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ATHENA YOUNG PROFESSIONAL AWARD

NOMINATION INSTRUCTIONS

ATHENA of the Triangle inspires, develops and honors established and emerging women leaders.
The ATHENA Leadership Award celebrates exemplary leadership and is reflective of a quote by Plato: What is honored in a country will be cultivated there. Over 7,000 Recipients have been honored with the ATHENA Leadership Award since the program’s inception in 1982.
Presented to leaders across professional sectors, the ATHENA Leadership Award’s rich history, international scope and focus on mentorship distinguish it as one of the most prestigious leadership awards one can receive.

Awards Applications open March 21st, 2023 and close May 15, 2023.

Recipients will be announced at the September 2023 Awards Luncheon

ELIGIBILITY

ATHENA Young Professional Award Nominees must meet each of the following three criteria:

  • Demonstrates excellence, creativity, and initiative in her business or profession
  • Provides valuable service to improve the quality of life for others in her community
  • Clearly serves as a role model for young women both personally and professionally in the Triangle
  • Nominees are 40 years of age or younger.
  • Nominees may represent either the profit or not-for-profit sector.
  • Past nominees may be nominated again

COMPLETING THE FORM

  • You are encouraged to work closely with your nominee to complete their nomination.
  • Nominations for the ATHENA Young Professional Award must be submitted using this nomination form and format.
  • You may include supporting documents (articles, testimonials, etc) with your completed nomination form.
  • Nominations are open for the ATHENA Young Professional Award from March 21st, 2023 to May 15, 2023.

THE PROCESS

A Selection Committee, made up of a diverse group of community leaders, will review all nominations and select the ATHENA Young Professional Award Recipient. The Recipients will be announced at the September 2023 Awards Luncheon.

RETURN COMPLETED FORM TO:

Tiamesha Walker-Smith, Executive Director, ATHENA of the Triangle

director@athenatriangle.org

ATHENA Award Program Nomination Form

NOMINEE









    NOMINATOR





    I. Professional Leadership

    Provide specific examples of how the nominee is an emerging leader in her chosen profession.



    II. Community Leadership

    Provide specific examples of how the nominee provides valuable service to improve the quality of life for others in their community. Include type and length of service in civic and service organizations and initiatives.



    III. Personal Leadership

    Provide specific examples of how the nominee serves as a role model for young women both personally and professionally

    Additional Information Pertaining to Criteria

    Include up to three pages of any additional information you feel is important for consideration of your nominee. Include awards, honors, publications, articles and/or testimonials that demonstrate service to their profession, community, and aspiring women leaders.