Comments on: A new path for SuperDu – a tribute to Robin Luymes

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Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:19:08 +0000

[...] Amway was a bit of a pioneer in the corporate blogging world when they launched first Robin Luymes Real Quixtar blog and then Beth Dornan’s Quixtar Insider blog. In December 2006 they however made what I began [...]

By: Douglas Kelly

Douglas Kelly — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:03:32 +0000

Having known Robin Luymes for over 2 years, working with Amway and Quixtar as a consultant and contractor, I can also confirm that your impressions of him are true. Mr. Luymes believes in and remains an advocate for Amway. I have met and hope to continue to consult with Robin in his pursuit of new venture as he transforms himself into an entrepreneur.

By: Leyla Kayi

Leyla Kayi — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:02:06 +0000

Having had the privilege of serving on Robin’s team, I can verify that he is as genuine as he appeared on his blog. His Super Du moniker came from a verbal stumble at a staff meeting. We enjoyed giving Robin a good ribbing about that and much more. He always put up with us in good humor.

So, here’s to Robin, my former boss, may life bring you nothing but good things.

By: Robin

Robin — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:45:38 +0000

Wow, thanks for the very kind comments! It was my great privilege to be a voice in the dialog about the Amway business and I’m sure, to some extent, that will continue even though I’m outside its corporate walls. There remain many, many people within the corporation and within the business that truly desire to pursue Rich and Jay’s original idea of helping others help themselves through an Amway business of their own.

From the earliest days in the mid-90s to this past year, I have learned a great deal about the nature of online communities and their impact on business (and personal, I suppose) reputations. I am thankful that Amway permitted me and my team to try many different things over the years to educate people online — with benefits to the business’ reputation.

Of course, we didn’t always do things the right way and learned over time how best to engage in the dialog. Hopefully, those experiences will benefit clients I hope to serve through Luymes PR.

I am also thankful for the many wonderful people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting digitally or, as in your case, personally. Meeting you and Dave and Bridgett and others in Prague for our blogger panel was one of the highlights, to be sure. It certainly brings new meaning to “storm the castle.”

Again, thanks for your comments and your support and best wishes to all who continue to have an active and productive dialog about the Amway business and how it can continually improve, helping millions around the world achieve their personal goals through a business of their own.