| Comment Number: | 522418-02699 |
| Received: | 6/16/2006 11:58:00 AM |
| Organization: | Partylite Gifts Inc |
| Commenter: | Ruth Franke |
| State: | OR |
| Subject: | Business Opportunity Rule |
| Title: | Notice of Proposed Rulemaking |
| CFR Citation: | 16 CFR Part 437 |
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Comments:
Dear FTC Comission Member I am writing to ask that you reconsider some of the requirements you are proposing to regulate the direct sales industry. I have been proud to be involved as a Partylite Consultant for 3 years. I began my Partylite business to earn extra income in a business that I own and run. The income I have earned has allowed me to cut back at my corporate job, and experience more joy in my working life. The proposals you are suggesting would make my business much more difficult and possibly impact my income. Specifically in terms of the reference requirement. I would not feel comfortable providing the personal contact information of other people in Partylite, nor would I want my own personal information given out freely. I am proud to share this very real Partylite business opportunity with others, and want to continue to easily introduce Partylite to more people who could benefit as I have. The regulations you are proposing would hinder me from doing so- and would hinder others in starting their business in the timeframe they choose. Please know that I'm thankful that we have the FTC working to protect average consumers like me, but in this case, you will be working against me, impacting my income, my future and my family's future. Please reconsider the regulations you are proposing. Respectfully yours, Ruth Franke Independent candle consultant