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.
Custom College Visits Announces Partnership with Frosch Travel
Custom College Visits, a company that offers tailor-made campus tour itineraries for college-bound students and their families, today announced that it has entered into a partnership with Frosch Travel (FROSCH), one of the leading travel management companies in the U.S. This new partnership will... - April 12, 2013 - Custom College Visits
Peace Love Girls Host a Barefoot Runway Event at Bloomingdales Boca Raton
Peace Love Girls Host a Barefoot Runway Event at Bloomingdales Boca Raton Featuring Local Students to Benefit the Best Foot Forward Foundation. - April 12, 2013 - Peace Love Girls
Three Keys to Business Success - a CEO & Founder Perspective, Hosted by SwapTheBiz.com
Meet and engage directly with highly successful Founders and CEO's that have figured it out at this high powered panel presentation and networking event. - April 11, 2013 - SwapTheBiz.com
FDM Group Signs UN Women’s Empowerment Principles (UNWEP)
FDM Group seals its commitment to promoting gender diversity in the workplace and wider business community. - April 10, 2013 - FDM Group
Actress Cloris Leachman to be Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award by Alliance for Women in Media
Nancy O’Dell, Felicity Huffman, Alison Sweeney, Adriana Ibañez, Cindy Marshall, Marti Grimsley, Renee Montagne to be honored for Professional Excellence in television, radio, new media and advertising. - April 09, 2013 - Innovative Souls PR
Leisa Hart: Changing Lives One Breath at a Time
Star of "Buns of Steel" DVDs takes her "Rise, Respect, Reflect, Renew" approach to fitness to major audiences nationwide, as well as to clients of North Texas yoga studio. - April 09, 2013 - Leisa Hart and Hart Yoga
elements fitness for women Launches Mobile Website and Expanded Member Tools
Popular Miami-based fitness franchise elements for women announces cutting-edge member technology platforms, including an array of mobile interfaces for club members and personal training clients to stay connected with their gym, invite friends, book and view classes, personal training sessions, and purchase products to ship to their home. (“elements on the go”) - April 08, 2013 - elements®
Fran Briggs, eMediaCampaigns! Releases The Best of Spring Reading 2013, Part 2
Award-winning PR firm, eMediaCampaigns! features books which showcase authors' literary vision through impact, originality, subject, creativity and quality - April 07, 2013 - eMediaCampaigns!
Hollister Creative President Kim Landry to be Honored at National Women Business Owner Event
Kim Landry, President of Philadelphia-area marketing communications firm Hollister Creative, will be honored at the "Decades of Excellence" awards gala hosted by the National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC) on May 10 in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. - April 07, 2013 - Hollister Creative
MenuTrinfo Founder Wins Bravo Entrepreneur Award
Betsy Craig named 2013 “Emerging Entrepreneur” in prestigious Northern Colorado leadership program. - April 05, 2013 - MenuTrinfo
WBIS Announces Annual Powerful Partners Conference
WBIS presents a global conference open to all metro Washington DC business owners interested in leveraging their business reach into the international marketplace. Women Building and Investing in Success has teamed up with local area experts to present their annual Powerful Partners Conference... - April 04, 2013 - WBIS
Executive Women of New Jersey Joins InterOrganizationNetwork (ION): Furthers Mission of Broadening Opportunities for Women on Corporate Boards
Executive Women of New Jersey (”EWNJ”), the region’s leading not-for-profit organization promoting women’s executive leadership in the enterprise and corporate boards, today announced EWNJ has been accepted into the membership of InterOrganizationNetwork (ION). Formed in... - April 04, 2013 - Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ)
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $12,500 Grant to America’s Mighty Warriors
Donation enables wounded warriors, families of fallen to attend Allaso Ranch retreat in Texas. - April 03, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Long Island Center for Business and Professional Women to Recognize Gail Trugman-Nikol
The Long Island Center for Business and Professional Women (LICBPW), one of the largest not-for-profit Long Island women’s networking organizations, will hold its 34th Annual Achievers’ Awards Gala on May 8, 2013 at the Fox Hollow in Woodbury, NY. The Gala celebration will highlight the... - April 03, 2013 - Long Island Center for Business and Professional Women to Recognize Gail Trugman-Nikol
Gay Marriage ... In the Cards
Another sign that society is embracing same-sex marriage is the mainstreaming of gay wedding cards. In January, US card maker Cardthartic introduced cards congratulating two women or two men on their marriage. “Cards are one of those things that closely mirror societal changes,” says the publisher’s founder Jodee Stevens. “In the past few years, an increasing number of the 2,000-plus gift and specialty stores that carry our cards let us know they wanted these ‘love is love’ designs." - March 29, 2013 - Cardthartic Cards & Comforts
Behavioral Specialist Greg Herzog Paints Jesus Christ for Good Friday
Jesus of Nazareth commonly referred to as Jesus Christ or simply as Jesus or Christ, is the central figure of Christianity and regarded as an important prophet of God in Islam. - March 29, 2013 - HBT
IEEW Celebrates 2013 PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® PROGRAM Graduates at Rwanda And Afghanistan Ceremonies
The Institute For Economic Empowerment of Women Prepares Female Graduates for Entrepreneur Roles to Promote Peace within Their Growing Nations. - March 28, 2013 - IEEW
Invaluable New Book for Entrepreneurs - Essential Assistant in Every Stage of Business Development
The business attorney Ekaterina Mouratova, Esq. publishes an invaluable legal guidance book for entrepreneurs and anybody who may be involved in business transactions and operations - Business Law for Entrepreneurs. A Legal Guide to Doing Business in the United States. The book covers a full range of legal matters related to business practices, from start-up to every stage of a company’s life-cycle. - March 26, 2013 - The Law Firm of Ekaterina Mouratova, PLLC
Wade & Debi Norton of Northstar Travel Announced Today That They Have Joined Cruise Planners
American Express Travel, an award-winning national cruise and travel company. Affiliation means that “Cruise Planners • Northstar” can now offer customers exclusive pricing on a wide range of cruise destinations, wedding packages, a choice of thousands of group departures, private cruise sales, as well as cabin upgrades and special amenities such as shore excursions. - March 26, 2013 - Cruise Planners • Northstar Travel
President and CEO of Professional Options Named to International Top SMB 150 List
Doña Keating selected among worldwide SMB IT channel influencers. - March 25, 2013 - DonaKeating.com
Entrepreneur Kimberly Martinez is Ms. Mompreneur 2013. She is CEO of Bonitas International, Home of the BooJee Beads Brand of Beaded Lanyards and Badge Reel Jewelry.
Bonitas International CEO and entrepreneur Kimberly Martinez was crowned Ms. Mompreneur 2013 at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, FL last week. The Ohio business owner, whose company produces and distributes fashion ID jewelry that includes the BooJee Beads brand of beaded lanyards and badge reels, is a former Fortune 50 executive. - March 25, 2013 - Bonitas International
Vinously Speaking - an Eclectic Wine Shop Launches Crowdfunding Campaign to Expand San Antonio's Urban Wine Culture
Crowdfunding Campaign Aligns with Shop's One-Year Anniversary and Owner's Recognition as a Master in Wine Business - March 25, 2013 - Vinously Speaking
“Women in Government Contracting Update” at the Next BWCC Contracting Information Series
Gloria Larkin will address major changes at at “Women in Government Contracting Update” at bwtech@UMBC on March 27, 2013. - March 24, 2013 - TargetGov at Marketing Outsource Associates
EmpowHer Institute to Honor Women Leaders at Girls to Greatness Gala Reception
EmpowHer Institute, a non-profit organization committed to increasing graduation rates among girls, will host the inaugural Girls to Greatness Gala Reception on Thursday, April 25, at the Raleigh Studios in Hollywood, Calif., at 6:30 p.m. - March 22, 2013 - EmpowHer Institute
Women in Government Contracting: Pathways to Success!
The Baltimore Washington Corridor Chamber, Maryland’s only regional chamber, will host “Women in Government Contracting: Pathways to Success!” at the bwtech@UMBC Training Room, 5520 Research Park Dr, Baltimore, MD 21228 on Wednesday March 27, 2013 from 8-11:30 AM. Featured... - March 22, 2013 - TargetGov at Marketing Outsource Associates
Marketing Resources & Results Receives Women Business Enterprise National Certification
Marketing Resources & Results, Inc., a strategic marketing firm that specializes in customized marketing programs, received the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) national certification for the sixth year. The certification enables the company to assist their clients in... - March 21, 2013 - Marketing Resources & Results, Inc.
Tasha Apparel Celebrates 12 Years of Growth with New Website
After 12 years of success as a wholesale clothing retailer, Tasha Apparel is celebrating its growth and welcoming new customers with the launch of a new website. To celebrate this milestone, the company offered both new and existing customers a 15 percent discount on an entire order. Although the... - March 20, 2013 - TashaApparel
Underwords Press Presents Futuredaze: An Anthology of YA Science Fiction
Underwords Press announces Futuredaze: An Anthology of YA science Fiction, edited by Hannah Strom-Martin & Erin Underwood. Futuredaze includes 33 original short stories and poems that spark the imagination, twist the heart, and make you yearn for the possibilities of a world yet to come. Reflecting the ideals set forth by science fiction icons, Futuredaze challenges the imagination with young adult fiction that embraces the idea of What If? Email editor@underwordspress.com for a review PDF copy. - March 17, 2013 - Underwords Press
Enterprising Women Names Sponsors for 2013 Enterprising Women of the Year Awards Celebration
Magazine Dedicated to Women’s Entrepreneurship Recognizes Corporate Support for Annual Awards Ceremony - March 16, 2013 - Enterprising Women
The Physicians Practice S.O.S. Group Seminars and Office Solutions Launches New Franchise Location
Leading Healthcare Consulting Expert Continues Leadership Role in the Industry by Introducing New Franchise Opportunity in the Upstate of South Carolina. - March 16, 2013 - The Physicians Practice S.O.S. Group
Beasley & Henley Interior Design at the 28th Annual Palm Beach International Boat Show
Beasley & Henley Interior Design is invited to feature it’s designs at the 28th Annual Palm Beach International Boat Show from March 21 - 24, 2013. This show is one of the top five boat shows in the country - featuring more than $1.2 billion worth of boats. - March 15, 2013 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Soccer Has Become the Largest Youth Sport in the United States: How Companies Are Capitalizing on This Growing Trend
More youth are playing soccer than any other sport. American companies are fighting for market share in a landscape dominated by large European companies. Insights from a marketing director that is on the front lines. - March 14, 2013 - Rukket Sports
Noted Steampunk Thriller "PROGRESS" Announces New Fundraising Campaign
The official teaser video for the 10-episode webseries PROGRESS was released in November 2012 and has been garnering much attention through blogs, magazines, podcasts, Twitter and Facebook. PROGRESS just launched an Indiegogo campaign to help raise funds for production on the whole series. In this... - March 13, 2013 - Progress the Webseries
Beverly Bond Headlines Jon Quick Select's 4th Annual Beauty and the Beat: Heroines of Excellence Awards
On Friday, March 22, 2013, Jon Quick Select honors 7 oustanding rising female stars of color in another star studded edition of Beauty and the Beat: Heroines of Excellence Awards, the ultimate fundraising party. In its 4th year of existence, along with honoring our "Heroines," they will be presenting Black Girls Rock Inc. Founder, DJ Beverly Bond, with their inaugural "Iconic Sister" Award! All proceeds go to the Hip Hop Loves Foundation. www.hiphoploves.com - March 13, 2013 - Jon Quick Select
Beyond Spots & Dots President Named to BusinessWomen First List
The Pittsburgh Business Times has included Melanie Querry, President of the advertising agency Beyond Spots & Dots, in its BusinessWomen First list. The 25 influential business women in the Pittsburgh region are featured on this list for their community involvement, volunteer activities, and... - March 13, 2013 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.
I_AM_ROSEMOND Agency Launch
Brand marketing and media relations for Art, Design, Architecture, and Real Estate - March 13, 2013 - Gabrielle Rosemond
PR Expert and Speaker Lisa Elia Provides Tips and New Program to Guide Women to Greater Visibility
Entrepreneur, PR Expert & Speaker Lisa Elia shares tips and launches her new Woman of Influence Jumpstart Program for female entrepreneurs and experts to learn how to quickly increase awareness of themselves or their businesses, through publicity, public speaking and other methods. The deadline to register is 4/3. For more information, visit www.WOIJumpstart.com - March 11, 2013 - Elia Erickson Consulting
The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women Celebrates International Women’s History Month
IEEW’s PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® Program Empowering Women Around the World Economically, Politically and Socially - March 10, 2013 - IEEW
Formerly Homeless and Abused Immigrant Woman Becomes an Entrepreneur, Author, and is About to Graduate with an MBA from GA State University
New book called Turn Your Dreams And Wants Into Achievable SMART Goals! is about to change the lives of many people who want to advance their success to the next level. A woman is being abused every 9 seconds in the Unites States, according to CDC. Anna Stevens is a domestic violence survivor. Her new SMART goals Book is a living proof that it's possible to restore yourself and rebuild your life despite even most tragic circumstances. www.SMARTgoalsBook.info - March 08, 2013 - EQ for Success LLC
Denver Real Estate Agent Accurately Predicts Winning a New Mercedes Benz in Taylor Morrison’s “Keys to Success” Giveaway
Denver Homebuilder’s Popular Sales Promotion for Real Estate Agents is Back for Another Year - March 08, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Women, Work, and the Will To Lead: a Seattle Discussion of Sheryl Sandberg’s New Book
Algumwood Consulting will host a discussion of Sheryl Sandberg's new book, Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead, March 22 in Seattle. Christy Tennant Krispin will facilitate. - March 08, 2013 - Algumwood Consulting
Strayer University Celebrates International Women's Day with Technology Expert Ms. Pamela Adams as Keynote Speaker
International Women's Day has become a popular day of recognition since its inception in 1911. Strayer University, established in 1892 was founded as a business college to help people understand the principles of business, and to learn how to make themselves more marketable. On Friday March 8th,... - March 08, 2013 - The BizLynks Center
SMART Prospecting That Works Every Time - Release Date Set; Sales Professionals Win More Clients with Fewer Cold Calls
SMART Prospecting blends proven, classic sales techniques with the latest technology and mobile apps to help sales professionals in any industry, business owners and entrepreneurs find prospects more quickly, understand them more fully and make the sale more efficiently so that they make more money. - March 07, 2013 - Sales Sense Solutions, Inc.
Barrington IL Real Estate Firm Announces Buy Out, Acquires New Office
A local real estate firm has announced a buy out and expansion to better serve their growing clients of home buyers and home sellers. The Prudential office in downtown Barrington is now Prudential Visions Realty (www.besthomebrokers.com) and has acquired a real estate office in Spring Grove. - March 05, 2013 - Prudential Visions Realty
Beach Organics Recognized as One of 100 Most Admired Entrepreneurial Businesses
Beach Organics recognized as one of the 100 Most Admired Entrepreneurial Businesses by Space Coast Business. - March 05, 2013 - Beach Organics Skin Care
USA Networks’ Founder, Kay Koplovitz, to be Recognized by NYC Mayor Bloomberg at Women’s History Month Reception to be Held at Gracie Mansion
Kay Koplovitz, Founder of USA Networks and Sci-Fi Channel and Chairman of the Board Springboard Enterprises will be recognized by Mayor Bloomberg on March 5th, at a reception in honor of Women’s History Month. This year’s theme is, Women Inspiring the Next Generation, Pass it On. Mayor... - March 05, 2013 - Koplovitz & Company LLC.
"Made In New York" Makes It to Bloomingdale’s
Bloomingdale’s will feature NYC Jewelry Designer, Patty Tobin, and her Made In New York line of fine fashion jewelry for 12 Trunk Shows at four different stores in New York and New Jersey. The first showcase will be at Bloomingdale’s annual “HOT” event at the 59th Street store in NYC on March 14, 15, 16. A born and bread upstate New Yorker, Patty Tobin is committed to keeping the manufacturing of her affordable, high-quality, handcrafted jewelry line right here in her home state of New York. - March 04, 2013 - Patty Tobin Fine Fashion Jewelry
Think Like a Woman, Act Like a CEO Teleseminar Hosted by PR Expert, Entrepreneur and Speaker Lisa Elia
“Thinking like a man” is a concept that has been presented as something to aspire to, by some people who think that it is the only way to succeed in business or in life. In popular culture, there was the song, “Why Can’t a Woman Be More like a Man?” Steve... - March 03, 2013 - Elia Erickson Consulting
Enterprising Women Magazine Celebration to Honor Top Women Business Leaders of 2013
Magazine Dedicated to Women’s Entrepreneurship to Host Awards Ceremony and Entrepreneurial Growth and Success Programs April 3-4 - March 03, 2013 - Enterprising Women
PinTwist Parties Launches in Dallas, Ft. Worth
PinTwist Parties, a unique Pinterest inspired party company, announced their launch in Dallas/Ft. Worth today. PinTwist Parties takes the most popular pins and turns them into reality. Pinterest inspired parties are great for a variety of events including, “Girls Night Out,”... - March 02, 2013 - PinTwist Parties