Nominations are now open for the 2012 ATHENA Award®! The Women's Council of Washtenaw County, a non-profit public and professional organization which supports women in business, hosts the local award. By honoring exceptional leaders, the Award Program seeks to inspire others to achieve excellence in Washtenaw County.
Nominees should;
a. demonstrate professional excellence and initiative,
b. improve the quality of life for others in the community, and
c. actively assist women in realizing their full leadership potential.
The Women’s Council of Washtenaw County will be presenting the award to a local leader whose work and values align with ATHENA®.
To nominate a leader, please fill out the nomination form attached and send it back to aschwedt@umich.edu<mailto:aschwedt@umich.edu>. All nominations are due by January 23rd. This deadline will likely be extended to January 30th.
About Women’s Council of Washtenaw County
The Women's Council of Washtenaw County (WCofWC) is a non-profit organization with a volunteer Board of Directors. Originally formed as an affiliate of the Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce, the Women's Council was created in 1986 and is a professional organization that supports women in business by providing superior and pertinent education programs. The WCofWC strengthens and mentor members through networking and community involvement while cultivating strong, professional relationships. Visit us at wcofwc.org<http://wcofwc.org>.
About Athena International
The ATHENA Foundation is a non-profit corporation with a volunteer Board of Directors and dedicated to creating leadership opportunities for women. The ATHENA Award® is presented to someone who is recognized for professional excellence, community service and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills. Recipients are recipients for life. Since 1982 more than 6000 awards have been presented in over 500 communities in the United States, Canada, China, Russia, the United Arab Emirates and most recently the United Kingdom. Learn more at www.athenainternational.org<http://www.athenainternational.org>.
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