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ATHENA LEADERSHIP 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 21, 2023 and closes May 15, 2023.

Nominators can attach a CV, Resume, and/or Bio to the nomination form and send it directly to director@athenatriangle.org.

Recipients will be announced at the September 2023 Awards Luncheon

ELIGIBILITY

ATHENA Leadership Award Nominees must meet each of the following three criteria:
  • Demonstrate excellence, creativity and initiative in their business or profession
  • Provide valuable service to improve the quality of life for others in their community
  • Actively assist women in achieving their full leadership potential
  • ATHENA Leadership Award Nominees may represent either the profit or not-for-profit sector.
  • There is no minimum or maximum age qualification that must be met by ATHENA Leadership Award Nominees.

COMPLETING THE FORM

  • You are encouraged to work closely with your nominee to complete their nomination.
  • Nominations for the ATHENA Leadership 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 21, 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 Leadership 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.or

ATHENA Award Program Nomination Form

NOMINEE








    NOMINATOR





    I. PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP

    Provide specific examples of how the nominee has demonstrated excellence, creativity and initiative in their business or 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/ MENTORSHIP

    Provide specific examples of how the nominee has actively assisted women in achieving their full leadership potential, and/or demonstrated support for their personal and professional advancement.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO CRITERIA

    Include 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, most importantly, aspiring and established women leaders.