@MehNamesJeff, I have investigated this Acquity, LLC and found several anomolies, including:
- Their listed Las Vegas, Nevada address is likely false, as their website lists their true identity as Acquity BPO (Belize) Limited from 304 Newton Barracks Road, Belize City, Belize and 11123 Hummingbird Hwy, Belmopan, Belize.
- Their toll-free number not only being out of service, but also being listed on Google Maps as being tied to an “Acquity” location at 1745 Shea Center Dr,. Highlands Ranch, Colorado, 80129.
- The aforementioned Google listing being tied to a LinkedIn page for their Colorado location that also shows most of their employees operating out of Belize and Guyana, with only 3 Americans and 3 bhenchods.
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Thanks for this information! Good work.
In the meanwhile… I have received this.
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Also, Agent Boost’s response is quite silly, to say the least. They ARE the principal and are therefore potentially liable for the actions of their lead generators. It’s amusing that it appears that they might be just trying to push the liability on Acquity lead generators. Vicarious liability clearly states that the principal might be (and often is) held accountable for the actions of their agents.
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My opinion regarding the agent of Boost Marketing Acuity is to file a complaint against them and their principal with the State of Nevada. I tend to get better traction with various State agencies vs. the Federal ones when I share concerns with them. Here it is:
Office of the Nevada Attorney General
Bureau of Consumer Protection
100 N. Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89703
Telephone Hotline: (702) 486-3132
E-mail: [email protected]
CSU Complaints & FAQ
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I am still waiting to hear back from the Investigator - No reply to my email yesterday as of yet. How poor! I might write another follow-up.
In the meantime, I’m going to remind ABM of that principle text! Thanks for bringing that back up.. This is a ridiculous back and fourth, to be honest mate.
I’ve not heard from Acquity either, so far. So, at the same time, I’m going to ask Reannan to have Acquity initiate contact with me…
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I think it will make sense to copy [email protected] on your email to Boost Marketing when you complain to them about the illegal nature of robocalls without Prior Written Consent and how they might be liable for the actions of their agent - Acuity - due to being a principal.
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Who is he? What can he do for me? Perhaps, I’ll write a separate email to him and share the email exchange in one go INSTEAD, and give him context.
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I bet they spoof every American number to pretend that everyone calls them
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It is a new Chairman of the FCC. He seems better than Jessica Rosenworcel before him
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I had no bloody idea Jessica was no longer the head.
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Yes and he seems to be more vigilant in fighting these scumbags and VOIP telco scum:
He was behind Telnyx fine.
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Good! @scamterminator2021 @OfclyGoodenough
Furthermore, here’s my draft email to Reannan. It is currently 02:22 AM as I write this lol. Let me know what you think:
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Didn’t realise I marked this as read and entirely skipped over it two days ago.
Thought I’d put it in here anyways.
(At present, I have not heard back from Reannan/ABM)
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WE’RE GAINING GROUND ON THE BATTLEFIELD!
But the war still rages on…
@scamterminator2021 @OfclyGoodenough
Acquity’s Legal Counsel POC (“Point of Contact”): [email protected]
Legal Counsel’s website: gonzalolaw.com
Legal Counsel’s Toll-Free (according to their website): +1 (855) 466-9256
It has been just over an hour, since I received this email. Neither Acquity nor their Legal Counsel have reached out to me personally just yet; I might just immediately contact their legal counsel…
@OfclyGoodenough Through your shared intelligence, I’d certainly like to raise what you’ve found and bring the fight straight to their doorstep, about how their claimed address may be fake, their number is dead (etc etc), if you are fine with that. Perhaps, as I’ve done before, you’d like to be CC’d in as well should you also like to provide a direct say at any point?
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I think your best bet might be to shed light on possible unethical conduct and alleged illegal telemarketing to Brendan Carr at FCC. Since Boost Marketing appears to operate out of Nevada, you can file the complaint with the State of Nevada and share your concerns with them. I previously shared the link with you. Acuity appears to operate out of the State of Colorado, you can file complaints with them, too:
File a Complaint - Colorado Attorney General | Colorado Attorney General
How to Report Suspected Fraud | Department of Health Care Policy and Financing
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I’ll reach out to Brendan Carr soon!
In the meanwhile, I want to get an ‘email exchange’ rolling with Acquity / Acquity’s Legal Counsel and see where it goes first - then share everything in one go with Brendan (etc).
Still waiting on Acquity / Acquity’s Legal Counsel to reach out to me, as previously discussed with Reannan. If I don’t wait, then that’ll be problems for me, they can argue that I didn’t give them sufficient time to respond etc. If they don’t reach out, within a reasonable timeframe, I will reach out to them myself - If I hear nothing back, regardless, if I’m unsatisfied with their proposals, then it’ll be SERIOUS problems for them… No doubt lol.
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If I were in your situation, I would probably be using the template along these lines (it is quite generic in nature, and I urge you to revise it, as you see fit within your specific circumstances):
To: Chairman Brendan Carr
Federal Communications Commission
445 12th Street SW
Washington, DC 20554
Subject: Request for Investigation into Suspected TCPA and DNC Violations by Agent Boost Marketing and Acquity
Dear Chairman Carr,
I am writing as a concerned citizen to request that the Federal Communications Commission investigate suspected violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and the National Do Not Call (DNC) Registry rules by a company known as Agent Boost Marketing and an affiliated lead generator called Acquity.
Allegations and Concerns (Based on Public Reports and Personal Observations):
- Suspected Robocalls to DNC-Listed Numbers:
A number of online reports and anecdotal evidence suggest that Agent Boost Marketing may be engaged in the practice of placing unsolicited robocalls, including to individuals registered on the National Do Not Call List. These calls frequently appear to promote Medicare-related services.
- Use of a Questionable Lead Generator (Acquity):
It appears that Acquity may be sourcing or distributing consumer contact information in ways that are potentially deceptive or fail to meet the standards of express written consent, as now required under recent FCC rule updates. I am concerned that these practices may mirror those seen in recent FCC and FTC enforcement actions involving so-called “consent farms.”
- Lack of Transparent Consent:
Based on information available from public forums and regulatory guidance, it is unclear whether these entities are securing the kind of clear, informed, and documented consent required under FCC rules as updated in December 2023.
Please note that I do not have direct evidence of wrongdoing, and these concerns are based on publicly available information and my reasonable suspicion. My intent is simply to bring these concerns to your attention so the Commission may evaluate whether these entities are acting in compliance with federal laws.
Resources and References:
- Online discussion highlighting concerns: Scammer.info thread
- FCC News Release on lead generation rule changes (Dec. 2023): fcc.gov
- FTC action against lead generator abuse: ftc.gov
Request:
I respectfully urge the FCC to investigate whether Agent Boost Marketing and Acquity are complying with the TCPA, the DNC Registry rules, and the newly adopted lead generator consent requirements. If violations are found, I hope the Commission will consider appropriate enforcement action to protect consumers.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Your Name
Email: [email protected]
Submit a request – FCC Complaints
ReportFraud.ftc.gov
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I’ll put this template in my drafts now.
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