Women in Business News
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NAWRB to Presidential Candidates: What Are Your Plans Regarding the Oversight of Community and Local Banks?
The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses (NAWRB) would like to know presidential candidates’ plans regarding the oversight of community and local banks if they are elected. Compliance and regulations have enforced disproportionate strain and costs on small banks in recent... - October 14, 2016 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
Advanced Patient Advocacy Leader to Speak at the South Carolina HFMA Fall Institute
Advanced Patient Advocacy, LLC (APA) announced today that Abby Birch, Vice President of Client Development, will speak at the South Carolina Healthcare Financial Management’s (HFMA) Fall Institute on October 12th, 2016. Join Millennial, Abby Birch, and Baby Boomer, Patty Gentile of... - October 12, 2016 - Advanced Patient Advocacy, LLC
Honored Lifetime Member, Joyce L. Morrison, to be Recognized as Woman of the Month of November 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Joyce L. Morrison of St. Joseph, Missouri, has attained recognition in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for her achievements in the field of Animal Health. To commend her, she will be featured as Woman of the Month of November 2016. - October 12, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Young Female Entrepreneur’s Continued Curiosity Leads to Forbes Agency Council
Ida Abdalkhani's journey has taken her from the small town of Lima, Ohio, to backpacking adventures around the world, to creating a successful boutique consultancy that helps the world's largest global companies. Her breadth of experiences has led to her invitation to join Forbes Agency Council. - October 12, 2016 - Ability to Engage
Barbara R. Taber Has Been Named as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Top Female Executive
Barbara R. Taber, of Suffolk, Virginia, has recently been recognized as a Top Female Executive of Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Education. - October 11, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Susan A. Wright Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Susan A. Wright of Weatherford, Texas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the retail grocery field. About Susan A. Wright Ms. Wright is a Training and Implementation... - October 11, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Kimberly B. Meere, LMSW Recognized as a Women of Excellence and a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kimberly B. Meere, LMSW of Huntington, New York has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence and a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 10 years in the field of healthcare. About... - October 11, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Terri L. Hemerson, RN Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Terri L. Hemerson, RN of Cedar Rapids, Iowa has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 40 years in the field of healthcare. About Terri L. Hemerson, RN Ms. Hemerson... - October 08, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Tammy L. Freund Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Tammy L. Freund of Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 10 years in the field of funeral services for beloved pets. About Tammy L. - October 08, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Elaine G. Adevai Recognized as a Professional of the Year and a Top Executive for 2016 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Elaine G. Adevai of Staten Island, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year and a Top Executive for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 35 years in the field of nonprofit services. About Elaine G. - October 07, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Linda Babiak Named Construction Group Account Manager at New Day Underwriting Managers
Linda Babiak has been named an account manager within the Construction Group at New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading specialty intermediary of environmental and construction-related professional liability insurance coverages. She is responsible for providing detailed risk management and... - October 06, 2016 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Grand Opening of Park Lane Jewellery Niagara Falls Canada
Local Ontario business woman becomes Park Lane Jewellery Franchise Owner - October 06, 2016 - Park Lane Jewellery LTD
Pushdot Makes the Forbes' List of the Top 50 Startups to Watch in the UAE
Dubai-based Pushdot, an application owned by Nomadic Capital Limited, was ranked number 37 on Forbes Middle East’s top 50 startups in the UAE. The event hosted by Forbes this week recognized UAE’s most promising startups that have achieved remarkable success by developing their ideas... - October 05, 2016 - Nomadic
Documentary Film Sheds Light on Postpartum Depression for National Depression Awareness Month
The film that is striking a chord with mothers and health professionals nationwide takes the next step with a special illness screening options and tips for Depression Awareness Month this October. Produced by Fura Films. - October 05, 2016 - Fura Films
New Matching Golf Accessories Provide Fun and Fashion on the Golf Course
Michelle Schena, the owner of Elite Seats, today introduced her new line of golf shoe and accessory bags that match her KartMate golf cart seat pads. - October 05, 2016 - Elite Seats
Blo Drive - Mobile On-Demand Beauty Service Takes Los Angeles by Storm
Glam in the comfort of your home or office by a team of celebrity beauty professionals. You owe it to yourself! Download the greatest mobile beauty App now from your Apple Store or on Google Play. #BloDrive - October 03, 2016 - Blo Drive
Angela Simmons and The Glamatory Launch Lip A.R.T. Holiday Collection
Mimi Johnson, celebrity makeup artist and The Glamatory owner, has teamed up with style influencer and philanthropist, Angela Simmons, to create Lip A.R.T., a holiday collection of lipsticks. - September 29, 2016 - The Glamatory
Carmine, Designed for Women & New Drivers is the Newest Release from US Manufacturer ALSS - QuickTrick Alignment
QuickTrick Products has done it again.. With the release of Carmine, this company continues to meet the needs of the consumer community with informative products and inexpensive DIY knowledge. Empowering others and giving back to the community is a wildly important part of this company. - September 29, 2016 - QuickTrick - Alignment Simple Solutions
Savvy Ladies Announces 11th Annual Gala Honorees: Citi’s Suni Harford and MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle
Savvy Ladies, a non-profit organization providing personal finance education and resources for women to help them plan for the future, will honor Suni Harford and Stephanie Ruhle at the 11th Annual Savvy Ladies Benefit Gala. The Gala will be held on Thursday, October 20th at the famed Nasdaq... - September 26, 2016 - Savvy Ladies
Association Transforms Strategic Partnership Approach to Maximize Member Value
AMC Institute, the trade association for the association management company community redesigned its approach to strategic partnerships resulting in the selection of Association Headquarters, the AMC division of AH, to be its strategic management partner. The new alliance will allow AMCI to continue to build its value proposition for member firms and the associations they serve as well as extend the organization’s growing influence internationally. - September 23, 2016 - AMC Institute
Morrison Investigations Makes "Best Of Dallas" List for Private Investigators
Morrison Investigations, a Dallas Fort Worth based investigation company, was named one of the 19 best private investigation companies in Dallas by Expertise. More than 250 firms were reviewed as part of Expertise's research. Morrison Investigations is an all female investigation team based in... - September 21, 2016 - Morrison Investigations
Theresa Cheng, M.D, Ph.D./Neurosurgeon Recognized as a Professional of the Year and A Women of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Theresa Cheng, M.D., Ph.D./Neurosurgeon of Oshkosh, Wisconsin has been recognized as a Professional of the Year and a Woman of Excellence for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the field of... - September 20, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Rebekah Duron Wins 2016 SWL Marketer of the Year Award
Rebekah Duron wins 2016 SWL Marketer Of The Year at Vicki Irvin's, Extreme Women Entrepreneur's Event. She competes against other women entrepreneurs for this prestigious award. - September 20, 2016 - Rebekah Duron Int.
Psychiatric Help Available in Apex…. Insurance Welcome
Dr. Syeda Younus, Psychiatrist, now accepting appointments at Lifescapes Counseling Associates in Apex. - September 18, 2016 - Lifescapes Counseling Associates, PLLC
SBA Awards $50,000 Grant to AccelerateHER(TM) for Its Women's Business Accelerator, The JunipHER Project
The grant will be used to add new content and training modules for the virtual business accelerator. - September 16, 2016 - The JunipHER Project
Non Profit Founder Monica D. Hardwick Seeks Help to Create Jobs for My Digital Press Agent (#MyDPA)
Bay Area Studios Foundation Founder Monica D. Hardwick wants help from the public to create My Digital Press Agent freelance jobs and franchise opportunities. - September 14, 2016 - Bay Area Studios Foundation
Aunt Kitty’s Design to Participate in Luxury Celebrity Gift Lounge in Honor of the 2016 Primetime Emmys Nominees and Presenters
Entrepreneur, Kristin Sathe, of Aunt Kitty's Design, in association with The Artisan Group, will participate in the luxury celebrity gift lounge in honor of the 2016 Primetime Emmys Nominees and Presenters hosted by GBK Productions on September 16-17, 2016. - September 13, 2016 - Aunt Kitty's Design
After Serving More Than 1 Million Guests, Family Owned Triangle Barbecue Restaurants Change Hands
GMW Carolina, Triangle owner of three Dickey’s Barbecue Pit locations, has sold all locations to another local company. The husband and wife leadership team comment on family, giving back to the community, reflect on the past and the future of the company. - September 13, 2016 - GMW Carolina, Inc
Nussbaum Gillis & Dinner Funds Financial Needs Scholarship Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Arizona State University
Nussbaum Gillis & Dinner, a Scottsdale-based law firm, has pledged funds for a scholarship to assist students attending Arizona State University's Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. The scholarship will be available to students with unexpected financial needs during the school year. - September 12, 2016 - Nussbaum Gillis and Dinner
Japan Rice Peace Project Spotlights the Role of Rice in Food Action in New York
A fundamental building block of the Japanese diet, economy and way of life, rice also holds the key both to global sustenance as well as sustainable food practices around the world. The Rice Peace Project Seminar will explore the role that rice plays in Japanese society and how its uses are... - September 12, 2016 - Santos Marketing Group
The Great Junk Hunt is Heading to Boise, Idaho
One of America's Top 15 Flea Markets with nearly 100 booths all under one roof is coming to the Expo Idaho fairgrounds on September 23 & 24, 2016. It will be jammed packed with fabulous junk that top quality vendors have collected all summer. Vendors are juried to make sure they have the best of the best for all shoppers. Come see what all the fuss is about! - September 09, 2016 - FJS Productions
Rebekah Duron Releases High End Coaching, Consulting & Product Conversion Blueprint
Rebekah Duron releases her free conversion training to help entrepreneurs build a proven and tested conversion system to increase their profits. With her crafted, systematic approach to conversion, she is pushing the limits when it comes to conversion and helping so many other business owners take control of their businesses. - September 09, 2016 - Rebekah Duron Int.
Top NJ Personal Chef and Prominent Photographer Join Efforts for Food Photography & Style Company Fish.Eye Design
Two New Jersey entrepreneurs and best friends have set out to add new flavor to the world of photography. Chester-based Annie Herrmann and Long Valley Chef Natalie Lewis have launched a new company Fish.Eye Design, catering to those with businesses, big and small, who want to add some spice and life to their food photos. Fish.Eye Design’s services range from recipe concept and development, to comprehensive food styling and design, to editorial product and food photography. - September 08, 2016 - Fish.Eye Design
2016 Top 40 Under 40: Megan Gluth-Bohan - TRInternational, Inc., Seattle
Seattle Puget Sound Business Journal honors TRI's President and General Counsel, Mrs. Megan Gluth-Bohan, "40 Under 40" business leaders in the Seattle area. - September 07, 2016 - TRInternational, Inc.
HotelsPro Appointed New Managing Director
HotelsPro, a technology and reservation solutions provider for travel industry professionals and a brand of the world's leading travel and accommodation supplier MetGlobal Group of Companies, appointed a New Managing Director. Assigned in senior finance executive roles at the leading companies of... - September 01, 2016 - HotelsPro
My Road to Fashion 2016 Sira D' Pion Runway Fashion Show
Florida based wedding dress designer Sira D' Pion showcasing spectacular gowns filled with dreams and inspiration, announcing her fashion training school for all young girls who dream of being a fashion designer. Sira D’ Pion is freely opening her studio to train young girls to achieve a successful career. - August 31, 2016 - Bridal & Formal By Sira D' Pion
Louise H. McGrew Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Louise H. McGrew of Pixley, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Louise H. McGrew Mrs. McGrew has over 46 years of experience... - August 31, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Step Into Fall with Orianne Collins Jewelry Collection
Timeless Luxury Jewelry Pieces. - August 28, 2016 - Orianne Collins Jewelry
New Day Underwriting Managers Names Cara Giquinto as Senior Account Manager in Real Estate Group
New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading specialty intermediary of environmental and construction-related professional liability insurance coverages, has named Cara Giquinto as a senior account manager in the Real Estate Group. She will work directly with New Day’s broad national client... - August 25, 2016 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals 2016 Professional of the Year, Dr. Susan J. Littman, is Now Slated to be the 2017 Professional of the Year
Dr. Susan J. Littman of Ambler, Pennsylvania was selected as Professional of the Year 2016 in Oncology by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals. America’s Registry is proud to honor her as Professional of the Year 2017 in Oncology. - August 25, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
100 Years of Canadian Women’s Right to Vote: BPW Canada Centennial Gala Recognized 100 Organizations That Empower Women
The Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW Canada) hosted a Centennial Gala during their 45th Biennial Convention to pay tribute to 100 women’s organizations from across the country to celebrate a Canadian milestone, the Centennial Year of Women’s Suffrage. Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, The Honourable Lois Mitchell was the keynote speaker and Minister of Status of Women Honourable Stephanie McLean delivered remarks to leaders from government, business, and civil society. - August 25, 2016 - BPW Canada
NAWRB Adds Three New Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council Members
The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses (NAWRB) is proud to announce their newest Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council (NDILC) members Min Alexander, Senior Vice President of Real Estate Services, Altisource; Tami Bonnell, CEO, EXIT Realty Corp. International; and Melanie... - August 25, 2016 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
Honored Lifetime Member, Lori Bigelow, Has Been Scheduled as Bio of the Month of July 2017 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Lori Bigelow of Wilton, Connecticut, an honored Lifetime Member of America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals, will be featured as Bio of the Month of July 2017 for her exemplary career in the tea industry. - August 24, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Simplified Tracking Makes It Easy for Marketers to Report Campaign Effectiveness
A new SAAS solution, CampaignTrackly.com, automates campaign tracking to make it easy to measure the success of campaigns and provide critical feedback to marketers. - August 22, 2016 - Leafwire Digital
Beyond Spots & Dots Ranks on Inc. 5000 List for Fourth Time in Agency’s Ten-Year History
Pittsburgh advertising agency, Beyond Spots & Dots has been recognized nationally by Inc. magazine. - August 20, 2016 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.
Kathleen Laney Honored as One of Parking Industry’s Most Influential Young Professionals
The National Parking Association (NPA) has selected Laney Solutions’ Kathleen Laney, President, as a part of its 2016 40 Under 40 class of young professionals and up-and-coming leaders in the parking industry. Ms. Laney and the other chosen individuals, representing multiple sectors of the parking industry, will be inducted into the awards program at the NPA 2016 Convention & Expo on September 20 in Atlanta, GA. - August 19, 2016 - Kathleen Laney
Diane Leone-Award Winning Design, Attends VIP Red Carpet Tour at Las Vegas Furniture Market
1 of 26 invited to attend the VIP Sponsored Event. Las Vegas Furniture Market, held twice a year, invited 26 to attend their VIP Red Carpet Tour led by Soft Lab Design, Deb Barrett & Jackie Von Tobel. 26 designers and seamstresses experienced grand opening events, VIP receptions and custom tours of showrooms and new offerings. - August 19, 2016 - Diane Leone
Myra J. Borshoff Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Myra J. Borshoff of Martinsville, Indiana has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of media and public relations. About Myra J. Borshoff Ms. Borshoff has over... - August 18, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Forget the Diamonds: a Beautiful Smile is Your Best Accessory Finds The American Association of Orthodontists
Confidence and Quality of Life Improved by Orthodontic Treatment, Say Doctors and Researchers. - August 17, 2016 - Curium
Studying Information Warfare Leads Independent Information Researcher to Launch Information Brokerage Firm Chess Research LLC
It was first at the Ekstorm library on the University of Louisville campus that then Political Science Major, Rhonda Johnson realized that she found great comfort with conducting primary and second research in the library. “One time I had to retrieve a document for an Anthropology class and I... - August 16, 2016 - Chess Research LLC