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Tealightful®
Copyright Jeffrey Babener www.mlmlegal.com
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Founding Story
Tealightful® is located in Rochester, New York. Charlene Phillips is the founder and CEO of Tealightful®. In November of 2000, she was pregnant with her second child and already had a one year old. She wanted to stay home (www.mlmlegal.com) with her kids without putting financial stress on her family. During the following months she had many tea parties, complete with scones, and that is what made her think of taking her company network marketing. Her husband helped to create the scones with a special ingredient and they made their own packaging.
Impact on the Industry
Tealightful® is a member of the Direct Selling Association and the Direct Selling Women’s Association. Tealightful® has been recognized by USA Today and has been featured on television.
Discussion of Products
Tealightful® sells loose teas, scones, china tasting cups, plates, china teapots for serving tea, and a centerpiece. Tealightful® offers fundraiser and bridal registries.
Discussion of Opportunity
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Discussion of Distributor Base and Sales Volume in U.S.
The company operates in 45 states. Tealightful® has (www.mlmlegal.com) over 100 consultants.
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