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.
Many Small Businesses Lose Money Because of a Lousy Marketing Message
The majority of business owners aren’t getting the results they want because they haven’t got a strong, crystal-clear marketing message. That's why Jody Gabourie, The Small Business Marketing Coach, has written a new, information-rich ebook called Create Your Dynamic Marketing Message that's designed to help struggling small business owners craft the best marketing message they can, to find and keep their most profitable clients. - September 11, 2008 - Jody Gabourie Marketing Plan Queen
Punky Moms Launches Online Alt Bazaar Marketplace
Site Fills Marketplace Void for Unique and Alternative Clothing, Crafts and Creations. - September 10, 2008 - The Alt Bazaar by Punky Moms
Book Release – VA Secrets Revealed! An Insider's Guide to Being a Successful Virtual Assistant
Professional Virtual Assistant Alyssa Gregory Spills the Beans and Shares All of Her Secrets. - September 10, 2008 - avertua, LLC
Detroit Resident Awarded Franchise from Servicemaster Clean and Professional Basketball Player Shane Battier
Detroit Awardee Monica Ross-Williams accept ServiceMaster Clean Scholarship for a Commercial Cleaning Franchisee. Shane Battier is a professional basketball for the Houston Rockets and a former high school standout at Detroit Country Day High School. - September 10, 2008 - ServiceMaster Building Services
Waterworks’ CEO, Nancye Green, Talks About Building a Leading Business on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss
Nancye Green, CEO of Waterworks, talks on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss about using the discipline of design to drive business results. Green shares case studies drawn from utilizing principles from her prominent design career to achieve in such varied initiatives as designing information to... - September 10, 2008 - Reissource, LLC
Lucy Grosz Awarded CLTC Designation
Lucy Grosz of Alta Vista Benefits has been awarded a professional degree in the field of long term care, Certified in Long Term Care (CLTC). This program is independent of the insurance industry and focuses on providing insurance professionals with the tools they need to meet their client's long... - September 10, 2008 - Alta Vista Benefits, LLC
Sex and the City Style Women's Shoes Available at MakeMeChic.com
The warm golden rays of sunshine are smiling over the entire populace. Summer is still in full swing. As skirts are getting higher and legs are bared, it is absolutely a crime if the perfect pair of women’s shoes is not worn to match the hot season. - September 09, 2008 - MakeMeChic
Ken Brown and Tawana Williams Ask "Are You Ready to Successfully Change Your Life and Raise One Million Dollars for Detroit's Ronald McDonald?"
Ken Brown and Tawana Williams are living testimonies to the fact that one can achieve and dream or reach any goal despite his or her humble beginnings or so-called disabilities if only she or he would refuse to lose and use whatever gifts or abilities one has to achieve more than anyone ever expected. - September 08, 2008 - Ken Brown International
Certified Professional Organizer® Releases the World’s Most Complete Online Organizing E-Course
Patty Kreamer, CPO® (Certified Professional Organizer®), has just released the world’s simplest, easiest and most thorough organizing e-course available today. The Clutter Rescue Course™ blasts through clutter and allows people to live simple lives again. Says Kreamer, “It's the most automated way to cut clutter, get control over your life, and enjoy your home and work space again." - September 08, 2008 - Kreamer Connect, Inc.
North Carolina Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Event Invites South Carolina Women Entrepreneurs
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced that the organization is now accepting applications from South Carolina women business owners for its first North Carolina event, which will be held on Tuesday,... - September 07, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
New Book Pinpoints Power Networking as the Key to Career Success
There is no doubt that enormous strides have been made by women in the workplace in the past few decades, but they are currently still a minority in the executive ranks. JoAnn Ashman and Dianne Gubin, both seasoned business executives, have written a practical and honest book that offers short cuts to creating a powerful personal network—the fundamental building block to career success. - September 06, 2008 - Tech Exec Partners, Inc.
Jennifer Fox's Hit Feminist Manifesto and Real-Life Soap Opera "Flying: Confessions of A Free Woman" Now Available Nationwide
Six-part reality series on reproductive rights, motherhood, sexuality, relationships, and the modern female life now out on DVD at select women’s sites. - September 06, 2008 - Alive Mind
Florida Keys Ladies Saltwater Fishing Seminar Moves to December 5-7 Due to Forecasts
Tropical weather in South Florida forces fishing school for ladies to reschedule date. - September 06, 2008 - "Ladies, Let's Go Fishing!"
Sue Weems Receives 2008 Women In Business Award for Mentoring
Sue Weems, coach and mentor to business leaders and director at Venture Management Inc. (www.venturemanagementinc.com), has been recognized as one of the Triangle’s most successful businesswomen by Triangle Business Journal at the Women In Business Awards event on August 6 at the Sheraton... - September 06, 2008 - Venture Management, Inc.
27 Facets Jewelry Concierge: Diamonds at Your Door, a New Jewelry Concierge Catering to Busy Individuals’ Gifting Needs
27 Facets, a premier jewelry concierge, the first full-service personal jeweler that comes to you. From bespoke jewels to designer brands, they cater to a variety of clients’ special occasion gifting needs that share a desire for convenience, quality and personalized attention. Let 27 Facets make gift giving hassle-free as your ultimate jewelry experts. They will remember all important dates in your life to ensure that busy schedules no longer lead to belated special occasion gifts. - September 05, 2008 - 27 Facets
Women Business Owners Announces Convention Ticket Give-A-Way Contest
Enter WBO's Convention Ticket Give-A-Way Contest today. - September 05, 2008 - Women Business Owners
Popular Denver Divas Host to Manage the New American Laser Centers Clinic in Arvada
Goodbye Razor...Hello Laser - September 05, 2008 - American Laser Centers
Tweens Fashion Retailer Stage Left Fashions Forms Video Alliance with Grey Sky Films Enhancing the "Tweens" Customer Experience
Stage Left Fashions, a new high end clothing retailer for the “tweens” market, has aligned with Grey Sky Films, a leader in custom video production, to create a series of videos designed to enhance the customer experience for kids and their parents. The videos will focus on effectively... - September 04, 2008 - Grey Sky Films
Custom Gifts Business Opens Retail Location in Morrisville
Unique Xpressions Pkg Inc, experienced in the design of custom gift baskets and specialty gifts for businesses and individuals, plans special events to celebrate the opening of its gift store in Morrisville, N.C. - September 04, 2008 - Unique Xpressions Pkg Inc
Lana Perhacs Honored by Wedding & Event Videographers Association
The Wedding & Event Videographers Association International (WEVA), the largest non-profit trade association for professional videographers, is pleased to recognize Lana Perhacs of Mystic Image Video in Parma Ohio as the first, female Merited Professional Videographer (MPV) in the world. Lana... - September 04, 2008 - Mystic Image Video, LLC
High Flying Help: New Netherlands Flight Attendant School, Swan Heights, Teaches Service with a Smile to the Rich and Famous
In October of this year, Dutch entrepreneurs André Seijbel (seebel) and Heidi Smale (smile), will start a new school for flight attendants who work on private jets. This makes their company, Swan Heights, the first institute to offer worldwide, quality service in the airplane personnel market. - September 03, 2008 - Swan Heights
East Bay Businesswomen Learn to Battle Stress
EVOLUTION Bodywork & Nutrition, a Bristol, RI wellness center, today announced they will be presenting a 4-part Women in Business Lunch Series “Is Your Life Killing You” at the East Bay Chamber of Commerce in Warren, RI. The East Bay Chamber will be hosting the event and... - September 02, 2008 - EVOLUTION Pilates & Nutrition
NetQwik’s E.commerce Shopping Cart Solution Now Links with Quickbooks
NetQwik, a professional web design company based in Loudoun County, VA, is now helping small businesses easily open and manage online stores and make money on the internet. Their Shopping Cart solution is user-friendly and now interacts with QuickBooks® financial software. This technology... - August 31, 2008 - NetQwik
Westmoreland Contractor Referral Service Eases Consumer Worries
Finding a contractor by word of mouth in Greensburg, Pa is easy, finding a reputable contractor that way is a lot harder. For homeowners in the Westmoreland County area, getting work done on their homes can be a risky business. Westmoreland CRS of Greensburg is a woman-owned business, which was... - August 30, 2008 - Westmoreland Contractor Referral Service
End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Campaign Engages Families from Lesoma Village in Botswana
Botswana and United States teachers and students are working together with the support of the American Embassy, the Ministry of Health, local government officials, and the Malaria Foundation International (MFI) to engage community leaders and families from the Lesoma Village, Chobe District of Botswana in today’s global fight against malaria. - August 29, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
Solutions-IES Receives National Ground Water Association (NGWA) Outstanding Ground Water Project Award
Ground Water Remediation Award – Below Median Cost Solutions-IES, Inc., a leading provider of professional environmental engineering and remediation services for government and commercial clients around the world, has announced that the firm received the 2007 National Ground Water... - August 29, 2008 - Solutions-IES, Inc.
How Negotiating on Your Wedding Can Save You Thousands
Nicola Ray in her new book "Negotiate Your Way to a Cheap Wedding" shows couples getting married how building a relationship with the supplier and using the right language can get them what they want for their wedding. - August 28, 2008 - Nicola Ray
This Marin County Artist is Presenting at the West Hollywood Erotic Art Fair Weekend and is Debuting with Two Solo Shows in San Francisco
Nancy Peach has been an Architectural Illustrator, Children's Book Illustrator and Muralist for over 35 years. She has spent 16 years in Marin County and is truly coming into her own as an Erotic Artist. She is heading for Hollywood in October to present her new body of work, "The Men in My Life." Tom of Finland Foundation is presenting this Erotic Art Fair that attracts erotic artists world-wide. - August 28, 2008 - Nancy Peach Erotic Artist
Join Northern Virginia's Biggest Nail Party
Women Building & Investing in Success is excited to host Bodacious Mary Foley as she helps women throughout the country to Live Like Your Nail Color. - August 27, 2008 - Women Building & Investing In Success
Baby Couture Cover Shot
Manhattan Beach California photographer, Dani Brubaker, photographs Josie Bissett for Baby Couture magazine’s “Back to School” issue. The current issue (August/September 08) of the magazine features a cover story about actress, author and mother, Josie Bissett and her children... - August 26, 2008 - Dani Brubaker
Dr. Elizabeth Hagberg to be Guest Speaker at Women of Influence Luncheon in Minneapolis
Skin Rejuvenation Clinic owner and cosmetic physician will be the guest of honor at the Twin Cities monthly luncheon series, “Women of Influence.” - August 26, 2008 - Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, PA
STAT kids Helps Parents Protect Kids with Food Allergies
As a new school year begin, STAT kids is helping parents protect children with food allergies. - August 25, 2008 - STAT KIDS, LLC
Red Sage Communications Named “2008 Small Business Start-up of the Year” by the Women’s Business Center of North Alabama
Decatur, Alabama website design and marketing firm Red Sage Communications, Inc. has been named the “2008 Small Business Start-up of the Year” by the Women’s Business Center of North Alabama. The prestigious honor was announced during the 2008 Small Business Awards Celebration... - August 24, 2008 - Red Sage Communications
After 25 Years as a Professional Architectural Illustrator, Nancy Peach is Embracing Her True Passion as an Erotic Artist
This announcement summarizes the upcoming shows of erotic figurative artist, Nancy Peach. Her one women shows at Onetaste and Good Vibrations on September 4 and September 5th. She is also exhibiting at the West Hollywood - Los Angeles Erotic Arts Weekend, October 3, 4, 5, 2008. - August 23, 2008 - Nancy Peach Erotic Artist
Secretary of State Elaine Marshall Recognizes North Carolina’s First Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Event
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced that North Carolina Secretary of State Elaine Marshall has issued a Capitol Citation to honor North Carolina’s first Make Mine a Million $ Business™... - August 16, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
The Better Binky Holder: Mom Invented Pacifier Accessory Brings Sleep to Exhausted Parents
Paci-Plushies, invented by a mother of two, makes pacifiers easily accessible for little hands during the night, helping babies and parents sleep better. - August 15, 2008 - Paci-Plushies
Local Florist Completes Professional Design Class on Floral Art
Local florist Owner and President attends modern design class with renowned floral designer Hitomi Gilliam, AFID. - August 15, 2008 - The English Garden Florist of Raleigh
Mary Cantando Named Honorary Chair of The Alliance for Women Campaign
Mary Cantando, president and growth expert of WomanBusinessOwner.com, has been named honorary chair of The Alliance for Women campaign. The Alliance for Women is a Columbia, SC based public-private partnership between Columbia College and the South Carolina Governor’s Commission on Women that... - August 14, 2008 - WomanBusinessOwner.com
How to Thank Customers Without Breaking the Bank
Customized gourmet food gifts are an affordable and memorable way to show appreciation during the holidays. - August 13, 2008 - Creative Expressions of Tampa Bay, Inc
Kim Hughes & Company Releases the First Handbook for Real Estate Virtual Assistants
The First Real Estate Virtual Assistant Handbook provides valuable insight into the real estate industry and offers detailed information to help service providers break into this exciting, growing field. According to Kim Hughes, “The real estate industry is the largest industry in the USA and there are over 1,289,444 real estate agents as of this writing. There are approximately 350 real estate virtual assistants.” - August 12, 2008 - Kim Hughes
Birmingham, England: 2009 International Rotary Convention Fundraising Cruise to the British Isles
The Rotary fundraising cruise to the British Isles will feature 12-nights, 9 ports, and unveil the most breathtaking landscapes this part of the world has to offer. - August 11, 2008 - Genie Fellmer, CruiseOne Englewood
American Embassy Supports the End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Campaign in Botswana
The Student Leaders Against Malaria (SLAM) partnership and End Malaria – Blue Ribbon campaigns led by Mr. Tommie Hamaluba, a computer technology teacher from the Gaborone Senior Secondary School (GSS) in Botswana and teacher Mr. Bill Meyers, from the Alexander Dawson School in Colorado, USA grow with the support of the Malaria Foundation International (MFI), the Botswana Ministry of Health, and the American Embassy. A Malaria Education Workshop kicks off their SLAM campaign to End Malaria - August 10, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
viaLanguage Certified as a Woman Business Enterprise
viaLanguage, a leader in translation and Web localization services, has been certified as a women owned business. - August 10, 2008 - viaLanguage
2008 Olympics Inspire Cutting-Up "Joy from Effort" T-Shirt and Essay Contest
Share your personal story of receiving joy from your efforts and enter a chance to win an inspired T-shirt. - August 09, 2008 - Cutting-Up
Lights on with Solar Energy for San Antonio Firms: Slay Engineering Co. and Madeline Anz Slay Architecture
Novastar Energy installed 24 180kW panels in conjunction with CPS Energy in Balcones Heights, Texas. - August 09, 2008 - Madeline Anz Slay Architecture, PLLC
Blackwell Consulting Services of Ohio Attains Gold Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program
Blackwell Further Distinguishes Itself by Earning a Microsoft Competency in Information Worker Solutions, Networking Infrastructure Solutions, and Security Solutions - August 08, 2008 - Blackwell Consulting Services of Ohio, LLC
Woman Entrepreneur Brings Moments of Delight
Subscribe to Delight owner Anne Reeves is wowing readers with her first book, Moments of Delight. 140 pages of stunning photography, creative ideas, and simple pleasures that put the spotlight back on the beauty of everyday life. Experience moments of delight. Gardening, crafting, baking, collecting, travel, story-telling and entertaining - punctuated by photography and rolled into the state of mind called delight. - August 08, 2008 - Subscribe To Delight
Fearlessness, Inc. Certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise
Fearlessness, Inc., a business specializing in executive coaching, training and consulting, received national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Astra Women's Business Alliance, a regional certifying partner of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council... - August 08, 2008 - Fearlessness, Inc.
Christian Life Coach or Life Plan Facilitator Training with iBloom
iBloom invites individuals who have ever wanted to start a Life Coaching Business, but haven't been sure how to begin or have been discouraged by the non-Christian approach to coaching in the secular world and who dream of ministering to others, serving others and earning extra income to support... - August 08, 2008 - iBloom
Writer, Susan Wingate Signs 2nd Novel, "Bobby's Diner"
Susan Wingate signs her second novel, "Bobby's Diner" with eBooksonthe.net. - August 07, 2008 - Author Susan Wingate