The ATHENA Leadership Award Program recognizes and celebrates individuals who support, honor and develop current and emerging women leaders.

The Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce has one of the oldest and most established programs in the US and presents two different awards, The ATHENA Leadership Award and The ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award.

The ATHENA Leadership Award

The Award, inspired by the goddess of Greek mythology known for her strength, courage, wisdom and enlightenment, is presented to individuals who:

• Have achieved the highest level of professional excellence.
• Contribute time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community.
• Actively assist others, particularly women, in realizing their full leadership potential.

The ATHENA Leadership Award is presented internationally and is one of the most prestigious leadership awards one can receive.

The finalists for the 39th annual ATHENA Leadership Award are:

• Lisa Hieronimus
• Jennifer Johnson
• Dr. Trena Loomans
• Beth Ann Richlen
• Laura Strek

To see a list of past recipients of this award, click here.

The ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award

 The Award, established in 2007, is presented to emerging leaders who:

• Demonstrate excellence, creativity and initiative in their business or profession.
• Provide valuable service by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community.
• Clearly serves as a role model for young women personally and professionally.

The finalists for the 17th annual ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award are:

• Alissandra Aderholdt
• Lea Beckman
• Ashley Dupuis-Bohman
• Nicole Johnson
• Lindsey Lewitzke
• Beth Tritten
• Misty Wolff
• Zoua Yang

Lunch

Lunch is included in the price of admission. Lunch includes: salad, roasted sirloin or marinated lemon chicken, herb roasted fingerlings, and harvest blend vegetables.

Special dietary requests must be submitted at the time of registration.  Every attempt will be made to accommodate requests, however, they cannot be guaranteed if they are not submitted a minimum if two weeks prior to the event. 

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please contact Brian Otten, Marketing Director, at botten@wausauchamber.com or 715-848-5947 for investment levels and benefits.