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Joan Tortorici, RN, BSN Honored as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Joan Tortorici, RN, BSN Honored as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Joan Tortorici, RN, BSN of Brooklyn, New York has been honored as a Professional of the Year for two consecutive years, 2017 and 2018, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the fields of human services and healthcare. About... - July 11, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

"Dr. Pam" Gumbs Commemorated as a Top 100 Healthcare Professional for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

"Dr. Pam" Gumbs of Berkeley, California has been commemorated as a Top 100 Healthcare Professional for two consecutive years, 2017 and 2018, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 40 years in the pharmaceutical... - July 11, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

Angela M. Bell Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Angela M. Bell Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Angela M. Bell of Chicago, Illinois has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government. About Angela M. Bell Angela Bell is a Clerk at the Circuit Court which is... - July 11, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

Datum Software™ Announces Re-Brand and New Website Launch for Datum Government Solutions™

Datum Software™ Announces Re-Brand and New Website Launch for Datum Government Solutions™

Datum Software, a global leader in enterprise architecture, SOA, Application Optimizations, along with Project and Program management, announces today it’s re-brand and new website launch of the Government Solutions branch. This shift in Datum’s strategic initiative comes from a need... - July 10, 2018 - Datum Government Solutions

Marcia L. Goodman, Ph.D. Honored as a Woman of Distinction by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Marcia L. Goodman, Ph.D. Honored as a Woman of Distinction by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Marcia L. Goodman, Ph.D. of East Hartford, Connecticut has been honored as a Woman of Distinction for the first quarter of 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 50 years in the field of... - July 10, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

First Lady of Illinois Delivering Keynote Address at NAWRB Conference

Women in the Housing & Real Estate Ecosystem (NAWRB) is honored to announce that Diana Mendley Rauner, Ph.D., President of the Ounce of Prevention Fund and First Lady of Illinois, will deliver a Keynote Address during the 2018 NAWRB 5th Annual Conference, “Year of Women,” on July 29th-31st in Chicago, IL at The Standard Club. - July 07, 2018 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses

CSIRI Director Andi Bowe Receives 2018 Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award

CSIRI Director Andi Bowe has just received an email announcing her inclusion in the front of the new 2018 publication by Marquis Who's Who as one of the top 20 of the top 3% of Global Professionals and also announcing her selection for their 2018 Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award. - July 07, 2018 - Computer Social Impact Research Institute, Inc.

Elizabeth Powers Named to Elite Women's Insurance List

Insurance Business America selects top 95 industry women for prestigious honor. - July 07, 2018 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance

Cathy Hughes Joins the Sistahs in Business Expo in Philadelphia, PA

The Sistahs in Business Expo is proud to announce that media icon, Cathy Hughes, will be joining their 2018 tour stop in Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, July 14th at Temple University's Howard Gittis Student Center. - July 06, 2018 - Sistah in Business Expo

Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance (WBEA) Presents Executive Networking Luncheon August 17, 2018 United Way of Greater Houston

The Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance (WBEA) announces the Executive Networking Luncheon - the facilitated networking event that benefits Women & Minority Business Owners. On August 17, 2018 join a multitude of Women business owners, corporate representatives, and city and government... - July 05, 2018 - Women's Business Enterprise Alliance, Houston

Author Ellie Raine's Latest Book "Pearl of Emerald" Launching at ATL Comic Con - a Scythe and Sword Epic Fantasy with a Unique Spin on the Grim Reaper

Author Ellie Raine's Latest Book "Pearl of Emerald" Launching at ATL Comic Con - a Scythe and Sword Epic Fantasy with a Unique Spin on the Grim Reaper

Twin reapers were chosen by the gods as protectors of their world and blessed with sacred magic. But will it be enough? "Pearl of Emerald" is Ellie Raine's third book in the NecroSeam Chronicles, an original "scythe and sorcery" fantasy adventure set in an alternate world like no other. This is a totally different take on dark fantasy, where "Reapers of Death" are honorable knights sworn to protect souls and kill demons. Be the first to own a signed copy for a special price at ATL Comic Con. - July 04, 2018 - ScyntheFy Press, LLC

NAWBO Phoenix Installs Board of Directors for 2018-19

The Phoenix Metro Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) installed its new Board of Directors for the 2018-19 term at the organization’s recent Desert Diamonds Awards Gala. In continuing to advocate and increase awareness for women business owners, the incoming... - July 04, 2018 - NAWBO Phoenix

Doña Media Launches Breakthrough 2-Way Video Fitness Apps "Rise & Shine"

Doña Media launches innovative new platform for Yoga and Core Fitness Professionals. Available now for San Francisco, CA and Panama City, Panama. - July 02, 2018 - Dona Media

WBEA Hosts Ready.Start.Submit: WBE Certification Application Clinic

The Women’s Business Enterprise Alliance (WBEA) and the Houston Galveston Women’s Business Center (WBC) announces the WBE Certification Application Clinic - a facilitated workshop that benefits women business owners looking to obtain their Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE)... - July 01, 2018 - Women's Business Enterprise Alliance, Houston

Flossie Lancaster, Loan Expert, at First Funding, Inc. Announces Series of Home Buyer Seminars to Educate Potential Homebuyers in the Maryland Area

Flossie, a seasoned Home Buyer Seminar Specialist with over 25 years of experience representing mortgage corporations, banks, and other lending institutions has announced a series of upcoming Home Buying educational sessions that offer expert advice for homeowners considering purchasing a home. - July 01, 2018 - First Funding, Inc.

Cheryelle M. Cruickshank Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Cheryelle M. Cruickshank of Mount Vernon, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 29 years in the fields of nonprofit executive management and mental... - June 30, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

Martha L. Fulmer Recognized on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by P.O.W.E.R.  (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Martha L. Fulmer Recognized on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Martha L. Fulmer of Goose Creek, South Carolina has been recognized 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 achievements in the field of insurance. Times Square... - June 30, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Government Contractors Association Installs a New President

Government Contractors Association Installs a New President

The Government Contractors Association (GCA) is pleased to announce that as of July 1, 2018, Myra Cisse will take over as President of the organization’s Georgia operations. Myra Cisse has served the organization as a certification SME and the VP of Service Delivery since 2015. “It is... - June 29, 2018 - Government Contractors Association

Grace E. Stratton Named a Lifetime VIP by Strathmore’s Who’s Who

Grace E. Stratton Named a Lifetime VIP by Strathmore’s Who’s Who

Grace E. Stratton, of Chesterfield, Missouri, has recently been recognized as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Lifetime VIP Member for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Consulting. - June 29, 2018 - Strathmore Who's Who

Katherine E. Paton Honored as 2018 Professional of the Year in Ocular Oncology

Katherine E. Paton Honored as 2018 Professional of the Year in Ocular Oncology

Dr. Katherine E. Paton, of Vancouver, British Columbia, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Ocular Oncology. - June 29, 2018 - Strathmore Who's Who

Designer Nina Nguyen Embraces Flirty, Fun and Feminine Style for Summer 2018

Designer Nina Nguyen Embraces Flirty, Fun and Feminine Style for Summer 2018

Looks range from accessories that accent with a whisper to sizzling scene stealers. - June 28, 2018 - Nina Nguyen Designs

GoalFriends - GF Global, LLC Appoints Gina Copeland as Director of Global Expansion

GoalFriends - GF Global, LLC Appoints Gina Copeland as Director of Global Expansion

GoalFriends - GF Global, LLC appoints Gina Copeland as Director of Global Expansion - June 27, 2018 - GoalFriends

Chief Operating Officer Appointed for GoalFriends - GF Global, LLC

Chief Operating Officer Appointed for GoalFriends - GF Global, LLC

GoalFriends - GF Global, LLC has appointed Jeanie Y. Chang, LMFT, CCTP as its new Chief Operating Officer. - June 27, 2018 - GoalFriends

Patricia W. Chalkley Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who

Patricia W. Chalkley Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who

Patricia W. Chalkley, of Sandston, Virginia, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Beauty Products. - June 27, 2018 - Strathmore Who's Who

Annie Serventi Krznarich Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Annie Serventi Krznarich of Goodyear, Arizona has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of government and with the Tohono O’odham Nation Tribe and... - June 27, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

NAWBO Phoenix Presents Annual Desert Diamonds Awards

Companies and individuals were honored in eight categories with the prestigious Desert Diamonds Awards. - June 27, 2018 - NAWBO Phoenix

WOMB, Inc. Will Empower Women and Their Families During the Sisters Sharing 2018 Convocation Series at Agape Fest in Princeton, New Jersey

WOMB, Inc. Will Empower Women and Their Families During the Sisters Sharing 2018 Convocation Series at Agape Fest in Princeton, New Jersey

On July 27-29, 2018, Spiritual Leaders such as Pastor Rich Villodas, Bishop George C. Searight, and Bishop Millicent Hunter join Bishop Dr. Barbara E. Austin Lucas to equip global leaders to mobilize, organize and build during Agape Fest: Love Made A Way. - June 26, 2018 - Women Organizing, Mobilizing & Building, Inc.

Barbara J. De Cuir Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who

Barbara J. De Cuir, of Redondo Beach, California, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Interior Design. - June 26, 2018 - Strathmore Who's Who

Renee Y. Vincent Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who

Renee Y. Vincent Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who

Renee Y. Vincent, of Vass, North Carolina, has recently been recognized as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Professional of the Year for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Veteran Healthcare. - June 26, 2018 - Strathmore Who's Who

Dr. Erika Horowitz Honored as a VIP for 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Dr. Erika Horowitz Honored as a VIP for 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Dr. Erika Horowitz of San Francisco, California has been honored as a VIP for 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 12 years in the field of healthcare. VIP members are women who exemplify... - June 26, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Julia A. Galloway 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)

Julia A. Galloway 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)

Julia A. Galloway of Carleton, Michigan has been showcased 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 achievements and high level of success in the field of beauty and... - June 25, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Local Business Person Voted as One of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging

Local Business Person Voted as One of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging

The Real Estate Staging Association® (RESA®) is pleased to announce that Sandra Racz with Signature Redesign, LLC, Park City has been voted One of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging. Sandra Racz operates Signature Redesign LLC and The Decorating and Staging Academy... - June 22, 2018 - The Decorating and Staging Academy

Diane Howard Joins The Decorating and Staging Academy Training Team

Diane Howard Joins The Decorating and Staging Academy Training Team

New Master Professional Trainer Joins The Decorating and Staging Academy. - June 22, 2018 - The Decorating and Staging Academy

The Decorating and Staging Academy Relaunches Free Online Decorating Magazine

The Decorating and Staging Academy Relaunches Free Online Decorating Magazine

A free online magazine for the decorating, staging and DIY enthusiast. - June 22, 2018 - The Decorating and Staging Academy

Albany Agency Granted WBE Certification

Local Marketing Agency Receives WBE Status from The Division of Minority and Women's Business Development. - June 22, 2018 - Brawn Media

3 Sisters Equine Refuge is Competing to Win Some of the $110,000 Available in #HelpAHorse Prizes

3 Sisters Equine Refuge is Competing to Win Some of the $110,000 Available in #HelpAHorse Prizes

3 Sisters Equine Refuge is participating in the Oregon Rescue Challenge as part of the ASPCA® national Help A Horse Day contest, competing for a chance to win some of the $110,000 available in grant prizes. The nationwide competition for rescues, shelters, animal control agencies and sanctuaries that adopt out equines is designed to raise awareness about the year-round lifesaving work they do to find homes for horses. - June 21, 2018 - 3 Sisters Equine Refuge

An American Memoir, Now Available

Dr. Rayna M. Gangi, and Earthwalk-USA release "Humanity, An American Memoir," a 1700 page, three-volume testament of growing up in the fifties, living in a cemetery, being trained by Native American Medicine Women, surviving the Vietnam war, and breaking through the glass ceilings she never believed existed. - June 21, 2018 - Earthwalk-USA

Julia L. Reynolds Showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Julia L. Reynolds Showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Julia L. Reynolds of Russellville, Arkansas has been showcased on the famous Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 40 years in the field of music. About Julia L. Reynolds Julia... - June 20, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

Deborah A. Haydon Honored as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Deborah A. Haydon Honored as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Deborah A. Haydon of Lancaster, Virginia has been honored as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 25 years in the food industry. About Deborah A. Haydon Deborah Haydon is a... - June 20, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

The 4th Annual Creative + Investor Shark Attack to be Held at The Ivy of Buckhead on June 21 in Atlanta

The 4th Annual Creative + Investor Shark Attack to be Held at The Ivy of Buckhead on June 21 in Atlanta

Georgia's screenwriters, directors and producers come together with the business and financial community for a powerful showcase of the content creators, filmmaking talent and film projects ready for financing and growing the state's $9.5B entertainment industry. - June 19, 2018 - Ball of Fire Media

Girls Gone Forex University Announces Second Graduating Class of 2018

Girls Gone Forex University Announces Second Graduating Class of 2018

Girls Gone Forex and Trade Like A Girl Academy continue to take the world by storm with another graduating class of fabulous female Forex traders. - June 15, 2018 - Kiss Trading Academy

Former IBM Fellow Dr. Chitra Dorai Joins NDILC

Women in the Housing and Real Estate Ecosystem (NAWRB) proudly announces the addition of Dr. Chitra Dorai, Former IBM Fellow, Master Inventor, VP, CTO Cognitive Services, IBM Services, Member of IBM Industry Academy & Academy of Technology to its Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council... - June 15, 2018 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses

Popular Jewelry Line, OMI Beads, Today Announces the Launch of Their New Online Shopping Website, OMIBeads.com

Popular Jewelry Line, OMI Beads, Today Announces the Launch of Their New Online Shopping Website, OMIBeads.com

Nashville based jewelry designer, Joy Walling, OMI Beads, is delighted to announce the launch of their new website featuring their popular natural stone bracelets and sets. - June 13, 2018 - OMI Beads

Local Business Woman Voted Top 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging

Local Business Woman Voted Top 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging

The Real Estate Staging Association® (RESA®) is pleased to announce, Amy Powers, Ask For Staging in Metro Atlanta has been voted by her peers and colleagues, as one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging. - June 13, 2018 - Ask For Staging

Maria Luisa Badani, EA Acknowledged as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Maria Luisa Badani, EA of Flushing, New York has been acknowledged as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 20 years in the field of accounting. Women of Excellence are recognized for being... - June 13, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

Green Sheep Water Becomes Certified as a Women-Owned Business

Through the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), Green Sheep Water is now a certified women-owned business. - June 13, 2018 - Open Water

TFI Envision Attends Supplier Growth Summit Event

As a self certified WOSB (Woman Owned Small Business), TFI Envision was eligible to attend the May 23, 2018 Connecticut Supplier Growth Summit, held in Stamford, CT, hosted by the Business Council of Fairfield County. This "must attend" sold out conference provided the opportunity for... - June 13, 2018 - TFI Envision, Inc.

Georgianna L. Bridgers Honored as a VIP Member for 2018 by the Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Georgianna L. Bridgers Honored as a VIP Member for 2018 by the Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Georgianna L. Bridgers of Bronx, New York has been honored as a VIP Member 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 healthcare. VIP Members exemplify tenacity. They realize that in order... - June 12, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation Miami Branch Opening

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation Miami Branch Opening

Their next Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation branch location has opened in Miami, FL. - June 12, 2018 - Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Geraldine F. Fortes Honored as a Woman of Excellence and Industry Leader by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Geraldine F. Fortes Honored as a Woman of Excellence and Industry Leader by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Geraldine F. Fortes of New Bedford, Massachusetts has been honored as a Woman of Excellence and Industry Leader by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. This award recognizes women for... - June 12, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

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