Wellness International Network Kick Starts 2009 Growth at 16th Annual Gala

PLANO, TX--(Marketwire - November 4, 2008) - Wellness International Network, Ltd. (WIN), an undisputed nutritional leader known for its highly concentrated omega-3 supplement WINOmeg3complex™ and top-selling weight management line BioLean® System, recently welcomed hundreds of international guests to its 16th Annual Anniversary Gala. Along with celebrating Wellness International Network's solid business foundation and continual growth, Founders Ralph Oats and Cathy Oats provided inspirational training sessions, offered networking opportunities and recognized the incredible successes of its distributors from all over the world.

"Achieving a life of physical, mental and financial wellness is something everyone wants to celebrate," shares Ralph Oats, Wellness International Network Founder. "Wellness International Network gives people the tools to help them achieve their dreams of health and wealth."

To kick off the festivities, Wellness International Network Founders Ralph Oats and Cathy Oats hosted a charity bowling event benefiting Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Hundreds of distributors from all over the world enjoyed motivating training sessions at Wellness International Network's 90,000 square-foot Corporate Headquarters in the prestigious Legacy Park campus and loved the lively, Lone Star Lounge launch party with exciting entertainment by the Texas Unlimited Band.

"It was unbelievable and unforgettable," shares Danny, a Wellness International Network distributor from the Netherlands. "The awards ceremony was super, and the trainings by Ralph Oats were tremendous. Success is all about your mind set. If you want it, you will succeed."

In addition, Wellness International Network Founders Ralph Oats and Cathy Oats recognized dozens of its top distributors at its 16th Annual Gala Awards Ceremony held at the Frisco Convention Center. Emerging leaders and consistent distributors were recognized as well as the Top 10 Earners; Top 10 Business Builders and the coveted Top 10 Producers.

Excitement also erupted when several people were awarded the Wellness Award for their extraordinary success with Wellness International Network's products and improvement of health, including a local Texas stylist named Mona, who has lost 56 pounds and 43 inches with Sure2Endure™, BioLean Free®, Winrgy®, Food For Thought®, ProXtreme™ and WINOmeg3complex™. "This business changes people's lives," shares John, a Wellness International Network distributor from the United States.

Perhaps the most moving moments came when distributors won the Giving Back Awards because of their constant charitable efforts and community involvement. For the second year in a row, European distributors presented Ralph Oats and Cathy Oats with a generous donation to the Wheelchair Foundation, continuing Wellness International Network's incredible legacy of helping others. To conclude the exceptional week, Ralph Oats and Cathy Oats welcomed Soul Tsunami, named one of Dallas' best Show and Dance Bands by Bravo Entertainment, to headline Saturday night's Gala Celebration.

"We have had a dream since we started Wellness International Network in 1992 to see how many people we could get healthy and wealthy, and we wanted to have more millionaires and multi-millionaires than any other multi-level company," shares Ralph Oats. "We've still never lost that passion to help people accomplish their goals. It will be exciting to see what heights Wellness International Network reaches in the coming year."

About Wellness International Network, Ltd. (WIN)

A privately held company specializing in health and nutritional products, Wellness International Network, Ltd. is headquartered in Plano, Texas, with its European affiliate, WIN Worldwide BV, located in Hoofddorp, Holland and its South African affiliate, Wellness International Network S.A. (Pty) Limited, located in Johannesburg, South Africa. Founded in 1992 by Ralph Oats and his wife, Cathy, WIN operates in many countries throughout North America, Europe and Africa, and is far and away the forefront leader in global network marketing. Management Team 500 Magazine recently selected Wellness International Network, Ltd. as a Top 500 company. WIN's complete nutritional line is listed in the Physicians' Desk Reference® (PDR®) for Nonprescription Drugs and Dietary Supplements, the authoritative reference for health care professionals for decades. Serious athletes are delighted to learn that WIN Worldwide BV participates in the Netherlands Security System Food Supplements Top Sport [NZVT] system with the following products: ProXtreme™, Mass Appeal™, Sure2Endure™ and Phyto-Vite®. This system controls only on a batch basis; for additional information click here. Learn more about why "It Pays to Live Well" at www.winltd.com.

Contact Information: Contact: Wellness International Network, Ltd.