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Scholarships available to attend 2024 Annual Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) conference

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The Student Scholarship is for WiCyS student members. The Faculty Scholarship is given to WiCyS Student Chapter advisors or faculty members who have not previously attended the conference. Equity and Advancement Scholarships are for WiCyS non-student members who are part of underrepresented populations. Veteran Scholarships are for all WiCyS members who are U.S. veterans. Each scholarship includes discounted registration and two nights of complimentary, shared lodging.

“Since 2014, WiCyS has been making the conference accessible for aspiring professionals. For every regular registration, we continue to offer a scholarship for a student, educator, underrepresented or underserved professional.,” said Janell Straach, WiCyS conference chair. “We are incredibly grateful to the conference sponsors that help to make this unique scholarship offering possible for the community.”

Scholarship applications must be received by Nov. 6. For more information, visit http://www.wicys.org/events/wicys-2024/scholarships/.

About WiCyS:
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) is a nonprofit organization with international reach dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in cybersecurity. Founded by Dr. Ambareen Siraj from Tennessee Tech University through a National Science Foundation grant in 2013, WiCyS offers opportunities, trainings, events, and resources for its members. Strategic partners include Tier 1: Akamai Technologies, Amazon, AT&T Cybersecurity, Battelle, Bloomberg, Carnegie Mellon University – Software Engineering Institute, Cisco, Ford Motor Company, Fortinet, Google, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, Optum, Sandia National Laboratories, SentinelOne. Tier 2: Accenture, Aristocrat, Dell Technologies, DeVry University, Intel, JPMorgan Chase & Co., LinkedIn, McKesson, Navy Federal Credit Union, NCC Group, Nike, Workday, Yubico Inc. To partner, visit http://www.wicys.org/support/strategic-partnerships/.

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Lynn Dohm, Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), 815-530-7307, [email protected], https://www.wicys.org/

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Women’s Bean Project Unveils Subscription Box Program, Trading Soup for Success

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“We are thrilled to introduce Women’s Bean Project’s subscription box program, a business initiative that not only delivers gourmet products to doorsteps nationwide but also plays a pivotal role in addressing workforce barriers for women,” said Tamra Ryan, CEO of Women’s Bean Project. “Our approach is two-fold: delivering high-quality, curated products to consumers while empowering women to transform their lives.”

Highlights of WBP’s subscription program include:

  • Year-round Empowerment: A year of seasonal subscription boxes for $300 ($75 per box four times a year) is directly going towards a year of empowering women who are ready to change their lives.
  • Impactful Investment: Every $300 in product sales equates to empowering women with transferrable job skills training, building a sober and supportive community, and providing fair wages and full-time employment.
  • Exclusive Goodies: In return, $300 provides access to seasonal WBP products curated by program participants or graduates shipped anywhere in the country. Consumers will also receive exclusive collectible items, recipe cards, and WBP swag.
  • Personal Connection: Each box contains a personalized thank you from WBP program participants, showing their appreciation

Every subscription is another stepping stone toward self-sufficiency for the women served by WBP. To make a difference in the lives of women in Colorado, purchase a subscription box here and visit our website at www.womensbeanproject.com.

About Women’s Bean Project:

Founded in 1989 in Denver, CO, Women’s Bean Project (WBP) is a pioneering social enterprise dedicated to helping the women they employ transform their lives by facing and overcoming their barriers to employment. WBP has been a beacon of hope, empowerment, and positive change for countless women in Colorado and beyond. Women’s Bean Project believes that every woman deserves the opportunity to break free from the cycle of poverty and unemployment. WBP’s unique approach combines job skills training with the production of gourmet food products, offering participants a pathway to self-sufficiency while producing exceptional goods. By purchasing WBP products, gift boxes, or subscribing to their new subscription boxes, individuals contribute directly to this transformative mission, making a real difference in the lives of the women served.

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Monica Magee, Women’s Bean Project, 1 303.292.1919 117, [email protected], https://www.womensbeanproject.com/

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Women We Admire Announces Top 50 Women Leaders in Real Estate for 2023

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Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders in Real Estate for 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Exceptional women are shattering barriers and making significant advancements in the real estate sector. The appeal of this market is undeniable, considering that the global real estate industry is expected to reach a staggering $613.6 trillion in 2023. Fortunately, women have already attained impressive levels of success in the U.S. real estate landscape, constituting 57% of all brokers and agents.

The recipients of this year’s awards possess knowledge and dedication that prove invaluable to their clients. They cater to a diverse clientele, including individuals, large corporations, nonprofits, individual investors, and more, all showcasing an unparalleled level of expertise. Their leadership has not only breathed new life into the organizations they serve but also holds the potential to inspire and empower a new generation of women leaders.

This year’s honorees include Lori Lane, who serves as the President and Managing Broker of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties’ highly successful New Homes Division. Under Lane’s guidance, the Luxury Collection sales have achieved a remarkable 395% increase in sales volume.

We are also proud to recognize Kathryn Scarborough, who holds the position of President at Austin, Engel & VVlkers Austin. Notably, Scarborough has consistently been the company’s Top Producer from 2004 to 2023 and set a historic record by selling a home listed for $38.9 million, the highest-recorded sale in Austin, Texas’s history. Lastly, we celebrate Laura Brady, the visionary Founder and CEO of the international luxury real estate auction firm, Concierge Auctions, which, in just a decade, has achieved sales exceeding $2 billion.

Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of The Top 50 Women Leaders in Real Estate for 2023.

Chelby Sanders (Cresa), Lori Lane (Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties), Roxanne Kemph (CBRE), Leigh Griffin (Cushman & Wakefield), Amy MacLaren (CBRE), Lara Shuqom Gehl (The Collective at Compass), Julia Evinger (Marcus & Millichap), Lori Muller (EXIT Realty), Lisa VanCleave Lay (BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee), Anneke Greco (JLL), Maria Cintron (Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty), Valerie Richardson (ICSC), Maura Flanagan (CBRE), Gabrielle Witkin (TTR Sotheby’s International Realty), Tricia Brouwers (Wintrust Mortgage), Linda Booker (Core5 Industrial Partners), Isabelle Owens (Owens Realty Services), Kathy Sawin (Metro Commercial), Candice Burney (Ray Stone Incorporated), Jennifer Sutter (Acento Real Estate Partners), Stephanie Graves (Q10 Property Advisors), Courtney Schnee (Northwood Ravin), Kathryn Scarborough (Engel & VVlkers Austin), Diana Pittro (RMK Management), Vendy Chan (Century 21 Real Estate Alliance Group), Laura Brady (Concierge Auctions), Lacy Beasley (Retail Strategies), Jocelyn Vas (Final Offer), Marie McLucas (Primax Properties), Joy Peters (Signature Property Management), Connie Yoshimura (Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alaska Realty), Lauren Vanni Kinard (First Excel Title), Kathy Makino-Leipsitz (Shelborne Development), and many others.

To view the full list visit https://thewomenweadmire.com/2023/10/02/the-top-50-women-leaders-in-real-estate-of-2023/

About Women We Admire

Women We Admire provides news and information on today’s women leaders in business, entertainment, sports, motherhood, medicine, law, and many other fields. We cover a broad range of topics and areas of interest aimed at recognizing the achievements of exceptional women while inspiring others to aim high and continue their journey towards reaching their full potential. Women We Admire and its affiliates circulate its content to over 32,000 individuals and businesses.

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Rare Beauty Dominates Hispanic-Owned Beauty Brands for Earned Media Value So Far in 2023

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Rare Beauty, founded and owned by singer and actress Selena Gomez, takes the top spot, with creators generating a massive $410.5 million EMV for the brand January through August 2023. Additionally, Rare Beauty was the No. 1 U.S. cosmetics brand by EMV ($42.0 million) across the entire industry in August, beating out Charlotte Tilbury ($35.3 million EMV in August), MAC ($31.7 million), and Benefit ($31.0 million).

The topline analysis from CreatorIQ identified over 8K creators posting about Hispanic-owned beauty brands more than 190K times, driving an estimated 7 billion impressions, 425 million engagements, and $650 million EMV. This last figure constitutes a 13% year-over-year EMV increase for the Hispanic-owned cosmetics space as a whole, which also enjoyed respective 67% and 64% YoY growths in impressions and engagements.

The top five Hispanic-owned beauty brands for January-August this year by EMV are:

  1. Rare Beauty — $410,466,595
  2. Sigma Beauty — $51,101,914
  3. Beautyblender — $26,379,605
  4. Glamlite — $20,307,732
  5. Melt Cosmetics — $16,702,694

Of these brands, Rare Beauty also boasted the most engaged community, with its fans averaging $31.1K EMV each. One of Rare Beauty’s most effective posts came in March, when the brand debuted its smash-hit Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil. Social media star Jooshica shared an Instagram Reel of herself bonding with brand founder Selena Gomez at the product’s launch party, inspiring $205.8K EMV.

While it didn’t rank among the top five Hispanic-owned beauty brands, Reina Rebelde ($1.9M EMV) sported the cohort’s most impressive year-over-year increase in EMV, rising 288% compared to January through August 2022. The brand, founded by Regina Merson, has also grown its impressions by 567%, upped engagements by a notable 813%, and increased its creator audience by 312% year-over-year.

“With more than $2.5 trillion in buying power, the U.S. Hispanic community continues to be an important demographic for marketers, with savvy Hispanic entrepreneurs launching brands that connect directly with the communities and values they care about,” said Brit Starr, SVP of Marketing at CreatorIQ. “A perfect example of this is Selena Gomez and Rare Beauty, which has leveraged the power of social media and creators to dominate that part of the market.”

About CreatorIQ

CreatorIQ is the engine powering creator-led marketing for the world’s most innovative, iconic brands and agencies including AB InBev, Airbnb, Calvin Klein, CVS, Disney, H&M, Sephora, and Unilever. Our industry-leading data and robust technology help marketers discover, activate, optimize, and convert creator relationships at scale. By putting creators at the center of their marketing efforts, our clients unlock the full potential of creator relationships to expand brand reach, scale quality content production, grow customer engagement, and increase return on creator spend.

Founded in 2014, CreatorIQ is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in San Francisco, Denver, Austin, Detroit, Chicago, Toronto, Miami, New York City, London, Auckland, and Kharkiv (UA). For more information, visit CreatorIQ.com.

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Mike Gasbara, CreatorIQ, 1 5182278100, [email protected]

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When It Seems Like God Has You In A Holding Pattern, Make The Most Of It

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“I was inspired to write this book by various people who were waiting to see God move in their lives, those who had to learn how to trust God’s process,” said Little.

Dr. Tiffany A. Little is a highly sought after empowerment specialist, thought leader and advocate for educational and spiritual growth and development. She has a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Superintendence. She is the founder of the nonprofit organization, Composing Minds, Inc. Realizing she had a dual call to both education and ministry; Dr. Little became a Certified Lay Minister of the United Methodist Church. She is the author of My Praise is Greater than My Struggle.

Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 20,000 titles published to date. The Appointed Time is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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Dr. Tiffany A. Little, Salem Author Services, 704-298-1862, [email protected], tiffanyalittle.org

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Book Utilizes Biblical Fiction to Share Old Testament with Christians

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“The first six chapters of Daniel are all about four young men banding together and supporting one another as they face horrific challenges in a hostile culture,” said McIntosh. “Their stories are both timeless and timely, and their commitment to Adonai and one another enables them to overcome some of the greatest threats anyone has ever faced.”

Broken up into three stories, “The Furnace” recounts the adventures of four Hebrew youths who then commit themselves to God, each other and excellence while exiled in Babylon and the Chaldean empire. It culminates in them finding God’s power and warmth rather than destruction. “The Restoration” picks up after “The Furnace,” bringing some romance into the lives of the youths and their elevation in the Chaldean realm. “The Den” details the collapse of the Chaldean regime, and the division of the quartet. The story recounts the rise of Daniel to the position of greatest authority and the treachery of his “colleagues,” culminating in his night with the lions.

“Christian youths find themselves in a progressively hostile culture that seeks to undermine their fundamental beliefs, much like these four young men faced,” said McIntosh. “Their lives and their commitment can provide a map for young people to stand firm and remain faithful.”

“The Babylonian Quartet: The Furnace The Restoration The Den”
By J. Clarke McIntosh
ISBN: 9781664261686 (softcover); 9781664261693 (hardcover); 9781664261679 (electronic)
Available at WestBow Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the author
J. Clarke McIntosh is based in South Carolina but spends most of his time as a medical missionary in South Sudan. He received his MD at Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston. Though he has no formal seminary training, he has studied the Scriptures daily since his conversion at age 15. To learn more, please visit http://www.westbowpress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/837525-the-babylonian-quartet. 

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New Report From Dos Mundos Creative Illuminates the Untapped Economic and Cultural ROI of Intentional Inclusivity

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Key findings in the report include the following:

  • Brand campaigns have historically perpetuated a strong gender bias, speaking at rather than to female-identifying consumers.
  • Women have a higher average return on investment; however, they typically receive only a small percentage of the funding their male counterparts are granted, and there is a longstanding underrepresentation of women, especially women of color, in leadership positions.
  • Despite being often overlooked, women and minorities represent significant buying power, evidenced by their rising economic and financial influence. The minority buying power surpassed $4 trillion in 2020.
  • Women influence a staggering 85% of consumer spending, contribute 37% to the Global GDP, and their growing participation in the workforce signifies an increasing buying power.
  • Post-COVID technological advancements, including the surge in Work from Home (WFH) and mobile banking technology, have amplified women’s financial agency. However, the rise of AI threatens job disruptions, particularly more for women than men.
  • Modern consumers, especially Gen Z, desire brands that address social issues. Campaigns that focus on diversity and inclusion have a higher recall and lead to increased purchase intent.
  • Modern consumers expect brands to uphold values such as environmental sustainability, social justice, and community involvement. Focusing on minority voices can help brands appeal to these ethically conscious consumers.
  • Recognizing “muted voices” and aligning marketing strategies with societal issues are critical for meaningful audience targeting.

Moving forward, the report proffers the incredible need for a deliberate paradigm shift toward women and minority groups considering their substantial economic influence and responsiveness to tailored campaigns. Inside the report, readers will find supporting evidence of why this demographic wields so much purchasing and decision-making power.

Brands that genuinely appeal to, represent, and understand these segments stand to benefit significantly, both ethically and financially. The onus is on marketing leaders to recognize these overlooked segments’ power and incorporate strategies that cater to their unique needs and preferences.

To read the full report, visit https://dosmundoscreative.com/economic-equity-opportunity-2023-2024/

About DosMundos Creative

Dos Mundos Creative is an award-winning Brand Consultancy and Creative Studio, focused on World-Building campaigns for Fortune 500 and industry disruptors. Through inclusive storytelling and actionable creative strategies, Dos Mundos helps clients achieve high-value growth by finding new ways for them to be relevant and connect with consumers. Dos Mundos creates customized sustainable team systems and future proof programs that fit each client’s individual needs. For more information about our innovative campaigns please visit us at http://www.dosmundoscreative.com.

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Brooke Greenwald, Cornerstone Communications, LTD, 240-370-7036, [email protected], www.dosmundoscreative.com

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China committed to boosting high-quality development of girls’ and women’s education

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China attaches great importance to ensuring women’s equal right to education. Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping and special envoy of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for the advancement of girls’ and women’s education, stated this when attending the award ceremony of the 2023 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education held in Beijing on Thursday.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — China attaches great importance to ensuring women’s equal right to education. Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping and special envoy of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for the advancement of girls’ and women’s education, stated this when attending the award ceremony of the 2023 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education held in Beijing on Thursday.

Joined by Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, the ceremony awarded China’s Spring Bud Project and Pakistan’s Star School program.

China has closely collaborated with UNESCO, and the Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education, jointly established by the two sides, has set an example and provided valuable experience for the global development of girls’ and women’s education, Peng said.

Chinese women’s organizations have engaged in friendly exchanges with 429 women’s organizations and institutions in 145 countries, as well as relevant UN organizations.

Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the All-China Women’s Federation (ACWF) has donated pandemic prevention materials worth more than 20 million yuan (about $2.73 million) to nearly 30 countries.

Meanwhile, the ACWF has organized over 100 training and skills courses for more than 2,000 women’s organizations and institutions in more than 100 developing countries, including those along the Belt and Road Initiative.

Additionally, China ranks at the top in core indicators of maternal and child health among middle- and upper-income countries worldwide. The World Health Organization lists China among the top 10 countries with high performance in maternal and child health globally.

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Greenberg Traurig’s Angela C. Bunnell Selected for Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Leadership Program

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Angela C. Bunnell, a Litigation associate in the Boston office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, was selected to participate in the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Leadership Program (WLP) for 2023-24. This WLP cohort comprises 60 women from across a variety of industries.

BOSTON, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Angela C. Bunnell, a Litigation associate in the Boston office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, was selected to participate in the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Leadership Program (WLP) for 2023-24. This WLP cohort comprises 60 women from across a variety of industries.

Presented in partnership with Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership, the WLP empowers women leaders with the skills, mentorship, and network to excel in their own careers and create conditions for other women to thrive. Through a blend of academic classes, practical application, and social capital, the program aims to foster workplace gender equity and professional success. The WLP has graduated more than 1,000 women from across industries, sectors, and roles, including several women attorneys from Greenberg Traurig’s Boston office.

“We congratulate Angela on being selected for the WLP’s class of 2024,” said David J. Dykeman and Terence P. McCourt, co-managing shareholders of the firm’s Boston office. “She is a rising star in our litigation practice, and she will be an excellent addition to the WLP. We look forward to seeing the impact of her leadership in the Greater Boston business community.”

Bunnell focuses her practice on defending companies against unfair or deceptive business practices claims in individual and putative class action settings. She also represents companies and individuals responding to civil investigative demands under various regulatory schemes, including federal and state false claims acts and related enforcement actions brought by federal and state regulatory agencies.

About Greenberg Traurig’s Women’s Initiative: Greenberg Traurig is committed to its women lawyers’ success, which includes a firmwide women’s affinity group encompassing recruiting, retention, and business development. The firm regularly collaborates with like-minded organizations to address these issues on a broader scale in a variety of industries and communities. Greenberg Traurig also takes thoughtful action to address issues such as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, breaking the glass ceiling, mentoring, creating and maintaining healthy lifestyles, and giving back to the community. Twitter: @GTLawWomen

About Greenberg Traurig’s Boston Office: Established in 1999, Greenberg Traurig’s Boston office is home to more than 85 attorneys practicing in the areas of banking and finance, corporate, emerging technology, energy, environmental, gaming, governmental affairs, intellectual property, labor and employment, life sciences and medical technology, litigation, public finance, real estate, restructuring and bankruptcy, tax, and white collar defense and investigations. An important contributor to the firm’s international platform, the Boston office includes a team of nationally recognized attorneys with both public and private sector experience. The team offers clients the value of decades of helping clients in complex legal matters and hands-on knowledge of the local business community, supported by the firm’s vast network of global resources.

About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2650 attorneys in 47 locations in the United States, Europe and the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm is a 2022 BTI “Highly Recommended Law Firm” for superior client service and is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100 and NLJ 500. Greenberg Traurig is Mansfield Rule 5.0 Certified Plus by The Diversity Lab. The firm is recognized for powering its U.S. offices with 100% renewable energy as certified by the Center for Resource Solutions Green-e® Energy program and is a member of the U.S. EPA’s Green Power Partnership Program. The firm is known for its philanthropic giving, innovation, diversity, and pro bono. Web: http://www.gtlaw.com.

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