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.
A Virtual Assistant Helps Your Business Save Money and Turn Profits
Nancy Frye-Swope, an Arizona entrepreneur, announces the launch of her new business website, http://www.nancysvirtualoffice.com, a home-based virtual assisting practice devoted to providing small business owners solutions for handling administrative tasks so they can save money and focus on growing their business and profits. - December 31, 2008 - Nancy's Virtual Office
Bizymoms Makes It Easy to Start a Business for the New Year with Their Business Fun Pack
Bizymoms announced today the launch of the “Business Fun Pack” to make it easy for anyone to start a creative business in the New Year. Featuring four start-up kits, the Business Fun Pack allows moms or anyone else interested in the opportunity to become inspired and create fun, artistic and imaginative items as a business. - December 25, 2008 - Bizy Moms
Pearls for Christmas; OrientalPearls.net Gives Hope to Late Shoppers
OrientalPearls.net gives hope to late shoppers by offering electronically delivered gift certificates that can be delivered instantly to gift recipients for last minute shoppers. - December 22, 2008 - orientalpearls.net
Celebrity Photographer, Mycki Manning's Fairy Art Joins the Michael Godard Art Gallery
Mycki Manning's Fairy Art & Fairy Portrait Experience will join The Michael Godard Art Gallery at the Rio Hotel in Las Vegas. Soft opening reception, Sunday, December 21, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. Mycki's captivating fairy art is showcased at the Godard Gallery featuring an experience in which someone can become the artwork: beginning with a fairy makeover, and then a unique photography session resulting in artful fantasy photos & a canvas original which is painted with oils by Mycki. - December 21, 2008 - Mycki Manning Image Design, Inc.
Mompreneur, Business Coach and Strategist from Birmingham, Alabama Launches Online Community by Sharing the Gift of Entrepreneurship Through Heifer International
The Maverick Mom, Sarah Robinson, launches a new community for mompreneurs who want to be stellar business women and stellar moms. To celebrate the launch, Robinson is asking all entrepreneurs to step up and give big to share the gift of entreprenuership through The Ark Project. This project will provide 15 sets of animals through Heifer International and will reinvigorate communities worldwide. - December 19, 2008 - The Maverick Mom
OrientalPearls.net - San Diego Pearls Wholesaler is Having a Special Christmas Sales with Cultured Pearl Ring for $1.99
OrientalPearls.net holds Christmas sales with $1.99 for a cultured pearl ring with adjustable sizes in this challenging retail environment with other hugely marked down pearl jewelry. - December 18, 2008 - orientalpearls.net
The Global Learning Foundation’s Global Orphanage Network Project Has Successful Start at the Orphanage House in Azerbaijan
Orphans got internet access, a new classroom with multimedia workstations, and instructors who will help them interact with other children all over the globe via online communication projects. - December 17, 2008 - Global Learning Foundation
There Was Dr. Martin's Dream, Obama's Change, and Now Ressurrection: How Her Ministry of Healing Has Turned into H.E.A.L. Massage and Bodywork in Largo MD
H.E.A.L. Massage and Bodywork's mission is to serve our clients, (to pour out; expend, expose ones energy for the benefit of others); use the authority, faith (½ of the ingredient to healing and opposite of fear), dominion, and my work (to obey, serve; create) to facilitate mental, physical, and spiritual healing through touch. Located in Largo, MD with flexible hours, and concentrated bodywork, they specialize in massage. - December 17, 2008 - H.E.A.L. Massage and Bodywork
Inland Empire Magazine’s 2008 Best Personal Trainer, Christi Macnee
T3 Fitness Energy announces that Christi MacNee, CPT, was voted Inland Empire Magazine’s 2008 Best Personal Trainer. “The recognition is an honor, but also a tremendous inspiration for me and T3 Fitness Energy as we enter 2009. We have so much to look forward to as we continue... - December 17, 2008 - T3 Fitness Energy
Author Has Chance Meeting with Young Illustrator and Completes a Children's Illustrated Picture Book in Under 30 Days
First time author writes a book, meets an illustrator and publishes a children's horse book fast. - December 16, 2008 - Falken Media Group
Pacific Resort Aitutaki on Top of the World in 2008
Pacific Resort Aitutaki has just been named the ‘World's Leading Boutique Island Resort’ at the 15th Annual World Travel Awards final held recently in the Turks & Caicos islands. Aitutaki’s Pacific Resort, described by the awards organisers as “a secluded ultra-luxury... - December 15, 2008 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Every College Student Can Afford Dorm Mom's Services – "You Name Your Own Price"
With hard economic times and soaring prices, Dorm Mom continues to provide affordable services to college students across the United States. Students can now "Name Their Price" for any of Dorm Mom's services. - December 11, 2008 - Dorm Mom LLC
C.L.A.S.S. Eco-Materials and Sustainable Textile Showroom Launches in New York with a Round-Table Panel: The Tipping Point–The State of Sustainable Fashion
C.L.A.S.S.-Creativity, Lifestyle and Sustainable Synergy, New York launch features a showcase and round-table panel discussion, co-hosted and moderated by Barbara Kramer, Co-Founder of Designers & Agents and in partnership with eco-fashion designer Bahar Shahpar, December 11, 2008 - December 08, 2008 - C.L.A.S.S.
New Protocol and Products for Anti-Aging and Skincare Professionals Announced
TBI, Inc. has announced protocol in cooperation with a new genetically engineered human protein that replaces up to two years of lost elastin in the first treatment. The 45 minute treatment uses TBI’s Chiro950™ or BI Model 900 Microcurrent units and professional grade Dermalastyl®. - December 04, 2008 - Texas Beauty Institute
Farm Bureau Insurance Safety Alert: Take Precautions and Reduce the Risk of Fire with Holiday Decorating
There are a handful of basic safety measures homeowners can take to significantly help reduce the risk of a fire during the festive holiday season. - December 04, 2008 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
Let the Light Shine Brightly at Your Salon with the System Designed at New York City's Famous Minardi Salon
Internationally recognized salon professionals, Beth and Carmine Minardi, announce the launch of their breakthrough lighting system for beauty salons. The Minardi Color Perfect Lighting System produces the precise quality of light that salon pro’s need to easily create and evaluate designs,... - December 02, 2008 - eco-lite products llc
Franchise Direct Introduces the Top 500 Franchise Opportunities in Europe
Franchise Direct, one of the world’s leading portals for franchise and business opportunities, has introduced its exclusive list of the Top 500 Franchise Opportunities in Europe. By providing essential information for potential franchisees, Franchise Direct has become an indispensable resource on franchising in Europe. - December 01, 2008 - Franchise Direct UK & Ireland
Shop Nature Maiden for the Holidays
Know someone who would appreciate handcrafted products? Get back to basics with the goodness of homemade Soaps, Body Sprays, Lotion Bars, Perfume’s & a lot more. Nature Maiden is pleased to announce new additions to its line such as Body Sprays in 20 delicious scents, and Room/Linen... - November 30, 2008 - NatureMaiden.com
Dawna Lee Heising and Brandon McNeil of “Eye on Entertainment” Film Show on the Red Carpet at the 2008 Los Angeles Music Awards
Mark Barnes Wins 2008 Hollywood F.A.M.E. Music and Cinema Award and Performs Two Songs. - November 29, 2008 - Eye on Entertainment
The Second City and Nike Sportswear at the Montalbán Collaborate to Benefit Hollywood Media+Arts
Actors from the legendary comedy Second City Theatre to perform in a special benefit performance for Hollywood Media +Arts on Monday, December 15, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $40 and available through www.etix.com. - November 27, 2008 - The Second City Training Center-Los Angeles
Arizona Business Explores International Match-Ups
When Monique Rider, owner of BodyLife Dynamics, LLC, says she’s taking on the world with her business efforts, she isn’t joking. Last week Rider met with eight Chinese and one international business at meetings that led the Arizona business woman to Shanghai, China. Rider’s... - November 26, 2008 - BodyLife Dynamics, LLC
Mom Owned Nookums™ Offers Substantial Savings to Fill the Stockings of Santa’s Tiniest Tots
Nookums™, a manufacturer of innovative baby products, announces its annual Black Friday Holiday Sale with savings of 25% off its entire stock of Paci-Plushies™. Ideal for infants from two months and up, Paci-Plushies™ are the only detachable pacifier holder of its kind that... - November 23, 2008 - Paci-Plushies
NYC New Book Soirée: Launch of Wake Up Women: Be Happy, Healthy & Wealthy Hosted by The Corcoran Group Thursday November 20
The "who's who" of the female business and entrepreneurial community celebrated the launch of the much anticipated book Wake Up Women Be Happy Healthy & Wealthy which was hosted by the Corcoran Group Thursday, November 20th in an exclusive Soho penthouse. - November 22, 2008 - Wake Up Women
Fiesta de la Salud Wins Marketing Campaign of the Year Award
Fiesta de la Salud won a Stevie Award for Marketing Campaign of the Year in the Stevie Awards for Women in Business last night. - November 21, 2008 - IMPEvents
Transformation Systems, Inc. Celebrates 5 Years in Richmond & Upcoming Book by Founder, Marta C. Wilson, PhD
Transformation Systems, Inc.(TSI) opened its Richmond branch in November 2003, and celebrates five years of work with corporate, government, and non-profit clients in Virginia’s capital. TSI founder, Marta C. Wilson, PhD, has completed a book, Leaders In Motion: Winning the Race for Organizational Health, Wealth, and Creative Power, to be published in March 2009, when TSI will unveil an expanded books program to support leaders intent on success in times of economic upheaval and uncertainty. - November 21, 2008 - Mighty Casey Media
The Glass Hammer Receives a 2008 Stevie Award for Women in Business
The Glass Hammer won the 2008 Blog of the Year from the Stevie Awards for Women in Business. Nicki Gilmour, founder and CEO, who accepted the award on behalf of The Glass Hammer team at the awards ceremony, said of the honor: “We are very proud of The Glass Hammer as we truly believe that... - November 21, 2008 - The Glass Hammer
2008 Ziggits Awards to be Announced in December
Ziggity Zoom LLC will select the Best of the Best in Children's & Mom's Products and Websites. - November 21, 2008 - Ziggity Zoom LLC
New Device from My Medical Memory Offers Portable, Private, Updateable Medical Records…in a Flash
Designed by doctors, My Medical Memory is a private, portable, updateable device that allows patients to carry their medical records everywhere they go. At a time when nearly 100,000 people die each year due to preventable medical errors, this information can help physicians provide better care and save lives. - November 19, 2008 - My Medical Memory
Shabtai Gourmet Gluten Free Bakery Makes Gluten Free Brownie Bites and Wins Best New Kosher for Passover Dessert at Kosherfest 2008. Their desserts are Dairy Free too.
Shabtai Gourmet Gluten Free Bakery wins Best New Kosher for Passover Dessert at Kosherfest 2008 in the Meadowlands, NJ. This Allergen Free bakery bakes desserts that are gluten free, casein free, lactose free, soy free, dairy free, corn free, and certified Kosher Parve. Their sweets are available at fine health food stores, and they are currently offering free shipping on their website www.shabtai-gourmet.com - November 17, 2008 - Shabtai Gourmet Gluten Free Bakery
Bizymoms Launches Its Latest E-Course on "Marketing on the World Wide Web"
Bizymoms, an online work-at-home mom site recently announced the launch of their latest e-course which is titled “Marketing on the World Wide Web.” Presented free of charge this e-course is made available for any person, with the main motive of enlightening businesses of the importance of marketing on the World Wide Web for the success of the venture. - November 15, 2008 - Bizy Moms
Pioneering Business Network Focuses in on Building Up the Minority Women-Owned Business Community
Onyx Six announces its plans to revive the mentor/mentee relationship amongst minority business owners and professionals through its new Mentorship Program (launch 2009). - November 14, 2008 - Onyx Six
P & L Translations Awarded Women Business Enterprise Certification
P & L Translations, headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, is now certified as a Women Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Governor's Office of Diversity Business Enterprise. - November 13, 2008 - P & L Translations
Boost Holiday Sales with the Support of a Certified Internet Marketing Virtual Assistant
New Leaf Virtual Assistance now offers clients Internet services in addition to general administrative support now that owner and Virtual Assistant SueAnne Warren has earned Internet Marketing VA certification. - November 12, 2008 - New Leaf Virtual Assistance
Jessica Sweigart of Edmeades & Stromdahl, Ltd. Architects in Harford County Earns Promotion
Edmeades & Stromdahl, Ltd. Architects/Planners of Harford County announce the promotion of Jessica Sweigart to Job Captain. Sweigart, who resides in Baltimore County, graduated from Catholic University of America in Washington, DC, with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture in 2004. She earned... - November 12, 2008 - Edmeades & Stromdahl, Ltd. Architects/Planners
20 Hours of Free In-Home Care for Veterans in USA
Twenty Hours of Caregiving Provided Free to Veterans, Families from Homewatch CareGivers “We Care for Veterans” National Program. To honor U.S. military personnel for their service and sacrifice, Homewatch CareGivers, the largest and most experienced international franchise provider of... - November 11, 2008 - Homewatch CareGivers
The Law of Manifesting Money and Dreams
Jane Ubell-Meyer, creator of Mastermind Activation® and expert on how to manifest money and realize your dreams, has teamed up with http://www.ResourceCityConnections.com for a special preview call introducing The Law Of Manifesting Money And Dreams. The preview call for The Law Of Manifesting Money And Dreams takes place on Wednesday, November 19th at 7 pm, Central Standard Time, and is open to women entrepreneurs interested in the Law of Attraction and abundance. - November 10, 2008 - Resource City Connections
Accent Construction Certified as Women's Business Enterprise
Accent Construction, a Triangle-based full service commercial general contractor, has announced that the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), Southeast Region has certified them as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE). The certification verifies that a business is at least 51%... - November 09, 2008 - Accent Construction
New E-Course on "Building a Brand Name for Your Business"
Bizymoms recently announced the launch of their latest e-course titled “Building a Brand Name for your Business,” which is made available free of charge for any interested persons at Bizymoms. This e-course has been introduced by Bizymoms with the main objective of informing and enlightening business owners regarding the importance a good brand name brings, in achieving business success. - November 09, 2008 - Bizy Moms
What Small Businesses Need to Grow in Today's Market
Competitors team up to show small business owners how to find new customers and increase cash flow in spite of the bad economy by using creative and innovative marketing strategies like Internet marketing and cause marketing. - November 08, 2008 - Cynthia Frazier
Organization Gathers Sleeping Bags for the Homeless
Over the next 38 days, HelpKeepWarm.org is rallying to collect thousands of sleeping bags to distribute directly to homeless people by teaming up with existing outreach programs during mid-December. - November 07, 2008 - HelpKeepWarm.org
As Big Ticket Items Sales Struggle, Freshwater Pearl Jewelry Gains Popularity
With a struggling economy, more and more people are turning to freshwater pearl jewelry for that lavish look without the exorbitant cost. - November 07, 2008 - orientalpearls.net
CP Environmental Group, Inc. Selected as Woman Business of the Year for 2008
CP Environmental Group, Inc. (CPEG) was selected to receive the Woman Business of the Year Award at the 23rd annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week celebration held in October 2008 at the Duquesne University Power Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Pittsburgh MED Week Awards Gala is... - November 06, 2008 - CP Environmental Group, Inc.
Real Time Matrix and Sun Startup Essentials Presents the 1st Real Time Matrix Social Summit
Real Time Matrix, a new-media company and Sun Startup Essentials is proud to present a live-cast discussion on brand safety and distribution of content on the social web. - November 05, 2008 - Real Time Matrix
Anne Wayman Starts New Blog
Anne Wayman, well known freelance ghostwriter and blogger has left b5 media and The Golden Pencil to start her own blog about freelance writing and freelance writing jobs. Her new blog is at www.aboutfreelancewriting.com. Wayman has been writing online since she was one of the first 25 employees... - November 05, 2008 - Anne Wayman, Writer
Shenea Winston Joins the People You Need to Know Network
Known as metro Atlanta's "Negotiator" when it comes to buying and selling real estate, Ms. Shenea Winston joins a host of real estate agents, dentists, attorneys, physicians and other top professionals in the People You Need to Know Network. - November 03, 2008 - People You Need to Know
Good Deals on Pearl Jewelry Created by Global Recession
Diamonds are Girl's Best Friend, but pearls will win her heart in this holiday with bargain prices $20. www.CathayGems.com has launched a new selection of pearl jewelry that breaks forever the boundary between the gently rounded pearls and brilliantly faceted diamonds. - November 01, 2008 - orientalpearls.net
“Eye on Business” Interviews Tech Coast Angels Chairman Frank Peters
Executive Producer David McNeil and Producer Dawna Lee Heising Film Show with Podcast Entrepreneur. - October 30, 2008 - Eye on Entertainment
Big Consumer Shopping Savings via Designer Sales Listing Resource
Would you be interested in saving 50-90% off retail on designer styles? Finding bargains definitely lessens the bite on a spending budget … It's not only a norm for today’s consumer, but also a necessity in this trying economy. Fashion Steals (www.fashionsteals.com) is the answer ... The sales listing blog of designer steals. - October 30, 2008 - Fashion Steals
Business Expert Webinars Delivers Its 100th Business eLearning Training Session
Business Expert Webinars (BEW), the leading provider of business eLearning, achieved a major milestone today when they delivered their 100th for-fee webinar. “I am proud of this significant BEW accomplishment. I'm not aware of any other program that has delivered 100 for-fee webinars in this... - October 28, 2008 - Business Expert Webinars
WAHM Addicts Can Surely Satisfy Your Craving
Wahm Addicts can get you addicted to their new social Networking site by giving its members, comprised of work-at-home mothers, a free Networking forum and resources. Yes there is an addiction. - October 26, 2008 - Wahm Addicts