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36th Annual ATHENA Awards Celebration

October 8 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
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The ATHENA Awards Celebration honors those who embody, encourage, and promote the inclusion of women. Join us for an afternoon of celebration, inspiration, networking, and announcing our ATHENA award recipients on Wednesday, October 8!

ATHENA Leadership Award Finalists

The ATHENA Leadership Award is presented to an exceptional leader whose dedication to professional excellence, community service, and empowerment of women exemplifies the highest standards of leadership and mentorship. The finalists are:

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Aaron Einfeld, PhD

Founder & Executive Coach

Awaken Leadership Solutions

Adam Dee, FSA, MAAA Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB) at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Adam Dee

Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB)

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Headshot of Aida Dismondy

Aida Dismondy

Senior Counsel

Warner, Norcross + Judd, LLP

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator

Kent County, MI

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Al Vanderberg

County Administrator/Controller

Kent County

Alberto Garza

Owner

General Wood Shop

Alex Belding

CRO & Co-Founder

WebriQ

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Ali Anderson

CEO

CraftCo.

ATHENA Finalist Alison Mast

Alison Mast

President of West Michigan

Northern Trust

Headshot of Allie Walker of Truscott Rossman

Allie Walker

President

Truscott Rossman

Headshot of Amanda Hentsch

Amanda Hentsch

Director of Membership

Grand Rapids Chamber

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Amy Lee

Executive Dean of Collaborative Programs

Michigan Community College Association; Director, EPiC Consortium

Amy Rencher Headshot

Amy Rencher

Senior Vice President

Amy Taylor

President

Columbus Downtown Development Corporation and Capitol South

Ana Espinzoa Headshot

Ana Espinoza

Director of People Services

Feyen Zylstra

ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award Finalists

The ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award is presented to a rising leader who demonstrates excellence, creativity, and initiative.  They serve as a role model and improve the quality of life for others. The finalists are:

Headshot of Aaron Einfeld

Aaron Einfeld, PhD

Founder & Executive Coach

Awaken Leadership Solutions

Adam Dee, FSA, MAAA Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB) at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Adam Dee

Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB)

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Headshot of Aida Dismondy

Aida Dismondy

Senior Counsel

Warner, Norcross + Judd, LLP

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator

Kent County, MI

Headshot of Al Vanderberg

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator/Controller

Kent County

Alberto Garza

Owner

General Wood Shop

Alex Belding

CRO & Co-Founder

WebriQ

Headshot of Ali Anderson

Ali Anderson

CEO

CraftCo.

ATHENA Finalist Alison Mast

Alison Mast

President of West Michigan

Northern Trust

Headshot of Allie Walker of Truscott Rossman

Allie Walker

President

Truscott Rossman

Headshot of Amanda Hentsch

Amanda Hentsch

Director of Membership

Grand Rapids Chamber

Headshot of Amy Lee

Amy Lee

Executive Dean of Collaborative Programs

Michigan Community College Association; Director, EPiC Consortium

Amy Rencher Headshot

Amy Rencher

Senior Vice President

Amy Taylor

President

Columbus Downtown Development Corporation and Capitol South

Ana Espinzoa Headshot

Ana Espinoza

Director of People Services

Feyen Zylstra

ATHENA Organizational Leadership Award

The ATHENA Organizational Leadership Award recognizes a company that intentionally fosters an environment for women to thrive. This organization is outstanding in their pursuit of supporting, developing, and honoring women leaders in every stage of their life and career. This year, the recognition goes to Huntington Bank!

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Cost

Members:
$125

Non-Members:
$150

Registration for this event is now closed. Walk-in registration will be available at the door!

DETAILS

Date & Time:

October 8 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

VENUE

JW Marriott Grand Rapids

235 Louis St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 United States

616-242-1500

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