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.
Women President’s Organization Launches First Cleveland Chapter
WPO and KeyBank’s Key4Women Group Co-Host Cleveland Reception for Multimillion Dollar Women Owned Companies. - September 20, 2006 - Women President Organization
Diane's Goes Passionately Pink for the Cure
Diane's is teaming up with the Susan G. Komen Foundation on an exciting fundraising program, Passionately Pink for the Cure. The idea is to increase breast cancer awareness and remind people of how valuable it is to support the Susan G. Komen Foundation. - September 16, 2006 - Diane's Inc.
Suzanne King Named Vice President of North Carolina Chapter of Association for Information and Image Management
Active Data Services Director of Healthcare Named Vice President of AIIM First In Flight Chapter. - September 14, 2006 - Active Data Services
Women Presidents’ Organization Launches Blog
Women Entrepreneur Organization Announces New Internet Communication Tool. - September 13, 2006 - Women President Organization
W.I.S.E. Solutions – Are you a Woman Inspired to Seek Excellence?
W.I.S.E. Solutions™ offers resources and strategies that will empower women to reach their goals and full potential. - September 13, 2006 - Wise Solutions
Judy Smith Named Greater Raleigh Woman Business Owner of the Year by NAWBO
North Carolina Woman Business Owner Wins National Award. - September 08, 2006 - Smith Seal of NC
Women Presidents’ Organization Members Recognized As New York Area’s Largest Women-Owned Companies
Women Business Leaders’ Companies Honored By Crain’s New York Business. - September 06, 2006 - Women President Organization
Sharon Hill International Teams Up with The Executive Women’s Camp
Professional Etiquette Trainer Entertains and Educates Executive Women. - September 02, 2006 - Sharon Hill International
Women Presidents’ Organization Member Named 2006 Top Women In Florida Commercial Real Estate
Karen Manning Honored by The Florida Real Estate Journal. - August 31, 2006 - Women President Organization
Business Leader Magazine Announces 2006 Women Extraordinaire Awards Nomination Deadline
Nominations Due September 16 For Prestigious Award for Women. - August 30, 2006 - Business Leader Magazine
Montgomery’s Florist President Receives 2006 Triangle Business Journal Women in Business Award
Triangle Business Journal Honors Karen Ross with Women In Business Award. - August 24, 2006 - Montgomery Florist
Women Presidents’ Organization Announces Board Member
Maria Coyne Named to WPO Board of Directors. - August 23, 2006 - Women President Organization
Mary Cantando Chosen To Interview For Video Library
Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council Interviews Women Business Owners Expert. - August 16, 2006 - WomanBusinessOwner.com
Health Conscious Consumers Make for Health Conscious Diners
With millions of Americans scanning restaurant menus for healthy options, Frieda’s Foodservice Division can make sure they find them. Whether for a side dish, dessert or the meal itself, Frieda’s specialty produce company has the products that can help create innovative menu choices... - August 16, 2006 - Frieda's Specialty Produce Company
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Builder Services President Receives 2006 Triangle Business Journal Women in Business Award
Triangle Business Journal Honors Debbie Houston with Women in Business Award. - August 15, 2006 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
Kathryn Eshelman Named to National Women’s Business Council
WPO Member Appointed To National Organization. - August 08, 2006 - Women President Organization
Frieda’s Healthy Back-to-school Snacks Are Sure to Make the Grade with Kids and Moms
With Back-to-School season upon us, parents are heading out to buy a list of supplies for their kids. One thing sure to be on that list is snacks and Frieda’s, The Original, Reliable and Inventive specialty produce company, wants to help Moms buy the right ones. They’re a company... - August 03, 2006 - Frieda's Specialty Produce Company
Mary Cantando Leads Charlotte Chamber Event
North Carolina Author to Speak at Charlotte Bookstore. - August 02, 2006 - WomanBusinessOwner.com
Sandy Abalos Receives President’s Choice Award From National Association Of Women Business Owners
President Of Abalos & Associates Honored By NAWBO For Work In Pubic Policy. - July 31, 2006 - Abalos & Associates
Sue Kozel Receives 3rd National Business Advocacy Award in 2006 - Unveils Create with Your Heart Day
Today, Sue Kozel, founder of SK Visions in Cream Ridge, New Jersey, announced that her business received its third national recognition for business leadership and advocacy in 2006. Named one of the top ten 2006 recipients of the Mirassou/NAWBO Optimist Award, Kozel announced that she will be... - July 29, 2006 - SK Visions
Reception With Female Members Of Congress Honors Local Author
Mary Cantando Shares Info About Women Entrepreneurs With U.S. Congress. - July 28, 2006 - WomanBusinessOwner.com
June Coldren Named To Enterprising Women National Advisory Board
Enterprising Women Magazine Announces Enterprising Women Of The Year Award Winner As Board Member. - July 21, 2006 - Enterprising Women
Frieda’s Colored Sushi Wraps Create a Buzz at PMA Foodservice Expo as Attendees Enjoyed a Splash of Color from an Unexpected Source
Chefs and foodservice buyers alike flocked to the Frieda’s booth at the PMA Foodservice Conference and Expo after getting a glimpse of the Colored Sushi Wraps in the New Product Showcase. The small display showed how Frieda’s newest find could make a big impact. Once arriving at the booth, attendees were invited to taste a freshly made sushi roll and those who visited quickly discovered that these Colored Sushi Wraps are the perfect combination of aesthetics and taste. - July 20, 2006 - Frieda's Specialty Produce Company
Women Business Owners Expert to Speak at National Convention of National Speakers’ Association
Mary Cantando to speak at 2006 Orlando Convention. - July 19, 2006 - WomanBusinessOwner.com
Frieda's Foodservice Division Cooks Up Innovation
Colored Sushi Wraps, French-Style Cookies and Organic Klamath Pearl Potatoes may be new to Frieda’s Foodservice Division, but Frieda’s is certainly not new to foodservice. Frieda’s specialty produce company has been supplying distributors and wowing chefs for decades. - July 18, 2006 - Frieda's Specialty Produce Company
Sandy Abalos Receives Women Impacting Public Policy Award
WIPP Recognizes Managing Partner of Abalos & Associates, P.C. for Public Policy Efforts. - July 13, 2006 - Abalos & Associates
Frieda’s Fruits and Veggies Make Grilling Special this Summer
Frieda’s specialty produce on the grill offers unique flavors to Summer grilling, from savory side dishes to mouthwatering main dishes. Skewer some white and purple asparagus, brighten kabobs with Sweetooth® Peppers, add some Asian-flare with baby bok choy or tantalize the tastebuds with grilled kabocha squash. - July 11, 2006 - Frieda's Specialty Produce Company
Louise Collis Named to Enterprising Women National Advisory Board
Enterprising Women Magazine Announces Advisory Board Member. - July 09, 2006 - Enterprising Women
Linda Markus Daniels Travels To Taiwan For Cultural Exchange Program
Daniels Daniels & Verdonik, P.A. Principal Participates In North Carolina Bar Association’s Exchange Delegation. - July 09, 2006 - Daniels Daniels & Verdonik, P.A.
Virtual Assistants – A New Breed of Work at Home Entrepreneurs
Working at home is the dream of many. Whether it's a new mom wanting to stay home or a corporate executive tired of the day to day hassles, becoming an entrepreneur is a great way to achieve success in life. Virtual Assistants are becoming a unique and prosperous opportunity. - June 30, 2006 - Virtual Word Publishing, Inc.
WPO Member Receives St. Louis YWCA Leadership Award
Tessa Greenspan Earns Prestigious Award. - June 30, 2006 - Women President Organization
WPO Member Receives Mary Lehman MacLachlan Award
Judy Flynn Earns Prestigious Award For Entrepreneurial Excellence. - June 23, 2006 - Women President Organization
Iatria Day Spa President Speaks At Raleigh Business And Professional Women Meeting
Erika Mangrum Discusses Work And Life Balance. - June 23, 2006 - Iatria Day Spa
Judi Sheppard Missett Named To Enterprising Women National Advisory Board
Enterprising Women Magazine Announces Hall Of Fame Inductee As Board Member. - June 23, 2006 - Enterprising Women
Kathryn McHenry Named Among the "Best and Brightest" Young Female Achievers in North America
Kathryn McHenry recognized as an international "Emerging Leader" finalist; wins scholarship; will be recognized at eWomenNetwork's International Conference in Dallas on July 13 - June 20, 2006 - KNM Creative Services
Lana Calloway Named To Enterprising Women National Advisory Board
Enterprising Women Magazine Announces President of Exhibit Resources As Board Member. - June 20, 2006 - Exhibit Resources
Dr. Angela Baylis Featured In New Book Showcasing Successful Women
The Woman’s Advantage: Includes Chapter On Iatria Health Center’s Chiropractor. - June 19, 2006 - Iatria Health Center
Travel Industry Entrepreneur Gloria Bohan Featured in New Book Showcasing Successful Businesswomen
Omega World Travel CEO’s story highlighted in “The Woman’s Advantage: 20 Women Entrepreneurs Show You What it Takes to Grow Your Business” - June 13, 2006 - Omega World Travel
Marsha Firestone Named to Enterprising Women National Advisory Board
Enterprising Women Magazine Announces President Of Women President’s Organization As Board Member. - June 12, 2006 - Women President Organization
Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) Hosts New Member Reception
WPO Boston Chapter Invites Women Presidents To Rialto Reception. - June 09, 2006 - Women President Organization
Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) Announces Investment Seminar
Presidents of multimillion-dollar corporations hold exclusive seminar on the power of angel investing. - June 05, 2006 - Women President Organization
Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) Hosts Celebratory Business Luncheon
WPO Canadian Chapters Celebrate 5th Year Anniversary. - June 05, 2006 - Women President Organization
Patricia Mays Named To Enterprising Women National Advisory Board
Enterprising Women Magazine Announces Board Member. - June 05, 2006 - Enterprising Women
Women Presidents Predict Growth Through Outsourcing And Business Acquisition
Presidents Of Multimillion-Dollar Corporations See Economic Optimism For Remainder Of 2006. - May 31, 2006 - Women President Organization
Seventeen WPO Members Win Enterprising Women of the Year Awards
Majority of 2006 Enterprising Women of the Year award winners are members of Women Presidents’ Organization. - May 25, 2006 - Women President Organization
Janice Hamilton Named to Enterprising Women National Advisory Board
Enterprising Women Magazine announces Advisory Board Member. - May 24, 2006 - Enterprising Women
WPO Member Appointed President of New York Electrical Contractors Association
Gina Addeo receives prestigious appointment. - May 22, 2006 - Women President Organization
WPO Member Wins 2006 Enterprising Women of the Year Award
Clarice Kennedy Wins Prestigious Award. - May 18, 2006 - Women President Organization
VisionPoint Marketing Receives 2006 Raleigh Chamber Pinnacle Business Award
Interactive marketing firm recognized for growth and profitability. - May 18, 2006 - VisionPoint Marketing
Carmen Castillo Named to Enterprising Women National Advisory Board
Enterprising Women Magazine announces board member. - May 17, 2006 - Enterprising Women