What is Gold School?
Gold School is an in-field, exclusive, all-day training event held quarterly for newly qualified Gold and Senior Gold Brand Ambassadors, as well as Brand Ambassadors (Gold or above) who have personally developed a Level 1 Gold or Senior Gold Brand Ambassador.
The Gold School content is developed and facilitated collaboratively by corporate and Brand Ambassadors.
The training is designed to equip Gold and Senior Gold Brand Ambassadors with the mindset and skillset to advance to Ruby. Topics include:
- Introduction to leadership
- Importance of duplication
- Daily action to advance your business
- Compensation plan fundamentals
- YES, for Success
- Navigating the Virtual Office
- Mapping your path to Ruby
Topics are subject to change.
In addition, Gold School achievers will be invited to an exclusive Gold Party that will be held at Convention. All Brand Ambassadors will be responsible for their own airfare, transportation to and from the event, and hotel expenses.
**Please note that this event will be available in English only**
How can I qualify for Gold School?
You may qualify to attend a Gold School event if you have achieved at least one of the following criteria:
- You are a newly qualified Gold Brand Ambassador.
- You are a newly qualified Senior Gold Brand Ambassador.
- You are a Brand Ambassador (Gold or above) who has personally developed a Level 1 Gold or Senior Gold Brand Ambassador
Additionally, all those who qualify to attend a Gold School event based on the criteria above must also be commission qualified:
- Current paid annual membership (PAM)
- Have at least 100 PV each month
When you qualify for Gold School, you will receive an invitation via email that contains a link to register for the event. Please note that the invitation email is separate from the Rank Advancement email.
When is Gold School?
Gold School events are held quarterly.
Next Gold School Event:
- August 5th, 2023 (must have achieved the event and registered no later than July 28, 2023)
- Registration opens at 8 am Training begins at 9 am
Future Gold School Events (dates subject to change):
- October 7th, 2023 (must have achieved the event and registered no later than September 29, 2023)
- Future Gold School dates are expected to be announced by end of September 2023.
When you register, you are registering for a specific event date. If you are unable to attend, you must cancel your registration (see “How do I cancel my registration?” below for details).
If you are unable to attend the next upcoming Gold School event, you will be able to register for a following event, up to 12 months from your initial invitation.
How do I register for Gold School?
When you qualify for Gold School, you will receive an invitation via email that contains a link to register for the event. Please note that the invitation email is separate from the Rank Advancement email.
Use the link provided in the invitation email to register for the event.
Alternatively, you may also register for Gold School by clicking here: https://plexusworldwide.cventevents.com/GSAug23 (Please Note: Only those who have qualified will be able to register for the event)
Please note: When you register, you are registering for a specific event date. If you are unable to attend, you must cancel your registration (see “How do I cancel my registration?” below for details).
How do I cancel my registration?
If you are no longer able to attend the specific Gold School event you registered for, you must cancel by the cancellation deadline listed on the registration site.
To cancel your registration:
- Log back into your registration using your email address and registration confirmation number
- Select the “Unregister” button to complete the cancellation process
Failure to cancel by the deadline may result in the forfeiture of your Gold School invitation.
How do I attend Gold Party at Convention?
Achievers of Gold School will be invited to attend Gold Party, an exclusive party held at Convention. Only achievers of Gold School (no guests) will be able to attend Gold Party.
It is not necessary to attend Gold School to attend Gold Party. Gold Party is only offered to those who have achieved Gold School within the year leading up to Convention. For more information, see “Gold School and Gold Party FAQs” below.
FAQs for Gold School February 2023
| Topic | Question | Answer |
| Registration fee | What is the registration fee to attend? | There is no registration fee. Please note, only registered invitees can attend the Gold School event program. |
| Languages | Is this training offered in Spanish or French? | This event will be available in English only. |
| Waiting List | When does registration close? | Registration will remain open until the event attendance reaches the maximum number of attendees. Once registration is full, you can request to be put on a waitlist, and should a spot open, we will notify you via email. |
| Days of training | How many days of actual training will there be? | There will be 1 full day of training. |
| Cash instead of attending | Am I able to receive cash instead of attending the event? | No, there will be no cash payout. |
| Booking my flight | Will Plexus be booking my flight to/from the Event location? | No. All invitees are responsible for their flights, as well as airport arrival and departure transportation. |
| Dress code | What is the dress code for Gold School? | We recommend business casual attire for Gold School. |
| Guests | Are we allowed to bring guests to the training program? | No. Only registered invitees who have met the qualifications can attend the Gold School program events. In addition, guests are not allowed to attend any of the event meals or receptions. |
| Mother's Room | Will a Mother's Room be available for use during the training sessions? | Gold School is an all-day training, catered to adults. There will be no dedicated spaces if any childcare is needed. If you will be traveling with children, please make arrangements for childcare during the session time. |
| Materials |
What should I plan on bringing with me for training?
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We suggest bringing the following items with you to the training sessions:
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| Topics | What specific topics will be presented at this event? |
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| Location | Where is Gold School being held? | August 2023 Gold School will be held in Bloomington, Minnesota at the Hyatt Regency Bloomington-Minneapolis. The hotel address is 3200 E 81st Street, Bloomington, MN 55425 |
| Hotel Reservations | How do I book my hotel? |
If you would like to book at the hotel, please visit the hotel website. |
| Parking at the hotel | Where do I park at the hotel? | Parking at the Hyatt Bloomington-Minneapolis is complimentary. |
| Registration (Non-Transferable) |
Can I transfer my registration to another individual if I can no longer attend? | To cancel your registration you must log back into your registration using your email and registration confirmation number. Once you are logged in select the "Unregister" button to complete the cancellation. Please note, that July 28, 2023, is the last day to cancel. |
| I Can No Longer Attend | What if I cannot attend the Gold School event for which I qualified? |
You can attend the next Gold School event. You have 12 months from your original invitation to attend Gold School. *Please note: If you are unable to attend the current training, please make plans on joining us for future training. Communication will be sent out when the next event's registration is open and available |
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Registration/Cancellation |
I achieved Gold School and received my invitation email. Can I go to any Gold School event? |
Achievers of Gold School have 12 months from the time they receive their initial invitation email to attend a Gold School event. When you receive your invitation email with the registration link, please note you are registering for a specific event/date. If you cannot attend that specific Gold School, another invitation email will be sent to you when the next Gold School event registration opens. If you register for Gold School, but cannot attend, you need to cancel by the cancellation deadline listed on the registration site. See “How do I cancel my registration” above for further details. |
| No Call No Show | If I registered for Gold School and do not show up (and I didn’t cancel by the deadline), what happens? |
If you register for a Gold School event and do not show up (or do not cancel by the deadline as stated on the registration site), you may forfeit your spot to attend future Gold School events. Furthermore, you will be placed on a waiting list, and an invitation will only be extended one month before the next event if there is space. |
Additional Gold School 2023 Qualifications FAQs
| Topic | Question | Answer |
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Qualifications (Past Gold Achievers) |
Situation: I earned 100 points and ranked up to Gold in October 2021. I then received my Rank Up email November 14, 2021. Did I fall into the qualifying window and achieve Gold School? | No. You must have achieved Gold School no earlier than November 2021. |
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Qualifications (Multiple Invites) |
Situation: I ranked up to Gold and attended Gold School in April 2022. I then ranked up to Senior Gold in May 2022. Can I attend the Gold School again in July 2022? |
Yes. You will receive a new invitation to Gold School when you:
Personally develop a Level 1 Gold or Senior Gold Brand Ambassador |
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Qualifications (Dropping in Points) |
Situation: I achieved in February 2022 with 100 points, but then dropped to 75 points in March 2022. Can I still attend Gold School? | Yes. Since the Brand Ambassador achieved Gold School in February, they would receive an invite to Gold School, regardless of points dropping the following month. |
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Qualifications (Trending Achievers) |
Situation: I know I earned 100 points in June 2022 and ranked up to Gold, but I will not get my rank-up email until the middle of July 2022, which is when there is a Gold School event. I want to attend the July Gold School, but I will not get my invitation in time. Can I go to July Gold School? |
Yes, if there is space available. Gold School invitation emails are scheduled to go out to trending achievers at the beginning of each month. |
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Qualifications (Level 2 and Above) |
Situation: I worked with someone who achieved Gold, but they are not my Level 1 (e.g., They were my Level 2).
Can I go to Gold School? |
No, only those who personally developed a Level 1 Gold or Senior Gold may attend. |
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Qualifications (Rank of Sponsor) |
Situation: I developed a Level 1 Gold, but I am a Sr. Silver. Can I attend Gold School? | No. The sponsor must be a Gold Brand Ambassador or above to be invited. |
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Qualifications (Re-entry Accounts)
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If I have a re-entry account that achieves Gold School, will I be invited? |
Yes. You will receive an invitation to Gold School when you:
This applies to re-entry accounts as well. |
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Qualifications (Attending in Place of Spouse)
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I developed a Gold or Senior Gold, but it is under my spouse’s account. Can I attend Gold School as a sponsor? |
Any Jewel Brand Ambassador that has developed a Gold or Senior Gold under their spouse’s account can attend Gold School. Please Note: This exception only applies to Jewel Brand Ambassadors. |
Official Rules
Exclusions and Exceptions
No exceptions will be made for this event outside the specified timeframes and dates. This event is for any newly qualified Gold and Senior Gold Brand Ambassadors from November 1, 2021, and any existing Gold or above Brand Ambassadors who personally develop a new Level 1 Gold or Senior Gold Brand Ambassador from November 1, 2021.
Rules and Regulations
This Event rewards your activity as a newly qualified Gold and Senior Gold Ambassador from November 1, 2021, or for personal development of a qualified Level 1 Gold or Senior Gold Brand Ambassador from November 1, 2021. Both the sponsor and achiever must be commission qualified (current paid annual membership (PAM) and have at least 100 PV each month). Chance plays no part in determining the results.
Gold School Event is offered by:
United States: Plexus Worldwide, LLC, 9145 E. Pima Center Parkway, Scottsdale, Arizona 85258
Canada: Canada: Plexus Canada, LP, 6500 Trans-Canada Highway Suite 400 Pointe-Claire, Quebec H9R0A5
Any Brand Ambassador who qualifies for Gold School and is non-compliant with the Plexus® policies and procedures will be unable to attend the event.
Random audits are at the discretion of Plexus Worldwide® and can be conducted at any time. Any returns, refunds, and declined eCheck payments will count against the Brand Ambassador qualifying for this event.
The Gold School Event is subject to these Rules and the Company’s decisions, which are final and binding in all matters related to the event.
Questions
If you have any questions, please email events@plexusworldwide.com