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.
Paul S. Manning of Renaissance Fitness Studio and Wellness Center is Proud to Announce Catherine Rowe as His Newest Onsite Personal Trainer
Renaissance Fitness Studio of Newport, Rhode Island offers personal training by appointment only. An upscale fitness facility with fireplace and wall fountain, Paul Manning owner adds to his staff. - January 09, 2010 - Renaissance Fitness Newport
Intuitive Concepts Receives Consumer Excellence (ACE) Award Presented by NARI of Central Ohio
The Achievement in Consumer Excellence (ACE) Award has been presented to Intuitive Concepts four years running. This award honors members of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) for exemplary products and/or service. - January 09, 2010 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.
NAWBO SAN DIEGO Announces January Networking Event/ Network with NAWBO to Make New Connections
The University Club will be the venue for Network with NAWBO on January 25, an informal networking event featuring complimentary wine and appetizers and a no-host bar. - January 08, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
Therapy in Transition Receives Positive Response to Website’s New Design
Therapy in Transition (TITO) launched its newly redesigned website in beta testing on Dec. 29, 2009, and the feedback continues to be overwhelmingly positive. Visitors describe the newly designed site as “professional,” “informative,” “user-friendly” and “inspirational.” - January 06, 2010 - Therapy in Transition LLC
Nature Maiden Natural Bath & Body Products Made Locally
Nature Maiden Bath & Body products. Many people have tried them. However, not many local folks know about the workings of a woman and her expanding product line. Nature Maiden products are made with natural ingredients. - January 06, 2010 - NatureMaiden.com
Local Virtual Assistant Shares Secrets to Get Organized
Staci Jansma Celebrates “National Get Organized Month.” - January 05, 2010 - StaciJansma.com
Coffee and Contacts Women’s Power Networking Offers Monthly Power Lunch Series
"Effective Social Networking: Boosting Your Business and Brand Online Power Lunch” hosted by Raleigh-based Coffee and Contacts, features panelists Alice Osborn, Eileen Batson, Olalah Njenga and Marilyn Shannon, Jan. 8, 2010 at Brio Tuscan Grille in Raleigh. - January 03, 2010 - Women's Power Networking
Asian Women in Business Announces the 2nd Annual AWIB Scholarship Awards Ceremony: Six Asian Women Undergraduates Will be Recognized as the Next Generation of Leaders
Asian Women In Business (AWIB) is proud to announce that six outstanding Asian women College undergraduates have been selected to receive the 2009 AWIB Scholarship. Established in 2006, the AWIB Scholarship Fund is unique, as it focuses on promoting and developing Asian females to become our future... - January 01, 2010 - Asian Women in Business
NAWBO San Diego's January Meeting Focuses on Time Management/ Learn How to do More with Less Stress
The first meeting of 2010 for NAWBO San Diego will feature Sarita Maybin presenting, "How To Get More Done With Less Stress." The January 20 lunch event will be held at a new location, the Sheraton La Jolla. More information, including online registration, is available at nawbo-sd.org. - January 01, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
Free Psychic Network Provides Psychic Predictions for 2010
Psychic Frederick Gimino, at the Free Psychic Network, recently released a yearly psychic forecast for 2010. Free Psychic Network sees the new year making the global community whole. It appears that 2010 is the year of "the restoration." Free Psychic Network's forecast contradicts many of the doom and gloom psychics, that envision the death of world leaders, global cataclysm, famine, and pestilence, for 2010. - December 31, 2009 - Free Psychic Network
Ombassa Inspires Returns to USA Bringing Relief from Grief
UK based communications company re-enters a new headspace as they move their headquarters back to Atlanta, GA. Ombassa Inspires, a subsidiary of Life Conversations, sets up a flagship in the personal growth community after five years of absence from the USA and leaving a huge following in the United Kingdom. - December 31, 2009 - Ombassa Inspires
Newly Redesigned Website Launches January 2010 with an Online Learning Environment - TLC
Therapy in Transition (TITO) launches a newly redesigned website providing membership privileged benefits such as private discussion forums moderated by a panel of experts dedicated to supporting member’s personal and professional success and Tito’s Learning Center or TLC where individuals can enroll in online courses to broaden their skills and knowledge. - December 30, 2009 - Therapy in Transition LLC
Southern Author Parallels Family’s Growth with America’s Rise During 20th Century
Mississippi-native Jennifer Crane publishes first novel, Coopers Crossing. - December 29, 2009 - Jennifer Crane
Bookkeeping Made Simple
Boogles (an award-winning bookkeeping company) has created a business picture book series called “Boogles and the busy manager” whereby Boogles meets different business people and helps them with various aspects of their business. The books feature mumpreneurs, self employed consultants and partners in business. - December 29, 2009 - Boogles Ltd
NAWBO SD Supports Operation: December to Remember
NAWBO San Diego provided a donation to Optimal Nutrition to support Operation: December to Remember. As a result, a struggling military family will receive an all-organic holiday dinner for eight. - December 25, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
CP Environmental Group, Inc. Receives 2009 Best of Business Award
Small Business Commerce Association’s Award Honors the Achievement. - December 23, 2009 - CP Environmental Group
Weddings, Wedding Favors and Decorations - Now It's Easy
Online bridal shop makes wedding shopping easier with newly organized navigation for wedding favors, bridal accessories and more. - December 22, 2009 - Favors & Gifts By Donna
New Berlin Garage Door Company Receives WBE Certification
Joe Wilde Company, Inc., has received certification as a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) through the Wisconsin Department of Commerce. The designation provides validation that Joe Wilde Company, Inc. meets the requirements of being at least 51 percent woman-owned, controlled and managed. It qualifies Joe Wilde Company, Inc. to be considered for contracts with corporations and government entities that seek vendor relationships with businesses owned and operated by women. - December 22, 2009 - Joe Wilde Company, Inc.
Nika Corporate Housing Recognized for Outstanding Service by US Central Command (CENTCOM) Personnel
Nika Corporate Housing, LLC was presented with recognition for outstanding customer service to US service members stationed at headquarters United States Central Command in Tampa Florida. - December 21, 2009 - Nika Corporate Housing
NAWBO San Diego January Seminar Focuses on Estate Planning
Marguerite Lorenz of Lorenz Fiduciary Services will present the first NAWBO San Diego seminar of 2010, Estate Planning and Your Business, on Friday, Jan. 8 from noon to 1 p.m. at Brandman University. - December 20, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
Inland Empire Magazine's 2009 Best Personal Trainer, Christi MacNee
Christi MacNee, President of T3 Fitness Energy, was voted Inland Empire Magazine’s 2009 Best Personal Trainer. This is the second year in a row that Christi MacNee has received this recognition. “Just like last year, this recognition continues to be an honor and inspiration. In... - December 19, 2009 - T3 Fitness Energy
6th Annual No Limit Women's Expo
Experience life enrichment and empowerment at its best at the 6th annual No Limit Women's Expo. This fun, family-friendly and charitable event features exhibitors with products, services, business opportunities, and networking for women in the community. - December 17, 2009 - The No Limit Network
SupportABlogger.com Comes to the Rescue of Time Crunched Bloggers
Texas mom launches SupportABlogger.com offering virtual assistant services as well as a free service that brings bloggers together. - December 17, 2009 - Support A Blogger
Translation Industry Veteran Tina Wuelfing Cargile Joins Global Language Solutions to Manage Growth of the Company’s Life Sciences Industry Clientele
Global Language Solutions, Inc. (GLS), a full-service translation and interpreting firm with more than 15 years of experience delivering language services and solutions to organizations around the globe, announces the addition of Tina Wuelfing Cargile to its Business Development team. A seasoned... - December 17, 2009 - Global Language Solutions
Defend Yourself Economically in the New Year with a Home-Based Business
Full Safety Armor joins MyFamilyCD IDentification and Safe Warriors 101 Safety Education Curricula together in a Fun, Fitness, and Safety Awareness program to all kids and adults. - December 12, 2009 - Safe Kids Card, Inc
R. J. Buckley Publishing Announces the December Release of Rebecca Randolph Buckley's Latest Contemporary Romance Novel - "Midnight in Brussels"
Rebecca Buckley's "Midnight in Brussels" is the third novel in her "Midnight" series with Rachel O'Neill as one of the protagonists. Each novel captures the exotic essence of New Year’s Eve celebrations in major cities around the world. You are sure to discover an ensemble of characters and settings that will captivate your heart and mind. - December 12, 2009 - R. J. Buckley Publishing
Joe Blessett MP3 Music Downloads Available Now
New Acid Jazz Music Artist Joe Blessett Now on iTunes. The debut Release of U Can Trust Me by Composer and Producer Joe Blessett. - December 10, 2009 - Joe Blessett Music
eBay Keyword Search Tool Helps Listing Get Heavy Traffic
eBay Seller Used HammerTap Keywords to Get Heavy Traffic to Listing. HammerTap, the industry leader in eBay market research, reports that HammerTap keyword research information given to a radio listener on November 18 led the listener’s listing to be the 12th most watched puzzle on eBay this week, according to www.collectorsweekly.com. - December 09, 2009 - HammerTap, LLC
Simplifast Betters Health at BetterHealth Markets
Simplifast, the world’s first all natural ready-to-drink lemon detox beverage, expands reach into the Midwest with BetterHealth Markets in the greater Detroit, Ann Arbor and Lansing areas. - December 09, 2009 - Simplifast, LLC
New Men's Faux Suede Jackets and New Women's Coats, Dresses and Tops Introduced Into the OgieKanogie.com Line of Machine Washable Outerwear, Hoodies and Dresses
New designs from OgieKanogie.com have arrived, including its first Men's faux suede jackets, new women's full length coats, sweater coats, a sexy black hoodie mini dress and a hoodie top. Shipping and return shipping are free at OgieKanogie.com. - December 09, 2009 - Ogie Kanogie llc
10th Annual Duke Start-Up Challenge Announces Winners of Elevator Pitch Competition
The 10th Annual Duke Start-Up Challenge announced today that Biogenic Medical Devices, led by Garrett Muramoto (MBA’11), took home the Judge’s Choice award of $1000 and The Produce Purity Project, led by Stephanie Fruth (MBA’11), won the Audience Choice award of $250 and a special gift of $500 from lead judge Bill Maris, Co-Founder of Google Ventures. A video recording of the event is available on the Start-Up Challenge website at www.dukestartupchallenge.org. - December 08, 2009 - Duke Global Entrepreneurship Network
New Website, RubbingNickels.com, Offers Financial Tools and Money-Saving Resources
RubbingNickels.com, a website launched in May, provides resources to help people attain their financial goals while taking into account the new economic realities. The informational website offers simple budget and financial goals worksheets, creative strategies to reduce costs and be organized around the house, tips for becoming “eco-thrifty,” and good deals every day. - December 08, 2009 - Rubbing Nickels, Inc.
Third Wave Advertising Appoints Johanna Anderson Marketing Assistant
Third Wave Advertising, Central Georgia's most comprehensive advertising agency and internet marketing firm, announces the addition of Johanna Anderson as Marketing Assistant. Anderson, a Macon native, recently joined the Third Wave team after spending five years as a creative writer and project... - December 07, 2009 - Third Wave Digital
TimeWise, Inc. Launches New Kitchen Concierge Service
DISH with debbie, a new kitchen concierge service, offers members a hotline for practical cooking advice, simple meal ideas, menu planning, and more. - December 03, 2009 - TimeWise, Inc.
Women in Technology “Slips a Mikki” with Mikki Williams
Tech Collective WIT series luncheon will explore work/life balance in energetic presentation; offer holiday shopping with local vendors. - December 03, 2009 - Tech Collective
Replicon Co-CEO Named One of Canada's Most Powerful Women, Successively
Women's Executive Network honors Lakshmi Raj for her leadership, vision, and continued success in helping businesses optimize their operations with web-based time & expense tracking solutions. - December 01, 2009 - Replicon Inc
Calling Nominees: Cincy Chic’s 2009 Woman of the Year Awards
Cincinnati Women’s Publication Accepting Entries for Third-Annual Woman of the Year Awards - November 26, 2009 - Cincy Chic
Simplifast Lemonade Diet Available in All Metropolitan Markets in Seattle
Simplifast, the world’s first ready-to-drink lemonade diet beverage, expands reach into the Seattle area and Pacific Northwest with Metropolitan Market. Metropolitan Markets are the first markets in their area to carry the Simplifast lemon detox cleanse drink. Simplifast was founded to enable... - November 25, 2009 - Simplifast, LLC
Replicon Co-Founder Ranked #6 Among Canada's Top Women Entrepreneurs
Lakshmi Raj honored on PROFIT magazine's W100 for Replicon's market-leading timesheet & expense management software - November 24, 2009 - Replicon Inc
Direct Innovations Wins Stevie Award® in 6th Annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business
Direct Innovations won a Stevie Award for Best Entrepreneur – Service Businesses - up to 100 Employees - Advertising, Marketing, and Public Relations in the Stevie Awards for Women in Business. - November 20, 2009 - Direct Innovations
Martha Stewart Invites Founder of Bake for Hope to Participate in Martha’s 1st Annual Pie Contest Show
Bake for Hope founder, Lisa Pederson, of grass-roots charity event, gets invited to participate on Martha Stewart’s 1st Annual Pie Contest show airing this holiday season. - November 20, 2009 - Cause Good
Advanced Laser Clinics of Illinois Close Shop
Advanced Laser Clinics of Illinois have shut down all locations early this month. NuU Medspa is offering former clients of Advanced Laser Clinic clients free treatments of laser hair removal to soften the financial burden. NuU Medspa continues to satisfy their customers with excellent customer... - November 19, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Sweet New Children's Book from Katie Roser
A cute and sweet children's reader written and illustrated by Katie Roser just released on Amazon.com - November 19, 2009 - Katie Roser Artistic Services
Flats Belly Wraps™ is Now Wink, Offering Post-Pregnancy Belly Bands, Nursing Apparel and Pregnancy Intimates
Flats Belly Wraps™, innovative designers of medical post-pregnancy belly band garments, has rebranded today as Wink – Intimates for Mom; continuing to offer medical grade post-pregnancy abdominal compression garments and adding a line-up of nursing tank tops, pregnancy support belly... - November 19, 2009 - Flats Belly Wraps, LLC
IN THE VIRTUAL CITY INC Now Has an Office in Los Angeles, CA
Business Intelligence for the future just got even better. - November 15, 2009 - IN THE VIRTUAL CITY INC dba 2 HOT 4 AIRWAVES
Minding Your Matters® President Speaks at Women’s Business Summit
Janice Russell, CPO-CD, President of Minding Your Matters Organizing® spoke at this year’s Women in Business Summit entitled Boomer Diva Nation (BDN). Russell’s seminar was called Zero to Six in Five, where she shared her expertise as a veteran service-based business owner who grew... - November 14, 2009 - Minding Your Matters
Signature Rum Cakes by Marlene's Premiere Desserts Now Available on Wisconsinmade.com
Wisconsinmade.com, an e-commerce gourmet food and gift store, is happy to announce the addition of Marlene's Premiere Desserts to its growing family of Wisconsin artisans. - November 14, 2009 - Wisconsinmade.com
Soldiers at Fort Hood Experience Betrayal of the Worse. "There Are Four Actions Organizations Can Take to Thwart Attacks," Advantage SCI, El Segundo, CA.
“Preparedness plans need to be bullet-proof and developed through “round- the- clock” education of threats - plots, methods, intentions, motivation, and capabilities,” says Elsa Lee, counterterrorism expert, author, and CEO of Advantage SCI (www.advantagesci.com), a national security services firm operating in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. - November 13, 2009 - Advantage SCI
Romance Home Party Company Doubles in Size - Sex Toy Parties Proves to be a Growth Industry for Brown Bag Party Inc.
Brown Bag Party has announced it has achieved a 100% growth rate over the past 13 months. - November 11, 2009 - Brown Bag Party Inc.
International Women to Give Companies a Competitive Edge: Scholarships for Business Women in the Expat Women Network
The IE Business School in Madrid and the global website ExpatWomen.com join forces to announce scholarships into IE's 2010 Advanced Management Programs. - November 11, 2009 - ExpatWomen.com