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.
The WomensNet Network Announces New Amber Grant Competition and Launches WomensnetOnline - A Social & Business Network for Women Entrepreneurs
The WomensNet Network has expanded it’s family of entrepreneurial focused sites with it’s latest offering - WomensnetOnline.com, a social & business networking site for women in business. According to Melody Wigdahl, the 53 year old founder, “WomensnetOnline is a Facebook or... - March 07, 2008 - WomensNet.Net
Beware the Culture Nazi
Beware the Culture Nazi: DFW Author Publishes Book That Helps Corporate Leadership Avoid This and Other Common Mistakes Made While Implementing Culture Changes. Texan author Teresa Rector has turned a decade of organizational training and development experience into a unique book that is certain... - March 06, 2008 - Teresa Rector
Bloomin' Boomers Headed to Daytona Beach for Spring Break
This trail-blazing event is being created to offer mature women a total empowerment experience. - March 06, 2008 - Beverly Mahone
Popular Women’s Magazine Inspires Thousands of Entrepreneurs
Empowering Everyday Women Features Life Coach Valorie Burton. - March 05, 2008 - EEW Magazine
Cold Calling Seminar Presented by Dancing Elephants
Deidre Hughey, partner of Dancing Elephants Achievement Group, will present “Cold Calling…for People Who Hate to Cold Call!” at the Cary Chamber of Commerce on Mar. 12, 2008. - March 05, 2008 - Dancing Elephants Achievement Group
Raleigh Professional Women’s Forum Announces 2008 Pages to Podium Sponsors
The Raleigh Professional Women’s Forum (RPWF) (www.rpwf.net), an organization of diverse professional and executive women, has announced the following sponsors for the 2008 Pages to Podium luncheon, scheduled for Thursday, April 24 at the Brier Creek Country Club. - March 04, 2008 - Raleigh Professional Women's Forum
Track Chic Partners with Extraordinary Motorsports Artist Bettie Miner
Track Chic shifts into high gear fashion with motorsports artist Bettie Grace Miner to provide designs for unique fashions in Track Chic’s Boutique, www.TrackChic.com/shopping. - March 03, 2008 - Track Chic, Inc.
Educating Children Key in Fight Against Childhood Obesity
“Planning to feed our kids well can be difficult,” according to originator Amy Roskelley “but it is possible. If children know what a healthy plate should look like, they can begin to make good choices that will carry them throughout their lives.” - March 03, 2008 - Super Healthy Kids
Atlantis Swim School Announces New Lead Instructor
Atlantis Swim School announces that Matti Svoboda has been promoted to the position of lead instructor. - March 03, 2008 - Atlantis Swim School
Patty Briguglio Named 2008 Enterprising Woman of the Year
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc. (www.mmimarketing.com), has been named a 2008 Enterprising Woman of the Year by Enterprising Women Magazine. This award honors women business owners who have record business growth and are leaders in the community and mentors to other women in... - March 03, 2008 - MMI
Sterling Research Group, Inc. Gains National Recognition
Local Women Business Named and Ranked 22nd among Florida’s Top 100 Women Owned Business List. - March 02, 2008 - Sterling Research Group, Inc.
Keynote Resource Now Offers Systematic Approach in Corporate Event Planning
What do Fletcher Christian's shoes and corporate event planning needs have in common? The answer may be more than everyone thinks. - March 01, 2008 - Keynote Resource Inc.
Bizymoms.com Announces New Event Planner Career Kit
Bizymoms.com has been working hard to bring in a vast variety of career kits to help moms make their 'work at home' dream a reality. The majority of moms let this dream fade due to the lack of knowledge, help and support. At Bizymoms.com moms all over the world not only get help and support; they get everything they need to start their business. - March 01, 2008 - Bizy Moms
Virtual Assistant Tell-All eBook on Getting Clients
Successful virtual assistant launches a new eBook about how to have a successful virtual assistant practice in 12 months. - March 01, 2008 - Virtual Business Partners
New Parenting Tool Eliminates Stress from Morning Rush and Bedtime Struggle
Mother of triplets invents an illustrated timing system to eliminate parental nagging and reminding. Teaches children time management and builds independence and self esteem. - February 28, 2008 - Timely Matters, Inc.
Women TIES Special Women's History Month Growth Discussion Luncheon Features Female College President
Women TIES (Women Together Inspiring Entrepreneurial Success) Special Women's History Month Growth Discussion Luncheon features Onondaga Community College President Debbie L. Sydow, Ph.D. discussing key fundamentals of success to inspire and educate women entrepreneurs. - February 28, 2008 - Women TIES (Women Together Inspiring Entrepreneurial Success)
Materialistic Couture Boutique Launches Swanky Online Boutique
Materialistic Boutique today announced the introduction of its Online Boutique at www.Materialisticboutique.com. Materialistic is known for its vibrant couture and signature style designed for today’s fabulously chic and classic woman. While many of us don’t have the time to globe-trot... - February 28, 2008 - Materialistic Couture Boutique
Women TIES Syracuse Growth Discussion Luncheon Features Successful Women Entrepreneur
Women TIES (Women Together Inspiring Entrepreneurial Success) will feature successful New York State women entrepreneur, Lynn Steenburg, President of Sports Physical Therapy, at its May Syracuse Growth Discussion Luncheon. - February 27, 2008 - Women TIES (Women Together Inspiring Entrepreneurial Success)
Country-Wide Crusade Challenges Perceptions of Women in Business
Coaching Coach begins journey across Canada to help at the grass roots level. This is not like a survey; this is first-hand information from women entrepreneurs. - February 27, 2008 - Roaring Women Ltd
Chicago Photographer Among Top Knots
Chicago wedding photographer places in international photography competition. - February 22, 2008 - Wedding Creativo Photography
Success Expert Says Valentine's Day is Ideal Time to Switch Careers
Show yourself some love and start living the life you want when you switch careers. Make your switch today when you start the process of transitioning from the job you have now to the career you want. - February 22, 2008 - Knowledge Wealth Series
"Help! I'm Pregnant, and I Can't Sit Up!" is the Slogan for the New Bed-Pal Product Which is About to Hit the Us Market. The Carlysle Company LLC Announces Plans Today.
The Carlysle Company LLC of Prairie Grove, IL announces plans to launch a new patent-pending maternity support, the Bed-Pal, which can be used to assist the mom-to-be during the third trimester and post-partum period with sitting up, rolling over, and getting into and out of bed. The Bed-Pal is a long padded strap that attaches to the footboard of the bed. This product is expected to be a "must have for the third trimester" and great gift for the mom-to-be. - February 21, 2008 - The Carlysle Company LLC
Mary Cantando Named Co-Chair of Elizabeth Dole Young Entrepreneur Scholarship Program
Mary Cantando, president and growth expert of WomanBusinessOwner.com, has been named co-chair for the Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) national Elizabeth Dole Young Entrepreneur Scholarship Program. The program, designed to recognize young women business owners who see the importance and value... - February 21, 2008 - WomanBusinessOwner.com
Bizymoms.com Launches New Look and Expanded Content for Moms
Bizymoms.com, the premier work-at-home community since 1997, is taking bold steps to establish itself as the best resource website for moms on the Internet. Everyone at http://www.bizymoms.com knows firsthand how hard it can be to get a home business off the ground and still maintain your... - February 20, 2008 - Bizy Moms
Myrna Dow Receives Top Honors at the PPFA 2008 International Framing Open Competition
High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery. The Gallery honored as a “Top 100 Art and Frame Gallery in America” (2005, 2006 and 2007) by Decor Magazine and voted "Best Art Gallery" in Redmond, Oregon (2006, 2007) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006). In February 2008, High Desert Gallery was awarded Top Honors in the Professional Picture Framing Association 2007-2008 International Open Framing Competition. - February 17, 2008 - High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon
Bizymoms.com Launches New Career Kits at a New Low Price
Bizymoms.com knows firsthand how hard it can be to get a home business off the ground. After all, they are all home business owners themselves. - February 17, 2008 - Bizy Moms
Superfoods: Do I Need to Supplement?
Superfoods: do I need to supplement or is healthy eating enough? Goji, maca, noni, bee pollen - where did all these superfoods come from? And what ever happened to regular food? It would be nice to know if all the energy and money we are spending on supplementation is actually buying us better health. Author Joanna Steven and celebrity Tonya Kay discuss the nutritional analysis findings of their new publication. - February 16, 2008 - Kayos Market
Let's Coordinate, LLC Launches Virtual Assistant Practice
On February 11, 2008 Overland Park, KS based Let’s Coordinate, LLC, launched its virtual assistant business. Let’s Coordinate, LLC provides virtual assistant services to real estate agents, coaches and busy entrepreneurs who need to delegate their non-revenue generating tasks. - February 16, 2008 - Let's Coordinate, LLC
Kerensa Anncel Introduces the Revolutionary Office-in-a-Box
Style doesn't stop at the office door. A former executive turned designer, Kerensa Anncel, experienced first hand the need for pizazz and elegance from the bedroom to the boardroom. She created the company for women like her, who were passionate and creative, daily striving to make a difference. In the world of drab, look-a-like offices, she creates a line of desk accessories that will make anyone feel unique and tastefully blend personal style with the business environment. - February 15, 2008 - Kerensa Anncel
Contents of Luxurious Gift Bag for Oscar Nominees Announced
Oscar Nominees to Receive, Among Other Items, Limited Edition of Gothic Dog’s Gold and Diamond Dog Collar Charm - February 13, 2008 - Gothic Dog
Discover How to Find Career Success and Follow Your Own Path in this Uncertain Economy
Anyone looking for success in their career and life can find savvy insights and proven business practices in Hitting Your Stride: Your Work Your Way. - February 13, 2008 - MountainWorks Communications, LLC
Mary Cantando Keynote Speaker for the Principal Women in Business Teleclass Series
Mary Cantando, president and growth expert of WomanBusinessOwner.com, will be the keynote speaker for The Principal ® Women in Business Teleclass Series for women business owners on Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 1 p.m. Cantando will disclose “The Five Secrets of Millionaire Women Business... - February 12, 2008 - WomanBusinessOwner.com
Shift in Recruiting Practices: New Strategies for Job Seekers Include Video Resumes and Portfolios to Build Online Presence
Video resumes and online portfolios are the latest technique for professionals who want to take advantage of new opportunities and stay on top of emerging trends in recruiting. - February 11, 2008 - FiredUP Careers
Kids At Heart Photography Grants First Franchise in the Great State of Texas
Kids At Heart Photography is excited to announce that they have granted their first franchise in the State of Texas. Kids At Heart offers photography services to daycare/preschools, elementary/middle schools, youth sports leagues, dance and camp photography. - February 11, 2008 - Kids At Heart Photography
Track Chic Partners with UPICKEM for Free NASCAR Fantasy Game
Track Chic partners with UPICKEM to provide free Fantasy Cup internet NASCAR Auto Racing Challenge Game. Grand Prize: Richard Petty Driving Experience for two. - February 10, 2008 - Track Chic, Inc.
Physician and Artist Opens Medical Aesthetic Center "Visage MedArt" in Nashville
VISage MedArt is a Medical Aesthetic and Anti-Aging center that has opened its door on February 7, 2008 in Bellevue area in Nashville, TN. The center is owned by the physician and international artist Marek Kacki, MD who introduces classical concept of beauty into medical aesthetic procedures. In... - February 10, 2008 - VISage MedArt
Got Text? Apparel Line Reflects Teen’s Usage of Texting
The Press Release outlines the introduction of a line of text messaging apparel newly released by dekoposh, Inc. It highlights how tweens and teens are using technology today to communicate with one another via cell phones, MySpace, blogging, and so much more. In addition, it also highlights how dekoposh, Inc. is trying to inspire teens to get involved at the local level and make a difference in our world. - February 08, 2008 - dekoposh, Inc.
Tea Reviews Book Scheduled for Signings in Florida Tea Rooms
Brenda Santelises, known as “The Etiquette Diva,” will sign her latest book, “My Proper Tea,” at events in Ormond Beach, New Tampa, and Valrico, Florida. - February 08, 2008 - RED Key Internacional, LLC
The Women’s Education Group Launches WomensEducationCenter.com Featuring Cutting Edge Information for Women
A women owned business launches a comprehensive, content rich website for women featuring cutting edge information on business, finance, work life trends in corporate America and women in the military. WomensEducationCenter.com is far from your typical women’s website offering fashion and... - February 08, 2008 - The Womens Education Group, LLC
Footprint Offers Socks Made from 100% Biodegradable Bamboo - Leaving a Good Impression on Our Environment is Footprint’s Motto
Footprint helps to leave a good impression with their cool and comfy bamboo socks. Desired by athletes and diabetics alike for bamboo's inherent properties that provide comfort, moisture management, UV resistance and resilience. - February 07, 2008 - Footprint
Jewelry with Lux Appeal: Luxsten Jewelry Launches Swanky Online Boutique
Luxsten Jewelry today announced the introduction of its Online Jewelry Boutique at www.luxsten.com. Luxsten is known for its vibrant jewelry and signature style designed for today’s fabulously chic and classic woman. While many of us don’t have the time to globe-trot – Luxsten... - February 06, 2008 - Luxsten Jewelry
Mary Scully to NASCAR: "No Past Champion’s Provisionals and No Top-35"
Track Chic talks with Mary Scully, Editor, Racing Milestones Magazine in Track Chic’s Women Behind the Wheels, www.TrackChic.com/wbw, section this month. - February 05, 2008 - Track Chic, Inc.
Piyolet (Pilates, Yoga and Ballet) Announces Its 2008 Initiative & Launch of a New & Improved Website
Piyolet is pleased to announce its 2008 initiative and the launch of its new and improved website www.piyolet.com. In celebration of a great first year, Piyolet is excited and proud to continue to grow and enhance the quality of life for all ages. As a part of its ongoing commitment to health and... - February 05, 2008 - Piyolet, LLC
JCS Computer Resources Celebrates 20th Anniversary
JCS Computer Resources Corporation today celebrates the 20th Anniversary of providing outstanding Sage Software support and training throughout the Midwest. For the past twenty years, JCS Computer Resources consistently raised the bar in providing quality Peachtree, MAS 90, MAS 200 and Timeslips... - February 05, 2008 - Accounting Business Solutions by JCS
National Hispanic Business Women Association's Free Seminar Helps Launch Successful Businesses
NHBWA presents “Cómo crear un negoicio exitoso.” In Spanish, this seminar gives current or prospective business owners guidance in launching a successful enterprise. - February 03, 2008 - Rancho Santiago Community College District
Make It Reality, Inc Becomes the Newest Member to Arbonne® International LLC’s Line of Independent Consultants
Leading Independent Consultant of high-quality, botanically-based products, opens its doors in Ann Arbor, MI and to the world. - February 02, 2008 - Make It Reality of Arbonne International
Women Business Owners Survey and State of Business Forecast 2008
Despite the slump in the economy and the global economic outlook for 2008, most women agree that no matter what yesterday brought the future of business is looking bright. In fact, nearly 83% predict their businesses will do better in the coming year. - February 01, 2008 - Women's eCommerce Association
Local Entrepreneur, Jill Van Dinter Meets Unmet Needs
Passion and Power Women’s Retreat, LLC is a unique concept beyond the usual women’s retreats. - January 28, 2008 - Passion & Power Women's Retreats, LLC
WSI Internet Marketing Consultant to Open National Office in Orange County, California
WSI opens a new national office located in Orange County, CA. The office, lead by Tracey Johnson MA, MBA, will partner with businesses to grow their revenue and reduce operating costs by implementing Internet marketing solutions customized to their business needs. Johnson will customize campaigns for ROI, which include dynamic websites, identity design, email marketing, sponsored advertisements, blogs, video, chat, communities, search engine registration and optimization, e-commerce and hosting. - January 25, 2008 - WSI Total Solution
Enterprising Women Announces the Class of 2008
Monica Smiley, publisher and CEO of Enterprising Women magazine (www.enterprisingwomen.com), has announced the winners and finalists for the 2008 Enterprising Women of the Year Awards, an annual tribute to North America’s top women entrepreneurs. The award winners and finalists will be... - January 25, 2008 - Enterprising Women