The FBA Brand Builder (FBABB) community is hitting a breaking point. Over the past week, clients have been asking tough, necessary questions about unresolved issues—most notably, the ongoing U.S. trademark scandal. Instead of addressing these concerns with transparency, Darren Campbell and the FBABB leadership have doubled down on censorship. Posts have been deleted, and strict new community rules have been rolled out to stifle dissent.
Why? It’s simple. The U.S. trademarks submitted by Darren’s company were fraudulent, and he knew it. Instead of informing clients, he chose to stay silent, prioritizing profits for himself and his team. Coming clean about the fraud would have been far too costly for him.
For many clients, this response feels like a betrayal. These are individuals who’ve invested thousands of pounds into a program they believed would support them, yet their voices are being silenced. What started as an effort to seek clarity has now morphed into an oppressive environment of fear and suppression within FBABB’s Mighty Networks community.
The Questions That Sparked the Backlash
Frustration among FBABB clients has been simmering for weeks, fueled by the program’s mishandling of trademark filings. Many of these filings have been tied to fraudulent practices involving unqualified representatives like Maria Zafar and Jason McKay. The situation reached a breaking point last week when clients started posting openly in the FBABB community, demanding answers. They wanted to know how their trademark issues would be resolved and why these problems hadn’t been addressed transparently.
One client, who had already poured significant money into their inventory, voiced their growing sense of disillusionment:
"I’m at the stage of dropping $15–$16k on inventory, and then I’m told this. Its seriousness is not being taken seriously. I really want this sorted, but I don’t think FBABB are the people to do it. I lost all faith, and I feel people are scared to speak up."
These posts weren’t merely expressions of frustration; they were urgent calls for accountability. Clients weren’t just venting—they were seeking real answers. But rather than addressing these concerns, FBABB’s leadership acted quickly to delete the posts, labeling them as "negativity" and shutting down the conversation entirely.
Darren Campbell’s Response: New Community Rules
As discussions gained momentum, Darren Campbell responded by posting a new set of community rules on the Mighty Networks platform. While framed as a push for positivity and progress, the intent behind these rules is clear: to stifle dissent and tighten control over the narrative. Here’s a breakdown of the new guidelines:
- Zero Tolerance for Negativity
Any complaints, criticism, or "disrespect" toward the program are grounds for immediate removal—without a refund. - Mandatory Engagement
Clients are expected to attend weekly calls and actively participate in discussions. Those deemed inactive risk being kicked out. - No Outside Noise
Clients are discouraged from engaging with “misinformation online” or questioning the program based on “outside noise.”
Campbell didn’t mince words about enforcing the new rules, declaring, “If you’re here to complain, doubt, or undermine, you will be removed immediately.” The message was loud and clear: dissent would not be tolerated.
Censorship in Action: Posts Deleted, Clients Removed
The timing of these new rules hasn’t gone unnoticed, raising suspicions among many clients. Mere hours after the announcement, posts addressing legitimate concerns started vanishing from the platform. Clients who openly discussed the trademark scandal or unexpected program costs saw their messages deleted—and in some cases, they were removed from the community entirely.
One client commented privately after witnessing the crackdown:
"I raised a genuine concern about the trademark issues in a private message, only to be warned that I was being ‘negative’ and could lose access to the community. Now, everyone is too scared to speak up."
Another post, now deleted, called out FBABB’s lack of communication about the trademark scandal and hidden fees:
"How can anyone trust a program where you can’t even ask a question? Darren and his team say any messages that are deleted are because they are negative, etc. This is 100% untrue. These are people simply needing answers regarding costs. After paying £6.5k to these people, are we not entitled to ask questions without fear of being thrown out?"
Controlling the Narrative
Darren has defended the new rules by framing them as a way to shield the community from "negativity" and create a safe, supportive space. In a recent post, he stated:
"This community isn’t for doubters, complainers, or people sitting on the sidelines. It’s for people who are READY to change their lives… If you believe misinformation online… this isn’t the place for you."
However, many clients view this justification as little more than a tactic to deflect criticism and sidestep accountability. The trademark scandal—implicating over 130 flagged applications connected to FBABB—remains unresolved. At the same time, clients are grappling with mounting financial pressure from unexpected costs and hidden fees, leaving many feeling abandoned and isolated.
The Fallout: A Community Divided
The introduction of the new rules and the wave of censorship has split the FBABB community in two. On one side are clients who feel silenced and betrayed by the program’s refusal to take accountability. On the other are those too afraid to speak up, fearing that doing so could cost them access to the program they’ve already invested so much in.
One client captured the mood perfectly, saying:
"I’m stuck, feeling alone, and quite frankly feel sick constantly that others are going through this too. I just want my money back."
Others have taken their frustrations to external platforms like Trustpilot and our new Q&A hub. These spaces offer a refuge where clients can share their experiences openly, free from the fear of censorship or retaliation.
What This Means for FBABB’s Future
Darren Campbell’s choice to prioritize censorship over addressing client concerns is likely to leave lasting scars on FBABB’s reputation. While the program continues to spotlight its carefully curated success stories, the growing number of dissatisfied clients paints a far grimmer picture behind the scenes.
For those still in the community, the message is unmistakable: compliance is non-negotiable, and tough questions won’t be tolerated. However, for clients who feel betrayed and silenced, the push for accountability is only gaining momentum.