Women in Business News
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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
Desirée Patno, NAWRB Founder and CEO, Selected as 2016 HousingWire Women of Influence
The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses (NAWRB) is proud to announce that Founder and CEO, Desirée Patno, has been selected as a 2016 HousingWire Women of Influence. Patno is one of only 43 women in the housing ecosystem honored with this award. This is the sixth year... - August 13, 2016 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
SanSal’s Advanced Tissue Cultures Grow to New Heights with First Harvest
CBD grower committed to purity over profits announces the first harvest originating from tissue cultures of high CBD whole hemp strains. - August 11, 2016 - SanSal
Breathe Financial Launches New Mortgage Brokerage and Offers Clients the Chance to Win a Trip for 2 to Paris
Breathe Financial Mortgages announced today that it is giving away a trip for 2 to Paris France to celebrate the opening of their new Mortgage Brokerage. This new division of Breathe Financial will give New Zealand residents the mortgage flexibility they're seeking by giving them access to... - August 09, 2016 - Breathe Financial
Rachel Chánes Achieves Board Certification in Medical Practice Management
Rachel Chánes, MBA, CMPE, Practice Administrator, Pima Dermatology, has earned the professional designation of Certified Medical Practice Executive (CMPE) by the American College of Medical Practice Executives (ACMPE), the certification entity of the Medical Group Management Association... - August 07, 2016 - Pima Dermatology
Jeanette Friedman Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Jeanette Friedman, of Austin, Texas, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Food and Beverage. In honor of her accomplishments and professionalism, Ms. Friedman's image was projected over Times Square, New York, on August 5th, 2016. - August 06, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Homes for Heroes® Affiliate Lender Specialist Kyra Sommerville Moore Gives Back to More Than 100 Local Heroes
Homes for Heroes honors Kyra Sommerville Moore of Urbandale, IA for serving 101 local heroes, providing over $55,000 in Hero Rewards® savings and earning the prestigious 100 Heroes Served Club award. - August 04, 2016 - Homes for Heroes
Homes for Heroes® Affiliate Real Estate Specialist Kim Roark Gives Back to More Than 100 Local Heroes
Homes for Heroes honors Kim Roark of Wichita Falls, TX for serving 114 local heroes, providing over $100,000 in Hero Rewards® savings and earning the prestigious 100 Heroes Served Club award. - August 04, 2016 - Homes for Heroes
Homes for Heroes® Affiliate Real Estate Specialist Gives Back to More Than 250 Local Heroes
Homes for Heroes honors Rowena Patton of Asheville, NC for serving over 253 local heroes, providing over $366,000 in Hero Rewards® savings and earning the prestigious 250 Heroes Served Club award. - August 04, 2016 - Homes for Heroes
E!’s "Famously Single" Host/Relationship Expert Dr. Darcy Sterling Wants to School You on Relationships
Dr. Darcy and wife, Stephanie Sterling, launch first-of-its-kind online course, Relationship Skills Boot Camp. - August 03, 2016 - Darcy Sterling
Lynn Doyle Joins PrivatePlus Mortgage Team
PrivatePlus Mortgage, a division of Private Bank of Buckhead & Decatur, has named Lynn Doyle as a Vice President and Mortgage Banker. “Having spent more than 30 years in the real estate and lending industry, Lynn is not only a great resource for first-time homebuyers, but she is also an... - August 03, 2016 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
Debra A. Murphy Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Debra A. Murphy, of St. Petersburg, Florida, 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 Healthcare IT Solutions. - August 03, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
ATELJÉ 71 - Comfort is the New Black
New York based, Swedish motivated Footwear brand ATELJÉ 71 takes a different approach to design. - August 02, 2016 - ATELJÉ 71
Terri A. Amerio-Bell Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Terri A. Amerio-Bell, of Modesto, California, has recently been honored as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements. - August 02, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Patricia Niles of Dallas, Texas Receives Award from Association of Organ Procurement Organizations
Patricia Niles recognized by Association of Organ Procurement Organizations for outstanding contributions to the Donation and Transplantation Community of Practice - July 30, 2016 - Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO)
Marilyn Pongonis of Columbus, Ohio Receives Communications Award from Organ Donation Association
Marilyn Pongonis was presented with the 2016 AOPO Reg Green Award for Excellence in Communications at the 33rd Annual Meeting of the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations. - July 30, 2016 - Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO)
Susan Gunderson of St. Paul, Minnesota Receives Achievement Award from Association of Organ Procurement Organizations
Susan Gunderson, chief executive officer and founder of LifeSource, recognized for contributions in support of the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations and its mission. - July 30, 2016 - Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO)
Maria Stadtler Joins Organ Donation Association Staff
The Association of Organ Procurement Organizations welcomes Maria Stadtler as education program administrator. - July 30, 2016 - Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO)
Professional of the Year, Elaine F. McConkey, Has Now Been Selected as a Roundtable Member for 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Elaine F. McConkey of Waldorf, Maryland, has been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Utility. She has now been selected as a Roundtable Member for 2016. - July 28, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Presenting the 2016 NAWRB Roaring Twenty Winners
The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses (NAWRB) is proud to announce their 2016 Roaring Twenty Award Winners. The NAWRB Roaring Twenty Awards honor strong, passionate women in the housing ecosystem. These women are trailblazers setting a new standard and paving the way for... - July 25, 2016 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
International Creativity for Social Change Event: The 2016 Creative Activist Virtual Summit, Hosted by Author & Activist Rae Luskin
Rae Luskin, author of the award-winning book "The Creative Activist," will be hosting The Creative Activist Virtual Summit from August 15th – 22nd, 2016. Featuring 24 expert guest speakers, the goals of this year’s summit are to provide practical tools, fresh ideas, and... - July 22, 2016 - The Winning Adventure
Pet Industry Business & Design Leader, Mona Straub, is a Finalist for the Women in the Pet Industry "Woman of the Year" Award
Mona Straub is an original. Mixing an uncanny ability to know what people, want with beautiful, handcrafted products for you and your pet has landed Straub as a finalist for the 2016 WIPIN Pet Industry “Woman of the Year” Award. Her brand, Just Fur Fun®, uses high quality bridal... - July 19, 2016 - Just Fur Fun
Stagedhomes.com Under New Ownership
Jennie Norris, ASPM®, IAHSP®-Premier, is the new President & CEO of Stagedhomes.com and the Chairperson for the International Association of Home Staging Professionals. She is joined in ownership with John Norris, Vice President, and Executive Directors, Sandra Holmes, Bette Vos, and Lyn Spaeth, who will provide training, program development and other special project support in order to grow the company. - July 17, 2016 - Stagedhomes.com
Mitsie B. Smith Recognized as a Woman of Excellence and a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mitsie B. Smith of Morgan Hill, California 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 in the field of commercial real estate. About Mitsie B. - July 16, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Patricia M. Rotondi Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Patricia M. Rotondi of Palatine, Illinois 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 accounting. About Patricia M. Rotondi Ms. Rotondi has over 26 years... - July 16, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Barbara McGuire Recognized as a VIP for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Barbara McGuire of Riverton, Wyoming has been recognized as a VIP for 2015 and 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of creative writing. About Barbara McGuire Ms. McGuire has over 50 years experience in the... - July 16, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Mortgage Industry’s Most Influential Women Revealed
55 Female mortgage professionals make up this year’s list of industry trailblazers. - July 16, 2016 - Key Media
GSF Mortgage Names Debbie Beier Chief Operating Officer
GSF Mortgage is pleased to name Debbie Beier as chief operating officer of GSF Mortgage. Previously the general manager, Beier will focus on making each department more efficient and break down the barriers between operations and sales. She will also work on increasing the service level standard at... - July 15, 2016 - GoGSF
Jody M. Deery Honored by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Jody M. Deery, of Rockford, Illinois, has recently been honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Leisure Sports and Recreation. - July 14, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Jorgenson Consulting Welcomes Dianne Reid as Managing Director
Jorgenson Consulting is proud to announce and welcome Dianne Reid as the company’s Managing Director of the New York City office. Reid will be responsible for business development, executive search and client management. - July 13, 2016 - Jorgenson Consulting, Inc.
Amy Stone Joins Atlanta-Based National Mortgage Company, PrivatePlus Mortgage
PrivatePlus Mortgage, a division of Private Bank of Buckhead & Decatur, has named Amy Stone as a Vice President and Mortgage Banker. With almost 20 years of experience in the mortgage lending industry, Stone believes that helping people is the greatest aspect of her job. - July 13, 2016 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
Global Facility Management & Construction Promotes Stacy Brown to Vice President, Strategic Planning
Global Facility Management & Construction is pleased to announce the promotion of Stacy Brown to Vice President, Strategic Planning. In her new role, Stacy will influence the direction of future business, including internal policies and procedures. Stacy has been with Global for 2 years and... - July 11, 2016 - Global Facility Management & Construction
Connecticut Artist Rita Paradis Accepted for 10th Time in the Colored Pencil Society's International Exhibition
While it is an accomplishment to be accepted into any art exhibition, multiple acceptances into national and international shows makes a rather strong point that an artist is a master of his or her craft. “Rita Paradis is a true master of colored pencil,” says Joan Pilarczyk, Director of Artsplace. - July 11, 2016 - ArtParadise
Eleven Women Complete 2015-16 2015-16 NAWBO Mentoring Program
A large economic impact was seen from mentee companies. - July 09, 2016 - NAWBO Phoenix