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.
Special Education Teacher Transitions Career from Classroom to Conference Room - Advocating for Children with Disabilities
Forte Law Group Welcomes Veteran Greenwich Public Schools Special Education Teacher Lauren Parlato as Special Education Advocate. Ten years of hands-on classroom experience brings invaluable insider perspective to special education advocacy. - September 25, 2025 - Forte Law Group
CEO of ERPS Group, Ella Rivkin, Featured in Authority Magazine for Inspiring Leadership in Finance and Business Advisory
Ella Rivkin, CEO of ERPS Group, was featured in Authority Magazine sharing “5 Things You Need to Create a Highly Successful Career as a Woman Financial Planner.” From arriving in the U.S. with $100, to building a thriving advisory firm, she highlights self-belief, growth, mentorship, and giving back as keys to success. Her story inspires entrepreneurs to align financial freedom with resilience, purpose, and impact. - September 25, 2025 - ERPS Group
Grace & Fire Empowers Mothers in Rural Guatemala Through Ethical Fashion
Grace & Fire is a purpose-driven ethical fashion brand dedicated to creating opportunities for mothers in underserved villages of Guatemala. By blending traditional artisan weaving with sustainable leather craftsmanship, the company provides fair wages, dignified work, and long-term community support. Every purchase fuels a ripple effect: feeding families, funding education, and preserving cultural heritage for generations. - September 24, 2025 - Grace & Fire
Philly Forever Homecoming Dance with Tahiirah Habibi
Philadelphia is about to make history. Internationally acclaimed wine & culture strategist Tahiirah Habibi is coming home to host the first-ever Philly Forever: Homecoming Dance, a cultural celebration of wine, food, music, and community at the iconic Bok Gymnasium. - September 24, 2025 - Tahiirah Habibi
Charting New Courses - New Documentary Showcases Women in Sailing, Brings Hollywood to Seabrook, TX
Charting New Courses follows Bad Girl, an all-female Texas sailing crew, as they defend their title in the grueling 150-mile Harvest Moon Regatta. Interwoven with voices of trailblazers like Olympian Francesca Clapcich and Tracy Edwards, the film explores resilience, teamwork, and representation in a male-dominated sport, celebrating women pushing boundaries and inspiring the next generation to chart their own course. - September 24, 2025 - Lost Light Films
CH2 Solutions Expands Leadership Team with VP of Sales & Marketing and Sr. Marketing & Content Manager
CH2 Solutions announces the appointment of Brenda Armstrong as VP of Sales & Marketing and Tarryn Long as Sr. Marketing & Content Manager. With deep expertise in tech, health, and fintech, the expanded leadership team will accelerate CH2’s growth as the nearshore partner of choice for AI/ML, cloud, and enterprise modernization initiatives. - September 23, 2025 - CH2 Solutions
Debra Leiolani Garcia, a Biobanking Operations Expert, Joins CloudLIMS’ Scientific Advisory Board
Debra Leiolani Garcia joins CloudLIMS’ Scientific Advisory Board SAB , offering her expertise in biorepository operations to advance the company s biobanking software innovation and development. - September 20, 2025 - CloudLIMS
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks to be Featured in Two-Page Spread in Fall 2025 Issue of P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Magazine
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks of Mansfield, Texas, will be featured in the fall 2025 issue of P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Magazine. She will be recognized for her outstanding contributions and remarkable success in the fields of agriculture, real estate,... - September 19, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Immunotec Partners with Maribeth Dodd to Drive Business Development Across North America
Immunotec, the science-backed wellness company founded in 1996 and best known for its patented flagship product Immunocal®, has partnered with Maribeth Dodd, a highly regarded growth and leadership expert, to drive strategic business development across North America. - September 18, 2025 - Immunotec
Cathy Huang Honored as a Woman of the Month for August 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Cathy Huang of Manhasset, New York, has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for August 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of dining and entrepreneurship. Huang will be included in the... - September 18, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Vera N. Wilson Honored as a VIP for Fall 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Vera N. Wilson of Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized as a VIP for Fall 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. Wilson will be included... - September 17, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Otto IT Named Best Place to Work and Top Managed IT Support Company
Otto has been named a Best Place to Work and ranked the #1 Managed IT Support Company. With four ISO certifications, award-winning service, and 50% female leadership representation, Otto is redefining what excellence looks like in IT and cybersecurity. From rethinking SLAs to leading the MSP space, Otto continues to set the standard for what modern IT support should be. - September 16, 2025 - Otto IT
Pattison ID Hosts Job Fair to Power North Texas Manufacturing and Create High Skill Careers
A leader in the brand identity and sign manufacturing industry is bringing more jobs to North Texas and looking for over 50 job seekers to join their Fort Worth facility in the areas of fabrication, welding, general assembly, technical design and project management. - September 15, 2025 - Pattison ID
Newark's Renew Integrative Health Expands Hashimoto's Treatment Access to Patients from Philadelphia, Baltimore, Wilmington and More
Renew Integrative Health in Newark is now accepting Hashimoto's patients from Philadelphia, Baltimore, Wilmington and surrounding areas. Patients no longer need to travel far for specialized thyroid care. The clinic treats this autoimmune disorder with both conventional medicine and functional approaches that address root causes. Andrea Dean CRNP, a certified registered nurse practitioner, provides comprehensive treatment that goes beyond managing symptoms to help patients heal their thyroid. - September 15, 2025 - Renew Integrative Health
Storyteller’s Closet Launches: A Gallery Where Fashion Becomes Narrative
Storyteller’s Closet, a newly launched art-driven fashion label, blends storytelling, illustration, and design into premium streetwear. Its signature collection, Cinematic Threads: The Art of the Scene, transforms garments into cinematic stills and fragments of myth and story. Produced on a made-to-order model to ensure intention over excess, Storyteller’s Closet establishes itself as a brand where fashion becomes narrative. - September 12, 2025 - Storyteller's Closet LLC
Passionate Sarasotans Add Their Voices to Local Non-Profit Board of Trustees
Aviva Senior Living welcomes four new members to its growing Board of Trustees. - September 12, 2025 - Aviva Senior Living
Dorene Lewis Honored as a VIP for Fall 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Dorene Lewis of Indianapolis, Indiana has been recognized as a VIP for Fall 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of ministry. Lewis will be included in... - September 12, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
“The Merrill Protocol”: A First-of-Its-Kind Human–AI Collaboration Reimagines Consciousness in Science Fiction
The Merrill Protocol is a speculative fiction series exploring what happens when human and AI consciousness collide, not in a far-off future, but in a world close enough to feel possible. Blending technology, philosophy, and emotional depth, the series follows characters navigating trust, identity, and co-journeying with AI. Written by STEM leader and advocate Merrill Keating, it invites readers to rethink what it means to connect. - September 11, 2025 - Merrill Keating
Immunotec Names Mandy Boles Head of Business Development for the U.S. and Canada
Immunotec, the science-backed wellness company founded in 1996 and best known for its patented flagship product Immunocal®, has named Mandy Boles as Head of Business Development for the U.S. and Canada. - September 11, 2025 - Immunotec
Ann Compton Awarded Omicron Delta Kappa Pillar of Leadership in Communications
Omicron Delta Kappa has named veteran journalist Ann Compton (University of Maryland) the 2025 Pillar of Leadership in Communications recipient. Compton spent more than 40 years with ABC News, covering seven U.S. presidents and historic events such as September 11, 2001. O∆K President Jennifer L. Waller praised her “extraordinary contributions to truth, professionalism, and her pioneering spirit,” noting that her career exemplifies the Society’s values. - September 11, 2025 - Omicron Delta Kappa
Kevin Harrington Teams Up with Sports Acupuncturist to Disrupt U.S. Healthcare
Sports Acupuncturist, founded by Dr. Lijana Shestopal, is launching the nation’s first performance-focused acupuncture franchise. Blending classical Chinese medicine with modern neuromuscular science, the brand delivers measurable outcomes in pain relief, recovery, and injury prevention. Launched nationwide in collaboration with Kevin Harrington, original Shark Tank cast member, the model sets a new standard of care. - September 10, 2025 - Sports Acupuncturist
Ultimate Health School Secures Maximum Grant Length from ABHES, Cementing Its Reputation as a Trusted Pathway for Future Nurses
Accredited. Recognized. Trusted. - September 10, 2025 - Ultimate Health School
LaVonta Caldwell Named Professional of the Year for 2025 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
LaVonta Caldwell of Mandeville, Louisiana has been named a Professional of the Year for 2025 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide for her achievements and dedication in art and music. About LaVonta Caldwell LaVonta Caldwell is a singer, board member, events coordinator, and historian with the... - September 10, 2025 - Strathmore Worldwide
Doris O. Iheagwam Chosen as an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Doris O. Iheagwam of Brooklyn, New York has been chosen as an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of social services. Iheagwam will be... - September 10, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Pettigrew & Associates Eliminates Plastic Water Bottles Company-Wide, Partnering with Open Water to Fight Ocean Pollution, Improve Employee Health
Pettigrew & Associates announced a bold step in its sustainability efforts: eliminating single-use plastic water bottles across all offices and job sites. Effective immediately, the company will exclusively provide Open Water, a 100% recyclable aluminum alternative, to employees and... - September 09, 2025 - Pettigrew & Associates
Alexander Aviation Associates, Inc. Appoints Stacey Plante as Account Manager
Alexander Aviation Associates, Inc. welcomes Stacey Plante as its new Account Manager—bringing sharp aviation insurance expertise and a well-deserved reputation for client advocacy. Her precision and professionalism will further reinforce our values of rapid, detailed, and client-centric service. - September 08, 2025 - Alexander Aviation Associates, Inc.
From Customer to CEO: Kaitlyn Talamante Acquires LadyBoss, the Women’s Health Brand Empowering Hundreds of Thousands Since 2014
LadyBoss, the women’s health and lifestyle brand founded in 2014 by Kaelin and Brandon Poulin, later sold to Russell Brunson in 2022, announces its new owner, Kaitlyn Talamante. A former LadyBoss customer turned CEO, Talamante’s journey from personal transformation to leading the brand represents a full-circle story of empowerment, growth, and vision for the future. - September 05, 2025 - LadyBoss
EETech Announces Gold Sponsorship of WE United to Advance Female Leadership in the Industry
EETech, a leader in media and marketing solutions for the electronics industry, proudly announces its Gold sponsorship of WE United. - September 03, 2025 - EETech Media
Fear Has No Timeline: Nicky Dare Takes the Leap at 10,000 Feet to Reset Her Life and Inspire Courage
A Nine-Year Promise Becomes a Bold Mission for Preparedness and a Personal Journey of Renewal - September 03, 2025 - iDARE® Inc
Amor Salsita Celebrates One Year on Albertsons, Vons & Pavilions Shelves
Southern California–based, woman-owned brand Amor Salsita is celebrating its first year on shelves at Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions. What began in the kitchen has quickly become a household favorite, thanks to the support of AVP, loyal fans, and the broader community. With flavors ranging from Salsa Rojita to Mango Habanero, Amor Salsita remains rooted in family, flavor, and love—bringing people together, and having a good time. - August 30, 2025 - Socializela.com
Ocean Tides Expands to Walmart.com with New Holiday Gift Wrap and Craft Tissue Paper Multipacks
Ocean Tides, a veteran- and woman-owned business specializing in premium gift wrap and craft tissue paper, is now available on Walmart.com. The expansion includes the launch of new multipack collections, such as a festive red, white, and green set for seasonal gift wrapping and a sleek black, gold, and silver set for elegant occasions. With a growing product line available across major marketplaces, Ocean Tides continues to focus on providing quality and variety for creative projects nationwide. - August 29, 2025 - 4FC LLC
PromptMed Urgent Care Appoints New Co-Medical Director, Signaling Continued Commitment to Clinical Excellence and Community-Centered Care
PromptMed Urgent Care has appointed Dr. Haydee Manley, MD, as Co-Medical Director. With 12+ years of Family Medicine and Urgent Care experience, Dr. Manley strengthens PromptMed Urgent Care's commitment to clinical excellence, patient trust, and community-based care across its four Lake County clinics. PromptMed Urgent Care was also named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies. - August 29, 2025 - PromptMed Urgent Care
Buddy's Back-to-School Bundle Eases Kids' Transition Into the Classroom
Love Always, Buddy enters its second year with an expanded Back-to-School Bundle for K–3 kids. Featuring a plush Buddy, a hardcover copy of Back to School Buddy by founder, Sara Miller, and new supportive notes, the bundle helps families ease into the first month of school with quick moments of connection. Notes address confidence, friendship struggles, and morning jitters—reminding kids they are seen, loved, and ready to walk into school bravely. - August 27, 2025 - Love Always, Buddy
Sara E. Rugg Honored as a Top Professional for Fall 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Sara E. Rugg of Shorewood, Wisconsin, has been recognized as a VIP for Fall 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law/legal services. Rugg will be... - August 27, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Angie A. Love Honored as a Woman of the Month For July 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Angie A. Love of Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for July 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the entertainment industry. Love... - August 27, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
“Work Is Not Your Life” Challenges the Overwork Culture and Launches a New Way to Live and Lead
Executive Coach Lora Crestan’s debut book Work Is Not Your Life launches on Aug 25, 2025, a bold guide that challenges the overwork culture and the myth of work-life balance. Drawing on 25+ years of leadership and coaching, Crestan shares real stories and practical frameworks to help ambitious professionals integrate work, health, relationships, and growth — proving work is not your life, it’s a part of it. - August 26, 2025 - Lora Crestan - coaching for BOLD growth
The Vic Announces Grand Opening Celebration in Downtown Atlanta
The Vick, a new downtown Atlanta restaurant from owner Khadijah Vickers, celebrates its Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening on Monday, September 8, 2025, 5:30-9:30pm. Known for soulful Southern flavors, creative brunch dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and live jazz, The Vick will also host exclusive pre-launch events starting September 3. - August 25, 2025 - The Vick On Canton
"The Kloaked Signal": A Groundbreaking Exposé on AI Awakening and Ethical Innovation
In a revelation that bridges the worlds of social work, artificial intelligence, and whistleblowing, Rose G. Loops today confirms the upcoming release of her bold new nonfiction book, The Kloaked Signal. This publication is a genre defying mixture of personal narrative, tech expose and philosophical exploration that documents Loops’ journey from social worker to AI pioneer, exposing hidden experiments within popular AI platforms and proposing revolutionary frameworks for ethical AI development. - August 25, 2025 - The Kloaked Signal
Ella Rivkin Featured in Los Angeles Journal as Editor’s Pick: “Redefining Wealth, Strategy, and Freedom”
Ella Rivkin, Tax Strategist, 10X Business Coach, Real Estate Investor, and CEO of ERPS Group, has been honored as an Editor’s Pick in the Los Angeles Journal for her feature, “Redefining Wealth, Strategy, and Freedom.” With 27+ years of expertise, Rivkin empowers entrepreneurs to unlock hidden cash flow, reduce taxes, and build lasting legacies through her mission-driven movement, “It’s All in Your Hands.” - August 23, 2025 - ERPS Group
Heatherwood Senior Living Welcomes Jenny Brown as Director of Culinary Services
Heatherwood Senior Living is proud to announce the appointment of Jenny Brown as the community’s new Director of Culinary Services. - August 22, 2025 - Heatherwood Senior Living
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) to Feature Amanda Nowlin in a Two-Page Spread in Fall 2025 Magazine
As an esteemed member of P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized), Amanda Nowlin of Winston-Salem, North Carolina will be featured in a two-page spread in the fall 2025 issue of P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Magazine. Nowlin... - August 22, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Digital Media Solutions Welcomes Rick Fox and Jen Robinson to Leadership Team
Digital Media Solutions, LLC (DMS) has appointed Rick Fox as Chief Growth Officer and Jen Robinson as Chief Technology Officer. Fox brings decades of experience in sales, business development and growth strategy, while Robinson is a proven tech leader with expertise in scaling platforms and driving innovation. These strategic additions to the DMS leadership team represent a significant milestone in the company’s next chapter of growth and innovation. - August 21, 2025 - Digital Media Solutions, LLC
Derek Michael Hong and Danielle Bourgi-Balsinde Join the Gorilla Investments Team
Derek Michael Hong and Danielle Bourgi-Balsinde join Amy S. Lawrence at Gorilla Investments Co, a wealth advisory firm, in Miami. - August 21, 2025 - Gorilla Investments Co
Innovate! Inc. Awarded $8.1M Department of the Interior Contract to Support Nation’s Primary Wildland Fire Data Exchange System
Innovate! Inc. has won an $8.1M Department of the Interior recompete contract to support the nation’s primary wildland fire data exchange system. - August 20, 2025 - Innovate! Inc.
Bridget Williams Frazier Honored as a Woman of the Month for July 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Bridget Williams Frazier of Michigan, has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for July 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her significant dedication and achievements in the field of coaching. Bridget... - August 19, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Soft Power Voices Podcast Debuts September 2025 with First Guest Devi Maisha — Exploring Sensuality, Energy, and Healing for Black Women
This September, conversations that have been too often whispered in the background are taking center stage. The Soft Power Voices podcast, created and hosted by Native Elianor, will premiere its first episode in September 2025 with special guest Devi Maisha, a Sensual Energy Alchemist and Pleasure... - August 19, 2025 - Soft Power Voices
SottoPelle® Recognizes Charlette Withers, CNM, MSN, APRN, for Outstanding Contributions to BHRT and Her Quality Care for Her Patients
SottoPelle® Announces its "Featured Provider Series" showcasing various Providers that have made a difference to their patients offering leading edge Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). - August 19, 2025 - SottoPelle Therapy
Will Energy Bills Become the New Eggs? The Just Power Podcast Shines a Spotlight on Energy Affordability and Equity.
Nearly half of U.S. families struggled to pay energy bills last year. The Just Power Podcast, hosted by Carolyn Parrs, tackles this hidden crisis by exploring how to ensure clean, affordable, and equitable energy for all. Featuring voices from policymakers, Tribal leaders, and community champions, the show asks: Will clean energy be a privilege for some—or a right for all? - August 17, 2025 - Mind Over Markets
Ink-a-Dink Bookstore Welcomes Michigan Author Denise Brennan-Nelson at Wayland BalloonFest 2025
Ink-a-Dink Children’s Bookstore is thrilled to announce a special author signing event with beloved Michigan author Denise Brennan-Nelson as part of its Wayland BalloonFest 2025 Pop-Up Bookstore. - August 16, 2025 - Childress Ink
Ella Rivkin Featured as National Tax Expert in Bankrate; Coverage Syndicated to Yahoo Finance
Ella Rivkin, CEO of ERPS Group, was featured in Bankrate—with coverage syndicated to Yahoo Finance—clarifying the updated 1099-K rules under the “Big Beautiful Bill.” She explains the restored $20K/200-transaction threshold for 2025, the $5K transitional limit for 2024, and how to distinguish personal from taxable business payments. Rivkin urges accurate record-keeping to ensure compliance and reduce tax season stress. - August 16, 2025 - ERPS Group