Tim Gunn made a surprise appearance at Avon RepFest 2017. Independent sales representatives from all 50 states traveled to the second annual event.

The conference was held on Agust 5th through August 7th at Nashville's Gaylord Opryland Resort. There were 6,000 Avon representatives in attendance. 

Pictured in the photo above is JoAnn Farmer, an Avon representative from Crewe, Virginia, who was surprised to have the opportunity to walk out on stage with Gunn.

Avon is the Official Makeup Sponsor of Project Runway

Gunn announced an upcoming partnership with Lifetime's design competition series "Project Runway." Avon will be the official makeup sponsor for the series' 16th season, which debuts on Thursday, August 17 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Gunn stars on the show as the designers' mentor.

"Avon is legendary in the beauty world," said Gunn during his remarks. "It is a brand that embodies the values of freedom, inspiration and empowerment, which are core to Project Runway's mission of inspiring up-and-coming fashion entrepreneurs. We can't wait to debut Avon beauty on our catwalk, with simply stunning and wildly creative applications that perfect each designer look."

Scott White, CEO, Talks To Reps

Scott White, Chief Executive Officer of New Avon, and Betty Palm, U.S. President of Social Selling for New Avon, addressed guests with inspiring keynotes on the company's commitment to its Representatives, as well as their vision for Avon's future.

White said, "At Avon, we are fully committed to delivering the very best experience for our Representatives - from recognition and development, digital tools and training, and providing innovative products to enhance earnings. By investing in our Representatives, we will continue to drive their success and our leadership as the #1 social selling company."

"RepFest is designed to recognize, celebrate and empower our Representatives' success," added Ms. Palm. "We've gathered Avon superstars from across the country and asked them to share their incredible stories and best practices. These are women, and many men, who have transformed their lives, taken their financial futures into their own hands and inspired those around them to do the same. It's impossible to leave RepFest without feeling energized and inspired."

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