Women in Business News
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Open Mic and a Chance to Win 4 Hours of Studio Time from IN THE VIRTUAL CITY INC
Virtual City News and Virtual City Radio by IN THE VIRTUAL CITY INC hosts this event every Saturday. - April 10, 2010 - IN THE VIRTUAL CITY INC dba 2 HOT 4 AIRWAVES
VOIP Service Provider Enhances Service Offerings with Axacore’s FaxAgent Fax Solution
Axacore Provides GeckoTech with a Scalable and Reliable Fax Appliance. - April 09, 2010 - Axacore Inc.
Copious Publishing Author, Kijana Martin, Fills the Teen/Parent Communication Gap in the Unparalleled Young Adult Life Reference Book, "Real Life, Real Choices"
In an attempt to fill the gap, explain sensitive subjects with real life experience, or to be accessible when a parent or guardian isn’t, author, Kijana Martin has shared her life in a down to earth fashion to be referenced for a lifetime. - April 08, 2010 - Copious Publishing
New Villa Suites Open at ‘Australasia’s Leading Villas’ in the Cook Islands - Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa
Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa is the latest 5 star luxury self contained accommodation on Rarotonga and today proudly announces the opening of five brand new one bedroom Villa Suites at the property. Complementing the existing five beautifully designed and appointed two & three bedroom villas, these new Villa Suites each feature their own pool in a private beachfront or garden courtyard setting. - April 07, 2010 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Expert Sheri Fisher Joins Therapy in Transition as Small Business PR and Marketing Coach
Therapy in Transition (TITO), which recently put together an Expert Panel to expand its services, has brought Sheri Fisher on board as the organization’s Small Business PR and Marketing Coach. - April 07, 2010 - Therapy in Transition LLC
Freshly Baked Foiled Cupcakes (foiledcupcakes.com) Now a Selling Phenomenon at Upscale Chocolate and Wine Lounge
Chicago's northwest suburban community can now indulge in cupcakes and chocolates. Foiled Cupcakes of Naperville gives Anna Shea Chocolates' patrons in South Barrington yet another reason to stop and stay at their chocolate bar's new lounge salon. - April 07, 2010 - Foiled Cupcakes
Tough Times Call for Remarkable Prospecting and Sales Skills
Wendy Weiss, The Queen of Cold Calling is relaunching the intensive group coaching program Cold Calling College Live. The program helps participants prospect fearlessly and open doors to new selling opportunities—even in a difficult economy. - April 07, 2010 - Wendy Weiss
DW Virtual Services Offers Affordable Solutions for Administrative & Marketing Needs
Woman-Owned, Virtual Assistant Service Company Launches - April 07, 2010 - DW Virtual Services
First Pakistani Woman CEO Aims to Start a Peaceful Revolution with Her Films
Saman Hasnain Heads Up Fast Growing International Film Company with the Release of 10 Films in 2010. - April 06, 2010 - WIN Program
The Kopley Group Hires New Vice President
The Kopley Group, a Chicago based, nation - wide company hires a Vice President for the Real Estate Brokerage Division of the company, Kopley Partners. - April 05, 2010 - The Kopley Group, Inc.
FEWJapan: Women's Executive Organization Holds Mindmapping Training Event
Join the members and guests of FEWJapan for a special productivity workshop. The guest speaker is Ivan Vanjan, a neuroscientist who will share theories and techniques for using mindmapping effectively. - April 05, 2010 - FEWJapan
FEWJapan: Women's Executive Organization and the Entrepreneur’s Association of Tokyo Present: Women Have Talent
Join the members and guests of FEWJapan for the April 2010 meeting on Thursday April 8, 2010. Women Have Talent will give members a chance to cheer on, learn about and network with another current and aspiring female entrepreneurs. FEW is co-hosting the event with Entrepreneur's Association of Japan http://www.ea-tokyo.com. It will be open to male guests. - April 05, 2010 - FEWJapan
Organize Your Environment Organizes Web Presence
Professional Organizer Streamlines Web Site and Increases Internet Conversions - April 05, 2010 - The Simpler Group, LLC
Dental Office in Fairfield, CT Now Accepts Husky for Children
Dr. Mariana Conant a Fairfield Connecticut Dentist is now accepting State of Connecticut - Children Husky program at her office. - April 04, 2010 - Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Fairfield
ConsignmentChic.com Founder, Tracy True Dismukes, Named as Finalist for the NAWBO/Wells Fargo Trailblazer Award
Wells Fargo and the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) name ConsignmentChic.com founder, Tracy True Dismukes, as a finalist in their annual Trailblazer Award. - April 04, 2010 - Consignment Chic
Iconic Luxury Baby Bedding Designer Nava Writz Re-Joins Forces with Allison Dawn Public Relations
Baby Bedding and Nursery Accessories design company, Nava’s Designs, re-signs with longtime public relations firm, Allison Dawn PR. - April 01, 2010 - Nava's Designs
Karen Albright of BodyLase Skin Spa Releases Podcast on Laser Hair Removal
BodyLase Skin Spa (www.getbodylase.com) has announced the release of a podcast describing laser hair removal. In the podcast, Karen Albright, president of the medspa, explains the laser hair removal process, how it works and the expected results. Quotes: “We were recognized by Citysearch... - April 01, 2010 - BodyLase
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