4Life Research is recognized as the world leader in Transfer Factor immune support research and manufacturing.
In 1996, David Lisonbee left a nutraceutical company he co founded in 1985. He confessed, "Although incredibly successful, we weren't reaching enough people. There had to be a better way!"
Through his research he discovered that the immune system was the hub, or center, of good health. The immune system is the body's way of disabling or killing disease-causing microorganisms (germs) that would otherwise destroy us. There are billions of these germs in our environment, which all of us come in contact with regularly. A healthy immune system means a healthy body and a happy life. David found that heart disease, ulcers, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, mental illness, some cancers and even obesity are all linked to menacing herms that our weak immune systems cannot handle. That's when he discovered the power of micro proteins called transfer factors and their beneficial impact on the immune system. With over 50 years of research and more than 3,000 studies and papers, transfer factors are distinctive proteins which literally transfer immune knowledge from a donor to a recipient. David also discovered that there was a patented process for extracting transfer factors from bovine (cow) colostrums. He secured an exclusive license to the patent. The strength of these amazing molecules convinced David to integrate transfer factors into the network marketing industry he knew so well. The products, Transfer Factor™ and Transfer Factor Plus™, were then developed.
In January of 1998, along with his wife, Bianca, he co founded 4Life™ Research with Transfer Factor as its flagship product. Today, 4Life Research continues to believe strongly in the future of Transfer and the impact it can have on the health of people all over the world. Hundreds of medical professionals have also discovered the power of 4Life's products and recommend them to their patients.
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In just eleven years, 4Life Research has grown to pursue its mission in more than 50 countries around the world. 4Life Research has established a major international presence, with markets in USA, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Colombia, UK, Russia, Korea, Europe, Mexico, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Philippines, Thailand and Spain. In August of 2000, 4Life Research joined forces with one of the industry leaders in nutrition and direct selling, ShapeRite®. Founded in 1989, ShapeRite® was extremely successful with its weight management products and systems.
Since 2001, 4Life products have appeared in every publication of the Non-Prescription Drugs and Dietary Supplements Physician's Desk Reference (PDR). In 2002, 4Life Transfer Factor® was featured in the publicly televised American Medical Review (AMR). In 2003, Inc. 500 Magazine named 4Life the 15th fastest growing privately held company in the United States.
To date, 4Life's "patent philosophy" accounts for two issued patents and more than 20 patents pending; tens of thousands of people around the world recognize 4Life Transfer Factor as the finest immune support product anywhere.
In 2006 David Lisonbee received the prestigious I.N. Blokhina Award for "excellence in biotechnology." Total Health magazine placed Lisonbee and 4Life® at the "forefront of immune research for more than 12 years."
In addition to creating unparalleled opportunities for its distributor base, this dynamic merger expedited 4Life's already incredible growth and synergistically strengthened their position - a position now backed by more than a decade of success, a vast high-quality product line and a management team with more than one hundred years of combined experience in the network marketing and dietary supplement industries.
Quality. What does it mean to you? To 4Life™, it means providing the best health and wellness products available in the world today. Products made with the finest, scientifically researched ingredients and proven for their effectiveness. For you, it means receiving the health support you need from supplements that you can count on for consistency and guaranteed potency each time you use them. 4Life has developed an unsurpassed quality assurance process hallmarked by stringent attention to detail. Our dedication to quality begins at the very first stages and continues throughout the entire process of product development. From growing or manufacturing the ingredients to packaging, labeling, storage and distribution, the highest standards of excellence are continually aimed for and achieved. With all of the products 4Life has to offer, you can be assured that only the finest, guaranteed potency ingredients are used and scientifically blended. Patented ingredients and proprietary extract blends are also utilized in each line, adding the power of synergy and uniqueness to our products. 4Life further ensures quality by always striving to stay on the cutting-edge of research and development. This is accomplished by utilizing a Medical Advisory Board that includes a group of some of the country's leading physicians, immunity experts, nutritionists and formulators, all of whom use the 4Life products in their personal lives and practices every day. These practicing, professionals work to further efforts in research and product development, and provide a constant influx of new information and awareness regarding current health issues. How confident are we in our ability to provide our distributors and customers with quality products? Enough to back every one of our products with a 100 percent, 30-day, money-back guarantee. These key elements describe why 4Life continues to lead the industry in product quality and consumer confidence. With your health and happiness in mind, 4Life promises that premium product quality and our commitment to complete and optimum health will be foremost in all of our corporate decisions. We fully believe that, with consistent focus on these sound principles, 4Life has and will continue to offer the best opportunity and products to people around the world.
In school, David was the one who figured things out. In adulthood, he's pretty much the same. His knack is looking at the same thing everyone else is looking at, and seeing something completely different. In looking at the immune system, he saw it needed more than nutrition - he gave it information. In looking at network marketing, he saw it needed more than product - he gave it purpose. His titles are founder and chief executive officer, but David considers his role to be more that of a "Lead explorer". The field of nutraceuticals and immune support takes daily leaps, and David's persistent curiosity constantly pushes the frontier. And he knows what he's doing. He's led other companies to repeated fame, not to mention landing 4Life at 15th of Inc. Magazine's fastest-growing privately-held company list, being named one of Utah's Entrepreneur's of the year and securing a record list of patents. In 2006, David's acclaim extended to Russia when he won the I.N. Blokhina award in honor of his commitment to Transfer Factor research, patents, and innovative production methods. Watch out for David. Once he gets going - he doesn't stop.
P.S. We thought you might also want to know about David's personal side. He's married to a fantastic woman (Co-founder Bianca Lisonbee), has give children, and three grandchildren. He received his bachelor's degree and MBA from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, but formal schooling was just the beginning of his life-long quest of learning. He loves the mountains, swinging a golf club with his family, and outdoor photography.
As chief financial officer for 4Life, Mark Ostler, is instrumental in 4Life’s financial performance. Mark brings 17 years of professional experience to his role at 4Life and has served in the roles of vice president, controller and CPA at leading companies including SBI Group Inc, Mrs. Fields and KPMG. He chose 4Life for the unbeatable combination of genuine people and an outstanding opportunity. Mark travels the globe and has actually accumulated more frequent-flyer miles than any other 4Life employee. Known as the "bulldog" for his ability to get things done (He's a self-proclaimed "efficiency fanatic"), it's no wonder 4Life keeps sending him from one country to the next. In addition to his traveling, Mark keeps current with his professional affiliations with the AICPA and the UACPA. 
As vice president of finance for 4Life, Nolan Buttars helps 4Life offices around the globe ensure that their finances and budgets are in order and that they're equipped to grow their markets. Nolan brings 26 years of experience to his role at 4Life with 10 of those years dedicated to the network marketing industry. Before joining 4Life, Nolan was acting CFO and controller at a network marketing company. His professional experience includes roles as CFO and controller at other companies and at a CPA firm. Nolan has been directly involved in the global expansion of both 4Life and his former companies. He was instrumental in growing a former employer's business in Russia by $3 million. And he introduced an open accounting software platform at 4Life that significantly streamlined operations.
As vice president of accounting for 4Life, Deann Carter oversees 4Life's U.S. financial statements including accounts receivable, accounts payable and sales taxes. Deann brings 15 years experience to 4Life. Prior to joining 4Life, Deann was the controller at ShapeRite Concepts. She has also held positions at KPMG, a public accounting firm.
When you get to know Hema, you'll find out right away that he's passionate about a lot of things at 4Life. He loves our distributors, our employees, and especially our mission of Together, Building People. Most of all, Hema is passionate about making sure our worldwide company structure fits in perfectly with the executives' vision for the future. And his past experience in both network marketing and organizational development, helping streamline organizations such as Harman Music Group and NuSkin International, makes him a great fit for his role at 4Life.
As vice president of research & development, Cal McCausland plays a key role in developing 4Life's innovative health supplements and researching their effectiveness. Since 2002 alone, he has overseen 10 human clinical trials for 4Life® Transfer Factor™ products. Cal has a long, distinguished career in health sciences and brings more than 36 years of experience to his work at 4Life. During his career he has developed over 500 supplements of which several billion dollars-worth have sold. Several remain top-selling products. His work on how supplements aid health while drugs interfere with it earned him the Pokrovsky Award from the Russian Federation. The Russian Academy of Medical and Technical Sciences honored him with the title of Academician. And, his work on an idea that would have the most economic benefit for the Russian people won him the Kosigin Award of the Russian Federation. Along with Dr. Emma Oganova, he has been instrumental in opening the market for 4Life Products in the Russian Federation.
To say that Alan is experienced in distributor relations would be a huge understatement. With his 17 years in the industry, "Distributor Relations Guru" is more like it. Alan's experience has taken him to all regions of the network marketing world - distributor support, business services, executive development - giving him extensive insight into successful company-distributor relationships. Alan's career experience reads like a Who's Who in network marketing: NuSkin, Big Planet, and ShapeRite Concepts, Working with distributors, from the newbie's to top dogs, Alan couldn't be more passionate about network marketing; he loves the opportunities it gives people and families to achieve their dreams, and he's thrilled to help make that happen. P.S. With a bachelor's degree in Business Management from Brigham Young University of Phoenix, Alan's got the book smarts to back up his practical experience. An avid outdoorsman, Alan also loves to wind down with his wife, Charlotte, and their four kids - and a fifth is on the way!
As president of Eurasia for 4Life, Dr. Oganova brings 19 years of experience in medicine and six years in administration to her oversight of Eurasia for 4Life. Before joining 4Life, she was president of science and education for a network marketing company. Her career includes organizing and managing the nonprofit that created a children's center in Armenia that provided medical and psychological help for victims of the 1988 Armenian earthquake. She also developed an educational system for Russian physicians and distributors for food supplements and completed more than 20 clinical studies on the effectiveness of food supplements.
As vice president of operations for 4Life, Norman Taylor oversees the everyday activities that keep 4Life running, including product manufacturing and distribution, shipping, warehousing and purchasing. Part of the 26 years of operations experience that Norman brings to 4Life includes being the CEO for a small sales and service company that serviced contract manufacturing companies for natural products. His extensive experience in distribution and manufacturing include serving as a product director, director of fulfillment support, director of production, director of logistics and assistant vice president of purchasing at companies such as Tradimex Equipment and Supply, Inc., Daw Technologies, Novell, WordPerfect and Softcopy.
