Brent Kugler, Partner at Scheef & Stone, LLP, moderated the Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Workshop at DSU Spring 2026, held April 14–16 in Dallas, Texas.
The workshop brought together legal and compliance leaders from across the direct selling industry to address evolving regulatory frameworks, risk management strategies, and operational best practices. Designed for executives, legal teams, and compliance professionals, the session focused on practical approaches to navigating an increasingly complex regulatory environment.
As moderator, Kugler helped guide discussions among a panel of industry professionals, covering key topics such as compliance program development, regulatory trends, and the integration of technology—including AI—into compliance operations.
Kugler brings more than two decades of experience advising direct selling companies on regulatory issues, distributor policies, compensation structures, and risk management. His background includes serving as general counsel for a large multi-level marketing company, offering a practical, in-house perspective on the challenges organizations face.
Direct Selling News’s DSU Spring event is recognized as a leading forum for industry education and collaboration, bringing together executives and advisors to share insights and strengthen best practices across the channel.
Scheef & Stone is proud to support industry dialogue and contribute to conversations shaping the future of compliance in direct selling