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Confero, Inc. Named To Carolina Parenting’s 2010 N.C. Family-Friendly 50 List

Aug 26, 2010 by Confero Inc.

Customer Experience Measurement Firm Honored For Offering Family-Friendly Opportunities In The Workplace

CARY, N.C. – Elaine Buxton, CEO and president of Confero, Inc. (www.conferoinc.com), a national customer experience measurement firm, has announced that the firm has been named to Carolina Parenting Inc.’s N.C. Family-Friendly 50 list for 2010 . The Family-Friendly 50 honor recognizes companies in North Carolina that help working parents by offering family-friendly employment programs, policies and opportunities. Selections are made in partnership with the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. Confero will be recognized in a special section of the September issues of Carolina Parent, Charlotte Parent and Piedmont Parent, at events in all three markets and on Carolina Parenting Inc.’s websites. For more information, visit http://www.carolinaparent.com.

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Elaine Buxton Named To Triangle Go Red For Women Executive Leadership Team

Aug 18, 2010 by Confero Inc.

President Of Customer Experience Measurement Firm Supports Initiative To Raise Awareness Of Heart Disease

CARY, N.C. – Confero, Inc. (www.conferoinc.com), a national customer experience measurement firm, has announced that Elaine Buxton, president, will serve on the Triangle Go Red for Women executive leadership team. Leadership team members will help raise awareness of heart disease as the number one killer of women, encourage preventative measures that lower the risk of heart disease, and support the annual Triangle Goes Red for Women luncheon.

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“I am excited to be named to the Triangle Go Red for Women executive leadership team,” said Buxton. “Go Red for Women is an extraordinary initiative, and it is critical that we continue to raise awareness of heart disease as the leading cause of death for women while providing information on preventive measures that everyone can take in order to improve health and save lives.”

DETAILS: – Buxton was selected as a 2009 Woman Extraordinaire honoree, which distinguished her as a leader, innovator, problem solver and inspiration to other business women in the Research Triangle region. Additionally, she was named a 2010 Enterprising Women of the Year recipient by Enterprising Women magazine.

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Confero, Inc. Sponsors Triangle Goes Red For Women Luncheon

May 04, 2010 by Confero Inc.

Customer Experience Measurement Firm Supports May 7 Event To Raise Awareness Of Heart Disease As Leading Cause Of Death For Women

CARY, N.C. – Elaine Buxton, CEO and president of Confero, Inc. (www.conferoinc.com), a national customer experience measurement firm, has announced that the firm will be a corporate table sponsor for the 3rd annual Triangle Goes Red for Women luncheon, scheduled for Friday, May 7 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Crabtree Marriott, located at 4500 Marriott Drive in Raleigh. The mission of the Triangle Goes Red for Women luncheon is to increase awareness of heart disease, the number one cause of death for women, and to encourage preventative measures that lower the risk of heart disease. The luncheon will include educational mini-seminars, a VIP meet-and-greet, a heart-healthy lunch and a keynote address.

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“Go Red for Women is a passionate social initiative designed to empower women to take charge of their heart health,” said Buxton. “Their mission has been to raise awareness of heart disease as the leading cause of death for women, and to educate women so that heart disease is no longer thought of as an ’older man’s disease.’ We are pleased to support such a worthy cause by sponsoring the 3rd annual Triangle Goes Red for Women luncheon, and look forward to a great event.”

DETAILS: – To register for the luncheon, visit www.heart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3056052 .

- The inaugural Triangle Goes Red for Women luncheon raised more than $100,000 to support education and research on heart disease.

- The American Heart Association created Go Red for Women in order to dispel myths and raise awareness of heart disease as the number one killer of women. Go Red for Women is a social initiative designed to empower women to take charge of their heart health. For more information, visit www.goredforwomen.org.

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Elaine Buxton Named 2010 Enterprising Woman Of The Year

Mar 30, 2010 by Confero Inc.

Confero, Inc. President Honored As Top Woman Entrepreneur In North America

CARY, N.C. – Confero, Inc. (www.conferoinc.com), a national customer experience measurement firm, has announced that Elaine Buxton, president, has been named a 2010 Enterprising Woman of the Year by Enterprising Women magazine. This award honors women business owners who have demonstrated that they have fast-growth businesses, mentor or actively support other women and girls involved in entrepreneurship, and stand out as leaders in their communities. Many of the award recipients are also leaders in key organizations that support the growth of women’s entrepreneurship. Buxton won in the category of a business with between $1 million and $5 million in annual sales revenue. Winners were recognized at an awards celebration March 17-19 at the Marriott Doral Golf Resort and Spa in Miami.

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“I am honored to be named a 2010 Enterprising Woman of the Year,” said Buxton. “Women business leaders are a powerful force, and I am humbled that my achievements are considered worthy to join this influential list. I thank Enterprising Women for this recognition, and for their continuous support of women’s entrepreneurship.”

DETAILS: – Buxton was named as a 2009 Woman Extraordinaire honoree, distinguishing her as a leader, innovator, problem solver and inspiration to other business women in the Research Triangle region.

- In 2010, Buxton was elected president of the Mystery Shopping Providers Association (www.mysteryshop.org) board of directors. Additionally, she was elected to the Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina board of directors.

- Buxton is an Enterprising Women Advisory Board member. As a Board member, she provides advice to the publication’s staff to tailor the publication to meet the needs of entrepreneurial women.

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Elaine Buxton Discusses Customer Experience In The New Economy At Enterprising Women Conference

Mar 22, 2010 by Confero Inc.

Confero, Inc. President Joins Fellow Enterprising Women Advisory Board Members For Panel Discussion On The New Business Model

CARY, N.C. – Confero, Inc. (www.conferoinc.com), a national customer experience measurement firm, has announced that Elaine Buxton, president, will join a workshop panel discussion, “The New Business Model: Growing Your Business in Challenging Economic Times,” on Thursday, March 18 from 3:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Enterprising Women of the Year Awards. Buxton is a member of the Enterprising Women Advisory Board for Enterprising Women magazine, and she will join fellow board members in the panel discussion focusing on how each has adapted her company’s business model to meet the challenges of a recessionary economy. Buxton will discuss how targeted customer experience and social media strategies can positively impact business growth.

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“I am pleased to be selected as a panelist for The New Business Model workshop,” said Buxton. “As business owners, we have all endured a life-changing experience over the past two years during this recession. Each of us has had to make changes as challenges presented themselves, and many businesses are examining ways to improve their customer experiences as a way to differentiate from the competition. This can have a tremendous impact on how businesses grow in our sluggish economy, and I am excited to share my insight and discuss the tactics that have been successful.”

DETAILS: – The 2010 Enterprising Women of the Year Awards is an annual tribute to North America’s top women entrepreneurs. The award finalists and winners will be recognized during a three-day celebratory event held Wednesday, March 17 through Friday, March 19 at the Marriott Doral Golf Resort and Spa, located at 4400 Northwest 87th Ave. in Miami. This is the eighth anniversary of the gala awards celebration.

- Buxton was named a 2010 Enterprising Woman of the Year by Enterprising Women magazine. This award honors women business owners who have demonstrated that they have fast-growth businesses, mentor or actively support other women and girls involved in entrepreneurship, and stand out as leaders in their communities.

- As an Enterprising Women Advisory Board member, Buxton provides advice to the publication’s staff to tailor the publication to meet the needs of entrepreneurial women.

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