Women in Business News
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Red Carpet Event Will Unite Hispanic Celebrities Who Support Ya Basta – a Non-Profit Created to Bring Awareness to Abuse Against Women in Latin Communities
History was made by a group of Hispanic celebrities who came together for Ya Basta, a nonprofit organization founded by TV & Radio personality and host Jenny Patrizia, to film the first ever PSA on abuse against women in the Latin community. - October 13, 2015 - Ya Basta
Best Selling Author, Yolanda Lewis to Host the Next Level Up Day Party Event in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, October 17, 2015 from 1pm to 4pm
Atlanta's Women in Business Day Party. - October 13, 2015 - Extreme Overflow Enterprises, Inc
The MCS Group, Inc. Launches New Website
The MCS Group, Inc., a national provider of outsourcing solutions, has launched a completely redesigned corporate website, providing a more engaging user experience with enhanced search and navigation as well as on-page forms, and a more user-friendly interface. - October 12, 2015 - The MCS Group, Inc.
In Touch Entertainment Studios and Consultation Services Announces Ashley Martin's Extravagant Branding Tour
Vibrant and Sensual Vocalist, Beauty Model, and Media Producer, Ashley Martin is currently making her way to gaining national recognition. Her mission is to gain leading representation, become an ambassador for labels, and products, as well as to have her music influence the masses. - October 09, 2015 - In Touch Entertainment Studios & Consultation Services
Sandy Hennum Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2015
Sandy Hennum of Bemidji, Minnesota has recently been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2015 for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Family Support Services. - October 08, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Annie Corrine Bailey as a 2015 Roundtable Member
Annie Corrine Bailey, of Fairbanks, Alaska, has recently been honored with induction to the Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2015 Roundtable for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Real Estate Construction. - October 07, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Stephanie A. Kuhn, CPA, CIA as a Professional of the Year
Stephanie A. Kuhn, of Winter Park, Florida, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Accounting and Auditing Services. - October 07, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Silicon Valley Women's Leadership Incubator Launch
The CLUB Silicon Valley announces the formal launch of the CLUB Incubator, a women’s leadership advocacy program. - October 07, 2015 - The CLUB SV
Local REALTOR® Achieves National Recognition
Kimberly McRae with Keller Williams Realty Ballantyne Area has been awarded the Accredited Buyer’s Representation (ABRâ) designation by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council. (REBAC) of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS (NAR). Kimberly McRae joins more than 30,000 real estate... - October 04, 2015 - The Kimberly McRae Group
KOSBE and Holston International Training and Consulting Team Up to Help Women Defend Themselves Against Violent Attacks
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Corporate & Workplace Violence Prevention for Women Business Owners, Female Executives & Employees on Friday, October 23, 8 AM-2 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the... - October 04, 2015 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Amaryllo Introduces iCare FHD, the First Urgent Home Care Camera Based on WebRTC
With one click, iCare FHD sends urgent snapshots to your loved ones anywhere, anytime. iCare FHD is the first DIY urgent home care camera featuring innovative face alert, video alert, and 365-day cloud storage. - October 03, 2015 - Amaryllo Inc.
RED Teaser Official by Nandita Singgha Dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi
Hollywood movie RED Teaser Official release by Nandita Singgha dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. A movie dedicated to Crime Journalism worldwide. - October 02, 2015 - Nandita Singgha
Unique Pink Golf Cart Seat Pad Promotes Fund Raising for Breast Cancer
Michelle Schena, the owner of Elite Seats, a woman owned company in Plaistow NH, that manufactures golf cart seat pads, today announced that the Play-For-Pink tournament held at the Haverhill Country Club, Haverhill, Massachusetts, that she co-chaired, raised more than $30,000 for breast cancer... - October 02, 2015 - Elite Seats
Home Inventory Professional Achieves Certification
The National Inventory Certification Association congratulates Zionsville, Indiana, business owner on achieving designation as a Certified Inventory Specialist. - October 02, 2015 - National Inventory Certification Association
CEO Lauryn Blank & Global Facility Management & Construction Recognized on Inc. America’s 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Led Companies
Inc. magazine ranked Lauryn Blank of Global Facility Management and Construction NO. 28 on its Impact 50-fastest-growing women-led companies. The list represents the most comprehensive look at one of the most important segments of the economy - women entrepreneurs. The Inc. Impact 50 measures... - October 01, 2015 - Global Facility Management & Construction
Lantern Three Approved as Registered Education Provider by Project Management Institute
Lantern Three announced today that the Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s largest project management member association, has named it as a Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.). R.E.P.s are organizations that have been approved by PMI to help project managers achieve and maintain their professional credentials. - October 01, 2015 - Lantern Three LLC
Liberti Kickstarter Cancelled - But They're Not Giving Up on Jobs for Refugees
The Liberti Kickstarter campaign for resettled refugees was cancelled with just 48 hours to go, but they're "not giving up on it.” Liberti has earned just $23,705 of the $68,000 goal, and had less than 48 hours remaining on their Kickstarter campaign. - October 01, 2015 - Liberti
Louise Brodnitz is Selected as AFG Group’s Historic Preservation Architect
AFG Group has selected Louise Brodnitz as Senior Historic Preservation Architect to support the CM Team on the St. Elizabeths Consolidation Project, in Washington, DC. As the onsite subject matter expert, Ms. Brodnitz will advise on preservation issues related to the historic buildings and... - October 01, 2015 - AFG Group, Inc.
Magnify Signs Celebrates Anniversary
Denver based Magnify Signs Celebrates Anniversary with a great year of solid growth. Owners, Kelly and Tim Root thank customers, "We appreciate our clients trusting us to deliver high quality products, at a reasonable price. It has been our privilege to do business with such amazing customers. - September 30, 2015 - Magnify Signs
Austin Area Real Estate Expert, Cyndi Cummings, Chosen as a Featured Panelist at the Seniors Real Estate Institute's First Annual Legacy Conference
The Seniors Real Estate Institute’s First Annual Legacy Conference, scheduled for Oct. 7-8, 2015 in Grapevine, Texas, represents the first-ever nationwide event designed to empower REALTORS® who serve seniors with a greater passion, purpose and plan for growing their businesses, while providing an often unmet need within families and communities. - September 29, 2015 - Cummings Realty
"Free Mammograms for the Fans" Back by Popular Demand in Vegas; Making Inaugural Appearance in Dallas
Race car driver Alexis DeJoria, pilot of the Patrón NHRA Funny Car, is bringing a "mammovan" out to NHRA drag racing events and offering free mammograms to female fans, regardless of health insurance status. Hi Res images of DeJoria's pink race car are available upon request. - September 28, 2015 - Alexis DeJoria Racing
Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema to Address Women Business Owners on Gender Equality Oct. 14
Attendees also will get updates about legislation currently being reviewed and supported by National NAWBO. - September 27, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
Diana Rodriguez-Zaba Graduates from Crain’s Leadership Academy’s Inaugural Class
When Diana Rodriguez-Zaba began her business, ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba 5 years ago in an office the size of a closet, she had big dreams. This ambitious Chicago native is one of the largest franchise owners in Illinois a recent graduate of this fall’s inaugural class of Crain’s Leadership Academy, a division of Crain’s Chicago Business along with 43 other senior leaders. - September 25, 2015 - ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba
Teen Success Inc. Celebrates the Accomplishments of Central Valley Teen Moms
Teen mothers share their stories and their successes with supporters and members of the Fresno community during the Open House at Fresno Barrios Unidos on Wednesday, September 30th. - September 25, 2015 - Teen Success
Global Platform Enables Professional Experts to Consult Online
Gilvah is an international online consulting solution for consultants, coaches, trainers, therapists, nutritionists and others, enabling them to take online bookings and attract new clients. - September 24, 2015 - Gilvah
Lisa A. Douthit Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Lisa A. Douthit of Odessa, Missouri has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Lisa A. Douthit Ms. Douthit has over 4 years experience in the healthcare field. She is the Owner... - September 23, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Arizona Family Florist Supports Hispanic Women's Corporation's 2015 Scholarship Benefit Luncheon
Arizona Family Florist is proud to provide 150 table centerpieces for HWC's Scholarship Luncheon, benefiting young Arizonan Latinos as they strive to achieve higher education and socioeconomic success. The luncheon takes place Friday September 25 at the Phoenix Convention Center. - September 23, 2015 - Arizona Family Florist
Marriage of Science and Marketing Makes Beautiful Skin Affordable
RxGenesys blends high-end stem cell tech with smart distribution and devoted customers to bring celebrity beauty secrets to real women -- on a budget. Less than three minutes and $1.50 a day visibly improve the skin’s appearance. When Sports Illustrated goddess Paulina Porizkova burst onto... - September 21, 2015 - RxGenesys
Miami-Based RxGenesys, LLC Raises 4 Million in Series B Funding
With funding and proven results, RxGenesys has partnered with marketing mogul and Shark Tank celebrity Kevin Harrington, who will spearhead the company’s Direct Response Campaign. “I’ve seen a lot of products and a lot of business plans, I joined the RxGenesys initiative because a direct response strategy using a prestige product like this is fresh and absolutely ideal to capture the growing market for products that look and feel like a celebrity insider secret,” Harrington said. - September 21, 2015 - RxGenesys
Women Business Owners Are the Future of Incubators and Entrepreneurial Growth Says Empowered Lab
Empowered Lab Communications Owner Kristin Slice says organizations that provide business resources must evolve to be more effective. - September 20, 2015 - Empowered Lab Communications
AFG Group Awarded 2-Year Construction Management Contract by GSA NCR Region
AFG Group, Inc. was recently awarded a 2-year construction management contract for CM support services to the Sidney Yates Exterior Restoration Project in Washington, DC. - September 19, 2015 - AFG Group, Inc.
Honored VIP Member, Shelley L. Johnson Has Been Selected by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as a Roundtable Member for 2016
Shelley L. Johnson of Lacey, Washington has attained recognition in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as a lifetime VIP member for her achievement and accomplishments in Healthcare and IT Solutions. She has now been selected as a Roundtable member for 2016. - September 18, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Grazina R. Vižinas Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals has recognized Grazina R. Vižinas for her accomplishments in the field of Medical Administration. Based on her achievements, she has been selected as Professional of the Year 2015. - September 18, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Seasoned Banker Added to Private Bank of Buckhead Team
Private Bank of Buckhead, which includes Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage, has added Marietta resident Karen B. Smith as a Senior Lender. She is based out of Buckhead and will serve clients in Cobb County and across the metro area. - September 17, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Sophie Franken Named President of OnPoint Manufacturing, Inc.
OnPoint Manufacturing, Inc., a Performance HealthCare Products, Inc. company, today announced the appointment of Sophie Franken as President. Ms. Franken has been the Vice President of the company since August 2014. Her additional responsibilities are effective immediately. “Sophie has... - September 16, 2015 - OnPoint Manufacturing
Women’s Only Fitness Studio Makes Splash at Lakeside Park
An all new fitness studio has arrived in Wakefield MA, bringing women a variety of group exercise classes that are fun, affordable, and effective. - September 16, 2015 - Fitness Balanced LLC
Bright Smiles Family Dentistry Announces Board Appointment of Dr. Joan Malcolm
Bright Smiles Family Dentistry is pleased to announce Dr. Joan Malcolm has been appointed to the National Advisory Council (NAC) on the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NAC is described on NHSC’s website as "committed to effectively implementing its mandate to advise the... - September 16, 2015 - Bright Smiles Family Dentistry, LLC.
"Stop Renting Start Saving" - by Sonja Skye Now Available
New book helps investors and renters enter booming housing market - September 16, 2015 - Sonja Skye
Trade Show Emporium: Denver's Premier Trade Show Company Offers Free Seminars and Showroom Appointments
Trade Show Emporium has built a strong legacy on customer service and quality products, which is why they have become a staple in the community of Denver over the last 8 years. Now they have even more to offer with free upcoming seminars, a showroom where clients can preview products before purchase, and free consultation services for anyone who wants to visit and discuss ideas. TSE has built loyal clients all across the United States, and these new additions will only strengthen the product. - September 16, 2015 - Trade Show Emporium
Women Investing in Women DIGITAL Holds a Full House in New York City
Inaugural Powerhouse Networking Lounge (P&L) was focused on bringing together leading executives, entrepreneurs, and investors committed to connecting high-powered women with high-powered capital, and common industry connections delivered in a collaborative, effective and fun new-networking kind of way. Plans are now underway for WIIW DIGITAL P&L's in Beverly Hills, San Francisco, San Diego, Tijuana, and Scottsdale. - September 16, 2015 - Ladies Who Brand
Refugee Crisis: Incentivize Companies to Create Jobs and Welcome More Refugees in America.
Liberti’s home state of Colorado embraces thousands of newly resettled refugees every year, and Liberti is an example of the importance that each state has to actively support social enterprises. Help carry the torch to empower lives with a socially responsible business that not only provides a living wage, but also a chance to share in the profits. - September 11, 2015 - Liberti
NAWRB Brings Women to the Forefront of the Historic Diversity and Inclusion Movement
Last month, the National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses (NAWRB) held its 2nd Annual Conference in Long Beach, CA seeking newfound ways of connecting resources and sharing best practices across women’s platforms while bringing women’s diversity and inclusion (D&I) to... - September 11, 2015 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
Activist Named to Lead Trinidad Colorado Newspaper
A hippie owned Publishing Company and a social activist unite to enhance lifestyles and the economy in Trinidad Colorado. - September 10, 2015 - The Trinidad Peak and Rag
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Denise Campbell as a VIP Member
Denise Campbell, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, has recently been recognized as a VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Physical Therapy. - September 09, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Lyse W. Moreau Has Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year (2015)
Lyse W. Moreau of Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada has been selected as Professional of the Year 2015 in Apparel by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals. Her distinguished career in the apparel industry has qualified her for this honor. - September 09, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
The Springboard Consultancy Becomes a Member of WISE
The Springboard Consultancy (SBC), a UK-based international training company specialising in addressing women's development issues, has become a member of WISE. Following the Finniston Report on the future of engineering in the UK, collaboration between the Engineering Council and the Equal... - September 09, 2015 - The Springboard Consultancy
Lauren Gaige of Restored 316 Launches Pink & Press, a Feminine WordPress Theme Marketplace
Lauren Gaige at Restored 316 LLC today announced the launch of a brand new Feminine WordPress Theme Marketplace. The new Marketplace called Pink & Press appeals to the feminine only market offering a variety of premium theme choices. Customers will be backed by the Pink & Press Promise that assures the quality code and support of each theme made available. - September 08, 2015 - Pink & Press
Wildflower Group Hosts National Celebration of Women in Bloom
National Celebration of Women in Bloom celebrates women navigating divorce and widowhood. Laugh, learn, and be inspired as they honor women everywhere who are thriving following their experience. - September 04, 2015 - Wildflower Group of Kentucky
National Association of Distinguished Professionals Selects Abby Marks Beale as a Distinguished Professional in Her Fields
Abby Marks Beale is featured in the latest edition of the NADP Women of Distinction Magazine - September 04, 2015 - Rev It Up Reading
Wyvonne L. Sitgraves Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Wyvonne L. Sitgraves of Hampton, Virginia has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Wyvonne L. Sitgraves Ms. Sitgraves has over 30 years experience in the education field. As a... - September 03, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide