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Doug & Maria DeVos Foundation
Doug DeVos (born October 6, 1964) is an American businessman and sailing champion. He serves as co-chairman of Amway's board of directors with Steve Van Andel.[1] DeVos serves as the Chairman of the Executive Committee of the National Constitutional Center[2]
Amway
Doug DeVos served as President of Amway from 2002-2018[7] and was co-CEO with Steve Van Andel in what was called the Office of the Chief Executive until the end of 2018. The current CEO of Amway is Milind Pant[2].
In 2018, US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross appointed DeVos as a member of the US-India CEO Forum. The Forum explores ways to expand business relationships between the USA and India.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doug_DeVos
Direct selling industry
From 2014 to 2017, DeVos served as chairman of the World Federation of Direct Selling Associations, a global trade organization representing more than 60 national direct selling associations.[9]
In 2012, he was inducted into the United States Direct Selling Association Hall of Fame along with his brother, Dick DeVos.[10]
Doug & Maria DeVos Foundation
Doug and his wife Maria established their foundation in 1992.[11] The stated mission of the Foundation: "The Doug & Maria DeVos Foundation is committed to helping youth, families, and the community in greater Grand Rapids obtain the resources and tools to achieve their full potential"
Sailing
DeVos is a member of the New York Yacht Club (NYYC). He teamed with John J. "Hap" Fauth and Roger Penske to lead the Club's 2021 entry into the America's Cup, with a team named "American Magic" .[14]
He is also a majority owner of Quantum Sails, a leading sail manufacturer based in Traverse City, Michigan.
