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Contestant's Case to Win

Launched in 2000, The Indie Beauty Network (IBN) serves the business needs of independent (indie) manufacturers of soaps, cosmetics, fragrances, candles, jewelry and aromatherapy products. IBN's for-profit business model is patterned after traditional multi-million dollar funded non-profit organizations that serve worldwide industries. IBN translates what they do into a format that is most useful for Indie Business owners, and uses technology to provide services at a fraction of the cost.

IBN's member benefits include a state of the art affordable products liability insurance program, a state and federal legislative advocacy program, worldwide media and promotional opportunities and discounts on professional services and supplies.

IBN's founder is Donna Maria Coles Johnson, an attorney, author, motivational speaker and passionate spokesperson for entrepreneurs from all walks of life. Donna Maria is the 2003 US Small Business Administration Washington, DC Home-Based Business Advocate of the Year. She is committed to helping other families create the freedom and flexibility she now enjoys as a home-based business owner.

IBN allows Donna Maria to put her legal and award winning business counselor training to good use. Not only does her innovative spirit allow IBN to thrive, but her influence creates an environment where IBN members -- the most talented small business owners anywhere -- can make significant contributions to the billion dollar worldwide beauty products market.

IBN is an example of an innovative home-based business model that anyone can follow. Find your passion and then create a networking organization that provides valuable services at affordable prices to the best kind of business owner there is: a small or home-based business owner.

IBN has over 700 members in all 50 states and several US territories.