Women in Business News
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Robin Thomas - Chix in Business – Social Networking Featured Member of the Month
Chix in Business - Social Networking featured member of the month is Robin Thomas. Robin an active member of Chix in Business is an independent associate with USANA Health Sciences, training and developing a team of business owners who work together for financial success through a tiered system that promotes residual income. - July 11, 2009 - Chix in Business, Inc.
Anger Awareness Education Conference & Awards Ceremony 2009
The Stress & Anger Management Institute (The S.A.M.I. Group) has just announced their 1st annual Anger Awareness Education Conference and Awards Ceremony, October 09, 2009. The S.A.M.I. Group; designed to teach and support busy individuals in getting more positive results in their environments. The focus of measuring an individuals current ability to manage emotions and stress, in order to increase personal and professional productivity. - July 11, 2009 - Stress & Anger Management Institute, LLC
Holli Gibson, Designer of LamanBlu, Wins Children’s Wear Category for the Rising Star Award
Holli Gibson, designer of LamanBlu, has been selected as the Children’s Wear category winner for the Rising Star 2009 Award from The Fashion Group International, Inc. - July 11, 2009 - LamanBlu
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Joins High-End Medical Spa in Chicagoland Area
Elysa Fisher, MD, is now an intricate part of the NuU Medspa/NuU Unlimited medical team specializing in aesthetic surgery of the body and non-surgical procedures. Dr. Fisher and NuU reside in Wilmette, IL, a new home to NuU Medspa and join several experienced NuU medical doctors. Dr. Fisher has... - July 10, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Glasses International - New Online Prescription Glasses Business is Timely Response to Economic Climate
After a successful career in international recruitment, Polish born businesswoman Sylwia Szydlowska-Rathod launched Glasses International, an online retailer selling prescription glasses and sunglasses at a fraction of the prices most of us are used to. Sylwia’s business idea is driven by a sense of fairness, providing excellent quality while helping customers save money. “In the current economic climate saving money is on everybody’s mind and there’s resentment over high profiteering." - July 09, 2009 - Glasses International Ltd
Raymond Vineyards Expands Partnership with Asian Art Museum
Raymond Vineyards is pleased to expand their partnership with The Asian Art Museum. - July 09, 2009 - Raymond Vineyards
Marketing Communications Firm Launches
Stresses the importance of integrated internal and external brand communication. - July 09, 2009 - beBroad
President of Intuitive Concepts Featured in United Kingdom's Feng Shui Society Newsletter
The President of Intuitive Concepts was interviewed and featured in an article in the UK's FengShuiSociety recent newsletter. The article discusses Garber's approach to classic Feng Shui and the impact Feng Shui has on today's world crises. - July 09, 2009 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.
No Bailouts Needed: Local Business Thriving Through Recession
Local Business Honeysuckle Soap fares the recession with sweet and silky grace. - July 09, 2009 - Honeysuckle Soap
The Mom Entrepreneur July Teleseminars: How to Use Social Media to Grow Your Business
Learn Valuable Tips to Generate Free Publicity, Reach New Customers. - July 08, 2009 - The Mom Entrepreneur
New Business Coaching Company Gets London Businesses in the Game
Local business owner partners with Brian Tracy International to provide coaching for business owners. - July 06, 2009 - FocalPoint Business Coaching Inc
Aprille Janes Voted Most Inspiring Baby Boomer Woman 2009
The summer is heating up for the women of Boomer Diva Nation, an online community of baby boomer women, who voted Aprille Janes the Most Inspiring Baby Boomer Woman 2009. - July 06, 2009 - Aprille Janes
Fruition Life Coaching Launches Its New Telephone Coaching Program
Fruition Life Coaching launches Australia’s #1 Telephone Coaching Service today. Danielle Ferris, professional life coach, said it was exciting to be able to offer a life changing service to people all over Australia. The service will provide support, motivation and guidance to people who... - July 05, 2009 - Fruition Life Coaching
The Cathedral of Love Proudly Presents: "Help, I Need Solutions and Strategies for Excelling Beyond Unemployment!"
Teaching people how to excel beyond unemployment. - July 05, 2009 - The Cathedral Of Love
Insured Travelers Trigger Worldwide Donations
Travelers register their favorite Cause, Charity or Non-Profit, purchase travel medical or trip insurance or international medical coverage and a donation will be made by Lifeline Plus Inc. The contribution will generally be a tithing and therefore equal to 10% of the insurance cost; it will be paid directly to the charitable organization. - July 04, 2009 - Lifeline Plus Inc
America the Beautiful Free Gift Mp3 Download Featuring Charlie Farricielli Rosefarm.com International President
Rosefarm.Com International LLC has released a Holiday Gift today. A inspirational Mp3 Free download of this incredible moving rendition of America The Beautiful performed by Charlie Farricielli president of the company. A celebration and tribute of our wonderful Country's Birthday. - July 02, 2009 - Rosefarm.com International
Direct Mail Marketing Company Offers Free Direct Marketing Book to Help Businesses During Difficult Economic Times
Respected Full Service Direct Mailing and Lettershop Company, Jarvis Direct Mail, Inc., Offers Free Direct Mail Marketing eBook Providing Businesses with Advice for Saving Money on Their Direct Marketing Campaigns While Also Making Them More Effective. - July 02, 2009 - Jarvis Direct Mail
All Change at the Top for System Concepts
Leslie Fountain has been promoted to joint Managing Director of leading usability consultancy System Concepts Ltd. Tom Stewart, who was previously joint Managing Director with Tanya Heasman, has become Executive Chairman of the consultancy. Since joining the company in 2001, Leslie has managed... - July 02, 2009 - System Concepts Ltd
Twenty-Eight Female Executives Representing Phancorp, World Vision, Wal-Mart and Others Receive Global Awards
Global EXEC Women Magazine held its 2009 International Women of Influence Awards™ during Women's Business Enterprise National Council Conference Luncheon in San Francisco, California. - July 02, 2009 - Global EXEC Women
Western Architectural Expands Nevada Office with Strategic New Hire
In a bold commitment to the Southern Nevada market, Western Architectural announced today Jessie McCaskill has joined the Nevada Team as Business Development Manager. This strategic addition to the Southwest leadership team is part of an overall plan to expand Western Architectural’s... - July 01, 2009 - Western Architectural
Business Conference for Real Estate, Staging and Design Industries
Learn how to market and increase your business in any economy. Don't just survive, thrive. Speakers will offer information about communication styles, internet SEO and marketing, green training, Feng Shui and so much more. - July 01, 2009 - StagersLISTExpo.com
The Social Pet Announces the Publication of Their Newest Book
“Renting with Rex: How You, Your Dog, Your Landlord and Your Neighbors Can All Thrive in Rental Housing.” The Only Book on Renting with Dogs. ISBN: 978-0-557-06368-0; Price: $19.95 Many pet owners are facing foreclosure and need to find a place to rent with their pets. They are... - June 30, 2009 - The Social Pet
Mobility Company Executive Named to “Top Women in Grocery” List
Amigo Mobility International, Inc. is pleased to announce that Beth Thieme, CEO/VP, was named a 2009 “Top Women in Grocery” by Progressive Grocer Magazine. Amigo Mobility manufacturers electric shopping carts and POV/scooters for people with walking disabilities. - June 28, 2009 - Amigo Mobility International, Inc.
Interactive Intelligence and Ronco Communications & Electronics Sign Reseller Agreement
Agreement enables Ronco to sell, deploy and support Interactive Intelligence unified IP business communications solutions. - June 27, 2009 - Ronco Communications & Electronics, Inc.
Stratix Ranked 5th Among Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Top 25 Women-Owned Firms
Stratix Corporation has been recognized by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, ranking 5th this year in the Top 25 Women-Owned Firms list. - June 25, 2009 - Stratix Corporation
There is a Miracle Happening
Candy Lopez will unveil the creation of the new Motivational Miracle website. Candy will take her woman-owned business nationally and internationally, spreading her messages of experience, strength, and hope. - June 25, 2009 - Motivational Miracle
Maria Lourdes Couto of RE/MAX Classic Group Earns Prestigious Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure in Berkeley Heights
Maria Lourdes Couto of RE/MAX Classic Group in Berkeley Heights, NJ has earned the prestigious Advance Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when the area... - June 24, 2009 - Maria Lourdes Couto - RE/MAX Premier
Chrysalis Shelter, Arizona’s Safe Haven for Women, Embraces NuU Medspa Donation
NuU Medspa donates beauty products and more to enhance women’s self-esteem and self-worth at Chrysalis Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence in Scottsdale, AZ. NuU Medspa is in the business of beautifying people from the inside out. Chrysalis is a long-running safe haven for women and... - June 24, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Dreadlock Removal No Longer Considered a Myth, But a New Source of Income Generation for Salons
Despite the fascination with dreadlocks, many fear growing dreadlocks due to the unproven notion that they are a permanent hairstyle. Now salons are generating thousands of Dollars providing dreadlock removal services, according to Tangled Hair Techs. - June 22, 2009 - Tangled Hair Techs
orientalpearls.net Announces Adding New 14k and 18k Gold Jewelry to Their Existing Products Jewelry Line
www.OrientalPearls.net, announces they have added new 14k and 18k gold jewelry to their existing customized-for-free pearl jewelry products line. - June 22, 2009 - orientalpearls.net
"Moms Who Make It" Conference Inspires & Empowers Women
Mom Group Helps Beat Recession & Encourages Women to Achieve Their Dreams. Conference for Moms, Mom-Bloggers and Mom Entrepreneurs/Business Owners Empowers Creativity in Life and Business, Thursday, July 16th at Noah's, South Jordan; Presented by CreatedByMom.com; Primarily Sponsored by Wasatch Woman Magazine and Noah's. - June 22, 2009 - CreatedByMom.com
Women's Book Club Rips Recession from Repertoire
A book club studying the teachings of Napoleon Hill has quickly became a powerful women’s mastermind group focusing on the powers of social media, and a will to beat the recession. Even though many of these women had never had an online presence, several are now making successful connections and sales online, all because of the Moxie Mafia mastermind groups. - June 22, 2009 - Kettlewell Enterprises, Inc
Patty Briguglio of MMI Associates, Inc. Named Woman Business Owner of the Year
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc. (www.mmimarketing.com), a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has been named the 2009 Woman Business Owner of the Year by the National Association of Woman Business Owners (NAWBO). The award recognizes the accomplishments of an... - June 21, 2009 - MMI
Anna Pereira Known for Her Hand Painted Custom Shirts Hits the Art & Craft Show Circuit
Anna Pereira has been in the fashion business for over 15 years. Owner of the internationally distributed brand Super Sexy and advisor on Heart 2 Heart Live, Anna has now gone back to her roots of hand painted and custom making shirts for women who adore bright colors and love to express themselves, with a spiritual edge. - June 19, 2009 - Heart 2 Heart
Marcum LLP Names Chief Marketing Officer
Marcum llp announced today that Suzanne Leslie has been named Chief Marketing Officer of Marcum, including MarcumRachlin, a division of Marcum llp. Previously, Ms. Leslie was Marketing Director of Florida-based Rachlin llp, which merged with New York-based Marcum on June 1. In addition to her CMO... - June 19, 2009 - Marcum LLP
The Ohio River Valley Women’s Business Council Utilizes Greater Cincinnati’s Largest PR Firm’s Expertise
Eisen Marketing Group Begins Pro Bono Work With Operation: Outreach 2009 Grant Program Winner. The Ohio River Valley Women’s Business Council (ORV-WBC) will take advantage of Eisen Marketing Group’s (EMG) in-kind services after being selected as one of seven organizations to receive... - June 19, 2009 - Ohio River Valley Women's Business Council
Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P. Sponsors Chamber Executive Women’s Luncheon
Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P. (CB&H) (www.cbh.com) will serve as a Series sponsor for the Chamber Executive Women’s Luncheon hosted by the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, July 23 from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. at the Hilton North Raleigh, located at 3415 Wake... - June 18, 2009 - Cherry Bekaert LLP
Vancouver Work-at-Home Internet Marketing Mom Receives Recognition from WAHM Community
WAHM-Articles recognizes Vancouver Work-at-Home Internet Marketing Mom. - June 18, 2009 - WAHM Articles
The Entrepreneur’s Ultimate One Stop Shop for How to Start and Grow a Business
Ethos Mentor has released the cutting edge killer solution to the entrepreneur’s biggest problems; from getting started to getting funded. From Point A, to Point B and so on. Nobody has ever put such a complete set of services and funding solutions under one umbrella along with the personalized attention of a handpicked Mentor to work one on one with each Member. You gain from their experiences and learn from their mistakes. Furthermore this is done at a price that can't be beat. - June 16, 2009 - Ethos Mentor
Two Former Stay at Home Moms Making a Difference in This Economy
Ruthanne Eberly and Heather Brown were two stay at home moms. Now they have a successful maid service with 10 employees and a full line of cleaning products that they created while still being full time moms to their children. - June 16, 2009 - Maid Naturally
Hauteline.com Announces a Get Ready for the Beach in Style Promotion with L*Space Swimwear, a Line Loved by Celebrities and a Featured Designer on Hauteline
June 16, 2009 - June 26, 2009 L*Space Swimwear promotion. - June 16, 2009 - IvanaJuliana, LLC
Enterprising Women Publisher and CEO Monica Smiley Receives National Honor from Women Presidents’ Organization
Enterprising Women magazine (www.enterprisingwomen.com) has announced that Monica Smiley, publisher and CEO, received the Adrienne Hall Award for Breaking Down Barriers at the 12th annual Women Presidents’ Organization Conference, held April 23-25 at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort in San Diego. - June 14, 2009 - Enterprising Women
Women's Small Business Week
Small Business Women's Week is a time to celebrate the many achievements of women in small business, women entrepreneurs, and employees who contribute to the economics and create new job opportunities for citizens. - June 13, 2009 - WSBA
World-renowned Security and Privacy Expert, The Privacy Professor, Develops One-of-a-Kind Tool to Help All Businesses Prevent Privacy Breaches
As HIPAA widens its net, now any organization, regardless of size or industry, can assure its staff meets increasing regulatory training requirements – starting at $15 per employee. - June 12, 2009 - Rebecca Herold & Associates, LLC
E. Sue Huff Hosts TV Program Offering Advice on Getting a Job
Sue Huff of Naples-based, E. Sue Huff & Associates, Inc.- Marketing and Management Consulting, is proud to announce the completion of a special TV program to help the unemployed be better prepared for the current job market. Huff recently taped a 30 minute special television program in... - June 12, 2009 - E. Sue Huff & Associates
Out of Work for 21 Months, Small Business Owner Advocates Ten Buck Solution for 21st Century Success
Need Work? Kim Power Stilson was among the first of her friends to be hit by what is euphemistically referred to as the New Economy. What she found out about success in 21 months of being out of work she shares in "The Ten Buck Solution for 21st Century Success," offered as a complimentary gift to business owners across the globe who are well-educated, well-experienced, and need work. You must get the ten buck solution if you want to create a successful business in the 21st Century. - June 11, 2009 - Power Strategies, Inc.
New Blog Features Stories of Life Before and After a Job Loss
Starfishpeople.com, an employment website for the Consulting Industry, is sponsoring a new blog for job seekers to share their stories, advice, and successes. - June 10, 2009 - Starfishpeople.com
WomenBuild™ 2009 Kick-Off Raises Wall on Minneapolis Home
Redefining the phrase "break a nail," several hundred women will descend on a South Minneapolis home this summer with power tools in hand as part of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s (TCHFH) WomenBuild™ project. To celebrate the accomplishments of local women in addressing poverty housing, Governor Tim Pawlenty has declared June 15 WomenBuild™ in Minnesota. - June 10, 2009 - Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Foots the Bill for the Other Best Job in the World
Pacific Resort Aitutaki’s new general manager, Michael Shah, says he has the best job in the world, in the world’s leading boutique island resort, in the world’s first recession free country, the Cook Islands. “I don’t know what all the fuss is about in... - June 10, 2009 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Business Authors Team Their Training & Consulting Services
Virtual business partners Susan Hoekstra and Marlene Caroselli have joined forces to offer corporate training, consulting, and business books to corporations, government agencies, and non-profits. Introduced by Mindy Schwartz of Full Circle Admin Services, the training/consulting team collectively... - June 10, 2009 - Susan Hoekstra & Associates