| Comment Number: | 522418-00649 |
| Received: | 6/3/2006 2:13:32 PM |
| Organization: | Mannatech Inc. (associate) |
| Commenter: | Maureen Cherrick |
| State: | OR |
| Subject: | Business Opportunity Rule |
| Title: | Notice of Proposed Rulemaking |
| CFR Citation: | 16 CFR Part 437 |
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Comments:
I am writing these comments regarding the proposed changes to Rule R511993 for the following reasons. I am a retired civil service employee who has been involved with this incredible innovative company since I retired 12 years ago. Not only has my health improved dramatically, but I have doubled my retirement income and found a rewarding second career. I take no drugs; my family members do not take drugs and we have better than average health. Like any business endeavor network marking takes TIME and WORK to be successful. I have been privileged to learn from worldclass doctors and scientists who are leaders in glyconutrient research. This company and this technology has been nothing but a blessing to myself and others who have taken time to learn about it and act appropriately. If the government truly wants answers to health care issues, let us continue our mission of sharing this scientific discovery with our world without undue restrictions since people are free to do their due diligence. One of the most confusing and unnecessary sections of the proposal is concerning the 7 day waiting period to enroll new associates at a cost of a maxiumum of $1099, when people who buy other, larger ticket items do not have to wait seven days. I believe this is true because Mannatech has a 90% buyback policy for all products including sales kits purchased by an associate within the first 12 months. I appreicate the work of the FTC to protect consumers from truly unscrupulous companies which come and go, but Mannatech has proven over 12 years to be a unique and hon est company bringing a new technology to those who are looking for better answers to health and wellness issues and who cannot afford insurance or who are not satisfied with the results from seeking medical care. THerefore, I believe this proposed rule has many unintended negative consequences and that there are less harmful ways to achieve its goals. Thank you. Maureen Cherrick