Youngevity + Sunset Gourmet Partnership FAQ
Posted: July 2, 2025 | By: Rocio Ramos
Youngevity + Sunset Gourmet Partnership FAQ
General Questions
1. Who is Sunset Gourmet?
Sunset Gourmet is a Canadian direct sales company that has proudly served Canada for 20 years, offering gourmet food products made with premium ingredients. They are known for quality, Canadian-made offerings.
2. Why is Youngevity partnering with Sunset Gourmet?
Youngevity has operated in Canada for over 25 years and has long sought the right Canadian partner to expand its presence. Sunset Gourmet aligns perfectly with Youngevity’s values, commitment to quality, and vision to grow within Canada and beyond.
3. Will Sunset Gourmet remain the same?
Yes! The Sunset Gourmet brand will remain intact. Current products will continue to be offered, and new ones will be developed in Canada. Customers and consultants can expect the same great products and service.
4. What changes should Sunset Gourmet Consultants and Customers expect?
For now, it’s business as usual. Youngevity is working to integrate systems in the background. You’ll continue to order and operate as you always have until further updates are announced.
5. Will Sunset Gourmet products still be made and shipped in Canada?
Yes. Youngevity intends to continue producing and shipping Sunset Gourmet products within Canada. There are plans to expand production and development efforts locally as well.
6. What roles will Perry Bohn and Audrey Stewart have going forward?
Both Perry Bohn and Audrey Stewart, founders of Sunset Gourmet, will continue working closely with Youngevity. Their leadership and vision will be key to this new chapter of shared growth.
7. Will Youngevity products be available to Sunset Gourmet Consultants?
Yes! Sunset Gourmet Consultants will soon gain access to Youngevity’s full product range, including over 2,000 items spanning nutrition, beauty, essential oils, and more. They will also have access to business-building tools, incentive trips, and promotions.
8. Can Youngevity Distributors access Sunset Gourmet products?
Yes. Youngevity customers and distributors in Canada will soon be able to buy and sell the entire Sunset Gourmet product line. Efforts are underway to make these available in the US and other international markets as well.
9. What’s next?
Youngevity will be releasing additional documents, training, and integration resources in the coming days and weeks. Stay tuned for updates via official communication channels.
Distributor Specifics
Do Sunset Gourmet Consultants need to open a Youngevity account to join? What is the cost?
At the end of July / beginning of August, all Sunset Gourmet Consultants will automatically be given a Youngevity account. You will be receiving an email with login information. There is no cost and no need to create a Youngevity account.
How will we get paid, in Canadian or U.S. currency?
You can choose the currency you wish to be paid in.
Why can’t we have the money deposited as usual in a Canadian bank? Why can’t we work with Canadian currency in a Canadian bank?
You can have the money transferred into a Canadian bank via Hyperwallet (a 3rd party company owned by PayPal). It can also be in Canadian dollars. We are also looking into keeping the ACH option.
Do we need to use Hyperwallet?
You can use Hyperwallet or have a check mailed to you. We are also looking into ACH as an option.
If we are being paid in U.S. currency, will we need to claim U.S. income and pay U.S. taxes?
No, this is not a requirement.
Will tariffs cause extra costs?
Tariffs have not affected selling prices so far; they are not consistent and we have absorbed the cost. We are invested in having products manufactured by Canadians, for Canadians locally in Canada.
Will prices be in U.S. dollars (USD) or Canadian dollars (CAD)? Are Sunset Gourmet prices changing?
Prices for Sunset Gourmet remain the same, for now. They will be in Canadian dollars (CAD).
Will the minimums remain the same?
The Youngevity plan is a little different; you will not have to make $200 in sales every six months to keep your status.
Will there be quotas to keep my account active?
You will need to qualify your account each month with a minimum order to get paid, which equates to about 50 QV points. Points can be earned in different ways, for example: each time you place an order, you earn qualifying points. This will all be explained in the comp plan training.
When does my comp plan change to a U.S. comp plan?
Commissions earned in July will be paid from Sunset Gourmet in August. Commissions earned after August 1 will be paid from Youngevity.
I only want to sell Sunset Gourmet. If nothing is changing, why do I have to be paid by Youngevity?
Effective August 1, the entire compensation plan is being changed to the Youngevity plan.
Will Sunset Gourmet’s ordering platform continue to look as it does now or will that change?
It will continue to look as it does now.
Can I still host parties/vendor shows and be paid the same rebate(commission)?
Yes! You will be paid under the Youngevity compensation plan and have an opportunity to make more. It will look a bit different – be sure to check out the seller comp plan training with Sean and stay tuned for more info.
Can I represent more than one company?
Yes, neither Sunset Gourmet nor Youngevity have restrictions on representing other companies.
Is our Discover the Reward Trip remaining?
Yes, and we will keep the requirements the same.
Does the 25% commission apply to both Sunset Gourmet sales and Youngevity sales?
The commission varies by product, anywhere from 25% to 35% on food/spice products. It is different for Youngevity products as well.
Will the Sunset Quick Start still be the same?
In the short term, it will remain the same. It may be merged with Youngevity’s program. Youngevity will look to improve and expand it.
I understand Youngevity sells in stores. Does that mean our products will now be in stores?
Sunset Gourmet products will not be sold in retail stores. Youngevity does not sell in stores, but some distributors in Canada may sell Youngevity products on Amazon or other shopping channels, but never below the price available to everyone (and does not include free shipping).
Will we keep our Sunset Catalogue?
Yes, under the Sunset Gourmet brand. New products will be added in the future as well.
Are other products going to be manufactured in the Sunset Gourmet facility, i.e. YGY Easy Eats™?
Canadian manufacturers will produce the product for Youngevity; they will then be housed and shipped from the Sunset Gourmet distribution center.
Who will be our upline?
Perry and Audrey will be your upline, along with their corporate responsibilities.
When can we start sponsoring in the U.S.? When can consultants start ordering Sunset Gourmet products in the U.S.?
Sometime in August, more details to follow.
Where will the Youngevity products come from? Will shipping charges be comparable to what we have now?
Youngevity products are manufactured in several places, but mainly on the U.S. mainland. Youngevity shipping rates are 10% with a minimum of $8.50. However, if autoship is utilized, it may be free if you meet the requirement of $100 USD.
Will both Youngevity and Sunset Gourmet merge into one website?
That could happen, but it is not the intent to change that now.
Will Sunset Gourmet products be in Youngevity’s warehouse in the U.S.?
Yes, we are working to make that happen ASAP.
Will we be able to sell and recruit in the U.S.?
Yes, that will be available in early August.
When is the Québec market open for us to build our teams?
We are currently working on this.
If a U.S. customer asks to buy Sunset Gourmet products, what should we tell them?
Currently, this product isn’t available in the U.S., but it will be coming soon. When it becomes available, they’ll be able to purchase using U.S. currency.
When will YGY Easy Eats™ be available for us at Sunset to sell?
Very soon, we are looking to make it available in July.
Can we start building our team in the U.S. and Mexico starting in August?
You will be able to start sponsoring in the U.S., Mexico, and any other country Youngevity is in starting in August.
For new Consultants who would like to join my Sunset Gourmet team, will they be joining Sunset Gourmet or Youngevity?
They will join your Sunset Gourmet team, which will be in the Youngevity family.
If we are selling Sunset Gourmet products through our Sunset website and also choose to sell Youngevity products as well, would we have to order from each website separately?
You would order on the Youngevity site for both products, in that case.
Will we be discounted at checkout or pay retail/full price and get paid commissions?
Product prices remain the same, and commissions will be paid out according to the seller training – please stay tuned for more info.
If someone on our team has a Sunset Gourmet account and a Youngevity account, should they keep both?
They could keep both, but we recommend they choose one to keep and work.
Will Canadian Youngevity distributors be able to sell Sunset products in the U.S. before Sunset Gourmet consultants can?
No, right now Sunset products are only available in Canada.
If you have further questions, keep an eye on your inbox or reach out to your team leader. We are excited about the future and thrilled to welcome Sunset Gourmet to the Youngevity family!
