DSWA Advisory Board
The Industry’s Best Are Working For You!
The DSWA Advisory Board is comprised of a team of distinguished executives and industry leaders. These individuals have been selected to help shape the future of the Alliance by increasing its visibility and providing expert guidance on how the DSWA can better serve their members and the profession.
Anthony McIntosh
President & COO, Uprys
Anthony McIntosh serves as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of UpRys, a team of professional thought leaders dedicated to elevating organizations through people, process, and technology expertise. With over 30 years of experience in business leadership and strategy, Anthony has honed his expertise across diverse industries and organizational functions, from nonprofits to Fortune 500 companies.
Before joining UpRys, Anthony founded SSE Advisors, a strategic business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations achieve sustainable success. His deep expertise in business processes, leadership, and strategic planning enables him to address complex client challenges with a thoughtful and effective approach.
As President and COO of UpRys, Anthony champions inclusive leadership, fostering a team environment that thrives on innovation and collaboration. Under his guidance, alongside CEO Keith Stevens, UpRys has earned various recognition —demonstrating the organization’s commitment to excellence, community impact, and growth.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Anthony is engaged in community service. He serves as Board Vice President for the Central Ohio African American Chamber of Commerce (COAACC) and as a Board Member for the Columbus Metropolitan Club.
Bobbie Wasserman
Founder, BH Global Inc. and Single Lady Estates
Bobbie earned an MBA in Finance from USC and a BA in Economics from UCLA. She is currently a dynamic leader in corporate communications and the founder of Single Lady Estates®. With a career spanning over 20 years, Bobbie combines her expertise in strategic communications with her passion for advocacy and innovation.
As an award-winning public relations executive, Bobbie has shaped the communications landscape for global brands and emerging leaders. A veteran of top-tier agencies, she served as Vice President in the Public Affairs and Corporate Reputation & Crisis Management practices. Transitioning to the direct selling industry, she brought her expertise to companies like Arbonne, Organo, Youngevity and multiple start-ups, where she established infrastructure and directed global communications efforts during periods of hyper-growth. She continues to consult on corporate, field and crisis communications through her consulting company, BH Global Inc.
In 2021, Bobbie founded Single Lady Estates®, a groundbreaking initiative solving specific pain points for women in homeownership. Under her leadership, Single Lady Estates® is redefining the homeownership landscape by offering innovative services and fostering a supportive community.
Mark Victor Hansen
President, Hansen Institute
For over 28 years, Mark Victor Hansen has focused solely on helping people in all walks of life reshape their personal vision of what’s possible. From Bangladesh to Birmingham, Mark’s keynote messages of possibility, opportunity, and action have helped create startling and powerful changes in more than 2 million people in 38 countries.
Mark Victor Hansen has been called one of the “Top 10 Greatest Motivational Speakers.” He has been inducted into the highly acclaimed circle of Horatio Alger recipients in honor of the remarkable path of service, contribution, and accomplishment he has created for himself.
Mark Victor Hansen is enthusiastic about his involvement on the DSWA Board of Advisors and looks forward to making a significant contribution to the Alliance’s efforts to elevate this rapidly growing and life-changing industry. Visit Mark’s web site for more information.
Nancy Tobler
Editor-in-Chief, MLM.com
Nancy Tobler has been MLM.com Editor-in-chief since 2018. She started there in 2001 as Editor. Over the years, she has contributed over 70 articles to MLM.com on a wide range of subjects. In 2018 she began to perform as guest host for the MLM.com podcast. Nancy prides herself on keeping up with industry trends and issues.
Nancy also serves as a Commission Analyst at InfoTrax Systems—the top provider of MLM compensation plan software. InfoTrax has consulted on hundreds of commission plans. In her role as Commission Analysis, Nancy digs into the data to see how commission plans reward distributor behavior. InfoTrax commission analysis includes comparing commission plans, analyzing existing plans, modeling changes or new plans, and providing insight into effectiveness of plans.
Nancy earned a PhD in Organizational Communication from the University of Utah. She taught at Utah Valley University for eight years. She also taught at Utah State University. She was an adjunct professor at the University of Utah and Westminster College.
Paul J. Adams
President & CEO , Adams Resource Group, Inc.
Paul J. Adams is the President/CEO of Adams Resource Group, Inc., a company he formed in 2017 to consult with direct selling companies on their marketing / communications and management strategies. He has been actively involved in the direct selling channel for over 32 years, serving as the head of marketing, sales and general management for one of the largest supplier/partners in the industry, SUCCESS Partners prior to forming Adams Resource Group.
Paul has worked with hundreds of companies, from pre-start up to industry giants from all segments of the industry and considers himself a student and teacher of best practices in the channel. Working closely with CEO’s and executive teams, he and his company are now clearly focused on helping create companies designed for the future.
Rodney Brandt
Co-Founder, WebBrand
Rodney Brandt is a professional marketer who helps others find their voice, tell their story, and apply their message to their business and personal goals. His company, WebBrand, produces marketing and online training tools for the business to business and business to consumer markets, with an emphasis on the direct selling profession. One of those tools is Direct Selling Indicator, an online assessment that helps direct sellers understand how their foundational beliefs are helping or hurting their business.
Rod’s core strengths are helping companies with their corporate storytelling, training and staff development. Prior to starting his business, Rod held several public sector positions in marketing, public relations and public education. That vast experience includes stints in higher education, intercollegiate athletics and child welfare.