DSEF Circle of Distinction Award
The DSEF Circle of Distinction Award recognizes individuals who have devoted significant years of service and have made considerable contributions to the Direct Selling Education Foundation and the direct selling industry.
2019 Recipient
Michael McDonald. Throughout his time on the DSEF Board, Michael has remained a constant passionate team player in the development and planning of DSEF business enhancements, providing input and direction exemplifying servant leadership. His focus and efforts for integrating network groups to partner with DSA Canada to heighten industry awareness has resulted in leading and participating in the Junior Achievement Trade show events and introducing and undertaking the most recent partnership with the Canadian Association of Career Educators and Employers (CACEE).
Past Recipients
| Name | Year | Company |
|---|---|---|
| Jackie McClements | 2018 | MONAT Global |
| Kathleen Mannion | 2017 | Mary Kay Cosmetics Ltd. |
| Gina Bresciani | 2016 | USANA Health Sciences |
| Susan Timmermeister | 2015 | Mary Kay Cosmetics Ltd. |
| Janice Gerol | 2014 | The Pampered Chef – Canada Corp. |
| Roberta M. Creber | 2013 | lia sophia Canada, LP |
| Rhancha Trick | 2012 | Vector Marketing Canada Corp. |
| Ross Creber | 2009 | Direct Sellers Association of Canada |
| Catherine Conides | 2007 | Lavery, de Billy LLP |
| James Kalil | 2006 | Vector Marketing Canada Corp. |
| Dr. Derek Hassay | 2005 | University of Calgary |
| Dr. Walter Good | 2004 | University of Manitoba |
| Paul J. Thériault | 2003 | Direct Sellers Association of Canada |
| Dr. Richard E. Vosburgh | 2002 | University of Guelph |
Since 1954, the Direct Sellers Association of Canada has established and upheld rigorous standards, ethics and good business practices as the recognized voice of our industry.