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 October Meeting Focuses on Branding
Branding guru Liz Goodgold will present "Create a Hot Personal Brand So Clients Choose You" at the October 21 NAWBO San Diego lunch meeting. More information and online registration are available at nawbo-sd.org. - October 02, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
Women on Board Announce Date for Launch Event
Women on Board (www.nccwps.org), a program of the North Carolina Center for Women in Public Service, will host the Women on Board launch event, to be held Thursday, Oct. 15, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m, at Meredith College Massey House, located at 3800 Hillsborough St. AT&T North Carolina will... - October 02, 2009 - Women On Board
Every Dog's Day Wins Best of Business Award
Every Dog’s Day Canine Resort & Day Spa has been named to Best of Business 2009 by the Style Publishing Group. Selected for its offering of unique services, customer care, and contributions to the local community, Every Dog’s Day will be featured in the Best of Business 2009 issue... - October 01, 2009 - Every Dog's Day Canine Resort & Day Spa
Intelligent Office of Garden City is Now NCBA’s Newest Corporate Partner and Preferred Service Provider
The Nassau County Bar Association (NCBA) is proud to announce that Intelligent Office of Garden City is their Corporate Partner and Preferred Service Provider for virtual office solutions and remote receptionist services. - October 01, 2009 - Slightly Mad
LicenZing LLC is Recognized as Women Owned Business of the Year of San Rafael, CA
Molly Robbins Entrepreneur honored by Women’s Initiative of Self -Employment - October 01, 2009 - LicenZing, LLC
New Grill Charms™ Pink Collection Will Help Fund Breast Cancer Research
Breast cancer survivor and grilling gadget inventor Leslie Haywood sets out to make a difference and raise awareness with The Pink Collection of her popular grilling accessory and gift item Grill Charms™. - October 01, 2009 - Grill Charms by Charmed Life Products LLC
Death and Taxes Lead Singer Jay Link Rocks the Detox
To shed his final 80 pounds in the next 8 months, Link has partnered up with a hot upstart beverage called Simplifast. Simplifast will help him quickly and safely accomplish a series of short liquid juice fasts each month. - September 30, 2009 - Simplifast, LLC
Bluegreen Office Opens as Businesses Ride Out the Economy and Support the Green Revolution by Using Virtual Support Services
With the current state of the economy, more and more entrepreneurs and business owners are looking for creative ways to cut back and still maintain day-to-day operations. For some, Colleen Serra, owner of Bluegreen Office Virtual Administrative and Creative Group, provides a solution to such a... - September 30, 2009 - Bluegreen Office Virtual Administrative and Creative Group
The Cypress of Raleigh Participates in Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk
Regina Driesbach, executive director of The Cypress of Raleigh (www.thecypressofraleigh.com), has announced that The Cypress will participate in the Triangle Memory Walk on Saturday, Oct. 3 at Regency Park in Cary. The Triangle Memory Walk helps raise money and awareness of Alzheimer's disease and... - September 30, 2009 - Cypress of Raleigh
The Peanut Shell® Launches Its Designer Line of Front Carrier Covers, Offering Baby Sling Style
The Peanut Shell®, designer and manufacturer of industry leading parenting essentials including baby slings, nursing covers, swaddle blankets and front carrier covers, releases its newest product today, the Peanut Shell® front carrier cover; a new way to add a bit of fashion to your front carrier. - September 28, 2009 - Goo-Ga Style, Inc DBA the Peanut Shell
Regional Business Community Celebrates 7th Annual Erie Athena Awards
ATHENA International, Inc., National City, now a part of PNC, and the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership celebrated the seventh annual Erie ATHENA Awards during a luncheon held today at Mercyhurst College. The event paid tribute to the economic power and leadership of local women, and the... - September 28, 2009 - Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership
Women-Owned and Operated Koi Design LLC Sues Retailer Giant Mark’s Work Wearhouse for Allegedly Selling Knock-Offs of Its Designs
koi Design, LLC (“Koi”), a small women-run designer scrubs company, filed suit against Canadian retail giant Mark’s Work Wearhouse. The suit brought in federal court by the Santa Monica, California-based koi alleges that the retailer, with 330 stores in Canada and substantial sales in the United States, sold “knock-off” versions of its popular nursing scrubs. - September 27, 2009 - koi Design LLC
Babydollz Lingerie Inc, is Proud to Announce the Opening of It's Annual Halloween Costume Boo-Tique
Babydollz Lingerie Inc., Temecula, California's Premier Lingerie Boutique & Boudoir Photography Studio will be transforming into the Exclusive Babydollz Costume Boo-tique October 1st-October 31st, 2009. - September 27, 2009 - Babydollz Lingerie, Inc.
Dallas Summit Shows Entrepreneurs How to Turn Their Knowledge Into Cash
Coaching Millions Super Summit Oct. 23-25 attracts new and seasoned entrepreneurs from all over the world to learn how to market their knowledge. Forget the recession. Forget unemployment. With a few simple steps, you can become the millionaire you have always dreamed yourself to be. That’s the message attendees will hear at the Coaching Millions Super Summit in Dallas, Texas on Oct. 23, 24 and 25, in Westin Galleria. - September 26, 2009 - Coaching Millions
1stVA Launches Online in a Month Program, to Help Career Changers Make Quick Shift to Internet-Based Business
Many seasoned professionals are suddenly without a paycheck or any job prospects in the near future. Some may want to consult or start an online business, but don't know the ins-and-outs of building a web presence or internet marketing and social media. One Massachusetts company is addressing this need with Online in a Month, a unique program designed to get them up and running quickly. - September 25, 2009 - 1stVA Virtual Online Marketing Company
Sex Toy Party Company to Promote Breast Cancer Awareness Month Through Its Romance Home Party Consultants: Brown Bag Party Inc.
Brown Bag Party, a romance home-party company is set to distribute more than 7,000 Pink Breast Cancer Awareness bracelets in October. - September 25, 2009 - Brown Bag Party Inc.
Graphic Design USA Selects ColtStrategies as a Winner in Annual Design Competition
Editors Recognize the “Best and Brightest” in National Design Competition - September 23, 2009 - ColtStrategies.com
Author and Execution Coach, Anna McCoy to Host Woman Act Now Connect-Working Meeting in DFW Metroplex
Woman Act Now is a movement of execution by women nationally and internationally who want to learn the art of getting life done. Coach Anna McCoy, Chief Encouragement Officer of Woman Act Now, an online and chapter-based organization is hosting a Woman, Act Now Connect-Working Monthly Meeting, September 25, 2009, at 6:30 PM at the estate of Anna and Richmond McCoy. Coach Anna will teach on “Closing the Execution Gap” from her newest book release, Woman, Act Now. - September 23, 2009 - Act Now, Inc.
Nu Yale Cleaners Receives Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence
Jeffersonville-based Nu-Yale Cleaners has received a 2009 Indiana Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence during the annual Pollution Prevention Conference and Trade Show held Sept. 16 at Primo's West in Plainfield. Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) Assistant Commissioner... - September 23, 2009 - Nu Yale Cleaners
NAWBO San Diego Announces October Seminar
Wealth Management and Your Business is the topic of the October NAWBO San Diego seminar. Members attend for free; the fee for visitors is $25. Pre-registration is required for this limited seating event at nawbo-sd.org. - September 22, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
SparkBase Welcomes Christine Primisch
Strong Demand Prompts Expansion of Client Services Team - September 21, 2009 - SparkBase LLC
The Post-Pregnancy Belly Band is the Latest Product in the Flats Belly Wraps™ Postnatal Abdominal Compression Lineup
Flats Belly Wraps™, innovative designers of medical post-pregnancy compression garments, releases its post-pregnancy waist belly band product today, the Flats Belly Wraps waist cincher. The postnatal belly band is for new moms that want to bounce back into pre-pregnancy shape. - September 21, 2009 - Flats Belly Wraps, LLC
Hair Today Gone Tomorrow Closes Their Doors as NuU Medspa Honors Upset Clients Treatments
NuU Medspa, the leading aesthetic and cosmetic business in the industry, prepare to honor lost treatments from Hair Today Gone Tomorrow (HTGT) clients at any NuU Medspa location. NuU Medspa understands the financial burden, as well as the emotional upset and frustration that HTGT clients are... - September 19, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
BICG Formalizes Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) Offering with Addition of Highly Skilled Personnel
Mike Zajec joins BI Consulting Group as VP of EPM Practice - September 18, 2009 - BI Consulting Group
Local Virtual Assistant Receives Entrepreneurial Recognition
Beth Frank receives VAccolade Business Entrepreneur Award. - September 17, 2009 - OnlineAdmin
Simplifast Rtd. Beverage Reinvents the Lemonade Diet
Simplifast®, the first ready-to-drink fasting beverage, has reinvented the Master Cleanse (aka the Lemonade Diet). The lemonade diet has been around for decades with its health benefits touted by everyone from doctors to celebrity product endorsers. Simplifast has made the so-called lemonade... - September 16, 2009 - Simplifast, LLC
Builders Site Protection Sponsors Womans Mountain Bike Group
Builders Site Protection, a certified woman owned company (WBE) is providing sponsorship to an all woman mountain biking club in Southern California. - September 16, 2009 - Builders Site Protection
Small Business Teams with Global Equipment Provider, Gives Back to WNY Small Business
On A Dime partners with Ingram Micro to Deliver Cost Saving Solutions to WNY Small Businesses. - September 13, 2009 - On A Dime Installations
Fink Cards Founder in Cartier Award Final
A Northampton mum of four has beaten off stiff competition to become the only UK finalist for the Cartier Women’s Initiative Award 2009. Lisa Warner, the creator of family conversation cards Fink Cards was chosen as one of the finalists from 820 applicants worldwide in the international... - September 12, 2009 - Fink
Free Ladies Self Defense Seminar
Quest Academy of Martial Arts is offering a Free Ladies Self Defense Seminar at the Charles Schusterman Jewish Community Center at 1pm on September 12th. - September 12, 2009 - Quest Academy of Martial Arts, LLC
Bossier City, LA Business Owner Pays Tribute to Barbara Walters, Honoring Her Lifetime Achievement Award; Encouraging Women in Business Worldwide
Lehla Shop, specializing in upscale children’s couture, has been invited to participate in this year’s 30th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards, in a very unique manner. Lisa Hill, Lehla Shop owner, was elated when Off the Wall Productions took an interest in her clever... - September 12, 2009 - lehla shop
Operation Life Transformed's "Three Step Transformation" Receives 2009 Newman's Own Award
Fisher House Foundation Inc., Newman's Own Inc., and Military Times Media Group Supports Life Improvements for Military Families. - September 11, 2009 - Operation Life Transformed
SendCare.com Care Packages Remembers U.S. Heroes on the Eighth Anniversary of 9/11
Since January 2000, SendCare.com has helped families and friends stay connected with custom care packages. During that time, many members of the deployed military and countless college students have received cheer through this unique service. On the eighth anniversary of 9/11, the owner of SendCare.com Care Packages recalled those tragic events and urged everyone to pull together in the spirit of community. - September 11, 2009 - SendCare.com
The Red Tent Woman Wins the Australian Home-Based Business Award for 2009 (AHBBA)
Victoria-based organisation supporting women in small and home-based businesses wins coveted prize from Australian business award-giving body. - September 11, 2009 - The Red Tent Woman
NAWBO San Diego's September Meeting Focuses on Marketing
L.A. marketing guru Lisa Cherney will be the featured speaker at NAWBO San Diego's lunch meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at the Doubletree Del Mar Hotel. She will focus on marketing to your ideal client. Visitors are welcome. Learn more and register at nawbo-sd.org. - September 10, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
NAWBO San Diego Announces September Networking Event
Network With NAWBO, wine & cheese networking, will take place on Monday, Sept. 28 from 5-7 at Jobing.com in Mission Valley. Visit nawbo-sd.org to learn more and register. - September 10, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
Simplifast’s RTD Fasting Beverage Hits Shelves in Hi-Health Stores
Simplifast®, the first ready-to-drink fasting beverage, is now available in all 52 Hi-Health stores throughout Arizona. Simplifast has experienced accelerating growth at specialty supermarkets and regional supplement shops throughout the U.S. It is an ultra functional beverage, forging a brand... - September 08, 2009 - Simplifast, LLC
Market Mommy:: The Blog to Host First-Ever Labor Day Blog Party Sept. 7 – 12
The Blog will host its first-ever Labor Day Blog Party the week of Sept. 7 -12. - September 06, 2009 - Market Mommy
I Do Tattoo™, the Wedding Industry's Answer to "Something Blue"
I Do Tattoo™ is the answer to, “What to wear for Something Blue?” A pair of temporary tattoos, custom designed by a specialty artist, arrive in a sleek blue case that also serves as a memento for wedding day memories - be it a photo or the wedding invitation - and also houses a screened print of the bride's chosen design. - September 05, 2009 - I Do Tattoo
"Passport Through Italy" Six Week Wine Seminar at Fratelli Lyon with Julie Mushett and Aniece Meinhold
Fratelli Lyon announces a six week wine seminar “Passport through Italy.” Learn about Italy’s famous wine regions, numerous grape varietals (at this point over 2000) and savor mouth-watering dishes as Julie Mushett, Fine Wine Specialist of Vinifera Imports and WineLifeStyle, and... - September 05, 2009 - MIRIAM FERNANDES Gallery
Bliss Designs Designated as Visual Display Award Winner During July 2009 Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market
During their inaugural venture to the July 2009 Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market, Diane Bliss and her daughter, Courtney Lombardi, of Bliss Designs Inc. were recognized for their outstanding merchandise display on their floor, bringing home a coveted Visual Display Award to... - September 05, 2009 - Bliss Designs Inc.
Lisa Pineiro of Technical Services Inc. Receives 2009 Women in Business Award
Lisa Pineiro, president of Technical Services Inc., a privately held employment service and recruiting firm that provides contract, special project and direct hire placement services to the electrical construction industry, was recognized as one of the Triangle’s most successful businesswomen... - September 05, 2009 - WOmen @ Work
DIDX Adds Singapore and Malaysian POPs to Total Over 17 Million DID
Super Technologies' DIDX DID and SIP trunking marketplace was a pioneer in 2005, offering the world's first truly wholesale platform for phone number buy, sell and trade. With over 14,000 members from 170 nations, it announces today its new and crucially important points of presence (POP) in... - September 02, 2009 - Super Technologies, Inc. DIDX
Fashion Designer Tiffany Koury Returns to Fashion Week with New Tricks Up Her Sleeve
After a short hiatus Tiffany Koury has returned, inspired, and ready to take on this year’s New York Fashion Week. For her Spring 2010 collection Tiffany has created an all-encompassing experience that can transport anyone back to a time of myth and romance. The show is set for September 10... - September 01, 2009 - Tiffany Koury
First Female Head of State to Receive Passion Award
On September 5, 2009, Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, fourth President of Iceland and the first elected female head of state, will receive The Global Passion Award in Reykjavik, Iceland. This award is presented to individuals in countries around the world who have been an inspiration to live passion-based lives. Recipients of this award are recognized for the major contributions they have made to creating a Passion-Based Economy. - August 31, 2009 - Enlightened Alliances, LLC
DSA Named to Inc. Magazine’s List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S.
Data Systems Analysts (DSA), a provider of enterprise-wide information technology solutions and security services to government and industry, announced today that the company has once more been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United... - August 31, 2009 - Data Systems Analysts, Inc
Brittenford Hires Stephanie Piquette as Marketing Coordinator
Brittenford hires Boston, MA resident, Stephanie Piquette, as their Marketing Coordinator - August 30, 2009 - Brittenford Systems
LogoSurfing Selected as Campaign Supplier for Whitley County Foundation’s Mammogram Program
Whitley County Giving Circle’s Free Mammogram program, in conjunction with their sponsors, will get the word out to eligible residents using soccer ball pens from LogoSurfing. - August 30, 2009 - LogoSurfing.com
Looking for a Way Out of Corporate America? Here is the Escape Manual.
Custom Solutions announces the release of "No Limits: How I escaped the clutches of Corporate America to live the self-employed life of my dreams" by Sara Morgan. Sample chapters can be accessed online at www.nolimitsthebook.com. - August 28, 2009 - Custom Solutions
Discountcell.com Certified by Oregon State as WBE
Discountcell Inc, a leading online retailer of cell phone accessories, has been certified by the State of Oregon as a WBE. - August 27, 2009 - Discountcell Inc