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.

Hard Money NYC is Proud to Announce the Launch of 48houslawsuitcash.com

48hourlawsuitcash.com provides cash advances to individuals who have an anticipated personal injury settlement or already settled case within 48 hours of taking in the application. - June 18, 2010 - Hard Money NYC

CoupTessa & Susan G. Komen for the Cure Miami/Ft. Lauderdale Announce Partnership

CoupTessa subscribers enjoy the “Daily Indulgence” (CoupTessa’s take on the “daily deal”— a coupon offered each day), and as part of this strategic partnership, for each one of these subscribers CoupTessa will donate $1 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Miami/Ft. Lauderdale - June 16, 2010 - CoupTessa

New Services from The Writing Doctor.biz Offer Help to Beginning Writers

Book Editor Now Offers Manuscript Critiques for Memoirs, Novels, Nonfiction and Spirituality Books. - June 16, 2010 - The Writing Doctor

Bodacious Biscotti Introduces New Summer 2010 Flavors

Bodacious Biscotti announces new summer flavors, adding to their gourmet biscotti product line. - June 15, 2010 - Bodacious Biscotti

Dynamic Hair Due Set to Roll in Easton, PA

Sought after Hair Stylists return to the Easton area. Master Stylists Laura Dickerhoff Davis and Bowie Capobianco join the team at Tangles Salon and Spa. - June 14, 2010 - Tangles Salon & Day Spa

Women On The Move Launches Profit/Non-Profit Grant Writing Seminar Tour

Women On The Move & the KARS Consulting Group Partner to Offer Empowerment Tour-- $10,000 in Grants to be Awarded to Women-focused Startups - June 14, 2010 - Women On The Move, Inc.

WBO Announces Upcoming Teleclass with Katrina Sawa – "The Simple 3 Step System to Attract More Clients and Make More Money Now"

The Women Business Owners organization is excited to announce a new free teleclass by Katrina Sawa taking place on June 15th at 12pm EST. - June 14, 2010 - Women Business Owners

Siteworx VP of User Experience, Giovanni Calabro, to Present at Women in Technology (WIT) Intersection of Marketing and Technology Panel

On Friday, June 11 at 8:00 a.m., Siteworx Vice President of User Experience, Giovanni Calabro, has been selected to serve on an interactive panel with marketing leaders from SafeNet, ScienceLogic, and DLT Solutions. The panel, co-hosted by the Women in Technology (WIT) Sales & Marketing and... - June 11, 2010 - Siteworx, LLC

Free Group Wedding at Triangle Community Center 2010 Gay Pride Party, Norwalk, CT June 19, 2010 at 3 p.m. by Top JP in CT

Mary Pugh, CT’s Top Justice of the Peace will be offering her officiating service for free on June 19th at a Group wedding at the Gay Pride event at the Norwalk Green from 3 to 4 p.m. Couples must have a valid CT marriage license stating that Norwalk CT is the location of the ceremony. (ST... - June 10, 2010 - Mary C. Pugh CT Justice of the Peace

Robyn Pellei, Stay-at-Home, Home-School Mother of 9 Children Wins National Mom Entrepreneur Contest

Robyn Pellei, CEO of ViveVita (roughly translated "Living Life") won First Place in the 2010 Business Baby Shower nation-wide competition for Mompreneurs. - June 10, 2010 - ViveVita, llc

Best in Texas Logos Looking for Most Bizarre BBQ Team to Support

The Best in Texas Logos Company of Dallas is looking to support a local BBQ team but wants to find one with the most bizarre team dynamics. - June 09, 2010 - Best in Texas Logos

Ecommerce Queen Launches How-to Guides for Internet Marketers, Small Business Owners and Work-at-Home Moms

EcommerceQueen.com Shows You Step-by-Step How to Get Things Done Online - June 09, 2010 - StaciJansma.com

Best-selling Author Hueina Su Interviewed by Helen Coronato on WNTI Contours Radio Show

The Nurturer’s Coach and best-selling author Hueina Su was interviewed by WNTI Contours Radio Show Host Helen Coronato. - June 08, 2010 - Beyond Horizon Coaching

NLAPW Extends Membership to Students

The National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) extends membership to students who demonstrate commitment to the art, letters, or music disciplines. - June 08, 2010 - National League of American Pen Women

Love Letters to the Lord

Linda Smith continues to make history as the CEO and Founder of Four-D College, one of the first if not only African-American Healthcare Colleges in the United States. Smith recently wrote Love Letters to the Lord, a three volume book set that spans the early years of Four-D College from 1991 up through 2000. She allows the reader a glimpse into her world and hopes the reader will be so inspired by her life’s journey, that they too will be inclined to find a void a fill it by serving humanity. - June 05, 2010 - Zoe Life Publications, Inc.

Charlotte Parent Magazine's Moms at Work Luncheon Featuring Comedian Kelly Swanson Launching Her New Comedy, Don't Make Me Pull This Car Over

Charlotte Parent Magazine will be hosting their 13th Annual Moms at work luncheon at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC. They will be featuring as their keynote speaker award-winning storyteller, comedian, and motivational speaker, Kelly Swanson who will be launching her new comedy:... - June 05, 2010 - Kelly Swanson, Motivational Speaker

Working Moms Applaud Progressive Employers of Canada List

Mom-friendly workplaces recognized for offering flexibility, supportive leadership and progressive programs - June 05, 2010 - Lisa Martin International

Gripsterz, the Fun, Enjoyable Alternative to a Child’s Leash is Launched by ViveVita... Just in Time for Father's Day and Summer Travel

Adorable Monkey Character Handle and Walking Rope System Helps Keep Families Together While Traveling, and Avoids the Social Stigma of an Involuntary Child Leash, Tether, or Harness. - June 04, 2010 - ViveVita, llc

Own a Property in Italy and Benefit from the Health Giving Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle - Realitalia Freehold Managed Property in Italy

Luca Catalano, director at Realitalia says, "I was intrigued by the opinion of Susan Marshall Tomassini, an English Nutritional Therapist who highlights the medical benefits of a traditional Mediterranean diet. This applies especially in the Realitalia property in Italy that offers our owners a concrete opportunity to join the local community. I see it as a real chance to adopt better habits." - June 01, 2010 - Realitalia

Pacific Resort Rarotonga Benchmarks Environmental Practices

In an important milestone for Pacific Resort Rarotonga, the organisation’s commitment to environmental practices has been recognised by EarthCheck; the world’s leading sustainable travel and tourism certification organisation. The EarthCheck Program is widely regarded as the... - June 01, 2010 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands

Greater Women’s Business Council Kicks Off Premiere Luncheon Honoring Ten Corporations in Support of Women Owned Businesses

The Greater Women’s Business Council (GWBC) held its first annual Top Ten Corporations Awards Luncheon at the Atlanta Athletic Club on May 25. Ten corporations were recognized for uniting supplier diversity and women business enterprises into their supply chain and business units. - May 30, 2010 - Greater Women's Business Council

TLC Channel and WeTV Will Feature MomsMessenger.com in July 2010

Two-Way Text Messaging between any Computer and any Mobile Phone - May 30, 2010 - Blue Spark Interactive, LLC

Bambola Beauty Introduces Organic Moisturizer & Sunscreen in One

Bambola Beauty introduces an all-natural organic moisturizer and sunscreen in one. This sheer moisturizer is an excellent hydrator and sunscreen in one. - May 28, 2010 - Bambola Beauty

President of Intuitive Concepts is Keynote Speaker for June’s Women of Freedom Event

International author, speaker, consultant, and Feng Shui expert, Diana Garber will be the keynote speaker for June's Women of Freedom event in central Ohio. This event is set to inspire individuals and business owners alike. - May 27, 2010 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.

Creations by Mom Launches Website for Creative Moms

New online boutique gives moms a new way to buy and sell custom handmade products online. - May 26, 2010 - Creations by Mom

Plant City’s Karen Gillman and Tampa’s Intelligent Office® Both Nominated for Small Business Leadership Awards for the Second Consecutive Year

Gillman works for the Intelligent Office® franchise in Tampa, and both she and the company received nominations for the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce annual awards again this year. She attributes this year's honor to new services and charitable activities she and Intelligent Office® supported over the last 12 months. - May 25, 2010 - Intelligent Office of Tampa Bay

Pamiris, Inc. Names Alyssa Agee as New CEO

Pamiris, Inc., an information technology and management firm, welcomes aboard Alyssa Agee as the new CEO. - May 25, 2010 - Pamiris, Inc.

Snapio is Giving Away $100,000 in Free Printing

Snapio is proud to announce its $100K Giveaway. Play the Shake the Money Tree game to see how much you won. It costs nothing to play and everyone is a winner. Get your share before the game ends. - May 22, 2010 - Snapio Printing

Amadeus Consulting Ranked #10 on Boulder County Business Report’s Women-Owned Businesses List

Boulder County Business Report releases its annual Top 25 Women-Owned Businesses list and Amadeus Consulting is ranked within the top 10 for 2010. This is Amadeus Consulting’s second year to be named to the prestigious list and the company climbed the list from #13 in 2009 to #10 in 2010. - May 22, 2010 - Amadeus Consulting

NAWBO SD Announces BRAVO! Award Winners

NAWBO San Diego presented six BRAVO! Awards to women business owners at its annual gala on May 19. - May 22, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego

Leslie Atalese Joins Synaptis

Brad Mullahy, CEO of Synaptis (www.synaptis.com), a knowledge transfer company that strives to maximize the potential of employees through customized training solutions, has announced that Leslie Atalese has joined the company to serve as a Knowledge Harvest sales representative. Her... - May 22, 2010 - Synaptis

Ken Systems, Inc Wins Multiple 2010 Awards by DiversityBusiness.com

In recognition of the economic power of privately held businesses, DiversityBusiness.com, the nations’ leading business-to-business internet site, recently named Ken Systems, Inc. as one of the top businesses in the United States. Ken Systems, Inc. is happy to announce that it has been... - May 21, 2010 - Ken Systems, Inc

Enterprising Women Magazine Honors Alicia Cervera, Sr. with 2010 Latina Success Award

Monica Smiley, publisher and CEO of Enterprising Women magazine (www.enterprisingwomen.com), presented Alicia Cervera, Sr., founder of Cervera Real Estate in Miami, Fla., with the magazine’s 2010 Enterprising Women Latina Success Award during the 2010 Enterprising Women of the Year Awards... - May 21, 2010 - Enterprising Women

Hard Money NYC Closes a 120k Bridge Loan on a Commercial Property in Bronx Ny

Hard Money NYC, a local private lender, closed a 120k mortgage on a commercial building in Bronx New York. - May 20, 2010 - Hard Money NYC

Susan Wingate’s “Bobby’s Diner” Wins 2010 Finalist Award in the International Book Awards (IBA)

Susan Wingate’s “Bobby’s Diner” – the No. 1 Book in the Bobby’s Diner Series Wins a 2010 Finalist Award for the fiction category of Women's Lit/Chick Lit, in the International Book Awards (IBA). - May 20, 2010 - Author Susan Wingate

Vicki Amorose Adds Value to Clients, Voices.com and the Voiceover Industry

Voices.com member Vicki Amorose is keeping on top of trends, getting involved in her community, and loving every minute of her life as a voice actor. - May 20, 2010 - Voices.com

DressDibs.com Launched by PA High School Senior as Universal Tool to Help Eliminate the Ultimate Oh No! Moment of Dress Duplicity at Proms, Homecomings and Formal Events

DressDibs™.com is a free, fun, teen-focused website launched by PA high school senior Alexandra Wenger, enabling girls everywhere to “Get Dibs” on their special event dresses by uploading photos to their personal closet and special event page. The site is the cyber generation version of the manual dress purchase record dress shops used to keep for their patrons and alleviates the hassle of girls creating individual special event social media site pages in the attempt to prevent dress duplicity. - May 19, 2010 - DressDibs.com

Robin Gilman of REMAX Executive Realty Receives Realtor.com Award

Realtor.com, the #1 on line Real Estate search site has presented The Award of Excellence to Robin Gilman. This award is presented to Realtors that go above and beyond in utilizing the tools on Realtor.com to aide consumers in their home search. Robin Gilman ranks as #1 Agent in her company and #6 of all REMAX agents in New England. - May 19, 2010 - Robin Gilman, Remax Executive Realty

Cork & Fork Sponsors Community Breast Cancer Fundraiser

The owners and management of Cork & Fork, Inc., in conjunction with Peterson Management, Owner/Management Company of Virginia Gateway, take great pleasure in announcing a gala evening of food, wine, music, friendship, and simple pleasures, all to help fund and sustain the outstanding work of... - May 19, 2010 - Cork & Fork

The Nurturer’s Coach and Best-Selling Author Hueina Su to Speak on Life Balance and Business Success for Today’s Business Women

The Nurturer’s Coach and best-selling author Hueina Su will speak at Powerful You Women’s Network Denville Chapter Meeting titled “Intensive Care for Today’s Business Women: Keys to Reduce Stress and Nurture Yourself as You Grow Your Business” on Wednesday May 19, 2010 at 12:00 pm. - May 18, 2010 - Beyond Horizon Coaching

The Roper Group Wins Pinnacle Award

The Roper Group was selected by The Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce as a 2010 Pinnacle Award winner. - May 17, 2010 - The Roper Group Inc dba Roper Bookkeeping

Lutheran Settlement House - Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration! May 20, Hyatt Regency at Penn's Landing, 5:30 Reception, 6:30 Dinner

Lutheran Settlement House - Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration! recognizes nine outstanding women, one woman who has distinguished herself by overall commitment to the wellbeing of Philadelphians and two women in each of the four areas of LSH’s work: bilingual domestic violence; community education and employment training; senior services, and homeless services - one woman who has been an advocate in the area and one who has received services, overcome challenges, and given back. - May 15, 2010 - Lutheran Settlement House

Petit Confection Debuts at "The Sweetest Thing" - MAMAISTA and Cookies for Kids’ Cancer Partner for Pre-Mother’s Day Event

French inspired children’s clothing line Petit Confection made its debut on Tuesday, May 4 in New York City. “The Sweetest Thing,” hosted by MAMAISTA and Cookies for Kids’ Cancer™ charity and held at West Village eatery Sweetiepie, was a fabulous pre-Mother’s Day event. Attended by mothers and children alike, including “The Real Housewives of New York City’s” Alex McCord, “The Sweetest Thing” was an unforgettable occasion. - May 14, 2010 - Petit Confection

Barbara Mulcahy and Mary Ann Walsh of RE/MAX Premier Announce New Website

Barbara Mulcahy and Mary Ann Walsh of Re/Max Premier are proud to announce the arrival of their new website. Whether you want to search for your next home or get a feel for the market value of your current one, you can find everything you need on their new real estate website. "We believe... - May 14, 2010 - James Mulcahy, RE/Max Premier in Warren, NJ

Documentary to Chronicle 52-Year-Old Woman’s Quest to Compete in Grueling Ocean Endurance Event

32 Miles from Now is the true story of one woman’s dream to paddle the “Everest” of ocean events; the treacherous Molokai Channel in Hawaii. Ann Hettinger’s journey is a narrative of life changing events that take this 52 year old ex-suburban housewife from Colorado to Kauai. Taken completely out of her element and becoming fully immersed in the island lifestyle, she learns honor and respect for the ocean and the amazing watermen and women that guide and teach her along the way. - May 13, 2010 - 32 Miles from Now

BodyLase Skin Spa President Releases Podcast on Permanent Cosmetics

BodyLase Skin Spa (www.getbodylase.com) has announced the release of a podcast describing the permanent cosmetic procedure. In the podcast, Karen Albright, president of the medspa, describes the process of applying micro insertions of pigment onto the dermal layer of the skin and who is best suited... - May 13, 2010 - BodyLase