Seeking Nominations for the 2024 ATHENA on the Lakeshore Awards
Seeking Nominations for the 2024 ATHENA on the Lakeshore Awards
Muskegon, MI – Championing the spirit of female leadership and community empowerment, the prestigious ATHENA on the Lakeshore awards are presented annually in collaboration with the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Ferrysburg. Recognizing the remarkable achievements of women on the lakeshore, these awards celebrates those who exemplify not only excellence and innovation in their professional endeavors but also a profound commitment to uplifting others and enriching the fabric of our communities. From established leaders who serve as guiding lights to emerging talents shaping the future, the ATHENA and ATHENA Young Professional awards honor those who leave an incredible mark on Muskegon and North Ottawa County areas through their remarkable contributions.
An ATHENA Award Nominee:
- Is an established leader and mentor who assists women in reaching their full potential.
- Demonstrates excellence, creativity, and initiative in their business or profession.
- Devotes time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community.
- Involved in building relationships & collaboration in the region.
- Lives and/or works in North Ottawa or Muskegon County.
An ATHENA Young Professional Nominee:
- Is an emerging leader who demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in their business or profession.
- Serves as a role model for young women personally and professionally.
- Has a minimum of five (5) years professional experience.
- Provides valuable service to improve the quality of life for others in the community.
- Lives and/or works in North Ottawa or Muskegon County.
Nominations must be submitted by May 10, 2024. The link to the online nomination form can be found here or at muskegon.org or grandhavenchamber.org.
The award recipients will be announced and honored at the ATHENA on the Lakeshore Award Luncheon on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at the Trillium Catering and Event Center. Reservations can be made by visiting muskegon.org or by calling the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce at 231.722.3751.
ATHENA on the Lakeshore is a program of the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce and The Chamber Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Ferrysburg. PNC Bank is the premier sponsor.
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About ATHENA International
ATHENA International is a catalyst for developing diverse, transformative leaders worldwide through experiential programs that ignite, amplify, and celebrate girls, women, and allies —from young scholars to seasoned professionals. At the heart of everything we do are the Eight Principles of Enlightened Leadership™ (ATHENA Leadership Model®): Live Authentically, Learn Constantly, Build Relationships, Foster Collaboration, Act Courageously, Advocate Fiercely, Give Back and Celebrate. ATHENA is driven to bring empathy based, compassionate, and inclusive leadership culture to the workplace, educational institutions, and individuals.
In our pursuit of creating positive change, we empower women entrepreneurs to achieve new heights of success through ATHENAPowerLink®, an innovative mentorship program connecting selected entrepreneurs with a tailored advisory board to support the growth of their businesses. For over four decades, we have recognized exceptional women and pioneering leaders with ATHENA Leadership Awards on global, national, and community levels. Our impact extends to nearly 8,000 award recipients who stand as change-makers and trailblazers, opening doors.
About the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce – The Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce is the premier business membership organization on the Lakeshore. The Chamber represents approximately 1250 businesses and organizations, of every size and type, all over West Michigan. The Chamber has been working for 126 years to sustain an environment for business success, through community leadership, promotion, inclusive business advocacy and valued member services.