Women in Business News
Check out breaking news in the area of women-owned businesses. Learn about new appointments, leaders, awards, women-based initiatives and female-focused products and services that celebrate and acknowledge the burgeoning role of women in business.
Fourteen Women Complete NAWBO Mentoring Program
Women who have completed NAWBO's mentoring program over the past two years have made a large economic impact. - July 03, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
Coral Gables Asset Management Appoints Ms. Elizabeth Fugler as Director of Business Development and Client Service
Coral Gables Asset Management has hired Ms. Elizabeth Fugler as CGAM’s Director of Business Development and Client Service. In her new role, Elizabeth has senior responsibility for the firm’s business development and client service group. She brings over 15 years of experience in... - July 02, 2015 - Coral Gables Asset Management
Professional of the Year 2014, Susan J. Littman, Has Now Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2015
Dr. Susan J. Littman of Ambler, Pennsylvania was selected as Professional of the Year 2014 in Oncology by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals and has now been selected as Professional of the Year 2015 in Oncology. - July 01, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Applications Now Being Accepted for Think Big Workshop, a Mastermind Group for Business Professionals. The Group Helps Solve Difficult Business Issues.
The group members meet on a regular schedule to discuss and solve challenges presented by the other members of the group. A mastermind group is a very effective method of problem solving. - July 01, 2015 - Premier Services Inc.
Educational News for Skin: Pure Collagen Fibre Can Reduce Under-Eye Wrinkles or Circles in as Little as 15 Minutes
Women and men can now have their under-eye wrinkles, puffiness or dark circles look lighter - and younger - for special occasions. This all-day beneficial result is due to 100% freeze-dried Collagen Fibre Eye Pads, now available to the general public. The Collagen Fibre Eye Pads, from Reviva... - June 30, 2015 - Reviva Labs
Star Jones to Co-Host, Serve as "Flight Attendant" and Present Keynote Speech During She Takes Flight, Sept. 23-27, Riviera Maya, Mexico
She Takes Flight is a leadership and empowerment retreat geared to today’s leading community of women, entrepreneurs, executives and busy moms. - June 30, 2015 - She Takes Flight
Women Grow Atlanta Welcomes Charlo Greene and Rep. Allen Peake for Cannabis Industry Event on July 7
Leading GA activist, legislator to headline community education event for women leaders in Atlanta medical cannabis industry. - June 29, 2015 - Agents Alliance
NAWBO Phoenix Installs New Board of Directors for 2015-16
New officers for the National Association of Women Business Owners, Phoenix Chapter, begin their term on July 1. - June 26, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
Indy Women Fitness 2015 — National Institute for Fitness and Sport and Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training Bring a Day of Fitness to Indy Women
The National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) and Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (IFAST) is pleased to partner together for the Indy Women Fitness 2015. - June 25, 2015 - NIFS
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Maryellen Douglass Van Royen
Maryellen Douglass Van Royen, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 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 Hospitality Sales and Marketing. - June 24, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
CHARITY & WEISS International Realty Welcomes Cindy Furtado as New Buyer's Agent
Cindy Furtado, a seasoned Sarasota Realtor joined CHARITY & WEISS International Realty as a Buyer's Agent. Cindy is specialized exclusively in providing excellent service to Buyers. - June 24, 2015 - Charity & Weiss International Realty LLC
AFG Group Appoints Selena Lo as Market Sector Business Leader
AFG Group, Inc. announces the appointment of Selena Lo as Business and Client Liaison Leader for their Health, Research and Education markets. - June 23, 2015 - AFG Group, Inc.
St Louis Start-Up Scoville & Company Receives 2015 Arch Grant, Launches First Product: Pacidose Infant Medication Dispenser
Scoville & Company, a woman & veteran owned St Louis, Mo. based consumer product start-up invents and recruits innovative medical devices for the home, including Pacidose, a liquid medicine dispenser for infants that feels just like a pacifier but has a narrow tube down the center allowing for liquid medication delivery to infants. The company was founded by Dr. Agnes Scoville, MD, an ER doctor and US Navy veteran who served in Iraq. - June 22, 2015 - Scoville & Company
NAWBO Phoenix Presents Annual Desert Diamonds Awards
Annual Desert Diamonds Award ceremony also kicks off 30th anniversary for NAWBO Phoenix Metro. - June 19, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
Teen Mothers Defying the Odds
Seven teen mothers received college scholarships at an event held in Menlo Park earlier this spring. The keynote address was delivered by Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge and former teen mom Teresa Guerrero-Daley. Judge Guerrero-Daley shared her own remarkable story from teen mom and high school dropout to being the first Latina elected to the Santa Clara County Superior Court. - June 18, 2015 - Teen Success
Learn to "Harness the Power of Success" at July 8 NAWBO Meeting
NAWBO University preceding the luncheon meeting will focus on the organization's mentoring program. - June 18, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
2015 Phenomenal Women Conference
DeLores Pressley will be honored at the 2015 Phenomenal Woman Conference being held at Hear the Word Ministries, 6825 Wales Rd NW, Canton, OH. The conference celebrates women who have made a phenomenal impact in the lives of others and their communities. The ceremony, held on June 27, 2015 from... - June 18, 2015 - DeLores Pressley Worldwide
Female Plumber Makes Smart Move to Join Team
Amy Eddleston leaves her plumbing job behind to join the Trojan Utilities smart meter engineering team, and becomes the second female engineer to work with the firm. Fulfilling the nation’s energy revolution to switch to smarter energy usage and monitoring Amy is responsible for installing... - June 18, 2015 - Trojan Utilities
Professional of the Year 2015, Lori Bigelow, Now Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2016
Lori Bigelow of Wilton, Connecticut was recently recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2015 for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Tea Manufacturing. She has now been selected as a Professional of the Year 2016. - June 17, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Fashion District Salon Makeover: California Market Center’s Hair Etcetra to Join Forces with Cutting Edge Twist Salon One Floor Away (July 1)
On July 1, stylist to Fashion Industry celebs in the California Market Center, Connie Moran, will close the doors of her 38-year old Hair Etcetra and rebirth the glam salon one floor down amid the cutting edge synergy of Twist by Oliver. - June 16, 2015 - Hair Etcetra
Sugar Daddy-Sugar Baby Lifestyle Expert Taylor B. Jones Teams Up with Dating and Sex Coach Alan Roger Currie
Can women be taught how to become a better "Sugar Baby?" Two African-American Dating and Lifestyle Coaches offer mentoring and training for women interested in becoming a highly sought-after Sugar Baby who will be able to attract the attention, companionship, and financial generosity of older men commonly referred to as "Sugar Daddies." - June 16, 2015 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
elements group Acquires American Spa Company
Miami-based elements group expands spa and leisure holdings; Industry Veteran Renata de Abreu named Executive Director. - June 13, 2015 - elements®
New Mary Chia Slimming Pass Launches on Bello2
Using Mary Chia’s cutting-edge technologies and professional team, the treatment consists of Body Composition Assessment, VibeFit Therapy, Air Pressure Lift & Firm, Silhouette Sculpt Body Wrap and Thermal Detox Therapy and last approximately an hour. Customers can expect this procedure to improve blood circulation, enhance silhouette figures, accelerate fat burning and flush excess water from the system. Customers are entitled to a Slimming Pass and a RM50 Cash Voucher worth RM2,800 at RM88. - June 11, 2015 - OZURA FIRSTLOGIX SDN BHD
New Fangirl Mystery Box Launches: By Women, for Women
Two 22-year-old college friends have launched a new service designed to give female pop culture fans a monthly gift box that celebrates their favorite TV shows, videogames, movies and books. - June 11, 2015 - FanMail
Two Women Receive Scholarships for NAWBO
The Women's Enterprise Foundation awarded two one-year memberships to the National Association of Women Business Owners, Phoenix Chapter. - June 11, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
A Winning Season for Olen Cosmetics Corporation
The Manitoba-based, WEConnect International certified company is nominated for two prestigious entrepreneur awards. - June 09, 2015 - Olen Cosmetics Corporation
Home Staging Master Wins SC Regional Design Award
Master Accredited Staging Professional® Joan Inglis has been recognized for model home merchandising from Builders Industry Association of Central South Carolina, having recently won a Regal Award for Best Interior Merchandising. - June 05, 2015 - Carolina Spaces, LLC
Chain Store Age Names Robin Baskin-Ladner of Global Facility Management and Construction, Inc. to SPECS/2016 Advisory Board
Chain Store Age magazine announced that Robin Baskin-Ladner, Vice President, Sales & Marketing at Global Facility Management and Construction, Inc. has been named a member of the 2016 Advisory Board to SPECS, an annual event attended by retail and food-service corporate executives involved in... - June 04, 2015 - Global Facility Management & Construction
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Janell K. Rosenberg
Janell K. Rosenberg, of Reno, Nevada, 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 Travel. - June 04, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
NAWBO Adds "sparXX" to ASU Event Honoring Women Leaders
Seven members of the National Association of Women Business Owners, Phoenix Chapter, were honored for contributions to women's entrepreneurship programs and being successful businesswomen themselves. - June 04, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
Desiree L. Strong Joins Gordon Sykes as Partner
Gordon Sykes, LLP is a Fort Worth, Texas based law firm which is pleased to announce Desiree L. Strong has joined as Partner. - June 03, 2015 - Gordon Sykes, LLP
Pam Older Designs Opens in Downtown Newburyport Handcrafted Jewelry, Bedding and More
Pam Older Designs original handcrafted jewelry has opened in the heart of Newburyport, MA. Pam’s passions are on display in her historic and elegant brick shop located at 42 Merrimac Street. Pam’s handcrafted jewelry has been featured in Oprah magazine, and, since she started her... - May 31, 2015 - Pam Older Designs
Elaine F. McConkey Has Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Woman of the Month of May, 2015
Elaine F. McConkey of Waldorf, Maryland, has been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Woman of the Month of May, 2015 for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Utility. - May 30, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
NAWBO Phoenix to Honor Members with Awards on June 10
Desert Diamonds Awards will be presented in six different categories. - May 30, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
Huge Circulated Nat’l Publication Promotes New Reviva Lab’s Cream
One of America’s largest paid circulated publications has selected Reviva Lab’s, Haddonfield, N.J., to provide to some of its readers a cream that can help lessen deep “nasolabial fold” wrinkles, aging lines at sides of nose to mouth. The publication is the “National... - May 29, 2015 - Reviva Labs
Edmond Business, Noah’s Park & Playgrounds, Featured in Google’s Annual Economic Impact Report
Local Business Serves as Example of a Business Succeeding with the Help of the Internet - May 29, 2015 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Global Promotional Product Organization Elects Supervisory Board
IGC Global Promotions NV (IGC), the first single-source global promotional product company, announces the election of the new board at the corporate meeting held in Hong Kong. Michael Emoff, Chairman of USA’s Shumsky Promotional, was re-elected to Chairman of the Supervisory Board. Other... - May 29, 2015 - Shumsky
Entrepreneurial Spirit Program (E$P) Seminar Series to Begin June 3 for Women Who Want to Start Their Own Business
Local business leaders lend their expertise and Dress for Success SW Florida graduates inspire - May 29, 2015 - CONRIC PR & Marketing
Sharon Lechter, Co-Author of "Rich Dad" Brand, Joins iGrad’s Panel of Financial Literacy Experts
The international bestselling author teamed up with iGrad to author the financial literacy curriculum, Your Financial Mastery, winner of the 2015 Excellence in Financial Literacy Education Award (EIFLE) from the Institute for Financial Literacy. - May 28, 2015 - iGrad
Sandra L. Marshall Honored as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Professional of the Year
Sandra L. Marshall, of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, has recently been honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Corporate Secretarial Services. - May 27, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Carol Sankar Presents Women & Confidence at TEDx
The Confidence Factor for Women in Leadership creates a SPARK at TEDx. - May 25, 2015 - CSE
Nancy Matter Motorsports Dedicates Racing Endeavors to Chris Kyle - Guardian for Heroes Foundations
When Nancy Matter flipped the calendar over for the start of 2015, little did she realize the events that were about to unfold for the upcoming race season. After a most successful return to the Alcohol Funny Car wars in 2014 from an almost six year layoff, Nancy and the NTX Diesel crew were... - May 23, 2015 - Nancy Matter Racing
Realty411 Expos Raise Industry Awareness and Donations for Charities Across the Nation
In 2014, Realty411 reached more real estate investors and industry professionals in the nation than any other realty investing print publication in the country serving the individual investor. The publication hosted numerous live expos in five states and throughout California, as well as in cities in Arizona, Nevada, Indiana, Georgia, Texas and New York. - May 22, 2015 - Realty411 Magazine
Matter Introduces Rusty Beagle as Associate Sponsor
Nancy Matter Motorsports welcomes the Rusty Beagle Sports Grill as their new associate partnership on the Chris Kyle - Guardian for Heroes / NTX Diesel Monte Carlo Top Alcohol Funny Car for the remainder of the 2015 racing season. "Rusty Carlock was the Founder of 'The Beagle' as we call... - May 22, 2015 - Nancy Matter Racing
HR Pro Added at Private Bank of Buckhead
rivate Bank of Buckhead, which includes Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage, has added Karen E. Neely, SHRM-CP, as Senior Vice President and Human Resources Director. Neely is the bank’s first full-time HR professional; since its inception in late 2006, it has grown from nine employees to more than 80. - May 22, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
AFG Group, Inc. Appoints 2 Vice Presidents
AFG Group. Inc., a leading construction, program and relocation management services firm has elevated Kenneth J. Reese and Paul M. Szmurlo to the positions of Vice Presidents, as each has made significant individual strides towards AFG’s continued growth and profitability. As Project... - May 22, 2015 - AFG Group, Inc.
Businesswoman Rayna Wallen Creates She Takes Flight - Sept. 23-27, Riviera Maya, Mexico
Businesswomen, does your Superwoman cape look tattered? She Takes Flight is the answer to restoring your luster. This leadership and empowerment retreat geared to today’s leading community of women, entrepreneurs, executives and busy moms is set for Sept. 23-27 in Riviera Maya, Mexico. - May 22, 2015 - She Takes Flight
2nd Annual Maryland Military and Veteran Women Business Conference
The 2nd Annual Maryland Military and Veteran Women Business Conference will take place on Thursday, June 18th, 2015 from 8AM to 3PM at Morgan State University in the University Student Center. This year's theme is "Expanding Entrepreneurship Opportunities within the Ranks." The conference... - May 21, 2015 - DPN Group, LLC
True Stories-with a Twist-Told Live Without Notes in Unique Port Jefferson Show
Comedy, heart and authenticity are onstage with 4 creative storytellers telling a compelling personal story in the Saturday, June 20 2015 performance of (mostly) TRUE THINGS, at Performing Arts Studio, 224 E. Main St., Port Jefferson, NY, at 7 pm. (mostly) TRUE THINGS features true stories - with a... - May 20, 2015 - Lifestage, Inc
Reviva Labs Breakthrough on Facial Area Wrinkles Being Reported via Media Outlets
A media blitz reporting on a new breakthrough for helping reduce deep wrinkles and skin folds from facial areas at sides of nose to mouth are being undertaken by Reviva Labs, Haddonfield, N.J. - May 20, 2015 - Reviva Labs