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ACN News & Information

ACN International Training Event Begins in Los Angeles
North Carolina-based ACN, the world's largest direct selling telecommunications and essential services company, will host a training event for 18,000 people this weekend in Downtown Los Angeles. Geared to the company's Independent Business Owners (IBOs), the three day event, which begins May 18, requires more than 9,000 total hotel room nights and is expected to have an economic impact of $12 million citywide. Read More »

Direct Selling News ranked ACN #19 on its list of the 100 largest direct sales companies in the world!

ACN Momentum Spreads Around the World
In the span of just over a month, ACN held International Training Events in each of the 4 continents in which the company operates. ACN kicked off this "world tour" of events in North America with its International Convention in Charlotte, NC, February 18-20 with ACN's four Co-Founders. From there, Co-Founders Greg Provenzano, Robert Stevanovski and Mike Cupisz headed to Lisbon, Portugal, March 16-18 for ACN's European International Convention. Just a few days later, Mr. Provenzano visited Seoul, South Korea, for ACN's Korean National Training event before heading – with Co-Founder Tony Cupisz – to the Pacific International Training Event in Gold Coast, Australia, where this whirlwind of events and momentum wrapped up on April 1. Attendees at each of the events heard the company's latest news and announcements, as well as its vision for the future.

ACN offering of Panasonic phones makes an impact
ACN is profiled for choosing Panasonic phones for its DigitalTalk Express customers, enabling them to receive a simple, out-of-the-box phone system for small businesses. Read More »

ACN introduces new Your Business Assistant tool, SUCCESS on Demand
Through SUCCESS on Demand, a new tool in ACN's subscription-based package, Your Business Assistant, ACN Independent Business Owners receive personal development at the click of a button! Available online and on demand, IBOs have instant access to a full library of audios, videos, excerpts and ACN-specific content that's relevant to their business and their success. ACN President and Co-Founder Greg Provenzano says the company invests in personal development tools such as SUCCESS on Demand because they know the incredible impact personal development can have on people's lives.

ACN hosts International Convention in its own backyard!
ACN hosted more than 15,000 Independent Business Owners at its International Convention February 17-19, 2012, at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, NC. Attendees witnessed the company's recognition from 2011, inspiring promotions, incredible training and announcements and they even had an opportunity to tour the company's World Headquarters in Concord, NC. Special guest speakers multi-billionaire entrepreneur Donald J. Trump and Publisher of SUCCESS Magazine Darren Hardy made the weekend particularly memorable, as did the more than $106,000 donation made to the Charlotte Ronald McDonald House.

2011 Bronko Nagurski Awards Banquet, Presented by ACN, To Air On NFL Network Dec. 16
The Bronko Nagurski Trophy presented annually to the nation's top NCAA defensive football player will be formally awarded during the annual Bronko Nagurski Awards Banquet on Monday, December 12 in Charlotte. NFL Network's broadcast of the event is scheduled for Friday, December 16 at 4:30 pm ET. Read More »

ACN Meets Communication Needs of Small Businesses with DigitalTalk® Express
DigitalTalk® Express is the ideal solution for home offices and small businesses throughout the U.S., featuring all the traditional calling features a business would expect from its phone system. Read More »

ACN in USA Today
ACN is featured in the Friday/Weekend Edition of the USA Today September 23-25 as part of a special insert on the direct selling industry. The insert includes a special advertisement for ACN regarding its unique home-based business opportunity.

ACN Remembers September 11, 2001
On September 11, 2011, ACN partnered with the Charlotte Observer to commemorate the tragedy that took place one decade ago on September 11, 2001. ACN contributed by placing a one page advertisement in the special fold out section. Click here to view the advertisement.

ACN Gives Back to Charlotte During International Training Event
ACN donated more than $110,000 to the Ronald McDonald House during its recent Charlotte Event. Read More »

Success from Home magazine
ACN was featured for the sixth time in the August Issue of Success from Home magazine. With more than 80% of its content dedicated to ACN, the publication contains ACN's latest company and product information, success stories from ACN's 2011 Circle of Champions members and so much more!

Direct Selling News Ranks ACN #20 in Top 100
Direct Selling News ranked ACN #20 on its list of the top 100 direct selling companies in the world. View PDF

ACN co-founders receive DSN Bravo Award for Leadership
On April 27, 2011, ACN President and Co-Founder Greg Provenzano accepted the Direct Selling News' top award for 2010, the Bravo Award for Leadership on behalf of ACN's four Co-Founders. ACN's Co-Founders were selected above all other direct sales executives globally to accept this prestigious award.

ACN in the Wall Street Journal
On June 24, 2011, ACN was featured in the Wall Street Journal as part of a special Direct Selling News 40-page insert designed to show the strength, value and potential of the direct selling industry. ACN is featured as No. 20 on the list of top 100 direct selling companies in the world. The insert also includes a special advertisement for ACN, regarding its unique home-based business opportunity.

ACN Digital Phone Service Offers Valued Connections to Customers
ACN has enhanced its Digital Phone Service - including unlimited calling to more than 60 countries, adding faxing capabilities and more. Read more »

ACN Global Reach Charities Aces Celebrity Golf Tournament for Charity
ACN Global Reach Charities hosted an annual Celebrity Golf Tournament that raised $175,000 for the newly built Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte. Read more »

Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte Stays Connected Through ACN Global Reach Charities
ACN Global Reach Charities is providing the new house with DigitalTalk® digital phone service, Internet connection and video phones for staff and families to use... more »

Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte Opens
Families will move into the new Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte on
May 9. The community raised $9 million for construction of the home.
Read more »

Cabarrus Business Magazine
ACN's return to primetime television on The Celebrity Apprentice March 27, 2011, was featured in the Cabarrus Business Magazine. The two-hour episode featured ACN's latest video phone, along with ACN's home-based business opportunity. Read the article online »

ACN Goes Primetime with Encore Appearance on The Celebrity Apprentice
ACN will return to NBC's The Celebrity Apprentice on March 27, 2011, at 9 pm ET. The two-hour episode will feature ACN's latest video phone, along with ACN's home-based business opportunity ... more »

ACN Keeps Digital Phone Service Clear and Simple for Canadian Customers
With ACN's Home Unlimited Plan, Digital Phone Service customers in Canada can enjoy unlimited calling to 60 countries – including Canada, the U.S. and Puerto Rico – all for one low monthly rate ... more »

ACN brings low cost calls to mobile phone customers with ACN Mobile World
ACN has launched a new service to provide low-cost long distance and international calls to mobile phone users. ACN Mobile World includes both a smartphone application and a Call Back Service available on any mobile phone ... more »

ACN 3-Way Video Conferencing Adds Another Person to the Conversation
ACN has revolutionized its digital phone service again by offering 3-Way Video Conferencing on the IRIS V Video Phone – allowing customers to have a conversation with two people at the same time ... more »

ACN Offers WiMAX High Speed Internet for Customers
ACN WiMAX features the fastest wireless Internet connections in the U.S., with average mobile download speeds of 3 to 6 mbps with bursts over 10 mbps ... more »

Direct Selling News Top 100
In the June 2010 Issue, Direct Selling News ranked ACN #21 on the list of top 100 direct selling companies in the world. This exclusive reprint commemorates ACN's recognition on this distinguished list. View PDF »

Direct Selling News Spotlights ACN
In the June 2010 issue, Direct Selling News spotlights ACN for its record-setting growth despite a down economy. The article reveals why ACN is a success, covering the Co-Founders' vision when ACN was founded and how they keep ACN's Opportunity and business fresh by constantly evolving to add new products and services, extend ACN's international reach and stay on the forefront of technology. E-print »

   
 

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ACN is the world's largest direct selling telecommunications company offering highly competitive services to consumers and small businesses in North America, Europe, Pacific and now Asia.

The company's outstanding product portfolio includes:

  • Digital Phone Service with Video Phone
  • Local and Long Distance services
  • Internet
  • Wireless
  • Home Security & Automation
  • Television
  • Energy
  • ACN Mobile World
  • ACN Premium Technical Support

ACN Inc. is able to offer impressive alternatives to these services by marketing directly to consumers through thousands of commission-based Independent Business Owners worldwide who are able to distribute ACN's products at competitive prices. Co-Founders Greg Provenzano, Robert Stevanovski, Mike Cupisz and Tony Cupisz have many years of experience as independent business owners in the direct selling industry, which provides the company with a firm foundation.

Annual revenues today are more than $500 million. The company's success throughout North America led it to expand into Europe, Asia and the Pacific with operations currently in 23 countries – and growing. The company has been featured in a variety of highly respected business publications including Inc. Magazine, Success from Home, SUCCESS magazine, the Wall Street Journal and USA Today.