One common question that we hear is in regards to event sales; such as fairs, kiosks, vending machines, and other alternative means of sales, am I authorized to sell my company’s products at such places and events?
Most companies would prohibit sales in flea markets, swap meets, vending machines, or garage sales. It is generally viewed that such locations dilute the value of the company’s products and opportunities. Companies typically prohibit sales in retail stores, but the purpose for this rule is to avoid the appearance of the company being in competition with the direct selling channel of its distributors, a model that is really based on person-to-person marketing.
On the other hand, it is quite usual for companies to authorize sales at community fairs. In this case, a distributor is expected to obtain written approval and to operate a booth within company guidelines for use of advertising and its trademark. In addition, companies typically prohibit commingling company products with non-company products or the offering of other business opportunities from competing network marketing companies.
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