Women in Business News
Check out breaking news in the area of women-owned businesses. Learn about new appointments, leaders, awards, women-based initiatives and female-focused products and services that celebrate and acknowledge the burgeoning role of women in business.
NAWBO San Diego's April Meeting Focuses on Getting Ahead by Giving Back
NAWBO San Diego's April 21 lunch meeting will feature strategist Joon Han presenting "Getting Ahead by Giving Back." The event takes place at the Sheraton La Jolla. Early bird pricing for members and visitors is available through 5 p.m. on April 15 at nawbo-sd.org. - March 31, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
The Pajama Company Takes the Stage at Pre-Oscar Celebrity Gift Suite
Celebrities enjoy pajamas from popular online sleepwear retailer - March 31, 2010 - The Pajama Company
Instructor Rosemary Beam Joins Therapy in Transition as Mind and Spirit Coach
Therapy in Transition (TITO), which recently put together an Expert Panel to expand its services, has brought Rosemary Beam on board as the organization’s Mind and Spirit Coach. - March 31, 2010 - Therapy in Transition LLC
A Bold Move from Film Post-Production to SEO, Mum Creates New Business in the Midst of Recession Setting Up SEO Company 4
After a very painful recession, people are starting to pick themselves back up again. The story of www.seocompany4.com is the story of one such mum. - March 30, 2010 - SEOCompany4
Long Island Women’s Agenda (LIWA) to Present “Work-Life Balance: The Next Generation”
A panel of women — representing several generations — will examine the past, present and future state of work-life balance at a conference hosted by the Work & Family Committee of Long Island Women’s Agenda (LIWA). It will take place on Thursday, April 15, 2010, from 6 P.M. to... - March 30, 2010 - Long Island Women's Agenda
NewProductHelp.com at the Forefront of Marketing Efforts for Perfume Bar Invention to Industry
Gretchen W., a Florida resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Perfume Bar concept to industry. A simple, yet attractive and useful, new product targeted at the vast female consumer audience, the Perfume Bar boasts a smart... - March 30, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
GreetQ is Now Modern Paper Goods: The Official Unveiling of the Modern Greeting Card Retailer’s New Name and Brand
Modern Paper Goods (www.modernpapergoods.com), an online stationery retailer which offers high-quality, modern greetings cards and paper goods, has officially debuted its new brand, Modern Paper Goods, while shelving its original moniker, GreetQ.com. “We wanted our new brand to reflect our... - March 28, 2010 - Modern Paper Goods
NSK Inc Receives Woman-Owned Business Certification
Massachusetts State Office of Minority and Women Business Assistance recognizes Nancy Keddy as a woman business owner, opens doors for opportunities. - March 28, 2010 - NSK, Inc./NSK & Associates, Inc.
SLN Low Cost Promo is Looking for a New Mascot
The SLN Low Cost Promo Company, of Dallas, is holding contest to find its new mascot. Entries must be received by April 12, 2010 to enter to win - March 27, 2010 - SLN Low Cost Promo
Expert Ingrid Kincaid Joins Therapy in Transition as Spiritual Health and Wellness Coach
Therapy in Transition (TITO), which recently put together an Expert Panel to expand its services, has brought Ingrid Kincaid on board as the organization’s Spiritual Health and Wellness Coach. - March 26, 2010 - Therapy in Transition LLC
Breakthrough Specialist Lisa Nichols to Keynote at NAWBO San Diego's BRAVO! Awards
Lisa Nichols will electrify attendees at NAWBO San Diego's BRAVO! Awards with her message of empowerment. She's the keynote speaker for the event that will take place on Wednesday, May 19 at the Courtyard Marriott Airport/Liberty Station. Visit nawbo-sd.org to learn more. - March 26, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
“10 Ways to Happy,” a Social Media Integrated Fundraising Campaign, Launches Today
10 Ways to Happy, a social media fundraising campaign created by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society “Woman of the Year” candidate Tiffany Ann Weber, launches on March 24, 2010. - March 26, 2010 - 10 Ways to Happy
Culture Coach International CEO Kari Heistad Wins National Entrepreneurship Award
Kari Heistad, CEO of Culture Coach International (CCI), a leading company in the areas of diversity and cross-cultural education, has been awarded a “Rising Star” by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) for 2010. Kari was chosen by the Center for Women in... - March 25, 2010 - Culture Coach International
The Definition of a Geekette: A Woman Who Excels (or Wants to Excel) in Technology, Marketing & Business
A new club for Geekettes in the Hampton Roads area was launched at Aloft Hotel on Wednesday, April 24, to provide training, tools & resources to inspire & empower women in areas of technology, marketing & business. - March 25, 2010 - The Geekettes Club
Axacore's XDOC Offers Document Management Solutions for the Collections Industry
Axacore’s document imaging product, XDOC, has automatic barcode reading and other collections industry necessities - March 24, 2010 - Axacore Inc.
GrandCrazy Boutique Owner Talks Grandparenting on Dr. Phil Show
Twin Cities Resident and Grandparenting Boutique Owner, Jan Filer, Appears as Guest on Dr. Phil Show to Discuss Grandparenting Trends and Tips for First-timers. - March 23, 2010 - GrandCrazy
CRG Associates Has Been Selected as One of the Top 500 Emerging Businesses in the U.S. by DiversityBusiness.com
DiversityBusiness.com announced their latest list of top 500 emerging businesses in the U.S. Over 650,000 businesses in the United States had the opportunity to participate in the 10th annual business survey. The awards are based on annual gross revenue and business profile. The of top 500... - March 23, 2010 - CRG Associates
NAWBO San Diego April Seminar Focuses on LinkedIn
The April 9 NAWBO San Diego seminar will focus on using LinkedIn as a marketing tool. The event will be held from noon to 1 p.m. at Brandman University. Learn more and register at nawbo-sd.org. - March 21, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
Fuentek President Laura A. Schoppe to Serve on North Carolina Technology Association Panel
Fuentek, LLC (www.fuentek.com) has announced that President Laura A. Schoppe will be a panelist for the Emerging Technologies and Trends Series (ETT), hosted by the North Carolina Technology Association and WorkSmart IT, on Wednesday, March 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at The Solution Center in... - March 19, 2010 - Fuentek, LLC
Weiser LLP Teams Up with IASeminars to Offer Training Courses on International Accounting Standards
Weiser LLP is pleased to announce that it is partnering with IASeminars, a leading global provider of training courses on International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”), to offer certified public accountants and other financial professionals a comprehensive range of IFRS training... - March 18, 2010 - IASeminars Ltd
Lynne Coggin, Executive Director of BNI Northeast Florida Selected as a Finalist of the 2010 Women in Business Awards
Women Business Owners of North Florida along with the Professional Women’s Council of the Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce, has selected Lynne Coggin, Executive Director of the Northeast Florida region of BNI as a finalist for the 2010 Women in Business Franchisee of the Year award. - March 18, 2010 - BNI, Northeast Florida
Success Coach Hueina Su of Denville, New Jersey-Based Beyond Horizon Coaching to Speak on Life Purpose, Leadership and Empowerment at Women’s Leadership Summit
New Jersey Success Coach and Author Hueina Su, President and Founder of Beyond Horizon Coachng, is invited as an expert panelist to speak at the Women’s Leadership Summit on Thursday March 18, 2010 at Crown Plaza Somerset, New Jersey. - March 17, 2010 - Beyond Horizon Coaching
Law Firm Supports National Health Care Decisions Day - April 16, 2010
Sabrina Winters, Attorney at Law, PLLC along with other national, state and community organizations, is leading a massive effort to highlight the importance of advance healthcare decision-making — an effort that has culminated in the formal designation of April 16th as National Healthcare... - March 16, 2010 - Sabrina Winters, Attorney at Law, PLLC
w2wlink Announces Ascendancy Awards for Business Women in Eight Cities and an "At-Large Any City" Category
w2wlink, the premier professional women community announces its second annual Ascendancy Awards for Business Women. Apply or nominate someone you know who has ascended within their field and mentored others along the way by March 31. - March 16, 2010 - w2wlink.com
Custom Chic Announces New Custom Tailored Suit Making Service, for Toronto Women
Custom Chic, a Toronto-based maker of custom tailored suits for women, announced this week that they would begin accepting orders from customers throughout the Greater Toronto Area. Custom tailored suits for women, previously available only from small, local makers, are now accessible to all of... - March 16, 2010 - Custom Chic
The Work at Home Woman.com Celebrates a Year of Empowering Women
The Work at Home Woman, an online business resource, is celebrating one year of helping women and moms achieve their dreams of working from home and becoming self-employed by proving ongoing education, support and inspiration. - March 16, 2010 - The Work at Home Woman
Fighting the Silent Epidemic -- Author/ Philanthropist Dr. Cheryl Saban Speaks with Compton Unified’s Whaley Middle School Students
Over 160 girls from the Compton Unified Whaley Middle School will meet with the revered author and philanthropist to discuss the importance of self-worth and how to value themselves. - March 13, 2010 - EmpowHer Institute
In Honor of Women's History Month
In honor of Women’s History Month, Debra Dixon, CEO and President of Light of Gold PR and Marketing LLC, will highlight women history makers in the fields of Business, Entertainment, and Technology. Light of Gold PR, will premiere "The Gold Profile", YouTube Series which can be viewed every Wednesday in March, starting on March 10th, 17, 24th, 31st. - March 13, 2010 - Light of Gold PR and Marketing
Resources Global Professionals Partners with IASeminars to Offer Training Courses on International Accounting Standards (IFRS)
Resources Global Professionals, a leading multinational provider of professional services and the operating subsidiary of Resources Connection, Inc. (NASDAQ: RECN), is partnering with IASeminars, a prominent global International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) training provider, to offer CPAs... - March 12, 2010 - IASeminars Ltd
Barbara Mulcahy Joins RE/MAX Premier as Sales Associate at Their Warren Office
Barbara Mulcahy of RE/MAX Classic Group of Berkeley Heights-NJ joins RE/MAX Premier in Warren Twp. in Somerset County, NJ where she continues a high standard of service to all her existing and new clients. Barbara has joined RE/MAX Premier as the newest member of its dynamic sales team. Barbara... - March 12, 2010 - James Mulcahy, RE/Max Premier in Warren, NJ
Dew Yoga Grand Reopening Celebration, March 21, 2010
Dew Yoga Studio will celebrate its second year by opening a new studio at 923 High Ridge Road on March 21. Dew Yoga is a community-oriented studio led by Jen Irwin, R.Y.T. certified Kripalu Yoga instructor who has taught at schools, studios and fitness centers in Connecticut for many years. Free... - March 11, 2010 - Dew Yoga
Dixon Hughes Teams with IASeminars to Offer Training on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Dixon Hughes PLLC is collaborating with IASeminars, a leading provider of training courses on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), to offer CPAs and other financial professionals a comprehensive global range of IFRS training solutions. “The SEC will clarify the roadmap for the... - March 05, 2010 - IASeminars Ltd
Running Skirts is Thrilled to Launch Expansion Into Australia & New Zealand
Now well into their 5th year in the business, identical twin runners & mom-preneurs of Running Skirts are thrilled to announce latest expansion into Australia, one country closer to their vision of "skirting the world." - March 04, 2010 - RunningSkirts.com
Anita Borg Institute Announces 2010 Women of Vision Award Winners
Leading Technical Women to be Honored for Outstanding Achievements at May 12, 2010 Awards Dinner in Santa Clara - March 04, 2010 - Anita Borg Institute
Small Book Publisher Authors and Publishes Eight Books in the First Year
Paw Print Productions (www.pawprintbooks2009.com) founder Deb Thompson began writing as a hobby but quickly turned that into a second career by writing and publishing her own books and the books of others. Thompson's books span the gamut from children's stories to WWI to humor and suspense. - February 28, 2010 - Paw Print Productions
New Veterans Homeless Shelter to Open in Inverness Florida
A new 17 bed homeless Veterans Shelter will open in Inverness Florida on March 1st 2010. The Nation's Veterans deserve the best care and help available. Citrus County is located centrally , and will serve the five County area. - February 28, 2010 - Mission in Citrus Inc
@Large Films' Juliana Lukasik Elected CEIC Vice-President
@Large Films Principal/Director Juliana Lukasik was recently became Vice-President of the Central Eastside Industrial Council. - February 28, 2010 - @Large Films
Sports Bra Designer KALYX Honors Rebecca Cardon as "Woman of the Week"
Sports bra designer KALYX Technologies, Inc. honors celebrity trainer Rebecca Cardon as their newest "Woman of the Week." - February 27, 2010 - KALYX Technologies, Inc.
Soul Centered Health is Changing History with Hypnosis
African Americans fall victim more often to preventable diseases in the United States. One Hypnotherapist is seeking to educate and help using Complementary Alternative Therapies. Hypnosis is very effective in behavior modification and can assist clients in quitting smoking, reducing stress, and managing weight. Eleanor Fineran hopes to educate and assist the public using Hypnosis and feels that as more people learn, they will take advantage of a powerful tool for personal transformation. - February 27, 2010 - Soul Centered Health
ABC11 Eyewitness News Anchor Tisha Powell to Emcee Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Working Mothers’ Luncheon
ABC11 Eyewitness News (www.abc11.com) has announced that anchor Tisha Powell will emcee the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Working Mothers’ Luncheon on Wednesday, March 10. The event will be held at the McKimmon Center for Extension and Continuing Education, located on the North Carolina... - February 27, 2010 - ABC 11 Eyewitness News
Adrian’s Network: Bringing the Business Connections to You Networking Guru’s Newest Venture Expanding Nationwide
Expert sales trainer, author and professional networker Adrian Miller has expanded her newest venture, Adrian’s Network into the Phoenix metropolitan area. Adrian’s Network is a networking website and community devoted to helping businesspeople make the most of their time devoted to... - February 27, 2010 - Adrian Miller Sales Training
Kipling’s Who’s Who Recognizes Eloise A. Holden for Her Many Works
Eloise A. Holden, from Tacoma, WA is being noticed and recognized by Kipling’s Who’s Who for her work as owner of Triple E. Enterprises. They also recognize her ongoing efforts in trying to set up a nature conservation and build a 50 mile hiking for bird watching and nature walks on 80... - February 26, 2010 - Kipling's Who's Who
Tech Collective to Host Booth at Women’s Summit® 2010
“Grow With Us” theme will showcase Tech Collective initiatives and promote women in the technology fields. - February 26, 2010 - Tech Collective
Louise Michaud, Formerly of Derby Studios, Launches New Photography Business: Louise Michaud Photographer
Louise Michaud (http://www.louisemichaud.com/), one of the best-known wedding photographers on the North Shore of Boston, is proud to announce the opening of her new company: Louise Michaud Photographer. Louise Michaud, formerly Louise Skerry, co-founded Derby Studios, which used to be located in... - February 25, 2010 - Louise Michaud Photographer
NAMWOLF Lauds Governor Paterson and Executive Director Paul Williams for Increasing Opportunities for Minority and Women Owned Businesses
The National Association of Minority and Women-Owned law firms (NAMWOLF) applauds Governor David Patterson and his administration’s plan to increase opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses. - February 25, 2010 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Junction Creative Solutions: Strategy Uprising for the Creation of Sustainable Businesses
2009 was riddled with stories of corporate downsizing, bankruptcies, and economic uncertainty. The environment rattled even the most accomplished businesses. Some failed, closing the doors forever. Others narrowly survived and new businesses are emerging, both facing the incredible challenge of adapting to a new business climate. It is what one company calls a strategy uprising. - February 24, 2010 - Junction Creative Solutions
What the 2010 Spring Color Trend Says About Our Mood
Two leading color and aura experts, Elizabeth Harper and Kala Ambrose are traveling around the US this year, to discuss the power and presence of color in your life and how it affects you on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels. Teaching together at the prestigious Omega Institute in New York in July 2010, one of their first stops of the spring season begins right here in Raleigh, NC as they hold a 3 Day Event on March 4th, 5th, and 6th, hosted by Spiritual Frontiers Fellowship. - February 23, 2010 - The Explore Your Spirit with Kala Show
NuU Medspa Celebrate Their Third Year of Beauty Nationwide
NuU Medspa is celebrating their third birthday this month. NuU Medspa began as a small medical spa offering common medspa treatments; laser hair removal, botox and fillers, and more. Today, NuU Medspa has expanded their menu of services into surgical and naturopathic. Norman Valine says,... - February 23, 2010 - NuU Unlimited
Committed Living launches "Total Immersion Creativity Retreats" for Women in Business
Being Creative in today's economy, as well as the rapidly changing future of America's businesses, creativity is an imperative skill needed in business and in our personal lives. Committed Living Org. is offering "Total Immersion Creativity" retreats and workshops designed specifically for women in business. The retreats include creativity tools and exercises for all aspects of a person's life, including culture, cuisine, right brain workouts and creativity through art and writing and more. - February 22, 2010 - Committed Living Org.
NAWBO San Diego March Seminar Focuses on Protecting Your Business
"Protecting Your Business" is the topic for NAWBO San Diego's March 12 seminar, to be held at Brandman University. Learn more and register at nawbo-sd.org. - February 21, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego