The Entreboard Train is Almost Here!!!

Tomorrow morning is the BIG Entreboard event, and the Round Table room is open to all. Our EntreSpecialists will be talking about everything you need to know about finding funding for your business....outside the box and creative ideas will be shared in a debate like discussion forum.  

The event is an amazing place to network with other entrepreneurs and promote your own business in the process. It's FREE to attend the event and be a fly on the wall while you learn a wealth of information to benefit your business. Don't miss the soul train competition as well as the winner of a signed copy of Toilet Paper Entrepreneur!!! 

Save this link to participate on February 27th at 10:00 AM EST: http://connectpro77528169.adobeconnect.com/entreboard/

 

Entreboard - Mike Michalowicz from Obsidian on Vimeo.

Entreboard Directory - An Amazing New Tool for Businesses to Promote their Services and/or Products!

We have some very exciting news about a much needed tool for all entrepreneurs!!!  The Entreboard Directory has launched today and will provide an amazing platform for entrepreneurs to connect and promote their business at a VERY affordable price. 

The Entreboard Directory will be an essential tool for consumers and other entrepreneurs to find safe and reliable resource for all aspects of their business and/or personal life.  The exposure during our live and recorded events provide ongoing and significant promotion of all of the vendors within the directory.

With this user friendly platform you'll be able to:

• Provide a complete description of your business, products, certifications, awards/media coverage and visual marketing tools.
• Embed product demos or product pitches
• Allow customers leave testimonials, questions and feedback
• Share your social media connections
• And much more…

Don’t wait to get on the Entreboard Train!

We are calling the first ten businesses to load their profiles in the Entreboard Directory our EntrePioneers!!!  You are the first to realize what a great tool the Entreboard Directory is, and your tenacity and savvy will be greatly rewarded!  The EntrePioneers will receive a very special shout out during the Entreboard live event on the 27^th that will also be recorded and posted all over the internet for ongoing publicity.  To be considered an EntrePioneer you’ll need to load your profile by Friday, February 24^th, so you won’t want to miss this amazing opportunity. 

Click here to get started today!

Entreboard = Access & Opportunity

Knowledgecrush Inc., and Womentorz, Inc. are providing opportunities for entrepreneurs to literally become a virtual fly on the wall while experts on a particular subject share invaluable knowledge that will directly impact your business for the positive.  Our “EntreSpecialists” will be seen via video conference where they can see and hear each other in a virtual round table.

It is free for entrepreneurs to attend all Entreboard live events where current and aspiring entrepreneurs will have a chance to network with each other using our live interactive chat feature as well as a discussion forum after the event.  Because this is a free event there will be large numbers of professionals to network with.  There will also be a great deal going on via Twitter so be sure to use hashtag #Entreboard over the next two weeks to see all of the action.

Don’t miss the first Entreboard event on February 27^th at 10:00 AM EST where you can meet Mike Michalowicz, author of Toilet Paper Entrepreneur, Oriel Ross, CEO of Small Biz Engine and our other fabulous EntreSpecialists who will be discussing everything entrepreneurs need to know about obtaining funding for their business.  Click here to register to attend Entreboard.

A live link will be sent out Friday, February 24^th where you can visit the Virtual Roundtable Room and receive a wealth of information leading up to the exciting live event on the 27th! Stay tuned for the Entreboard Train!!!

Entreboard - Mike Michalowicz from Obsidian on Vimeo.

Get a FREE Banner for your Business

We have a very fun and important giveaway for our network.  Many of your are involved in tradeshows and exhibits where you need to promote your product and business.  Womentorz has partnered with BuildASign to provide three lucky winners with a custom 3' X 8' banner.  Simply leave a comment below with your company information and website address and you'll be entered to win.  The drawing will be made in random.

Enter TODAY - The winners will be announced Thursday, February 2nd.

Click Here to see more about BuildASign services and samples of the banners they create.

  

CNN BuildASign Troops Campaign

Amy's Valentine's Gift Guide 2012

Check out Amy's review of these amazing and
unique gift ideas for Valentine's Day!

Below are the products Amy reviews in her video with links to where you can purchase them.  Simply click on the picture to you to their site.  What a great way to support women invented products!

 

 

Get your product to Jennifer Garner along with a massive amount of online marketing!

We have lined everything up to send a gifting to Jennifer Garner to celebrate her third bundle of joy with Ben Affleck.

Last night Jennifer Garner expressed the challenges of pregnancy on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.  Apparently her pregnancy is the "topic of choice" among people who meet her in the street, recounting one incident where a well-wisher mistook her due date.

"I had one gentleman at a restaurant who said to me in November, 'Oh, Merry Christmas!' I said, 'Merry Christmas to you', and he said, 'No, you're going to have a Merry Christmas clearly'," she said.

"I realized he meant I would have the baby for Christmas, and I'm not due until a couple of months from now! I was like, 'Dude, I'm not due for months, you should know never say that to a woman!'"

Garner continued: "All you can say is, 'Wow you look tiny, how gorgeous are you? Look how thin your thighs are! Wow, way to go!'"

Anyone who has been pregnant can relate to this hilarious story.  This is why we love Jennifer and why she could use a smile on her face from our gifting.

One of the Many Benefits of Working with Celeb Hoopla is the Online Marketing!

Over the years of working with mom and women-owned businesses, it’s become clear to us that Online Exposure is one of the most effective long-term marketing strategies. This includes blog posts, back links, SEO, key words and titles, networking, tweeting, facebooking and more. Based on our own findings we put a great deal of focus into the Online promotions that go hand-in-hand with our Giftings. It’s great to gift someone but really – that’s just the starting point. Without a blog post, back links, key words and social media promotion, what good does the gifting do for your online business, right?   This is something that is extremely unique when using Celeb Hoopla that is worth much more than the small gifting investment.

 

If you follow our giftings you'll know that we usually give a percentage of the profits to the celebrity's favorite charity.  We continue this tradition by giving 10% back to Save the Children, which is a charity close to Jennifer Garner's heart and a favorite of Jennifer Powell, the creator of Fat Cat Phonics, who will be participating in this gifting. 

Deadline to book your spot in this amazing gifting opportunity is Friday, January 27th!  We are making our giftings even more affordable at only $50 to participate.  This is why we will fill up fast.  Don't miss out on this great opportunity!

This gifting is now CLOSED.  Stay tuned to see all of the amazing gifts Jennifer will be receiving.


As some of you know by now, a few of our clients requested that we offer a gifting service. Womentorz and Mommy Perks joined forces to offer Celeb Hoopla: a safe and affordable way to send gifts to hand-selected celebrities.

Operation Snuzzle

It's Cold Outside, but theirs HOT prices on Splendipity Universal Cover for Car Seats, Carts and More!  Keep those bitter cold winds off your baby while out running errands. Stopping for lunch or needing to go into the grocery store? No worries, use the universal cover for your high chairs and shopping carts too!

As part of Operation Snuzzle, for each cover that is purchased during the week of January 15-21st, Splendipity will donate an exact cover to a mother in need with a newborn.  Help a mother in need keep her newborn protected from harsh elements and not so pleasant germs by purchasing your Splendipity Universal Cover today and not only does Snuzzle Me have you covered, we have a mother in need covered too!

Click Here to Participate in Operation Snuzzle!

Promotional Opportunity Benefiting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is providing a wonderful way for you to promote your product and support a very worthy charity at the same time.  Here's more information about the event:

A food, wine and spirit tasting along with an evening
of casino games

Friday, March 23, 2012
Doral Arrowwood, Rye Brook, NY
to Benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society,
Connecticut Chapter 

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter is kicking off for the second year MS Casino Royale on Friday, March 23, 2012 at Doral Arrowwood in Rye Brook, NY.  This event will offer guests an enjoyable night out with friends while playing for a great cause! The evening will include Black Jack, Poker, Craps and Roulette tables, as well as Tastings from fabulous restaurants, Wine and spirit tastings and live entertainment.  People attending the event are very high profile and great to promote your product and business to.

3 Options to Choose from:

100-200 Items for our Gift bags
2-10 high end items for our VIP Gift Bags
1(+) items for our Silent Auction

Participating Vendors will receive:

•    Name listed in our event program. ( If you would like a journal ad please request price sheet)
•    Logo/Name recognition on the chapter website with link to your company website, located at www.ctfightsMS.org
•    Option to put in a promotional brochure, business card or coupon into our gift bags with the donation of an auction item and or gift bags items.

Deadline for product submission is March 1st, 

but the earlier the better!

For more information or to confirm please contact:

Carrie Levitt

Phone: 860-913-2550 X52605

Email: Carrie.Kaplan@nmss.org

THE BREAST CHEK KIT, INC. LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE ACTIVE WEAR LINE TARGETING POST MASTECTOMY WOMEN

Atlanta, GA - The Breast Chek Kit, Inc., inventors of the patented Breast Chek Kit Shirt for teaching breast self-examination, recently announced the launch of an innovative, new active wear line targeting women who have had mastectomies.   The La Bubé Athletica line incorporates special technical features and fabrics specifically to address the post-surgical needs of women as they move toward exercise and the rehabilitation process. The stylish workout and lifestyle wear is for all women and shows support for those who are battling breast cancer as well as those who have survived. While other mastectomy manufacturers have produced functional intimate wear such as bras, camisoles and swimsuits, with built-in pockets, La Bubé Athletica is the first to offer active wear with hidden pockets for prosthetics or breast enhancers. The line includes functional classic tanks, racer back tops, camisoles, and jackets, with matching hoodies, pants, vests and accessories to complement the collection.     According to Linda Lewis, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Breast Chek Kit, Inc., the workout wear will fill a void in the market. "La Bubé Athletica is a unique lifestyle line that will appeal to women who were active and stylish before their surgery and who fully intend to remain active afterwards. The line is so stylish that every woman, who enjoys wearing beautiful active wear as they run errands, travel, and shop, will want to wear La Bubé Athletica for its amazing function, style and unparallel comfort". A portion of all proceeds will go toward breast cancer education and research. The La Bubé Athletica collection plans to debut at the Magic Apparel Tradeshow Las Vegas in February 2012 for retail buyers. For more information about La Bubé Athletica, go to: www.wearlabube.com. Media inquiries may contact Stanley Yorker, syorker@wearlabube.com. Retailers and Buyer inquiries or to schedule an appointment may be addressed to: sales@wearlabube.com.

The Next Big Zing and SkyMall

The Next Big Zing has been selected by SkyMall catalog to search for the most innovative products of 2012! 5 lucky winners will have their products highlighted in this Summer edition! 1.8 million people a day see SkyMall catalog, imagine what this exposure could do for your brand! As well, The Next Big Zing will run each contestant though the evaluation to be considered for The Next Big Zing Award. 

Application are being taken at www.thenextbigzing.com. a small evaluation fee applies. Contest expires March 15, 2012. Winners will be announced to the public July 1st. The top ten contenders will be presented to SkyMall, and they will contact winners directly. See contest rules on application.  Good luck!

Amy's Valentine's Video Guide

Get the ultimate online promotion of your product for the big "V" Day!!!  The very talented Amy Porterfield will be creating a Valentine's Video Guide where she will review products and use the Womentorz network to get out to tens of thousands of fans and followers.  Here's you get if you're part of the video:

• Positive review of product that you can use in your own marketing material.  If Amy feels that she can' provide a positive review your money will be refunded.  
• Mention of your website address in the video.
• Video will be featured on the Womentorz homepage getting thousands of visitors
• Video will also be featured on the Womentorz YouTube channel
• Month long tweet campaign getting out to over 30,00 fans and followers
• Video shared on the Womentorz Facebook page
• Blog posting featuring video as well as high res product photos with links to individual websites.
• Oh, and your product will actually be returned following the review if return postage is enclosed.

All for only $25!!!  Don't miss this opportunity! The deadline to be part of this massive online promotion ends January 6th.  Reserve your place today!

Kiboomu is the new iTunes for Kids at a Fraction of the Price!

Are you a teacher, home school parent or educator? Are you building your music library, looking for affordable early childhood songs?

The new Kiboomu has just launched: www.Kiboomu.com

 

Kiboomu was founded in late 2010 and since that time, has skyrocketed in the realm of social media. The co-owners, Sherry and Wendy, have a heart and passion for education, music and early childhood. Kiboomu is a woman-owned website run by two award-winning females with backgrounds in music, early childhood and global business ownership. Their combined interests include the music industry, education, learning songs, multicultural materials, children's apps, arts/crafts, teaching tools and more.

Teachers, parents, grandparents, home-schoolers, nannies and librarians can purchase annual music subscriptions for $10 (50 song downloads) or $24 (unlimited downloads). Kiboomu hopes to assist teachers and parents by offering affordable music for their homes and classrooms. Songs range from theme-based (ABC's, 123's, country western, French, Spanish, etc) to holiday related and faith-oriented; with everything in between!

Why buy from iTunes when Kiboomu has you covered for a fraction of the price? When you purchase the $24 subscription, you’ll have access to unlimited songs for just $2 per month.

Now that’s something to SING about!

Visit: www.Kiboomu.com

November: Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month

By Karen Whittier, Embrace Activism

 

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s   condemns the patient and their loved ones to a tragic demise. A form of this disease, early on-set, has affected my extended family and it is truly a tragedy.

Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a form of dementia. The risk of Alzheimer’s, as well as dementia, increases with age, but it’s important to note Alzheimer’s is not considered a normal consequence of aging. Alzheimer’s is a progressive, neurologic disease that impacts mental ability to such a degree normal, daily living activities cannot be done. Three typical, cognitive functions impacted are: remembering, reasoning, and planning. Additional areas that may be compromised are communication ability, mood and personality.

Although there is no cure at this time for Alzheimer’s there are treatments available that can slow its progressive nature, and most importantly for me, improve the quality of life for the Alzheimer’s patient as well as assisting and supporting their care givers. Therefore, recognizing the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease are critical. 

Symptoms of Alzheimer's disease           Signs (examples)
Memory loss                                               Frequently forgetting new information
Problems with familiar tasks                        Getting confused while cooking or playing a game
Problems with language                              Forgetting simple words or using wrong words
Disorientation to time and place                  Getting lost in a familiar neighborhood
Poor judgment                                           Dressing inappropriately for the weather
Problems with abstract thought                   Trouble with simple math
Misplacing things                                       Putting an iron in the freezer
Changes in mood and behavior                  Unusual bouts of anger or rapid mood swings
Changes in personality                               Becoming overly confused, suspicious, afraid,
                                                                or dependent
Loss of initiative                                        Lack of interest in usual activities

Before you get overly alarmed about your own mental state know it IS normal to occasionally do those listed above. If you routinely forget where you’ve parked…and can’t retrace your steps or if you’re consistently forgetting the names of those close to you then you might have cause for concern. It is worth noting however, that other forms of dementia can exhibit similar symptoms. Some of these other types of dementia are, in fact reversible, so it is imperative to be evaluated by a knowledgeable health care professional. 

As mentioned earlier, currently there is no known cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Early detection and diagnosis can give the AD patient the time to get affairs set, financially and legally; to prepare for the needed care, both short and long-term; and feel they have some control over the course of their life. Early diagnosis may also open up participation in clinical trials. Not surprisingly, AD patients can suffer from depression that manifests itself in insomnia and a decline in overall health. Depression can and should be treated. Also, it is important for AD patients and their caregivers to work with professionals to insure quick and easy, yet nutritious meals are made. In addition, engaging in regular exercise will improve the general health and wellness of an AD patient. Anxiety and fear can overwhelm an AD patient. Yoga focusing on the breath can help reduce these feelings in the early stages of Alzheimer’s. Laughter Yoga can be used as a form of exercise as well as easing depression.

Caregivers for AD patients are probably the closest thing we have to angels on Earth. Burnout is a common condition for caregivers though. Caregivers should develop a network of support. Information on what caregivers need can be found at Help Guide.

No one knows the future, Alzheimer’s disease reinforces the call to live each day as if it were your last.

Empower yourself!

Health, Wellness & CURES!!

To visit Embrace Activism and give back Click Here

The following websites provided information for this article: ALZ, Alzheimer's Defined, NIH Alzheimers
 

Associated Press Holiday Gift Guide Roundup

Who should reply: Inventors of stuff for the man cave, kitchen utensils, coffee makers, men, gifts for tweens, fitness gadgets, graphics software, lingerie, whimsy gift ideas, bath accessories, toilet room decor, office organization, VHS to DVD software, throw rugs, latch hook kits, gifts for artists, for the girl golfer, football enthusiast, boots, French country, country decor, sheet sets, handbags, luggage, e-readers, tablets, tech products.

RESPOND BY: Saturday, 11/19/2011, 5 p.m. Pacific

Email: Contact @ MSMarketIntel.com* for more information.

SUBJECT LINE: Associated Press Holiday Gift Guide, [Your product name].

INCLUDE: Your company and product name, product description, your name, phone number, email, web site, Facebook and online store links.

This is an opportunity to work with Mulberry Street, our professional PR firm partner, at greatly reduced rates to be pitched to a product reviewer for the Associated Press. This is an internationally syndicated news service and will be picked up by thousands of media outlets worldwide.

*Please do not copy and paste the email address above. Just type it like a typical email address. We add the spaces to minimize spam crawlers. Thanks!

Holiday Gift Guides #1: Fashion, Fitness, Health, Beauty

A product reviewer is writing multiple holiday gift guide stories for an unnamed outlet identified as a “top national web site.” She is seeking products to review for multiple holiday gift guide stories (baby products are not requested for this opportunity).



RESPOND BY: Saturday, 11/19/2011, 5 p.m. Pacific

Who should respond: Inventors of products in Fashion, Fitness, Health & Beauty
Note from the journalist: Whether it's a holiday scented candle, mini espresso machine, glittery polish, limited edition set, fitness kit, etc., I'd love to hear more information for consideration.

Email: Contact @ MSMarketIntel.com* for more information.
SUBJECT LINE: Lifestyle & Fitness Holiday Gift Guide #1, [Your product name].
INCLUDE: Your company and product name, product description, your name, phone number, email, web site, Facebook and online store links.

This is an opportunity to work with Mulberry Street, our professional PR firm partner, at greatly reduced rates to be pitched to a product reviewer writing multiple holiday gift guide stories for an unnamed outlet identified as a “top national web site.”

*Please do not copy and paste the email address above. Just type it like a typical email address. We add the spaces to minimize spam crawlers. Thanks!

November: Diabetes Awareness Month

 By Karen Whittier, Embrace Activism

November is the Awareness Month for Diabetes. Diabetes is a chronic disease that develops when the body’s not able to produce enough insulin and/or is ineffectual in its use of insulin. Insulin is a hormone the body creates to change the foods we eat into energy for the body’s use. There are two types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 often referred as Juvenile Diabetes occurs when the body’s own immune system destroys insulin producing cells. Those with Type 1 diabetes must take insulin daily. In Type 2 diabetes, individuals are insulin resistant; their bodies do not make enough insulin or the insulin is ineffective in transferring sugar in the blood into the body’s cells where it’s needed. High blood sugar levels can cause serious damage to the body.  Diabetics must track their blood sugar levels.

Type 2 diabetes used to be referred to as Adult-Onset Diabetes, but now it is not uncommon for children and youth to develop Type 2 diabetes. One of the main risk factors for Type 2 diabetes is obesity. In 1963 only 4% of children and youth (6-19yrs of age) were classified as obese. By 2000 that number had jumped to 15% with the trend still on the rise. Besides obesity, other possible reasons for the increase in Type 2 diabetes include a low level of physical activity and exposure to diabetes in the womb.  Signs and symptoms of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are:

Type 1 Diabetes
· Frequent urination
· Unusual thirst
· Extreme hunger
· Unusual weight loss
· Extreme fatigue and Irritability

Type 2 Diabetes*
· Any of the Type 1 symptoms
· Frequent infections
· Blurred vision
· Cuts/bruises that are slow to heal
· Tingling/numbness in the hands/feet
· Recurring skin, gum, or bladder infections
*Often people with type 2 diabetes have no symptoms

The costs of Type 2 diabetes are staggering affecting quality of life and lifespan on an individual basis plus placing a huge demand on public health programs as well as impacting worker productivity. Awareness and early detection are key for breast cancer. Awareness and early detection of diabetes is important to get started on treatment and reduce the risk of developing complications from diabetes. Embrace Activism is all about PREVENTION; maintaining a healthy weight eating nutritious foods and exercising your body actively, minimum 30 min/day, 5x/week for adults and a minimum 60 min/day, 5x/week for children and youth are two lifestyle choices in your control that can prevent or at least delay Type 2 diabetes.  

Empower yourself!

Health, Wellness & CURES!!

To visit Embrace Activism and give back Click Here

Information provided from the following websites:  American Diabetes Association, Healthfinder, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, National Library of Medicine

Immediate Media Pitching Opportunity - Fox News is looking for products for new moms to review for their holiday gift guide.

Fox News is looking for products for new moms to review for their holiday gift guide. 
 

Who should respond: Inventors of products for new moms, launched in 2011. RESPOND BY: Tuesday, 11/15 10 a.m. Pacific for more information. Email Contact [at] MSMarketIntel.com. SUBJECT LINE: Fox News Product Review, [Your product name]. INCLUDE: Your company and product name, product description, your name, phone number, email, web site, Facebook and online store links. This is an opportunity to work with Mulberry Street, our professional PR firm partner, at greatly reduced rates to be pitched to Fox News.

Media Opportunity: Fox News Holiday Gift Guide - Products for New Moms Launched in 2011

Fox News is looking for products for new moms to review for their holiday gift guide.

Who Should Respond: Inventors of products for new moms; must be new to market in 2011.
RESPOND BY: Tuesday, 11/15 10 a.m. Pacific for more information.
EMAIL: Contact [at] MSMarketIntel.com.
SUBJECT LINE: Fox News Product Review, [Your product name].
INCLUDE: Your company and product name, product description, your name, phone number, email, web site, Facebook and online store links.

This is an opportunity to work with Mulberry Street, our professional PR firm partner, at greatly reduced rates to be pitched to Fox News for a holiday gift guide.

Womentorz Hosts Green Halloween in Downtown Edmonds

We had such a great time hosting Green Halloween in downtown Edmonds, WA.  We had a booth in the middle of all of the action filled with great products to bring green awareness.  As you can see from the photos below, the crowds were in the thousands.

For those of you who don't know, I support Green Halloween for personal reasons even though I don't have a "green" business per say.  My son has a peanut allergy, so Halloween is a tough time for us.  I'm not personally anti candy, but I think it's important to provide other items for the children who have dietary restrictions.  It was a great feeling promoting other businesses with green or healthy products and know that they were getting a lot of exposure.  


Here are some action shots from the event:

Amalia Martino with BlueShoes Media was all smiles and so much fun to work with!!!

Honest Tea saw a lot of "super" action!

Teresa Wippel with My Edmonds News brought joy to the faces of all!

Jordan Mitchell with Honest Tea saved the day for all of the kids by providing healthy
and tasty beverages!

 Thank you to our local and Womentorz network supporters!

Click Here to see the National Sponsors who support Green Halloween.

Click Here to become to follow Green Halloween Edmonds on Facebook