Facebook has been criticized for not having any female directors; all that changes today with the announcement that Sheryl Sandberg has not only been appointed to the board, but named as it’s director. Ms. Sandberg will still continue her day to day position as second in command at Facebook, managing…
Recent studies highlight the fact that women are still in the minority in executive positions as well as in securing financing for businesses. Silicon Valley is a big ole boys network, even though some of the males are in fact not yet of legal age to drink in the US.…
Diane Keaton is known for her Hollywood roles and for being a serial Real estate flipper. This week Diane surprised the real estate world and bought a new, move in ready home in Pacific Palisades for $5.75 million. Is this a sign that she is done buying and renovating grand Hollywood…
Spending limits for new car shoppers in China are rising among females, and leveling off among males. This data is based on the preferences of over 19,000 Chinese auto shoppers visiting the online site MyProductAdvisor.cn, revealed Market Insight Corporation. “Females are playing an ever-increasing role in purchase decisions and spending…
Cleveland based Thompson Hine LLP has been recognized for its leadership in advancing women within the legal profession. The inaugural Euromoney Legal Media Group Americas Women in Business Law Awards honored the firm’s initiative, Spotlight on Women®, as the best gender diversity initiative by a national firm. The firm…
The Discreet Guide for Executive Women: How to Work Well with Men (and Other Difficulties) by Jennifer K. Crittenden was a winner in the category of Business-Motivational at the 6th Annual National Indie Excellence Awards. The panel of judges is made up of independent experts from all facets of…
Wednesday marked the 40th anniversary of Title IX, the federal legislation that prohibits sex discrimination in all educational programs that receive federal financial aid. A common misconception is that Title IX is just relegated to participation in sports. The greatest strides have been made in sports; the number of collegiate…
A new national public service campaign initiated by Health Net, Inc., was launched today and is geared towards bringing more awareness to the health of pregnant mothers and their infants all the way through infancy. Called “Text4baby”, the campaign was created in collaboration with the Healthy Babies Coalition and the…
The first international leadership camp will be conducted in July at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. The camp is called International Doorway Women’s Empowerment (IDWE). The event is scheduled to take place over the course of 11 days, starting on July 5th and going through July 15th. The…
A recent survey has concluded that women-owned businesses (WOBs) have proven to be inspiring when it comes to other entrepreneurs. The survey was a collaborative effort of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Chase Card Services and the Center for Women’s Business Research. The study took a close look…
