350 = $ 3150
Kindly consider that build up is only 1 day.
Please fill in the below form to book a stand. Fields marked with * are required.
When you submit, you will be taken to the home page, and a confirmation email will be sent to the email address you provided and one of our Sales Executives will contact you to discuss the details.
Direct Selling Festival Conference Schedule
Please CIick Here to print or save the schedule.
Are you a Speaker?
The launch event in April 2008 will establish the “Direct Selling Festival as the major event for our industry in the Middle East and North African region, drawing an audience from throughout the affluent indigenous and ex-pat communities surrounding Dubai.
We believe our estimate to attract 800 delegates to this inaugural event is a conservative one and with a high caliber of speakers, we know we will surpass our modest goal.
The “Direct Selling Festival” will be a great platform to promote yourself, your books, CDs, and Training Material, etc, and reach in person to a Middle East audience hungry to learn more about your life changing experience.
To become part of this unique opportunity and join us as a speaker, providing key contribution to our conference presentations, answer the following questions and send it to us at