Women in Business News
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ASAP Tax and Lien Search Reports Higher Sales During Summer
The Heat Goes on for ASAP Tax and Lien Search; Higher YoY Orders in May, June and July; New Partnership with Closers Choice; Begins 20th Year of Service - August 15, 2018 - ASAP Tax and Lien Search
Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized Honors Gertrude B. Hutchinson, DNS, RN, MA, MSIS, CCRN-R with a P.O.W.E.R. Podcast
Gertrude B. Hutchinson of Altamont, New York has been honored with a Podcast by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Woman of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 45 years in the fields of nursing and education. About Gertrude B. - August 14, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Specialized Spanish-Language Learning Center Opens in Venice Florida
The Language Studio of Southwest Florida is now open for class registration and other Spanish-Language Services. The Language Studio will provide Spanish classes that are designed for business and healthcare professionals. In addition to specialty courses, the studio also offers classes in Conversational Spanish. Another option for business clients is customized classes taught at their business location. Spanish language translation and interpretation services is also available. - August 14, 2018 - The Language Studio of Southwest Florida
Connecticut Based Karo Swimwear Launches New Line and Introduces Karo Kittens
Kasia, the well known swimwear designer featured in Sports Illustrated, introduces a new line of luxury swimwear at affordable prices through a new promotional model emphasizing the Karo Kittens. - August 13, 2018 - Fashion Buyers Network
Founders of Rent the Runway and Waze to Appear on Panel at Tony Robbins’ Business Mastery Event
The panel will be broadcasted live on the Tony Robbins Facebook page on Sunday, August 19. - August 10, 2018 - Tony Robbins
Vero Names Travel Nurse of the Month
Cincinnati based travel nursing agency Vero names Andrea Stigarll, RN as their Vero Hero Nurse of the Month for August 2018. - August 10, 2018 - Vero
Inclusive Play Places, LLC Launches “Tony’s Place, Autism & Special Needs Gym” in Minneapolis/St. Paul
One in 59 children in America will be diagnosed with autism every year. Inclusive Play Places, LLC will open Tony’s Place, Autism & Special Needs Gym in Northtown Mall, Blaine Minnesota, in October 2018 to provide support for families with children on the spectrum as well as those with other abilities to create an inclusive play place where children of all abilities may play together. - August 09, 2018 - Inclusive Play Places LLC
Refugee Student Spearheads Opening of an Aerospace Lab to Promote STEM Education and Launches First Social Entrepreneurial Aviation Product
Stratos Aviation Association announces the establishment of the Stratos Aerospace Lab coinciding with the launch of its first social entrepreneurial product: Ventus, designed and engineered by a Syrian-Armenian refugee student in Montreal, Canada. - August 09, 2018 - Stratos Aviation
Rape Survivor Launches Women’s Empowerment Magazine Today’s Daring Woman - the Only Business & Lifestyle Magazine Dedicated to Personal Growth
On the night of her Senior Prom, Tracey Osborne was raped by the man she had planned to marry. Today, Tracey is no longer a silent victim. She shares her story to let other women know that they are not alone. - August 09, 2018 - Daring Woman, Inc.
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center Achieves Healthgrades 2018 Obstetrics and Gynecology Excellence Award™
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center announced today that it has been named a recipient of the Healthgrades 2018 Obstetrics and Gynecology Excellence Award™. The achievement recognizes Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center for exceptional clinical outcomes while caring for... - August 09, 2018 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
More Single, Black, Women Are Taking a Vow of Celibacy...
“More black women are taking a vow of celibacy until marriage,” states relationship blogger & author, Djuana Harvey. In her Facebook group of nearly 4,000 Single women, Djuana, 32, witnesses this phenomenon everyday. “More & more women are saying ‘no’ to... - August 08, 2018 - Queens Arise Conference
Dr. Mary J. Gallant Recognized as a Woman of the Month and Honored on the Reuters Billboard by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Dr. Mary J. Gallant of Glassboro, New Jersey has been honored as a Women of the Month for May 2018 and honored on the famous 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 contributions and... - August 08, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks Honored as a Prominent Business Leader by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks of Mansfield, Texas has been honored as a Prominent Business Leader for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 20 years in the fields of real estate, agriculture, investments and self-... - August 08, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Katrina Foley Says No to Needle Exchange Near Schools
In one Southern California town, a Mayoral candidate is joining with other local leaders to stop a state agency from placing a needle exchange program near two elementary schools. - August 07, 2018 - Katrina Foley
Top ZipRecruiter Executive Joins One of Austin's Top 50 Startups
One of Built In Austin's Top 50 Startups to Watch Snags Former ZipRecruiter Executive to Disrupt Job Search - August 07, 2018 - Intry, LLC
Marcia L. Jeter, CEO Recognized as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Marcia L. Jeter of Sayreville, New Jersey has been recognized as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of event planning services. About Marcia L. Jeter, CEO Marcia Jeter is... - August 07, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Sarah L. Benezue Recognized as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Sarah L. Benezue of Eustace, Texas has been recognized as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of wholesale food. About Sarah L. Benezue Sarah Benezue is the Founder and... - August 07, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Such a Natural Salon Opens in The Village Grosse Pointe
Private salon suite where a variety of natural hair services are provided, downtown Grosse Pointe. - August 06, 2018 - Such A Natural
Women World Awards 2018 - Cosmique Global Inc. Announced as the Gold Winner
Cosmique Global was announced as the Gold Winner in Women World Awards 2018 at Red Carpet Ceremony in San Francisco on July 30, 2018. The Company won the Gold in two categories - Fastest Growing Company, and Most Innovative Company of the year. The coveted annual Women World Awards program... - August 06, 2018 - Cosmique Global Inc.
Barbara Koenig-Pfannkuche Commemorated with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Barbara Koenig-Pfannkuche of Niles, Illinois has been commemorated with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 40 years in the field of engineering. About Barbara Koenig-Pfannkuche Ms. - August 03, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Mary Jo McCurley, Esq. Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mary Jo McCurley, Esq. of Dallas, Texas has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of law. About Mary Jo McCurley, Esq. Mary Jo McCurley has over 35 years experience in the... - August 03, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Ebonie Caldwell Realty Portfolio Offering 3% Luxury Listing Services, with Their Unique Marketing Approach
Ebonie Caldwell Realty Portfolio, 3% luxury listing services, offers full marketing to their clients, due to their unique marketing and networking platform; Real Estate Boutique Concierge Listing Service - August 02, 2018 - Ebonie Caldwell
Intry and College Recruiter Partner in Resume Revolution
Intry is one of Built in Austin’s Top 50 Startups to Watch for 2018 and is leading the resume revolution. Intry, a woman-owned HR tech software firm, has launched a strategic partnership with industry veteran College Recruiter, the leading job search site used by over 20 million US college... - August 02, 2018 - Intry, LLC
Austin Contractors & Engineers Association Elects New Board Members
The Austin Contractors & Engineers Association recently elected new board members for the 2018-2019 fiscal year. The board elected the following to serve as officers of the board of directors: President Sarah Dunn-Cantu (Lone Star Paving), Vice-President Justin Lange, P.E. (Texas Engineering... - August 02, 2018 - Austin Contractors & Engineers Association
Kahana & Feld Adds Insurance Defense Partner and Expands to Arizona
Kahana & Feld LLP is pleased to announce that Courtney A. Winzeler, Esq. has joined the firm as a Partner in the construction/real estate, insurance defense, and general liability practice groups. Winzeler practices in the States of California and Arizona and will be opening Kahana &... - July 31, 2018 - Kahana Feld
Plexus Financial Services, LLC Leaders Named as Delegates to NAPA DC Fly-In Forum
Practice Leader Allison Winge and Vice President, Client Relations Pamela Appell of Plexus Financial Services, LLC recently participated as delegates to the National Association of Plan Advisors’ (NAPA) Annual DC Fly-In Forum, an exclusive gathering of the nation’s leading retirement... - July 31, 2018 - The Plexus Groupe
HCA/HealthONE's Swedish Medical Center Expands Leadership with New Administrative Director of Cardiac Services
HCA/HealthONE's Swedish Medical Center, a 408-bed Level 1 Trauma center located in Englewood, CO, announced Denise Mathias as the Administrative Director of Cardiac Services. - July 31, 2018 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
HCA/HealthONE's Swedish Medical Center Names New Administrative Director, Business Development for Women's Services
HCA/HealthONE's Swedish Medical Center announced that Christina Merritt will be joining the organization as Administrative Director, Business Development for Women’s Services. Merritt comes to Swedish from Sky Ridge Medical Center, a Level II trauma center located in Lone Tree, Colorado. - July 31, 2018 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
Michelle McCullar Honored on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Michelle McCullar of Arcadia, California has been honored on the famous Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Woman of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Coaching. About Michelle... - July 31, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Melvina J. Newman Honored as a Women of the Month by the Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Melvina J. Newman of Sioux Falls, South Dakota has been honored as a Women of the Month for June 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of real estate. Each month women are featured to... - July 31, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Centric Technology Solutions, LLC Names Elizabeth Green as President
Recognized mortgage technology veteran in software product leadership for solutions in residential property valuation, loan origination, mortgage servicing and secondary marketing to lead valuation technology firm. - July 31, 2018 - Centric Technology Solutions, LLC
Colorado Springs' Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn Receives "Best in Business" Award 2018 from the Colorado Springs Business Journal
According to the Colorado Springs Business Journal, they believe in celebrating local businesses-highlighting everything "that is right about Colorado Springs" with the Best in Business awards. - July 30, 2018 - Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn
QualityWorks Joins Movement to Inspire Young Caribbean Women in Tech
On Saturday, July 21, 2018, QualityWorks Consulting Group in Kingston, Jamaica, sponsored the Youth Can Do It (YCDI) Women in I.T Mentorship Meetup. This initiative is apart of a larger mentorship program, which is geared towards encouraging young Jamaican women to pursue careers in the usually... - July 28, 2018 - QualityWorks Consulting Group
New Beauty Startup “Silked” Reinvents the Pillowcase
Silked introduces its innovative Pillow Sleeve product line that blends beauty benefits with home/travel convenience. - July 27, 2018 - Silked
Whispering Natural Hair Care Solutions Into the Ears of Consumers Around the World
Healthy Hair Solutions Owner Tendai Morris is Awakening Women to Appreciate their Hair Natural Texture. - July 27, 2018 - Healthy Hair Solutions
Get Lapel Pins Supports Women's Confidence Training at Top Buttons
Sales of the "I Am Not An Object" pin produced by Get Lapel Pins will sponsor women at the Wearing Confidence Program from the nonprofit Top Buttons. - July 25, 2018 - Get Lapel Pins
Nasrin Sheykhi: "Alien of Extraordinary Ability - The EB-1A Tour:" Iranian Caricaturist Will Debut Latest Artworks in Premier US Exhibition in New York
The Artist's Reception will be held Tuesday, July 24th at NoMo SoHo in lower Manhattan at 9 Crosby Street, from 6:30pm-9:30pm and NoMo SoHo will host a follow-on event on Saturday evening, July 28, 2018. - July 24, 2018 - Stevens Art Management
Virginia Inventory Professional Achieves Industry Certification
The National Inventory Certification Association congratulates member Julie Ulrich for achieving the designation of Certified Appraisal Examiner. - July 23, 2018 - National Inventory Certification Association
Tricia Carlson Honored as a Woman of Excellence by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Tricia Carlson of Montague, Michigan has been honored as a Woman of Excellence for 2018 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. This award recognizes women for their outstanding... - July 21, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
NDILC Co-Founder Named as NFCC President and CEO
Women in the Housing & Real Estate Ecosystem (NAWRB) is proud to share The National Foundation for Credit Counseling® (NFCC®)’s announcement that Rebecca Steele has become the new President and CEO. Rebecca is a proven leader with extensive executive-level experience in retail financial services and mortgage lending with major financial services companies. - July 21, 2018 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
Preferred Jewelers International™ Selects Ginger's Jewelry as Newest Member of Its Exclusive, Nationwide Network
Roanoke, Virginia-based Jewelry Retailer now offers its customers “Experiences that last a Lifetime™.” - July 20, 2018 - Preferred Jewelers International
Unconscious Bias in Business is Topic for Aug. 8 NAWBO Phoenix Business Meeting
Attendees of the Aug. 8 NAWBO meeting will learn how to define, identify and diminish bias in their business. - July 20, 2018 - NAWBO Phoenix
Dianna Rudd Joins IMPEC Group as Senior Director of Facility Staffing and Recruitment
IMPEC Group continues it's broad expansion into Professional Facility Services with the addition of a veteran in Facility Staffing & Recruitment, Dianna Rudd, who will scale this division into a world class enterprise. - July 18, 2018 - Impec Group
OnPoint Manufacturing Announces Partnership with Ten-Four Clothing
OnPoint Manufacturing, Inc., an innovative leader in on-demand apparel manufacturing today, announced a partnership with Ten-Four Clothing to produce their women’s clothing line. Through this cooperative effort, Ten-Four Clothing is working closely with OnPoint Manufacturing (OPM) to provide... - July 18, 2018 - OnPoint Manufacturing
Matilde Sorensen Named Exclusive Agent for The Beach Cottages at The Strand
Matilde Sorensen, of Dale Sorensen Real Estate, has been selected as the exclusive sales agent for The Beach Cottages at the Strand. The Beach Cottages are Vero Beach's newest ocean-side town homes. - July 18, 2018 - Dale Sorensen Real Estate
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Honors the Newest Women of Empowerment Members
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) is proud to recognize their newest Women of Empowerment members who have been honored for their contributions and achievements in the many fields listed. About The New Women of Empowerment Members P.O.W.E.R. (Professional... - July 18, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Lynette Monzo Honored as a Woman of Distinction by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Lynette Monzo of Fairfield, California has been honored as a Woman of Distinction for the third quarter of 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements for almost 5 years in the HVAC field. Each quarter they... - July 18, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
MSL & Company Request for Development Proposals Selected as Finalist for New Emeryville Center for the Arts and Culture
MSL & Company, LLC (MSL) was selected as one of three finalists, from among the submissions for a Request for Qualifications Proposals (RFQP) for the new Emeryville Center for the Arts and Culture. Selection was based on the Overall Objectives & Key Elements established by Council and a Selection Panel’s application of the Scoring Criteria. The teams chosen had the highest scores and demonstrated the greatest understanding of the community’s needs, and ability to design, develop, and operate. - July 17, 2018 - MSL & Company, LLC
Alignment Simple Solutions Awarded Outstanding Achievement in Innovative Manufacturing 2018 EDPA Innovation Awards
In a true David verses Goliath moment, Alignment Simple Solutions, manufacturer of the QuickTrick portable wheel alignment and accessory product lines, was named the recipient of Outstanding Achievement in Innovative Manufacturing for the 2018 EDPA Innovation Awards over fellow finalist Airbus Americas, Inc. - July 17, 2018 - QuickTrick - Alignment Simple Solutions
Alzheimer’s Advocate & Writer Nancy Nelson Will be Taking Part in the Ladies of Literature & Their Stories Presentation, July 28, 2018, Paseo Verde Library Henderson, NV
Many of Las Vegas' women writers will be participating in this one of a kind presentation panel. Ladies of Literature and Their Stories will allow these unbelievably strong women to share their written works and the adversities they struggle with each day. On July 28, 2018 beginning at 10:00 am these ladies will hope to share, enlighten and maybe even inspire those in attendance. - July 14, 2018 - Linda Stiles Fox Books