Market Mommy's S.T.A.R. Mom Entrepreneur Award

Funky Finds is a proud sponsor of Market Mommy's first annual S.T.A.R. Mom Entrepreneur Award! Read the below information from Market Mommy to learn more.

Are you {or someone you know} a S.T.A.R. {successful, tenacious, accomplished, remarkable} Mom Entrepreneur? If so, Market Mommy wants to honor you for your continued dedication to your business and your family!

Are you a leader? Are you balancing your business and family in a creative way? We want to hear what sets you apart from the thousands of other mom entrepreneurs! Why are you determined to succeed? Have you invented a product that is helping others? What have you done to show the world that you’re confident, remarkable and steadfast? Tell us, and you’ll be entered to win an absolutely awesome prize package.

We know it’s far from easy to balance a family and grow a business at the same time. And, many of you put in hour after hour and jump hurdle after hurdle in the pursuit of success. That’s why Market Mommy created the first S.T.A.R. Mom Entrepreneur Award...to recognize you for all the sacrifices you make in the name of entrepreneurship.

Not only will this award garner you the respect you deserve, it also comes with an unprecedented prize package! The winner will receive more than $3,500 in prizes. Visit the Sponsor Page for a full list of prizes & their sponsors. Once you’re nominated, you’ll be listed in the S.T.A.R. Mom Entrepreneur Award photo album on Facebook. There, your supporters can endorse you with their ‘likes’ and comments!

A fabulous panel of judges will review nominations and endorsements and chose the mom who best exemplifies success and tenacity. Market Mommy wants to honor a mom who is accomplished, has overcome adversity to make it and aims to balance her business and family life seamlessly. An all-around remarkable mom!

Is that you? It’s easy to nominate. Visit the Nominations Page to fill out the short form, and then e-mail one image {your logo, headshot, product image or another photograph that represents your business} to star@marketmommy.com. Once your nomination form & image is received, your image will be posted in the Facebook album & you will officially be registered. Nominations are being accepted through February 29, 2012. For a complete list of Official Rules, click here.

Timeline

Nominations Open: January 16, 2012

Nominations Close: February 29, 2012

Endorsements Accepted on Facebook until:
March 16, 2012

Winner Announced: On or around March 30, 2012

Helpful & Inspiring Blogs

I read TONS of blogs & wanted to share a few with you today. These blogs are very helpful to creatives and those running a small business.

1. Blacksburg Belle is a blog that aims to help creative women lead more fulfilling lives while doing what they love. Written by April & Linda, the site is frequently filled with tips on how to reach your goals, interviews with small biz owners, and much more. Facebook

2. Imaginative Bloom is where I first learned of April Bowles-Olin of Blacksburg Belle. She is a regular contributor to the site & shares equally important information & tips on this site, too. Facebook

3. The Handmade Business Blog is written by Sheryl Westleigh, a sculptor & jewelry designer from Maine. She shares videos & information that covers topics like how to handle copyright issues and how to use Google Analytics on your blog.

4. Just Something I Made is full of great craft ideas, free downloads and more. Check out the DIY Projects by Cathe section for past projects the author has shared. Facebook

5. A Beautiful Mess is Elsie Flannigan's blog. I'm sure you all know who Elsie is, but in case you don't, she's a young, inspiring entrepreneur who shares lots of good info & eye candy on her blog. Facebook

6. Whether you live in the Dallas/Fort Worth (Texas) area or not, DFW Craft Shows is a great source for those who sell at craft shows. Don't miss the helpful articles relating to the Craft Show Survival Kit! And, if you are in the DFW area, check the site frequently for updated craft show info. Facebook

7. Martha Latta of Sunday Afternoon Housewife always shares helpful info on her blog, too. I've learned a lot about Twitter, LinkWithin, and much more by reading Martha's articles. I also guest blog over there once a month! Facebook

Market Mommy

Dawn Berryman, founder of Market Mommy & owner of Announcements Galore, understand first-hand the struggles moms face when starting & marketing a small, online business. That is what prompted her to create this company that recently underwent a redesign & expansion in order to better meet the needs of Mom Entrepreneurs. The site offers a free business directory, an interactive forum, and more advertising opportunities in addition to their other great marketing services.

“Our sole purpose at Market Mommy is to help mom entrepreneurs effectively market their businesses on a limited budget,” said Dawn Berryman, founder of Market Mommy. “Our redesign has allowed us to add more free and low-cost options for moms to help get the word out about their businesses.”

The new site also incorporates Market Mommy:: The Blog into the company’s main website allowing visitors to visit the blog without leaving the main website. The blog is updated three to six times weekly and features more tips, success stories, giveaways and other resources to assist mom business owners.

Market Mommy offers a multitude of marketing advice and tips for mom business owners, a free marketing e-newsletter, low cost marketing services and links to great advertising options. This is a great source for any entrepreneur on a limited budget.