Tell me more about Silpada

When was Silpada Designs started?

Bonnie Kelly and Teresa Walsh, Silpada Designs’ Co-founders, started the company in 1997 after six years of personally selling jewelry at Parties. So many women said, “I want your job!” that they decided they had to share the opportunity with others. Thus, the company was born. Now, we have Corporate Offices in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

What does “Silpada” mean?

When Bonnie and Teresa started the company, they made up the name “Silpada.” In the years since, “Silpada” has evolved into a life-changing business opportunity that offers handcrafted .925 Sterling Silver Jewelry, as well as financial freedom, flexibility and friendship.

What makes Silpada Designs Jewelry unique?

Bonnie and Teresa work with artisans from all over the world to design Silpada’s unique Sterling Silver Jewelry. Because the jewelry and extraordinary accessories are handcrafted, each piece varies. Individual artisan details make each piece slightly different from the next. That is what millions of Customers love about our products.

What is a Silpada Designs Home Party like?

A Silpada Party is unique in the direct sales industry. There is no formal presentation and no pressure. Guests drop in for “A Fun Ladies’ Night out Playing Dress-up with Jewelry,”® and purchase the things they like. It’s just that simple!

Is Silpada Designs Jewelry sold in retail stores?

No. Silpada Designs Jewelry is sold exclusively by independent Silpada Designs Representatives.

Who can sell Silpada Designs Jewelry?

Anyone can sell Silpada Designs Jewelry! If you like working with people and the personal satisfaction that comes from helping others achieve success, then the fabulous Silpada Business Opportunity is perfect for you!

What if I have no sales experience?

It might surprise you to know that most of our successful Representatives had never sold anything before. As Bonnie and Teresa say, “If you can wear our jewelry, you can sell our jewelry!”® Seriously, it’s that easy!

What is “Direct Sales”?

Direct sales is a method of getting a product or service to a consumer. This distribution system relies on the services of independent sales Representatives, eliminating the need for a retail outlet for the products or services. The sales through this distribution system are growing rapidly —$28.33 billion in 2009. The sales force has grown to 16.1 million.*
* Statistics from the Direct Selling Association.

Is this distribution system legal and ethical?

Absolutely! The Direct Selling Association (DSA) makes sure of that. Member companies must meet the highest ethical standards, and the DSA works with state and federal agencies to ensure that the public is protected from illegal pyramid schemes. Naturally, Silpada Designs is a proud member of the DSA.

Does the direct selling industry have a good reputation?

The direct selling industry has developed an excellent reputation over the last decade. Because of the industry’s strong emphasis on personal, one-on-one relationships between the Representative and the Customer, convenience and a high emphasis on consumer education, direct sales is custom-made for today’s busy consumer. The industry is now studied at prestigious centers of higher learning like Harvard Business School and described favorably in magazines like Fortune and newspapers like USA Today.

What is “party plan”?

Party plan is one type of direct selling. (Another type is one-on-one sales.) Party plan is one of the simplest types of business for a Representative because the host invites friends into her home or workplace to meet the Representative and purchase the products. Silpada uses party plan as our primary method of distribution. Our Representatives can also sell to individuals one-on-one.

Tell me more about becoming a Representative…

Is Silpada Designs Jewelry sold in retail stores?

No. Silpada Designs Jewelry is sold exclusively by independent Silpada Designs Representatives.

How do Representatives sell Silpada Designs Sterling Silver Jewelry?

1. HOSTESS-SPONSORED PARTY Party plan is one type of direct selling and is the most lucrative and fun way to sell. As Bonnie and Teresa like to say, it’s “A Fun Ladies’ Night out Playing Dress-up with Jewelry!”® Your Hostess invites her friends, relatives, neighbors and associates to her home. As a Representative, you simply display the jewelry and take orders! Your personal service makes the whole experience fun for everyone and rewarding for your Hostess—she can earn up to 30% of her Party’s retail sales in FREE jewelry and one item at half-price, plus she could qualify for the Booking Bonus!

2. SELL TO INDIVIDUALS Selling to individuals is a great way to supplement Home Party sales. Seeing how great you look in Silpada Jewelry will no doubt have your bank teller, dry cleaner and grocery clerk asking you, “Where did you get that great jewelry?” It’s often as easy as that! Ladies love jewelry, and they’ll love ordering more from you!

How would I start my business?

Your Sponsor will begin your training as soon as you get signed up. Invite family, friends and co-workers to host Home Parties to help you get started. You can also host a Grand Opening in your own home to get additional bookings for your new business.

What if I have no sales experience?

It might surprise you to know that most of our successful Representatives had never sold anything before. As Silpada’s Co-founders, Bonnie Kelly and Teresa Walsh, say, “If you can wear our jewelry, you can sell our jewelry!”® Seriously, it’s that easy!

How much time will it take to be a Representative?

You customize your business to your individual goals and desires. You may want a fun diversion in your already-busy life, or you may choose a career path with unlimited earning potential. Part-time or full-time—the choice is yours! Your Sponsor can help you customize a plan that’s right for you.

How will I learn what I need to know to sell Silpada?

We know you probably weren’t born knowing how to be a successful Silpada Designs Representative, so we provide the Silpada Learning System to help you get off to a great start. However you like to learn—through print, audio or video—the Silpada Learning System has got you covered. You’ll also receive coaching and encouragement from your Sponsor, your Upline leadership team and Silpada’s Corporate Office.

How can I sign up?

Complete and sign the Retail Sales Representative Application-Agreement. It outlines the Terms and Conditions of our business relationship. This Application-Agreement must be filled out, signed and returned with your Sign-up Kit Order Form and Independent Representative Information Form. Be sure to include Sponsor information if you are being sponsored by a current Silpada Designs Representative. Your Sponsor can provide you with the application and help you to get started. If you don’t have a sponsor, click here to locate a Silpada Representative near you.

Would I be an employee of Silpada Designs?

No, Representatives are Independent Contractors and they are responsible for filing their own Federal and State Income Tax. Independent Contractors may be eligible to take advantage of the tax savings of running a home-based business.

Is Silpada affiliated with a charity?

Please refer to our Giving back in Style™ section of the website for full details on the Silpada Foundation and the Polishing Off Juvenile Diabetes campaign.