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.
HCA/HealthONE's North Suburban Medical Center Announces New Director of Acute Care Services
North Suburban Medical Center recently announced the appointment of Brooke Nelson, RN to director of acute care services. Nelson will oversee the acute care units at the hospital including the Medical/Surgical unit and the Orthopaedic/Trauma unit. Nelson is a familiar HealthONE colleague having... - November 18, 2020 - HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center
Brand New Book by Janis Allen - "From Boo-Hiss to Bravo: Behavior-Based Scorecards People Will Use and Like"
Designing and implementing scorecards can seem very complicated and intimidating, but this book breaks the process down into six, doable steps that make scorecards feel easy and fun. - November 17, 2020 - ABA Technologies, Inc.
New Venture by Tiro Security Aims to Bridge the Diversity and Skills Gap in Cybersecurity
Tiro Security has teamed up with HoneyBee HR to launch The nextCISO Apprenticeship, a robust program aimed at preparing aspiring but otherwise disadvantaged individuals for key roles in the growing field of cyber security. Tiro Security founder Kris Rides, vCISO/CTO for TiroSecurity Jenai... - November 17, 2020 - Tiro Security
April K. Fitzgerald Recognized as a Woman of the Month for October 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
April K. Fitzgerald of Manassas, Virginia has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for October 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of real estate. Each month P.O.W.E.R. features women to... - November 17, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Community Leaders, Philanthropists and Business Activists Join Forces to Launch the Black Entrepreneur Initiative
Nationwide Movement to Mobilize 100,000 Black Entrepreneurs Begins The Black Entrepreneur Initiative, a broad coalition of Black community leaders, philanthropists, educators, clergy, and business leaders, united behind the mission of creating immediate change in the Black community, today... - November 12, 2020 - The Lonely Entrepreneur
Susan Zemser Israel Honored as a Woman of Distinction for 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Susan Zemser Israel of Newport Beach, California has been has been honored as a Woman of Distinction for 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of fashion apparel. Each quarter P.O.W.E.R. - November 12, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Jennifer Thayer, Top Realtor with Keller Williams Realty St. Petersburg, Has Been Voted Tampa Bay’s Best Realtor in Creative Loafing’s 2020 "Best of the Bay"
Jennifer Thayer, top Realtor with Keller Williams Realty St. Petersburg, has been voted Tampa Bay’s Best Realtor in Creative Loafing’s 2020 “Best of the Bay” competition, a much-anticipated and highly competitive annual event, now in its 30th year. “Congratulations... - November 12, 2020 - YES-Homes Luxury Group
Business Coach and #1 Best Selling Author, Lauren Turton Releases New Program for Women Who Feel Stuck in Their Career
Business Coach and #1 Best Selling Author, Lauren Turton releases new program for women who feel stuck in their career and want to breakthrough to their next level of success by starting their own online based business. In a recent study of 9,000 women across 15 countries, including 2,000 women in... - November 12, 2020 - Lauren Turton
Procurement Advisors Announces Rebranding, Changes Name to Procure Analytics
Procurement Advisors LLC, North America's leading and most data-forward group purchasing organization for Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) supplies, announces its new name, logo, and website as part of a comprehensive rebranding campaign. - November 10, 2020 - Procure Analytics
Erica Cai Named ALPCO’s Summer 2020 Diabetes Research Travel Grant Recipient
Today ALPCO announced Erica Cai from Harvard Medical School as the latest recipient of its Diabetes Research Travel Grant. Dr. Cai is a postdoctoral fellow from the Joslin Diabetes Center researching the mechanism of autoimmunity that leads to beta cell destruction and type 1 diabetes (T1D). Dr. - November 10, 2020 - ALPCO
P.O.W.E.R. Announces They Are Now Streaming P.O.W.E.R. Talk Radio/Podcasts on iHeartRadio and Spotify Platforms
P.O.W.E.R.-Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized is excited to announce they are now streaming P.O.W.E.R. Talk Radio/Podcasts on two new podcast platforms: iHeartRadio and Spotify. About P.O.W.E.R.’s New Podcast Platforms P.O.W.E.R.-Professional Organization of Women of... - November 10, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Jennifer Daimon, Esq. - CIPM, Director of Compliance & Chief Privacy Officer, AccuSource, Inc. Has Earned CIPP/E Certification
Jennifer Daimon, Esq. - CIPM, has earned the ANSI-accredited Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E) credential through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). Daimon graduated from the University of Akron School of Law with a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree... - November 07, 2020 - AccuSource, Inc.
Rhode Island Woman Honored with Joseph G.E. Knight Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence
Bluemoonstone Creations jewelry designer and owner, Pamela Forman, has been awarded the 2020 Joseph G.E. Knight Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence. Pamela is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design and currently lives in Providence, RI. Pamela was presented the award today at the 2020... - November 05, 2020 - SCORE RI
Jones Publishing & Enterprises, LLC Book Release: Memoir, "As Thyself" by Nia
The memoir is written by Nia Jovan Andrews, a Chicago business owner, who is sharing her self love journey. - November 05, 2020 - Jones Publishing & Enterprises, LLC.
Ginny Beneke Elected Chair of the Chairmen’s RoundTable
First woman chair in the history of the 20-year San Diego nonprofit. - November 05, 2020 - Chairmen's RoundTable
Judge Elizabeth Davis Frizell, Candidate for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Place 3, Could be the First African American Woman to Serve on Texas’ Highest Court
If elected, Judge Frizell will be the first African American woman to serve on the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Place 3, unseating Republican incumbent Judge Bert Richardson. - November 04, 2020 - Elizabeth Davis Frizell
Local Laundromat Chain Receives Its Better Business Bureau(R) (BBB) Accreditation
A local Laundromat chain announces its Better Business Bureau(R) (BBB) accreditation. The designation recognizes the chain as a vetted and trustworthy business, operating under honesty and integrity. A BBB accreditation gives the company greater exposure to potential customers and an enhanced... - November 02, 2020 - Our Best Laundry
Scottsdale Author Wins Health Book of the Year Award for "Quitting to Win" Crystal Waltman Divulges Addiction Battle in Book, Takes First Place in Author Elite Awards
Fourth generation Arizona native Crystal Waltman won first place as Health Book of the Year and received an Academy Boon of Merit award at the 2020 Author Elite Awards, an honor for literacy merit and publishing excellence, for her book “Quitting to Win.” Hundreds of thousands of... - November 01, 2020 - Crystal LLC
SCORE Manasota Introduces a New Virtual Forum Series – Survive & Thrive in 2021
Forum debuts on Nov. 18 with “3 Critical Steps to a Successful Marketing Strategy” - October 31, 2020 - SCORE Manasota
Meet TurningLeafVITA.com: Startup Introduces Affordable Vitamin Delivery Amid Pandemic
TurningLeafVITA.com is a newly launched subscription vitamin delivery service. This new female-founded company by Dr. Nina Everson is poised to disrupt the vitamin industry by offering affordable high quality vitamins delivered conveniently to the doorstep. With unique, high potency blends, coupled with creative rustic-inspired packaging, this is an affordable vitamin service for everyone. - October 30, 2020 - Turning Leaf VITA
Financial Connection to Breast Cancer - All Women Financial Firm, Urban Wealth Management Assists Women
Researchers have connected the term "financial toxicity" to breast cancer. And while the energy of the woman diagnosed with breast cancer should be on healing and taking care of herself; life can spiral out of control and money is the root cause. Urban Wealth Management, an All Woman Financial Firm in Los Angeles is assisting women in getting their financial life in gear and focus on healing and living the life they desire and deserve. - October 30, 2020 - Urban Wealth Management
Ebony Young Takes Helm of The Lonely Entrepreneur 501(c)(3)
Ebony Young, noted corporate and community leader, has joined The Lonely Entrepreneur as President of the organization's non-profit operations. Young will drive the organization's mission to provide 1 million entrepreneurs worldwide with access to tools, resources and support they need to help their businesses survive and thrive. - October 29, 2020 - The Lonely Entrepreneur
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Names Renee Smith as General Sales Manager of Its Real Estate Sales Offices
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston (CBHPW), the leading real estate company in Central North Carolina, has hired Renee Smith as its General Sales Manager to oversee all CBHPW sales offices. "We are absolutely thrilled to bring Renee on as a part of our team,” said David Jones,... - October 28, 2020 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston
P.O.W.E.R. Announces Their Ladies Night Wine and Cheese Networking Event Hosted by Founder, Tonia DeCosimo
P.O.W.E.R.-Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized is excited to announce their Ladies Night Wine and Cheese Networking Event hosted by Founder, Tonia DeCosimo on November 10, 2020. P.O.W.E.R.’s networking events are intimate events with keynote speakers focusing on timely... - October 28, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Beatrice K. Harvey Recognized as a Woman of the Month for October 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Beatrice K. Harvey of Norwalk, California has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for October 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of wellness coaching. Each month P.O.W.E.R. features... - October 28, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
TV Host, Model and Actress Melody Trice Launches Online Store for Women of All Sizes at Unlmtd Access
Television personality, television producer, model, actress and motivational speaker Melody Trice (“The Melody Trice Show”) announces the launch of her online retail store for women of all sizes called Unlmtd Access, branded as “Unlmtd Access.” She seeks to help women look... - October 27, 2020 - Melody Trice
Cathy Marshall, CaDori Brands LLC Showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square by P.O.W.E.R.
Cathy Marshall of Katy, Texas has been showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the fields of self-empowerment, nonprofit and volunteering. - October 27, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Maid Brigade Celebrates Grand Opening in Lakewood Ranch, FL
Maid Brigade opens new location in Sarasota-Manatee Area. - October 25, 2020 - Maid Brigade
The Lurnist Show Celebrates Women Working in Agile
Debra Hildebrand, CEO and Founder of LurnAgile, an Agile training and coaching firm, starts a BusinessRadioX show that highlights women working in the Agile field. - October 23, 2020 - LurnAgile
Celebrated Rock ‘n’ Roll Icon Nancy Wilson Releases Her Version of Bruce Springsteen’s "The Rising"
Debut Single From First Ever Solo Album - October 23, 2020 - Carry On Music
DJ G-String Releases a New Melodic EDM Track Called Always
DJ G-String releases her latest single on October 23 called Always. - October 23, 2020 - DJ G-String
Virtual Women-We Can Conference on November 5-6
Conference on "Women and COVID-19: Challenges, Opportunities and The Way Forward" will bring together game-changers and exponential thinkers to light the spark of the change as they inspire hundreds of women waiting for a beacon of hope. - October 23, 2020 - Women We Can
Be the Difference Foundation Presents the Second Annual Runway for Hope Fashion Show, Online This Year, Benefiting Mary Crowley Cancer Research
This exciting fashion show goes virtual, featuring ovarian cancer survivors styled by popular fashion influencers in an engaging story format. - October 23, 2020 - Be the Difference Foundation
Prominent New York Fashion House Pink Maison Sets Sight on Atlanta Fashion Market
New York City originated fashion house, Pink Maison, looks to further solidify itself as a household name as it opens a showroom in Downtown Atlanta. The luxury couture shop is hosting an exclusive cocktail mixer on Saturday, October 24, 2020 aiming to introduce its take on New York luxe fashion to the Atlanta market. This event will consist of light bites and wine during a cocktail hour followed by a fashion presentation, style discussion and debuting of the Pink Maison Self-Care Box. - October 22, 2020 - NYSFE Magazine INC
Good Coworking Lands Green Business Certification
Good Coworking met with City of Dallas Office of Sustainability officials this week to receive its Gold Level certification for the City of Dallas Green Business Certification program. The City of Dallas Green Business Certification is a free service offered to businesses to assist them in “going green.” - October 21, 2020 - Good Coworking LLC
Sakimah Coleman Honored as a VIP Member for 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Sakimah Coleman of Concord, North Carolina has been honored as a VIP Member for 2020 by P.O.W.E.R (Professional Organization of Woman of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of publishing. These important women exemplify tenacity. They realize that... - October 21, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
New Documentary Film OPEN FIELD Profiles the Hard-Hitting World Champions of Women’s Football and Their Drive to Earn Greatness, Recognition and Respect
The Austin Film Festival and Tallgrass Film Festival’s virtual filmgoers will soon feel the impact of OPEN FIELD, an unforgettable journey into the heart of American women’s football as told through the eyes of legendary quarterback Sami Grisafe, San Francisco 49ers Assistant Coach... - October 19, 2020 - Vanguard Muse
Xpresso Communications Awarded Best International Content Creation Specialists
Xpresso Communications – an international marketing communications and PR company headquartered in Leiden, The Netherlands – is proud to announce that it has been awarded the title of "Best International Content Creation Specialists" residing in the Benelux region. - October 18, 2020 - Xpresso Communications
Latina Business Owner Sidelined by Pandemic Receives Nationwide Recognition for Farmworker Caravans
Darlene Tenes, founder of CasaQ by Darlene, is being recognized by AARP®, Brawny® Paper Towels, Modern Latina and Latina Coalition for the inspiring work she has done in her community to benefit the country’s most essential workers. - October 17, 2020 - CasaQ
Community Family Life Services Launches "Starter Kit" Initiative for Formerly Incarcerated Women in the District of Columbia
This new women’s reentry initiative provides women returning home from DOC or BOP a "Starter Kit" containing the essential tools needed to thrive. - October 17, 2020 - Community Family Life Services
Champions for Philanthropy Launches New “Athlete Resource Center”
Champions for Philanthropy’s Athlete Resource Center is a platform created to help athletes make a social impact in their communities. - October 17, 2020 - Champions for Philanthropy
Millionaire Life Strategy Unleashes the Inner Power of Tech Geeks for Entrepreneurial Success
Millionaire Life Strategy, a business and mindset sales training and coaching organization out of Netherlands, announced today the launch of its new course “Advanced Sales Master Class,” to show left-brain, overly analytical introverts, technology gurus and shy business owners how to... - October 16, 2020 - Millionaire Life Strategy
Oklahoma-based PDR Testing & Certification LLC Named U.S. Exclusive Provider of Vale Training’s Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Certification Program Today
Anita Dill, president of woman-owned PDR Testing and Certification LLC of Harrah, Oklahoma, said she is excited that great progress has been made this week that will soon benefit vehicle owners and autobody shops. - October 15, 2020 - PDR Testing & Certifications, LLC
Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized-P.O.W.E.R. Honors Their New Women of Empowerment Members
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) honors their new Women of Empowerment members who are being recognized for their achievements and contributions in the many fields and industries listed. About The New Women of Empowerment Members P.O.W.E.R. (Professional... - October 15, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Frannie & Elinor Releases Handcrafted Jewelry Collection "Reflected Joy"
Launch of "Reflected Joy" announced - Minimalist Handmade Jewelry Designs; Unique hammered gold and sterling jewelry; Modern mixed metals; Classic drop earrings; Swarovski world-class crystals and pearls; Intricately patterned pendants and necklaces - October 15, 2020 - Frannie & Elinor
Shelly M. Thomas Recognized as a Woman of the Month for August 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Shelly M. Thomas of Fostoria, Ohio has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for August 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of dance instruction and fitness. Each month P.O.W.E.R. - October 15, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Premier Medical Staffing Services Ranked 13th on Milwaukee Business Journal’s 2020 List of Largest Wisconsin-Based Women-Owned Businesses
The Milwaukee Business Journal, a weekly newspaper covering business news and events in southeastern Wisconsin, has released its annual list ranking the largest Wisconsin-based women-owned businesses for 2020. Premier Medical Staffing Services, LLC, a nationally expanding healthcare staffing firm... - October 15, 2020 - Premier Medical Staffing Services, LLC
The Ridge Ohio Introduces New Addiction Treatment Program Designed Specifically for Professionals
Addiction Treatment Center in Milford, OH launches a program to help adults juggling professional and family responsibilities while struggling with addiction. - October 14, 2020 - The Ridge Ohio
M3Linked™ Announces Mary Jane Nowak as Executive Director of M3Linked Detroit
M3Linked CEO Steven Nelick announced today Mary Jane “MJ” Nowak will lead the M3Linked Detroit Community as Executive Director. MJ will meet and facilitate impactful connections and collaborations with and between high-level entrepreneurs who are inventors, investors, CEOs, and startup... - October 13, 2020 - M3Linked
Pakaloh Launches First Free Business Platform for Diverse and Inclusive Cannabis Industry
Pakaloh LLC launched a new business platform for the cannabis, CBD and hemp industry with free resources on cannabis banking and loans, Business Tutorials, jobs, networking and discounts at partner companies. The platform is free to join, and the first to focus on empowering minority, women, or first-time business owners and other professionals to establish successful careers in cannabis. - October 13, 2020 - Pakaloh