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.
TravelBlogExchange.com Offers Travel Bloggers an Online Home
Galavanting Productions, the travel media company behind GoGalavanting.com, announced the creation of an all-encompassing travel network, based on the NING platform, yesterday to a core group of thirty industry bloggers. In less than 24 hours, travel writers, bloggers and photojournalists from all... - January 18, 2009 - Galavanting Productions, LLC
W2wlink.com Announces First Ascendency Awards for Business Women in Eight Cities and an “At-Large Any City” Category
w2wlink announces first ever Ascendency Awards for business women, with award prizes from sponsors including American Airlines and ClubCorp. “Our vision is to inspire and recognize women who are ascending professionally and mentoring other women around them -- as these key steps will link to driving higher levels of women in the executive ranks, more entrepreneurs with growing businesses and more female directors on boards in the next decade,” stated Lisbeth McNabb, Founder and CEO of w2wlink. - January 18, 2009 - w2wlink.com
WOmen @ Work Founder and Technical Services Inc. President Featured in Enterprising Women Magazine
Lisa Pineiro, president of Technical Services Inc., a privately held electrical training and recruiting firm, and founder of WOmen @ Work, a nonprofit organization dedicated to encouraging young women to explore traditionally male-dominated construction fields, has been featured in Enterprising... - January 18, 2009 - WOmen @ Work
Working Moms Across Canada Need More Flexibility and Supportive Leadership at the Office
Higher education levels and established careers are the norm for the majority of working moms across the country and these valued employees are seeking more flexibility and supportive leadership at the office, according to a recent online member opinion survey conducted by Connect Moms,... - January 17, 2009 - Lisa Martin International
Karen Gaylord Earns Prestigious Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure
Karen Gaylord CPA, CLU, ChFC of Long & Foster Realtors Bel Air Central has earned the prestigious 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... - January 14, 2009 - Long & Foster Realtors
Grand Opening Of Doggie Lounge and Nightclub
A new style of daycare is coming to the metro area. Your dog deserves the fun and style you look for. The Doggie Lounge provides all the fun and excitement in a safe, cafe-free environment. - January 14, 2009 - Doggie Lounge & Nightclub
EmPower Co-founder – Part of Emberin’s “My Mentor” Program
Shoma Bakre, Co-founder and Managing Partner of EmPower Research LLC, was amongst the 17 influential Indian women chosen to be interviewed for the newly launched “My Mentor” Program by Emberin. - January 12, 2009 - EmPower Research LLC
Launch of Virtual Assistant Lauren
Virtual Assistant Lauren provides virtual administrative and marketing assistance to business professionals throughout the Northeast United States. - January 10, 2009 - Virtual Assistant Lauren
Greater Boston Bookkeeping and Financial Services Receives State Office of Minority and Women Business Assistance (SOMWBA) Certification
SOMWBA certification expands the market opportunities of Minority Business Enterprises and Woman-Owned Business Enterprises. - January 09, 2009 - Greater Boston Bookkeeping
The QB Specialists Selected as Intuit Enterprise Solutions Provider
The QB Specialists announced today that it has been selected as an Intuit® Solution Provider. The QB Specialists offers a full range of value-added consulting services for Intuit QuickBooks® Enterprise Solutions (www.enterprisesuite.com) developed by Intuit Inc., a leading provider of... - January 08, 2009 - The QB Specialists
eWriting Café Announces the Launch of New Website
eWriting Cafe offers copywriting services for small businesses, advertising agencies and web designers. - January 07, 2009 - eWriting Cafe
Kids Birthday Ideas for the New Year: Make-a-Bear Parties for Boys and Girls
Stuff a Zoo® offers creative ideas for your child's birthday party. With a stuff-a-bear party at Stuff a Zoo®, kids get to stuff their favorite teddy bear or other zoo animal. For a new and creative birthday idea, try the Bake 'n Bear Birthday Bash where every child gets to bake a cake and stuff an animal. - January 06, 2009 - Stuff a Zoo
First Annual Exclusive Wedding Giveaway. "Melt Away Winter Blues - Set Sail for an Enchanting Wedding on Lake Michigan."
The Appease Corporation and Windy of Chicago, LTD are giving away a romantic dream wedding to a lucky Chicago couple. Their giveaway will create thoughts that take you away from icy conditions and put sunshine back in your forecast. Consider calming spa and beauty services, the scenic Tall Ship Windy and the Chicago skyline – all brought together in this upscale package. - January 05, 2009 - Appease Inc.
Lucie Voves, Leslie Frécon, Tina Baker and Sheila Ogle Join Enterprising Women National Advisory Board
Monica Smiley, publisher and CEO of Enterprising Women magazine (www.enterprisingwomen.com), has named Lucie Voves, Leslie Frécon, Tina Baker and Sheila Ogle as Enterprising Women National Advisory Board members. Voves is the founder and president of Church Hill Classics, a specialty custom... - January 05, 2009 - Enterprising Women
Option Quest, LLC Announces Seminar to Reveal Fortune 500 Internet Profit Secrets
The Manor Inn in Milldale will be home to a free seminar on January 10th and 13th that promises to bring energy, ideas and insight to both business owners and wage-earners looking for a shot at a solid side income online. A number of secrets and misconceptions about making money online will be revealed and discussed, critical to online success in a fluctuating economy. - January 01, 2009 - Option Quest, LLC
New Information Kit by Your Outer Purpose Helps Women to Keep Focus Despite Economic Woes
"The Awakened Woman's Purpose Kit" is a New Free Tool Released by Your Outer Purpose to Help Conscious Women Stay True to Their Life's Purpose No Matter What Circumstances They Face. - January 01, 2009 - Your Outer Purpose
SBS Group Brightens Holiday for Women & Children
On Tuesday, December 23rd, SBS Group was overjoyed to donate presents, gift cards, and toys to mothers and children seeking refuge from domestic violence. SBS Group, a leading technology consulting firm, provides mid-market accounting & business solutions to companies along the East... - January 01, 2009 - SBS Group
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
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
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
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
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