Monday, April 27, 2009
EcoQuest International Home Office News
At the EcoQuest International Home Office in Dallas, TX, they've received over 1,500 emails expressing positive thoughts and valuable suggestions from so many of you in the field. Several EcoQuest Dealers have also expressed concern over challenges with backordered items. EcoQuest wants you to know that they take these issues very seriously, and they'd like to let you in on some actions our supply team, headed by EVP, Mark Battista, have already taken toward making their Company the very best it can be.
As many of you are aware, several of EcoQuest's top-selling Infinity2 products have been in backorder status for some time. They are happy to announce that their flagship Infinity2 product, Essentials For Life™, arrived at the EcoQuest facility today, and has begun shipping 3 weeks ahead of time.
And, there's more good news. Below is a list of many other previously backordered items you have been waiting for. These are all here and have begun shipping to you and your customers.
US69607 - Total Flora Support™ (90 Count)
US60084 - Total Flora Support™ - Family Size (250 Count)
US69652 - Immune Plus™ (90 Count)
US69608 - Chelated Mineral Complex™ (90 Count)
US71090 - Ozone Free ActivePure Cell
US40497 - Premium Hand Held Showerhead and replacement filters (US40018)
US40015 - All In One Showerhead and replacement filter
US40175 - Fresh Air To Go
US70969 - SpringHouse Municipal Water Filter Pack and O-rings (US70993)
If you've been watching the EcoQuest International video messages from the Dallas Leadership Kickoff Meeting, you've seen EcoQuest Chairman and CEO, Joseph P. Urso talk about the 4 Corners of a Successful Business™ and the importance of surrounding yourself with great people and great values. As Mr. Urso tells us, it's impossible to be successful without both of these things.
As mentioned above, Mark Battista and his team in Bristol and Greeneville have been working diligently to resolve all backorder issues. Without him and the help of these great people, we could not improve and move forward toward our goal of being the very best. Mark would like to specifically thank Norlene Mathes and Mahlon Luttrel for their hard work in resolving these transitional challenges.
As many of you are aware, several of EcoQuest's top-selling Infinity2 products have been in backorder status for some time. They are happy to announce that their flagship Infinity2 product, Essentials For Life™, arrived at the EcoQuest facility today, and has begun shipping 3 weeks ahead of time.
And, there's more good news. Below is a list of many other previously backordered items you have been waiting for. These are all here and have begun shipping to you and your customers.
US69607 - Total Flora Support™ (90 Count)
US60084 - Total Flora Support™ - Family Size (250 Count)
US69652 - Immune Plus™ (90 Count)
US69608 - Chelated Mineral Complex™ (90 Count)
US71090 - Ozone Free ActivePure Cell
US40497 - Premium Hand Held Showerhead and replacement filters (US40018)
US40015 - All In One Showerhead and replacement filter
US40175 - Fresh Air To Go
US70969 - SpringHouse Municipal Water Filter Pack and O-rings (US70993)
If you've been watching the EcoQuest International video messages from the Dallas Leadership Kickoff Meeting, you've seen EcoQuest Chairman and CEO, Joseph P. Urso talk about the 4 Corners of a Successful Business™ and the importance of surrounding yourself with great people and great values. As Mr. Urso tells us, it's impossible to be successful without both of these things.
As mentioned above, Mark Battista and his team in Bristol and Greeneville have been working diligently to resolve all backorder issues. Without him and the help of these great people, we could not improve and move forward toward our goal of being the very best. Mark would like to specifically thank Norlene Mathes and Mahlon Luttrel for their hard work in resolving these transitional challenges.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
EcoQuest International Organizational Announcement
In order to continue providing excellent technical support to EcoQuest Business Owners, John Eicher has accepted a full-time position as EcoQuest's technical training manager. John has worked with the activTek business for the past two years and has been involved with the EcoQuest organization for over 14 years.
During this time, John has operated an authorized service center, served as a trainer for both repair and activTek, had extensive personal experience with the network marketing business, and has served in a critical role in the execution of the activTek business strategy.
In addition, John will have the support of a very strong engineering and technical staff from DBG, along with the continued support of the engineering staff that was previously part of the EcoQuest organization.
Please join EcoQuest, the maker of great air purifiers, in welcoming John to the organization. With his expertise and experience, EcoQuest assures you that they will continue to provide the outstanding technical assistance that you have come to expect.
During this time, John has operated an authorized service center, served as a trainer for both repair and activTek, had extensive personal experience with the network marketing business, and has served in a critical role in the execution of the activTek business strategy.
In addition, John will have the support of a very strong engineering and technical staff from DBG, along with the continued support of the engineering staff that was previously part of the EcoQuest organization.
Please join EcoQuest, the maker of great air purifiers, in welcoming John to the organization. With his expertise and experience, EcoQuest assures you that they will continue to provide the outstanding technical assistance that you have come to expect.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Free EcoQuest International Energy Winner Announced
Congratulations to EcoQuest International's latest Free Energy Giveaway winner - Ces Vorse from Oklahoma City, Okla. She received the winning coupon when she attended a product presentation by EcoQuest Fast Start Distributor, Sherri Powell.
Sherri says, "I met [Ces] when I did my very first group presentation with a group of realtors on St. Patrick's Day. About 10 to 12 people attended the presentation, and we ended up selling 3 Fresh Air units and 1 ecobox so far. The products really sell themselves when you get them placed into people's homes for that free trial period."
And that is exactly how Ces bought her Fresh Air and ecobox. "I did a test drive of the products... 2 days later, I wrote a check." Ces owns a dog and cat, but was really sold when Sherri explained the surface germ* killing power of ActivePure.
Ces loves the products, and keeps the Fresh Air in her home while her husband uses the ecobox in his medical office.Congratulations Ces and Sherri! To hear the call from EcoQuest's Rick DeMarco and Sherri to Ces, announcing her win, go to www.EcoQuest.biz and click on the Free Energy banner.
Sherri says, "I met [Ces] when I did my very first group presentation with a group of realtors on St. Patrick's Day. About 10 to 12 people attended the presentation, and we ended up selling 3 Fresh Air units and 1 ecobox so far. The products really sell themselves when you get them placed into people's homes for that free trial period."
And that is exactly how Ces bought her Fresh Air and ecobox. "I did a test drive of the products... 2 days later, I wrote a check." Ces owns a dog and cat, but was really sold when Sherri explained the surface germ* killing power of ActivePure.
Ces loves the products, and keeps the Fresh Air in her home while her husband uses the ecobox in his medical office.Congratulations Ces and Sherri! To hear the call from EcoQuest's Rick DeMarco and Sherri to Ces, announcing her win, go to www.EcoQuest.biz and click on the Free Energy banner.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Trade In Your Old EcoQuest Fresh Air Purifier
Trade Your Fresh Air 1.5 for a 2.1 With ActivePure at a Great Price
Why spend money on parts and services for an older technology Fresh Air when you can upgrade to the latest state-of-the-art Fresh Air model?
All Fresh Air 1.5 models are approaching the end of their warranty period, so now is the perfect time for you and your customers to upgrade. With 16 enhancements to the original model, The Fresh Air 2.1, featuring Certified Space ActivePure technology, is more durable, more serviceable, and up to 80% more effective.
Get the latest Fresh Air 2.1 with a brand new 3-year warranty for just $225. That's not a trade in, that's a trade UP!
Cost to trade to the latest technology: $225
Retail price of Fresh Air 2.1: $747
Average out-of-warranty repair cost: $292
Contact your EcoQuest Dealer For More Info
Why spend money on parts and services for an older technology Fresh Air when you can upgrade to the latest state-of-the-art Fresh Air model?
All Fresh Air 1.5 models are approaching the end of their warranty period, so now is the perfect time for you and your customers to upgrade. With 16 enhancements to the original model, The Fresh Air 2.1, featuring Certified Space ActivePure technology, is more durable, more serviceable, and up to 80% more effective.
Get the latest Fresh Air 2.1 with a brand new 3-year warranty for just $225. That's not a trade in, that's a trade UP!
Cost to trade to the latest technology: $225
Retail price of Fresh Air 2.1: $747
Average out-of-warranty repair cost: $292
Contact your EcoQuest Dealer For More Info
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
EcoQuest International New Management Questions
Q: Who will the new management team consist of?
A: Mr. Urso will be Chairman and CEO of the new company and will be actively involved in the business. He will be bringing some of his team of industry professionals to the new company to help it become strong and grow. Key other officers will include Mr. Kevin Hickey, COO, Mr. Mark Battista, EVP, Mr. William J. Coyle, EVP of Sales, and Mr. Bret Holland, CFO, and Mr. Carl Christoff, EVP and Chief Legal Counsel.
Q: How can I share my thoughts, concerns or questions?
A: Mr. Urso would like to hear from you. Please share any of your thoughts, concerns or questions with him at jurso@ecoquestintl.net
Q: What will happen in Greeneville, TN?
A: The Greeneville operation will be transitioned into our 400,000 square foot Bristol, VA facility, and our new World Head Quarters will be located in Dallas, Texas.
Q: How will this affect me?
A. Our goal is to build on the legacy created by EcoQuest to create the best network marketing company in the world. We will build this based on our 4 Corners of Every Successful Business strategy, which has worked for us in the past, and which we will share with you in the future.
Q: What should we do now?
A. Continue building your business, and look forward to a very bright future ahead.
A: Mr. Urso will be Chairman and CEO of the new company and will be actively involved in the business. He will be bringing some of his team of industry professionals to the new company to help it become strong and grow. Key other officers will include Mr. Kevin Hickey, COO, Mr. Mark Battista, EVP, Mr. William J. Coyle, EVP of Sales, and Mr. Bret Holland, CFO, and Mr. Carl Christoff, EVP and Chief Legal Counsel.
Q: How can I share my thoughts, concerns or questions?
A: Mr. Urso would like to hear from you. Please share any of your thoughts, concerns or questions with him at jurso@ecoquestintl.net
Q: What will happen in Greeneville, TN?
A: The Greeneville operation will be transitioned into our 400,000 square foot Bristol, VA facility, and our new World Head Quarters will be located in Dallas, Texas.
Q: How will this affect me?
A. Our goal is to build on the legacy created by EcoQuest to create the best network marketing company in the world. We will build this based on our 4 Corners of Every Successful Business strategy, which has worked for us in the past, and which we will share with you in the future.
Q: What should we do now?
A. Continue building your business, and look forward to a very bright future ahead.
Monday, April 06, 2009
EcoQuest Dealers Questions On Air Purifiers & New Company
Q: Will this acquisition affect my compensation?
A: No changes in the compensation plan are expected at this time. We want to have a very powerful and extremely competitive compensation plan that supports our goal of becoming the best network marketing organization in the world, and we will be seeking input from the field on ways to improve. We will be mailing out new agreements to the organization within the next month.
Q: What about our current line up of products; will there be any changes?
A: There are no product changes planned at the present time. Again, we want to engage the EcoQuest Sales Organization in a process to ensure we will have exclusive quality products in the future that support our goals of becoming the best network organization in the world and to being responsive to consumer needs. We will bring new engineering, manufacturing and innovation skills to this opportunity.
Q: What will happen to the founder and employees of EcoQuest?
A: Joseph Urso, Chairman and CEO has asked EcoQuest founder, Mike Jackson, to serve as National Field Leader of the new company. Mr. Jackson has agreed to remain active in this role as an independent contractor; however, Mr. Jackson will not be an employee or owner of the new company. Also, many of the other EcoQuest employees will be offered like or new positions in our new company.
A: No changes in the compensation plan are expected at this time. We want to have a very powerful and extremely competitive compensation plan that supports our goal of becoming the best network marketing organization in the world, and we will be seeking input from the field on ways to improve. We will be mailing out new agreements to the organization within the next month.
Q: What about our current line up of products; will there be any changes?
A: There are no product changes planned at the present time. Again, we want to engage the EcoQuest Sales Organization in a process to ensure we will have exclusive quality products in the future that support our goals of becoming the best network organization in the world and to being responsive to consumer needs. We will bring new engineering, manufacturing and innovation skills to this opportunity.
Q: What will happen to the founder and employees of EcoQuest?
A: Joseph Urso, Chairman and CEO has asked EcoQuest founder, Mike Jackson, to serve as National Field Leader of the new company. Mr. Jackson has agreed to remain active in this role as an independent contractor; however, Mr. Jackson will not be an employee or owner of the new company. Also, many of the other EcoQuest employees will be offered like or new positions in our new company.
Sunday, April 05, 2009
EcoQuest International Aerus Holdings - More Questions
Q: Tell us about the new Chairman and CEO.
A: Joseph P. Urso is the Chairman & CEO of Aerus Holdings LLC. Aerus Holding’s subsidiary, DBG Group Investments, LLC acquired the EcoQuest assets. Mr. Urso is the Chairman and CEO of DBG Group as well. Aerus Holdings LLC has invested capital and expertise in a variety of companies where it has complete or significant operating control. Annual sales for all Holdings’ portfolio companies exceeds $300,000,000. Mr. Urso received his BA from Marietta College in 1976, his JD from Stetson University in Florida in 1979 and his Masters of Law in Taxation from New York University in 1980. He was a founding partner in the Dallas law firm of Stutzman & Bromberg in 1983. Mr. Urso left the practice of law in 1994 to form Engles, Urso, Follmer Capital Corporation, a Dallas based investment and buyout firm. Mr. Urso is involved in the Direct Selling Association and has served on its Board of Directors. His full-time efforts are dedicated to Aerus Holdings and its portfolio companies. Mr. Urso lives in Dallas, Texas and has three children, all of whom are still in school.
Q: Will EcoQuest products be sold through any of the Aerus Holdings, LLC companies?
A: No. There will be no cross pollination of products among companies in our portfolio. All of our direct selling companies, including Aerus LLC, will continue to sell their respective products exclusively through their own organizations.
A: Joseph P. Urso is the Chairman & CEO of Aerus Holdings LLC. Aerus Holding’s subsidiary, DBG Group Investments, LLC acquired the EcoQuest assets. Mr. Urso is the Chairman and CEO of DBG Group as well. Aerus Holdings LLC has invested capital and expertise in a variety of companies where it has complete or significant operating control. Annual sales for all Holdings’ portfolio companies exceeds $300,000,000. Mr. Urso received his BA from Marietta College in 1976, his JD from Stetson University in Florida in 1979 and his Masters of Law in Taxation from New York University in 1980. He was a founding partner in the Dallas law firm of Stutzman & Bromberg in 1983. Mr. Urso left the practice of law in 1994 to form Engles, Urso, Follmer Capital Corporation, a Dallas based investment and buyout firm. Mr. Urso is involved in the Direct Selling Association and has served on its Board of Directors. His full-time efforts are dedicated to Aerus Holdings and its portfolio companies. Mr. Urso lives in Dallas, Texas and has three children, all of whom are still in school.
Q: Will EcoQuest products be sold through any of the Aerus Holdings, LLC companies?
A: No. There will be no cross pollination of products among companies in our portfolio. All of our direct selling companies, including Aerus LLC, will continue to sell their respective products exclusively through their own organizations.
Saturday, April 04, 2009
EcoQuest Aerus Holdings, LLC Questions And Answers
1) Q: Is the EcoQuest Sales Organization out of business?
A: No. The assets of the EcoQuest were purchased and its Sales Organization will continue. The new owner plans to make significant investments in growth, product development, operations and marketing to strengthen the Sales Organization and the EcoQuest opportunity; with the goal of being the best Network Marketing Organization in the world. See below.
2) Q: Who owns EcoQuest International? What is Aerus Holdings, LLC?
A: Aerus Holdings, LLC, is a Dallas based company that was named one of the top 100 privately held companies in the DFW area by The Dallas Morning News. The EcoQuest assets were acquired by an Aerus Holdings subsidiary. Aerus Holdings invests capital and expertise in strategic opportunities. It owns an interest in Inthinc, Inc, which has developed and pioneered a system that reduces motor vehicle accidents by 85%. Aerus Holdings also owns interests in a number of independently operated direct selling companies including Aerus LLC, and Once Upon a Family. Aerus LLC (which was known as Electrolux from 1924-2003) is a direct selling, franchise organization with over 500 sales and service centers in North America. It is a member of the Direct Selling Association, where Mr. Joseph P. Urso has served on the Board of Directors.
Aerus sells high-end vacuum cleaners, air filtration systems, water purification systems and a range of other products designed to create a healthier home environment, most of which are made in the USA. Aerus has been in business in North America for 85 years and remains committed to providing high quality products and services that enhance the health, wellness and comfort of its customers and their families. The original manufacturer of Electrolux vacuums from 1924-2003, Aerus has over 50 million customers and has been honored for product design by the Smithsonian where its Model XXX has been proudly displayed.
Stay tuned for more questions and answers on the EcoQuest Aerus Holdings, LLC merger.
A: No. The assets of the EcoQuest were purchased and its Sales Organization will continue. The new owner plans to make significant investments in growth, product development, operations and marketing to strengthen the Sales Organization and the EcoQuest opportunity; with the goal of being the best Network Marketing Organization in the world. See below.
2) Q: Who owns EcoQuest International? What is Aerus Holdings, LLC?
A: Aerus Holdings, LLC, is a Dallas based company that was named one of the top 100 privately held companies in the DFW area by The Dallas Morning News. The EcoQuest assets were acquired by an Aerus Holdings subsidiary. Aerus Holdings invests capital and expertise in strategic opportunities. It owns an interest in Inthinc, Inc, which has developed and pioneered a system that reduces motor vehicle accidents by 85%. Aerus Holdings also owns interests in a number of independently operated direct selling companies including Aerus LLC, and Once Upon a Family. Aerus LLC (which was known as Electrolux from 1924-2003) is a direct selling, franchise organization with over 500 sales and service centers in North America. It is a member of the Direct Selling Association, where Mr. Joseph P. Urso has served on the Board of Directors.
Aerus sells high-end vacuum cleaners, air filtration systems, water purification systems and a range of other products designed to create a healthier home environment, most of which are made in the USA. Aerus has been in business in North America for 85 years and remains committed to providing high quality products and services that enhance the health, wellness and comfort of its customers and their families. The original manufacturer of Electrolux vacuums from 1924-2003, Aerus has over 50 million customers and has been honored for product design by the Smithsonian where its Model XXX has been proudly displayed.
Stay tuned for more questions and answers on the EcoQuest Aerus Holdings, LLC merger.
