Synergy WorldWide traveled to Kentucky to personally congratulate the newest SLMsmart 90-day Challenge Champion Eric Poland and learn more about his SLMsmart journey. A devoted family man and employee of the only Corvette manufacturing plant in the world, Eric lost 40 lbs. (20% of his starting body weight) and 7 inches from his waist.
Eric’s success of this year sets an important example for many, as this was NOT his first attempt to lose weight. In fact, Eric participated in last year’s SLMsmart Challenge, the year Eva Miller won her well-deserved grand prize. That year, 2015, Eric was able to lose an impressive 20 lbs. but lost momentum halfway through the competition after experiencing family and employment challenges. Remarkably, Eric was able to recommit himself a year later and become the SLMsmart Champion we celebrate today!
We commend Eric for getting “back in the saddle” this year and claiming the first place prize. Utilizing the Corvette plant’s gym during his breaks, eating a healthy diet of produce and proteins, and incorporating Synergy products into his daily regimen, Eric was able to make his weight loss goals a reality.
Enjoy the video above to see how Eric and his family have been enjoying the benefits of his newly achieved level of Elite Health.
Thanks to everyone who participated in Synergy’s 2016 SLMsmart Challenge! Enthusiastic men and women across North America set their sights on achieving healthy transformation using powerful products and nutritious foods. With money and prizes on the line, these participants experienced a 90-day journey meant to inspire life-long habits and maintainable weight management.
In the end, a panel of judges chose three winners based on before-and-after pictures and visible progress. The decision was a difficult one, as many fantastic photos were submitted by inspiring individuals. While our applause goes out to all the participants, we especially congratulate the following three Challengers for their winning achievements:
3rd Place: Trevor P.
Living not far from Synergy HQ in Utah, Trevor participated in the Challenge, hoping to find the success he hadn’t found elsewhere. Trevor had sampled more than a handful of diets throughout his lifetime, and found most to be unrealistic, discouraging, and too drastic for his lifestyle. Now, using Synergy products, and with the help of coach Tommy Bethards, Trevor achieved over 60 pounds of weight loss (20% of his starting body weight!), progress that he plans to maintain and improve upon going forward. Congratulations to Trevor on his new physique, his $250 prize, and his overall success as a SLMsmart Challenger.
2nd Place: Kevin B.
The California sun shined on Kevin over the past 90-days as he exercised, ate smart and worked toward transformation. “What a life changing experience,” said Kevin. “Great products, coaching, and work-outs.” These led Kevin to lose 34 pounds (16% of his total body weight).
Synergy Team Member and Challenge Coach Tommy Bethards remarked that “Kevin has done something which is pretty hard to do. He cut a lot of fat without losing much strength. In fact, his whole upper body looks more muscular which, to me, just shows that he was dieting the right way.
1st Place: Eric P.
With a contagious smile and a voice that sounds strikingly similar to Matthew McConaughey, Eric Poland of Kentucky has won the top prize in this year’s SLMsmart Challenge. He lost 40 pounds, 20% of his body weight and about 7 inches from his waist. What makes Eric’s story all the more interesting is that he also competed in last year’s SLMsmart Challenge and lost 20 pounds then! Unsatisfied with last year’s results, and knowing that he could do better, Eric made this second effort and gave it his all. Truly a smart decision!
Eric is a former teacher and coach, a devoted husband, a father to two beautiful, young children (one of whom has been diagnosed with special needs including cerebral palsy), and a full-time employee at the world’s only Corvette manufacturing plant. Stay tuned to our blog for more of his fantastic story and learn how he overcame obstacles to achieve greater fitness, healthier weight levels and a smarter outlook on eating and activity.
Team Members are charging full steam ahead in pursuit of becoming Elite Honors qualified for the first time or maintaining the Elite Honors title. The Elite Honors program is streamlining the way organizations do business with Synergy WordWide while maximizing each Team Member’s earning potential. Team Members following the program are seeing the extra rewards that are made possible through the Go Elite promotion as they continue doing what they’ve been doing all along—building their Synergy businesses.
Congratulations to the May 2016 qualifiers!
Qualify for Elite Honors 1 out of 12 months and receive an Elite Honors pin, recognition letter, and online recognition. Qualify 3 out of 12 months and receive an Elite Honors Club Card, which can be used for a number of event perks, including VIP registration, special product promotions, and more!
12x Qualifiers
David Johnston
Dan Hammer
Steve & Roxanne Seely
Mark Comer
11x Qualifiers
Dianne Sandberg
10x Qualifiers
Dane Iorg
Lor Pace
K. Roger Carter
9x Qualifiers
David Munoz
8x Qualifiers
Daniel Priem
Belva Snow
Gwen Brown
Dr. Charina Holmes
Sandra Kerner
7x Qualifiers
Judy Feldhausen
6x Qualifiers
Susan Bober
Jean Lavallie
Dan Schellkopf
Sandra Rangel
Matt Lewis
Dwayne Loberg
5x Qualifiers
Dr. Prendergast
Pete Miller
Eva Miller
Robert Wischmeier
Dwayne Schmidek
Cliff Rosang
Joy Matwyshen
Mary Blakley
Anna Bergman
Dr. David Sim
Willa F. Holgate
Alex Medin
Dr. Jack Kucheran
Dr. Katheline Nash
Michael Quigg
Heath Johnston
Dr. Lyle Marcus-Love
Lise Quigg
Bonnie Tompkins
Daniel J. McNabb
Nathan Fowers
Jared Chadburn
Kim Kanazawa
Scott Rosang
Dr. Fred Gardner
Marion Sczesny
Dr. Derek Southers
4x Qualifiers
Richard M. Hartley
Reed Burnett
Brent Burnett
Joel Estrellado
Patrick Harms
Richard Matwyshen
Daniel Driedger
Dr. Patrick McCuaig
Edward Pula
Sarah Harms
Michelle Morrison
Dr. Glenn Clearie
Dr. Richard Johnson
Joel MD
Dr. Anthony Bianchi
Ben Bills
3x Qualifiers
David Davidson
Brian Workman
Janice Marie Smith
Kerry Heitkotter
Kurt Ochsner
Dr. Tim Bogren
Dawn Bruce
Dr. Mark Warta
Dr. George Kosmides
John Paystrup
Michael T. Jacobson
Rick Cox
John Williams
Marty Robbins
Joyce Johnson
Marilinda Hales
Joe Brach
Nancy Chavez
Mindy Weber
Carole Burnett
Susan Bianchi
Dr. Terry Tolle
2x Qualifiers
Encore Health
Sherry Burns
Linda Hansen
Curtis Crough
Pamela Krajnik
Dondee Duncan
Michael Billauer
Tommy Dunn
George Bellack
Dr. Jeff Lupo
Dr.William Hood
Eric Cumbie
Rodney Garnett
Harlan Kamekona
Keiona Holland
Troy Hennessy
Roxanne Thornton
Lamont Hooks
Amber Jones
Darvel Fielding
1x Qualifiers
Sean Fuller
Kellie Turley
Norman West
Dawn Norton
Roger Hunt
Anne Hula
Wesley Anzai
Nathan Yoder
Christine Houston
Jerry Ulrich
Dr. Serena Singer
Deborah Jenson
Vivian N. Szczepankowski
Dianna Wimberly
Jan-Erik Ekornes
Ana Eiras
Merlene Woodland
Wendy Robinson
David Cooper
Gerard Mirandilla
John Pershing Smith
Vincent Leslie
Victor Borkacki
Jim McKoy
Margaret Rebo
Valeriy Pukhovich
Pamela Maxwell
Lilli Pease
Lisa Ortiz
Sara Kinney
Jade Santos
Jose Iribe
Linda Lacuran
Rose Warren
Kathryn Collette
Shannon Nixon
Tammy Akillano
Jeremy Christiansen
Izabel Salazer
Mike Hales
Caleb Ricca
Daniel Arana
Margaret Bailey
Carol Jeffries
Melinda Wood
Shane Logan
Christi Logan
Heather Garcia
Johnetta Jackson
Amber Riley
Sheila Williams
Adam Harvick
To learn more about Elite Honors and the Go Elite Promotion, click here.
We are seeing great activity in June already. Let’s keep the momentum going! Train your team on the importance of becoming Elite Honors qualified through the Synergy Opportunity Webinar as you achieve this highly sought after title yourself. Can’t wait to see the success that this month brings.
Congratulations to everyone who has achieved Elite Honors so far and a special congratulations to those who have achieved Elite Honors multiple times. We are impressed by your work ethic and belief, and we thank you for the examples you are to all those working toward building their Synergy businesses.
Congratulations to the following Team Members throughout the United States and Canada. We look forward to your continued triumphs this year!
Rank Advancements
Team Director
Jacquelyn Bartlett
Team Leader
Keiona Holland
Gold
Merlene Woodland
Keiona Holland
Silver
Keiona Holland
John Pershing Smith
Margaret Rebo
Bronze
Scott Robinson
Roxanne Thornton
Lamont Hooks
John Pershing Smith
Margaret Rebo
Jose Iribe
Star
Nathan Cabero
Todd Langston
Mary Lucas
Manuel Valdez
Bob Bontilao
Gerard Mirandilla
Sheryll Mizell
Anna Bontrager
Roger Davis
Mose E. Shetler
Arthur Beard
Arthur Devore
John Pershing Smith
Vincent M. Leslie
Margaret Rebo
Valeriy Pukhovich
Jose Iribe
Margaret Bailey
Heather Garcia
Top Recruiters Top North American Team Members (in order) that personally sponsored the most new Team Members
Sandra Kerner
John Pershing Smith
Nathan Fowers
Mark Comer
Keiona Holland
Jose Iribe
Margaret Bailey
Eric Cumbie
Rodney Garnett
Gerard Mirandilla
Rick Cox
Gwen Brown
Vincent Leslie
Jim McKoy
Bob Bontilao
Top Team Builders Team Members (in order) with the most personally sponsored rank advancements
Michael Jamison
Jay Garlick
Dr. Vincent Ray Vincente
Darvel Fielding
Mountains, rivers, valleys, wildflowers, trees, lakes, wildlife—the outdoors are calling! It’s the perfect time of the year to get outside and enjoy the beauty around you. Did you know that simply spending time in nature is actually beneficial to your mental and physical health? Check out these remarkable benefits you will experience by getting out of your house and basking in the tranquility of the natural world.
1. Improved Memory and Concentration
Clearly, there’s something about fresh air and an open landscape that does the brain good. Here’s proof. In a study conducted by the University of Michigan, a group of students were issued a memory test and then split into two groups upon completing the test. Both groups went for a walk. One group went on a walk through the forest while the other group went through the city. Upon completing their walks, they took the memory test again. Those who walked through the forest scored higher on the test than those who didn’t.
Restored Energy
Researchers call the occasional brain fogs you experience “mental fatigue.” You know, the feeling you get when you completely forget your train of thought. Exposing your mind to natural environments can have a restorative effect on mental energy and focus. There have even been studies suggesting that experiencing natural beauty can elicit feelings of awe and can be a quick way to provide a mental boost. Bring a pack of Synergy’s e9 formula along with you for an extra boost of natural energy.
2. Relief from Daily Stress
Countless studies have been performed to prove that spending time in nature, even looking at scene of nature from a window, lowers levels of cortisol—the “stress hormone.” Many of these studies have noticed that in connection with stress reduction, spending time in the great outdoors cultivates a positive attitude and mindfulness. As naturalist John Burroughs stated, “I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.”
3. Boosted Immune System
A study conducted in Japan in 2010 asked a group of individuals to camp outside for three days and two nights. Researchers discovered that white blood cell activity increased resulting in white blood cell production. These types of cells kill illnesses, such as cold and flu viruses, and other common infections, so take your daily dose of Mistica and head outside!
4. Improved Mental Health
Globally, about 350 million people struggle with depression and one in the three people deal with anxiety. Scientists at Stanford University published a study in Proceeding of the National Academy of Science that shows those who walked in a natural setting opposed to an urban setting had decreased activity in the subgenual prefrontal cortex, a region of the brain that focuses repeatedly on negative emotions. Many medical professionals are now suggesting nature therapy as part of prescribed mental health regimens.
The benefits of spending time outdoors are overwhelming and life-altering, so put on your hiking shoes, go birdwatching, take a dip in a lake, or relax at a campground with family and friends. It doesn’t matter what activity you choose, just make sure to take advantage of the warm seasons and claim the natural benefits the outdoors has to offer.
We’re excited to see all those who registered for this event on JUNE 3-4. It is going to be a fun and insightful weekend for everyone.
A fantastic lineup of speakers—Synergy executives and top leaders—are eager to present their messages to you:
Dan Higginson, Founder, Synergy WorldWide
Dan Norman, President, Synergy WorldWide
Staci Glovsky, VP of Marketing, NSP
Shane Greer, North America General Manager, Synergy WorldWide
Mark Comer, Tripe Presidential Executive
Dianne Leavitt, Double Presidential Executive
Paul Blad & Rudy Pedroza, Presidential Executives
Scott Brumfeld, Presidential Executive
You will walk away from this event understanding how Synergy is different from its competitors because of the science and research that validates each product. You will also understand where Synergy stands now and where it’s headed in the future. The excitement for Synergy’s new strategy is causing North America to gain momentum. We are so glad all of you will be a part of Synergy WorldWide during what will surely be an incredible period of growth.
OPEN HOUSE AGENDA
SESSION I
Friday, June 3 at Nature’s Sunshine Products HQ
3:30-4:45 p.m.
SESSION II
Friday, June 3 at Synergy WorldWide
7-9 p.m.
SESSION III
Saturday, June 4 at Synergy WorldWide
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
If you have any questions about the North America Open House, please call Customer Service:
English: (801) 769-7800 Spanish: (801) 769-7805
Remember, registration is sold out! You must be registered to attend.
Join us for our Tuesday Blitz. These Power Calls will inspire you, your team and your guests with excellent product and business success stories, plus the story of Synergy Worldwide from Synergy Founder Dan Higginson himself.
Opportunity calls every two hours, all day long starting at 9 a.m. (PDT) and 12 p.m. (EDT)
1. Join us for as many calls as possible. Call in early and introduce yourself!
2. Invite guests to each call. Introduce your guests as well before the call starts.
3. Get your guests on the phone with your upline after the call to answer their questions.
LESS THAN TWO WEEKS UNTIL THE NORTH AMERICA OPEN HOUSE BEGINS!
We’re excited to see all those who registered for this event on June 3-4. It is going to be a fun and insightful weekend for everyone.
A fantastic lineup of speakers—Synergy executives and top leaders—are eager to present their messages to you:
Dan Higginson, Founder, Synergy WorldWide
Dan Norman, President, Synergy WorldWide
Staci Glovsky, VP of Marketing, NSP
Shane Greer, North America General Manager, Synergy WorldWide
Mark Comer, Tripe Presidential Executive
Dianne Leavitt, Double Presidential Executive
Paul Blad & Rudy Pedroza, Presidential Executives
Scott Brumfeld, Presidential Executive
You will walk away from this event understanding how Synergy is different from its competitors because of the science and research that validates each product. You will also understand where Synergy stands now and where it’s headed in the future. The excitement for Synergy’s new strategy is causing North America to gain momentum. We are so glad all of you will be a part of Synergy WorldWide during what will surely be an incredible period of growth.
OPEN HOUSE AGENDA
SESSION I
Friday, June 3 at Nature’s Sunshine Products HQ
3:30-4:45 p.m.
SESSION II
Friday, June 3 at Synergy WorldWide
7-9 p.m.
SESSION III
Saturday, June 4 at Synergy WorldWide
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
If you have any questions about the North America Open House, please call Customer Service:
English: (801) 769-7800
Spanish: (801) 769-7805
Remember, registration is sold out! You must be registered to attend.
Team Members are charging full steam ahead in pursuit of becoming Elite Honors qualified for the first time or maintaining the Elite Honors title. The Elite Honors program is streamlining the way organizations do business with Synergy WordWide while maximizing each Team Member’s earning potential. Team Members following the program are seeing the extra rewards that are made possible through the Go Elite promotion as they continue doing what they’ve been doing all along—building their Synergy businesses.
Congratulations to the April 2016 qualifiers!
Qualify for Elite Honors 1 out of 12 months and receive an Elite Honors pin, recognition letter, and online recognition. Qualify 3 out of 12 months and receive an Elite Honors Club Card, which can be used for a number of event perks, including VIP registration, special product promotions, and more!
11x Qualifiers
David Johnston
Dan Hammer
Steve & Roxanne Seely
Mark Comer
10x Qualifiers
Dianne Sandberg
9x Qualifiers
Dane Iorg
Paul Blad & Rudy Pedroza
Lor Pace
Michael Burnett
K. Roger Carter
8x Qualifiers
David Munoz
7x Qualifiers
Daniel Priem
Belva Snow
Dr. Charina Holmes
Margie Dean
Sandra Kerner
6x Qualifiers
Judy Feldhausen
Brad Burnett
5x Qualifiers
Gerri Bingham
Susan Bober
Dr. David Burnett
Jean Lavallie
Dan Schellkopf
Tammy Hester
Matt Lewis
Dwayne Loberg
4x Qualifiers
Dr. Prendergast
Pete Miller
Eva Miller
Robert Wischmeier
Dwayne Schmidek
Cliff Rosang
Sherri Bergamo
Joy Matwyshen
Mary Blakley
Anna Bergman
Dr. David Sim
Willa F. Holgate
Dr. Douglas Pfeiffer
Alex Medin
Dr. Jack Kucheran
Dr. Katheline Nash
Michael Quigg
Heath Johnston
Monte R. Stamper
Dr. Lyle Marcus-Love
Lise Quigg
Bonnie Tompkins
Nathan Fowers
Jared Chadburn
Donald Clake
Kim Kanazawa
Soomee Kim
Scott Rosang
Dr. Fred Gardner
Marion Sczesny
Dr. Derek Southers
3x Qualifiers
Thomas Bethards
Richard M. Hartley
Reed Burnett
Brent Burnett
Joel Estrellado
Patrick Harms
Roxanna Madsen
David Hawthorne
Richard Matwyshen
Daniel Driedger
Ann Sandberg
Edward Pula
Sarah Harms
Donald Bergagard
Judith Allen
Dr. Glenn Clearie
Dr. Richard Johnson
Chris Chadburn
Bradon Lewis
Dr. Anthony Bianchi
Ben Bills
Tiffany Burnett
2x Qualifiers
David Davidson
Nell Lewis
Aria Bethards
Karl Ray
Keith Hampton
Dr. James A. Evans
Dr. Tim Bogren
Dr Corey Gray
Joel Higginson
Dr.George Kosmides
John Paystrup
Michael T. Jacobsen
Kevin Darden
Rick Cox
Emilia Eiras
Marty Robbins
William Burnett
Joyce Johnson
Brenda Anderson
Brandi Pijanowski
Saiza-Jo Kinney
Marilinda Hales
Matthew Kinser
Charles Brown
Mira Kim
Greg Tomlinson
Dwayne Chapman
Dr. Stan Harris
Taun Ziegler
Robert Hales
Mike Talbot
Angela Pelton
Castro Diego
Michele Moran
Cody Ingra
Thernell Mills
Alicia Limon
Monica Rargas
Nancy Chavez
Kenneth Chavez
Mindy Weber
Thalia Hall
Sam Chavez
Paul Limon
Madeline Perry
Carole Burnett
Kevin Thompson
Anastasia Haner
Alie Uriarte
Melissa Gardner
Susan Bianchi
Dr. Roy Hall
Dr. Terry Tolle
1x Qualifiers
Deb Perry
Encore Health
Nancy Kebs
Les Baldock
Freedom Enterrprise
Edward Wurtz
Dr. David Eade
Dr. Adam Williams
Vicki Schwartz
Dr. Joel Bird
Deanna Johnson
Dondee Duncan
Youngho Jang
Tommy Dunn
Diana Croft
Ernest Yoder
Dr. Benedict Maniscalco
Lara Drulle
Bonnie Chadburn
Natalie Birbeck
Mary Yak
Ock Hee Jung
Lori Heikkinen
Verdine McNeely
Norman Rodney
James Neilon
Peggy Freeman
Michelle Fuller
Leo Leger
Dr. William Hood
Asmar Townes
Pastor Jebucitwa
Jackalyn Rainosek
Penny Murphy
Ahmed Basit
Steven Lundquist
Bill Easter
Eric Cumbie
Michael Farley
Hanna Bianchi
Henry Hall
Lessie Allen
Kim Philpott
Randle Jackson
Oni Medford
Rodney Garnett Sr.
Harlan Kamekona
Stanley Williams
Ryan Payne
Alora Owler
Dorothy Manziel
Roxy Rogers-Pavey
Billie-Joe Bowles
Amber Baird
Keiona Holland
Susan Drake
James Leatham
Jessica Nixon
Cody Boudrero
Caitlin Boudrero
Troy Hennessy
Terrance Cardon
Roxanne Thornton
Lamont Hooks
Amber Jones
Darvel Fielding
Curia Thornton
Arthur Devore
Brittany Mackay
Raymon Cvaron
Kaleb Duncan
Brian Jones
Robert Dean
To learn more about Elite Honors and the Go Elite Promotion, click here.
We are seeing great activity in May. Let’s keep the momentum going! Train your team on the importance of becoming Elite Honors qualified through the Synergy Opportunity Webinar as you achieve this highly sought after title yourself. Can’t wait to see the success that this month brings.
Congratulations to everyone who has achieved Elite Honors so far and a special congratulations to those who have achieved Elite Honors multiple times. We are impressed by your work ethic and belief, and we thank you for the examples you are to all those working toward building their Synergy businesses.
Prior to becoming a Synergy Team Member, David owned the largest independent car dealership in Florida before the economic decline in 2008. As he moved from company to company, he committed to Synergy in October of 2015 and hasn’t looked back.
David has been involved in network marketing for over 20 years. His professional accomplishments span a large range of companies and personal networks.
“My friends and colleagues have seen me work with a lot of different companies, but they all tell me that they’ve never seen me work with any business like I have with Synergy,” David said.
When David’s friends and acquaintances see his dedication to Synergy, they became curious. This has led them to learn more about Synergy, and David is confident in sharing Synergy’s credibility and history. David said that Synergy’s 15 years in business, its fantastic products, its impeccable customer service, and its Nature’s Sunshine Products backing, are the reasons he plans to stay with Synergy for many more years.
The success David has seen with Synergy stems not only from his hard work, but the people he has been able to work with. David praises his sponsor Bart Woodcock for helping him achieve his current success. David also praises Synergy Founder Dan Higginson for their countless conversations, which solidified David’s firm belief in Dan as a leader.
The future of David’s Synergy business looks incredibly promising, and the legacy that he hopes to leave is as ambitious as it is charitable.
“I’d like to help others,” David said. “To help them achieve better health, and better wealth. There are a lot of people around the world who are hurting, and I can honestly say that being able to help others is the hope I have. When I found Synergy, I found a perfect vehicle that will allow us the opportunity to help those who are in need.”
David and his wife like to give back as much as they can. They donate to charities regularly and hope to open a food bank in the future.
Synergy is proud to congratulate David on advancing to the title of Team Manager and we are excited to see how his business continues to grow in the future.