Hazen Christensen

Leaders, Prospects, Curious and the Serious,

My name is Hazen Christensen and I am a top level Ambassador w/ Visalus Sciences.  That’s the top position in the company and I achieved that position through great team work w/ wonderful people in 35 days.

Here is an updated “ViSalus Due Diligence”  email.  PLEASE SAVE.

This is a good tool to send as a follow up to those still looking for “more information,” or to influential entrepreneurs or those with networking backgrounds who are looking to “do their homework” before a call or presentation.

Use as you see fit.

Here’s to a BOOM !!!

Due Diligence Resources on ViSalus Sciences

• Company Resources:
• Company 2010 Performance Highlights:

• • ViSalus Corporate Website: www.visalus.com
  • Body by Vi Challenge Website:  www.bodybyvi.com
  • Blyth Website:  www.blyth.com
  • Body By Vi Challenge Info Line:     Dial: (507) 726-3700
  • Body By Vi Challenge Presentation:    Watch: www.overview.visalus.com
  • Getting Started Training:    Watch: www.gst.visalus.com
  • Vi-Net (ViSalus Online Community/Back Office) Demo Log in: www.myvinet.com
    • Username: visalusdemo
    • Password: DEMO1234

o   ViSalus momentum curve started Jan 2010.  Company revenue grew 34% in January, 26% in February, 55% in March (152% overall in Quarter 1), 10% in April, & 26% in May.  Projected to be in full momentum late 2010.

o   Retention levels at an all time high.  Body by Vi Customers are retaining an average of 25% higher than any other customer in company’s 5 year history.  100% of Distributors who achieve the “Refer 3, Get your next month free” promotion remain Active.

o   Overall company autoship volume is growing an average of 22% a month.

o   Company is seeing new record highs in both new Distributor and new Customer enrollment every month.

o   Rank promotions at an all time company high.  In Q1, ViSalus saw its first ever 3 Star Ambassador, 2 new 2 Star  Ambassadors, 4 new 1 Star Ambassadors, 6 new Ambassadors,  9 new Presidential Directors, 23 new National Directors,  127 new BMW qualifiers & 558 new Rising Stars!

o   Company surpassed the 1,000 mark in BMW qualifiers

o   Over $1,000,000 in just Ambassador Bonuses expected to be awarded on stage at Vitality in July just for 2010 production.

o   The Body by Vi Challenge has helped people lose approximately 2 Million pounds since launch!

• Culture & Community First

o   ViSalus positions itself as more than a company, it’s a cause driven community.

o   ViSalus = literally translated means, Life, Health & Prosperity. These are the 3 core cultural values.

§  Life: Creating new experiences, building great relationships & ongoing personal development

§  Health: Equipping people with the education, products, and support to embody health.

§  Prosperity: Educating people on entrepreneurship, providing a path to time and financial freedom, and giving back.

o   ViSalus attracts high influencers in the business world, while also developing first time entrepreneurs.

o   Majority of ViSalus top income earners are first timers to Direct Sales.

o   Dominant values are integrity, excellence, & authenticity.

o   Culture radiates youthful energy, innovative thinking, fun, empowerment, and many often refer to the community as “family-like.”

o   The Mission: http://www.visalus.com/about/our_mission/

o   The ViSalus Constitution:  http://www.visalus.com/pdf/vi-constitution.pdf

• The “Body by Vi” Challenge – The Perfect Message for Today’s Consumer!

o   ViSalus is the best in the world at a 90 Day Transformation Challenge!  Body by Vi Challenge Website:  www.bodybyvi.com

o   Designed to help a person with their Weight Management, Active Lifestyle and/or Fitness/Performance goals.

o   Over $100,000 a year in Cash, Cruises, Prizes, Hollywood Makeover Experiences, & more given to Challenge Participants with best transformations!

§  Challenge Prizes:  http://www.visalus.com/bbvi/prizes/

o   Programs and Price points are designed to attract the mass market and appeal to the new consumer.

o   The simplicity of the program guidelines (“a shake a day!”) yield better compliance & higher retention than competitors.

o   Since the shake replaces a meal, being on the Challenge actually SAVES a customer money off their grocery and eating out bills. Simple message….Get healthy, SAVE MONEY!

o   Expanding Market: 66% of U.S. is overweight. Over 30% Clinically Obese.

§  2009 Obesity Report:  http://healthyamericans.org/reports/obesity2009/Obesity2009Report.pdf

o   Results & Success Stories!  http://www.visalus.com/bbvi/success/

o   Body Bi Vi FAQ’s: http://www.visalus.com/docs/bbvi/bbvi_faq.pdf

• Disappearing Autoship! – “The Holy Grail of Direct Sales”

o   Innovators of the viral “Refer 3, get your next month FREE!” customer campaign that removes objections & boosts retention.

§  Both Customers and Distributors can refer 3 other Customers and get their auto ship for FREE every month.

§  Removes barrier of entry and #1 reason why a Distributor would quit.

§  100% of Distributors who achieve the “Refer 3, Get your next month free” promotion have remained Active.

§  Promotion has lead to the average product revenue generated per Distributor to be over $300/ month!

§  Fills network with real customers, which increases longevity, stability, and residual income.

• Real Science:  ViSalus Scientific Advisory Board

o   Head of Scientific Advisory Board: Dr. Michael Seidman MD FACS

§  Voted among top 1% of all doctors in America

§  Chairman of a multibillion dollar medical facility in Michigan

§  Consultant to the NFL, NHL, MLB and other professional sporting leagues

§  Funded by large institutions like the National Institutes of Health since 1981

• Learn about Dr. Seidman: http://www.visalus.com/products/theScience.asp?sub1=aboutDrSeidman&imgSrc=1&referrer=
• Watch Dr. Seidman: http://myvi.net/mediali.aspx?id=20200

o   Another Member of Scientific Advisory Board: Dr. Steven Witherly, Ph.D.

§  Ph.D. in Human Nutrition, M.S. Food Science, B.S Nutrition & Dietetics

§  Was formally the Vice President of New Product Development for  Herbalife International

§  Served as Director of R & D for Nutrilite Division of Amway Corporation.

§  Was Manager of Scientific Research for well known multibillion dollar international food company.

§  Over 25 years of Professional Product Development Experience.

§  Author of the book “Why Humans Like Junk Food”

• Emotional Products – Real Results!

o   Exclusive, patented products with universal appeal and growing demand, backed by real science & success stories.

o   ViSalus has over 22 product SKU’s with 5 patent applications. Ongoing new product development.

o   ViSalus simplifies its product message by promoting 4 Body by Vi Challenge Kits created to support all 90 day Challenge goals.

o   All Challenge Kits offer discounted pricing, the ability to “refer 3 and get your next moth free,” and access to online and offline tools, articles, trainings, and community support.

o   Challenge Kit Information Sheet: http://www.visalus.com/docs/bbvi/bbvi_sell_sheet.pdf

o   Balance Kit – $81 in value for only $49. Contains 30 healthy meals for overall balanced nutrition.

§  Features Vi – Shape – “A shake mix that tastes like a cake mix”

• Meal Replacement – One Shake a Day. It actually SAVES you money to take it.
• One Vi Shape Shake is the nutritional equitant of: 7 egg whites, 1 cup milk, 1 whole wheat muffin, 1 glass orange juice, 1 tomato,1 cup broccoli, 1 cup spinach, 3.5 oz. beef…..
• Proprietary ‘TriSorb Protein Blend” works to builds lean muscle and prevent muscle loss.
• Lower sodium, lower carbs, lower sugar, more fiber, more digestive enzymes, and higher quality protein than competitors.
• Promotes an “alkaline neutralizing” effect.
• Sweet Cream flavor. Can add variety and focused health benefits with patent pending Health Flavor Mix-Ins.
• Ingredients: http://visalus.com/health/weight_management/ingredients.aspx
• Compare: http://visalus.com/pdf/compare_tss.pdf
• Video: http://myvi.net/mediali.aspx?id=33047

o   Shape Kit - $155 in value for only $99.  Contains 60 meals designed to help reshape your body and generate faster results.

§  Meal Replacement  - Two Shakes a day plus more variety with additional Health Flavors.

o   Core Kit – $305 in value for only $199.  Perfect for maintaining an active lifestyle and the ultimate lifelong maintenance program.

§  Also Features NEURO “Smart Energy”

• Unique, patent-pending herb based energy drink mix designed to awaken the brain and fight fatigue without the jitters.
• TREND: Energy Drink market projected double in less than 5 years.
• Healthy niche: No sugar added, 1 gram carbs, 5 calories, all-natural flavor and color! 2 great-tasting flavors!
• Portable “on the go” packet that mixes easily in water, iced tea, hot tea, or any beverage.
• Ingredients: http://visalus.com/health/performance/ingredients.aspx
• Compare: http://www.visalus.com/products/productLines.asp?sub1=neuro&imgSrc=1

§  Also Features – Vi-pak™ “Patented Anti Aging & Energy System”

• Patented Anti-Aging & Energy Complex
• Chelated Multi Mineral & Vitamin Formula
• 26 different Super Charged Anti-Oxidants
• Double Distilled Essential Oils
• Ingredients: http://visalus.com/health/nutrition/ingredients.aspx
• Independent Lab ORAC Test:  http://visalus.com/pdf/visalus_vipak_brunswick.pdf
• Compare: http://visalus.com/pdf/compare_vipak.pdf

o   Transformation Kit - $375 in value for only $249.  Everything you need for total transformation!

§  Also Features Vi-Trim appetite suppressant.

• Mixes tasteless, colorless, & odorless into any liquid.
• Helps to calm hunger between meals
• Formula designed to elevate mood to assist in the stress of dieting.
• Ingredients:  http://myvi.net/user.images/FusionAcademy/23/5123/5123/visalus_TSS.pdf

§  Also Features Vi- Slim

• Provides healthy boost to metabolism to help burn fat and promotes lean muscle mass.
• Ephedra and stimulant free. Won’t cause jitters that other brands can.
• Contains Yerba Mate extract, a powerful herbal antioxidant.
• Ingredients:  http://myvi.net/user.images/FusionAcademy/23/5123/5123/visalus_TSS.pdf

o   NEWLY LAUNCHED: ViSalus Nutra-Cookie

• Perfect healthy snack for Adults and kids alike.
• Snack category is projected to go from  to
• 9g of Tri-Sorb Protein, Antioxidants, 5 grams of Fiber, Prebiotics, only 150 Calories.
• Tastes amazing! Chocolate Chip & Oatmeal Raisin
• Ingredients:  http://myvi.net/FusionAcademy/detail.aspx?id=577
• Videos: http://myvi.net/mediali.aspx?id=37044 & http://myvi.net/mediali.aspx?id=37067

• Staying Power:  Billion Dollar Stability meets Ground Floor Opportunity!

• • ViSalus™ is a part of the Blyth, Inc Family of Direct Selling Brands.

§  Blyth (Ticker: BTH. Website www.blyth.com) is a $1.2 Billion, Publicly traded holding company with nearly 20 years of Direct Selling experience.

§  ViSalus™ has full access to Blyth capital, legal, treasury, personal resources & infrastructure across the globe.

§  Blyth Chairmen, Rob Goergen, was recognized as one of Forbes 400 Wealthiest People in the world and shares ViSalus value of giving back and promoting entrepreneurship. He endowed the Wharton School of Entrepreneurship (The Goergen School) with over $25M.

o   ViSalus™ was founded in 2005 by three young, dynamic Founders who are all very proactive in supporting the Distributor leaders.

• • • Ryan Blair – ViSalus™ CEO Ryan Blair has an amazing, inspirational story and documented entrepreneurial track record. www.ryanblair.com
      Sold his third company at age 27 for $25 Million.
      Media Highlights:   http://myvi.net/mediali.aspx?id=20296
      Ryan Blair on “The Big Idea – The American Dream” with Ivanka Trump:  http://myvi.net/mediali.aspx?id=20292
    • Blake Mallen – Over a decade in Direct Sales. Systematic and strategic approach to building teams. Multimillionaire by mid 20′s.  www.blakemallen.com
    • Nick Sarnicola – Over 12 years in Direct Sales. Pre ViSalus, was the Distributor Top Income Earner of a large Direct Sales Company. Multimillionaire by mid 20′s.   www.nicksarnicola.com
  • Solid and Diverse Executive Team

§  ViSalus COO/President, John Purdy, was a Senior Executive at Amway for 15 years and Herbalife for 13 years.  Press Release:  http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3612574.htm

§  ViSalus™ SVP of Finance, John Tolmie, oversaw $1 Billion North America Financial Operations for $4 Billion company Allied Domecq.

§  ViSalus™ SVP of Marketing, Audrey Sommerfeld, was upper management for Neutrogena, Proctor & Gamble, J&J, and Herbalife.

§  Other ViSalus Executives include former head of Herbalife International Licensing Team, Herbalife Global logistics, ACN Business Analyst, Herbalife Event Production Team, and Herbalife R&D members.

• • • View ViSalus Executive Team and Board of Director Bios:  http://www.visalus.com/about/executive_team/
  • Five years old. Over 50K members enrolled. Majority of Distributors and Top Earners had no prior networking experience. Solid infrastructure, but just starting to hit the momentum phase.
  • Preparing for the start of global expansion on the back of Blyth infrastructure in 2010.

• - The Next Generation of Networking Tools!

o   ViSalus is the industry leader in integrating web 2.0 & social media with its next generation back office – Vi-Net!

o   Vi-Net is the entire ViSalus Community ONLINE!

§  Watch: http://myvi.net/mediali.aspx?id=15309

§  Highlighted in Network Marketing Business Journal & Direct Selling News.

o   Vi-Net Feature Highlights:

§  Facebook-like Vi-Net profiles for every ViSalus Customer & Distributor

§  Community page that shows status, videos, photos, & blogs posted by the entire ViSalus community.

§  One click “share” button to email, Twitter, or Facebook any piece of media to team or prospects.

§  Marketing Center to manage multiple ViSalus WebPages, email campaigns, & prospect manager

§  Training Center with company and Distributor generated library of online video training.

§  Health and customer tools & education.

§  Real time customer & group management reports and charts.

§  Real time “what’s going on” feed displaying team activity.

o   ViSalus teaching Social Media Marketing and how to promote the Challenge and make money via websites like Facebook & Twitter.

o   See What’s Going on in the Vi-Net Community Right now!

§  DEMO Log in

• Visit: www.myvinet.com
• Log in:  visalusdemo  Password: DEMO1234
• 21^st Century Compensation Plan with REAL WEEKLY PAY!

• • FAST WEEKLY PAY CYCLE. Orders in by Thursday night are paid on Monday!
  • ViSalus™ Prosperity Card option (Real Time Commissions!)
  • 60% of volume from any one leg counts toward achieving the next rank.
  • Earn True percentages (dollar for dollar BV) on ALL LEGS.
  • No Width or Depth cap in structure or income.
  • 8 levels of 5% residual payouts with compression.
  • Infinity style payout at Ambassador .
  • 2% Leadership Revenue Pool paid MONTHLY!  2% Weekly Enroller’s Pool earned at any rank paid WEEKLY!
  • $25K Bonus at Ambassador, $100,000 Bonus at 3 Star Ambassador, $250,000 Bonus at 5 Star Ambassador.
  • Great Awards, Incentive & Recognition programs to create a culture of fun and lifestyle!
    • Simple to win annual “Vi-Cruise.”  Watch a http://myvi.net/mediali.aspx?id=15303
    • View pictures of some past events and promotions: http://www.visalus.com/opportunity/photos.asp
    • Watch past rewards http://myvi.net/mediali.aspx?id=15307

o   Compensation Plan Summary: https://www.visalus.com/office/documents/pdf/vi110_CompPlanDiagram.pdf

• Bimmer Fever! The ViSalus  Bimmer Club!
• ViSalus Academy – SUCCESS Training!

• • The most realistically achievable car incentive program in the industry!!
  • Over 1,000 people have already qualified for a ViSalus BMW!
  • Only need $12,500 in group volume within your network (Regional Director) to qualify for $600 ViSalus LIFETIME BMW Bonus!
    • Watch: http://www.visalus.com/opportunity/bimmerClub.asp
    • Bimmer Club Testimonies:  http://www.visalus.com/opportunity/bimmerMembers.asp

o   Training, Mentorship & Personal Development based culture

o   ViSalus offers comprehensive qualification based training and education through its Academy.

o   One unified, nationwide, Training System that is simple, effective, & easy to duplicate.

o   Training and ongoing mentorship is done through phone, webinar, online video, and live local, regional, & national events.

o   Nationwide “open” company event calendar. Leverage events across the US: http://www.visalus.com/opportunity/calendar/

o   ViSalus also partnered with SUCCESS, Inc. and provides Distributors with monthly SUCCESS magazine, audio books, ViSalus message, and access to online SUCCESS audio library.

• Giving Back! – Body by Vi Community Challenge

o   As people are setting personal health goals, the Community Challenge is to help raise 1,000,000 meals for kids in need.

o   Can donate 30 healthy meals to Kids in  need for $24

o   ViSalus matches every meal for a meal.

o   Meals go to help underserved kids of local markets.

o   ViSalus Distributors select local causes and are invited to help participate.

o   Website: http://www.visalus.com/bbvi/community/

o   Video: http://myvi.net/mediali.aspx?id=36824

• Media/Press

o   ViSalus Newsroom Archive:  http://visalus.com/about/newsroom/

“There are two massive undercurrents brewing in our country today: the need to change the way we eat, and the need for new entrepreneurs. The company best positioned ahead of these trends will be the next Billion Dollar Company”