Join Us to Celebrate Remarkable Leadership and Empowerment
The Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce invites you to one of the year’s most inspiring events, the Annual ATHENA Awards Luncheon, where we will celebrate three exceptional women making a difference in our community. Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 21, 2024, and be part of this inspiring afternoon at the Stockton Golf & Country Club.
Introducing the 2024 ATHENA Award Honorees:
ATHENA Leadership Award: Linda Chin Luna, Stockton Chorale
ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award: Jordan Giannoni Harless, San Joaquin Delta College
ATHENA Youth Leadership Award: Gizelle Figueroa, Linden High School
These awards recognize women who exemplify the highest standards of leadership and support the empowerment and development of women and girls in our community.
ATHENA Awards Overview
The ATHENA Leadership Award honors individuals whose achievements inspire others and create opportunities for women to reach their potential. The ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award celebrates emerging leaders dedicated to career advancement and role modeling for women and girls. New this year, the ATHENA Youth Leadership Award will be presented to an inspiring young leader under 18 who advocates for inclusivity and collaboration, setting a foundation of respect and empowerment.
Event and Ticket Information
For more details, including ticket purchases and sponsorship opportunities, please visit our website: https://stocktonchamber.org/athena-awards/.
A Legacy of Leadership
Since 1986, the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce has honored over 40 outstanding leaders with the ATHENA Award, one of the nation’s longest-running ATHENA programs. In 2010, the ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award was introduced locally, and 2024 marks the first presentation of the ATHENA Youth Leadership Award. ATHENA International has celebrated over 8,000 leaders in more than 500 communities worldwide, creating a legacy of transformative leadership.
ATHENA Award Criteria
Nominees must embody the Eight Principles of Enlightened Leadership™ and demonstrate excellence, creativity, and service in their profession and community, while actively supporting women in leadership. Eligible ages are:
- ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award: Ages 18-39 as of October 1, 2024
- ATHENA Youth Leadership Award: Under 18 as of October 1, 2024
Don’t miss this chance to honor and celebrate these extraordinary women and their inspiring stories!