Executive Club of Champaign County

A professional club for executive women


Celebrate Remarkable Women at the 2024 ATHENA Awards Reception

2024 ATHENA Awards Reception 
September 19, 2024 | 4 - 6:30 pm 
The Venue CU, Downtown Champaign, IL 


Purchase Tickets at this link: 2024 ATHENA Award Reception Tickets


2024 ATHENA Leadership Award Recipient: Jill Guth 

Jill Guth, the owner and Managing Broker of Guth & Associates, LLC, has been honored with the ATHENA Leadership Award for her outstanding entrepreneurship, community involvement, and dedication to mentoring others.


2024 ATHENA Young Professional Award Recipient: Dr. Stephanie Stuart 

Dr. Stephanie Stuart, Vice President for Strategic Partnerships and Workforce Innovation at Parkland College, is the recipient of the ATHENA Young Professional Award, recognized for her leadership in workforce development and education.


AWARD CRITERIA 

ATHENA Leadership Award

The ATHENA Leadership Award is presented annually to an exemplary leader who has achieved excellence in their business or profession, served their community in a meaningful way, and actively assisted women in achieving their full leadership potential. Join us on September 19, 2024 from 4 - 6:30 pm at The Venue CU in Champaign to celebrate and honor this year’s recipient. 

ATHENA Young Professional Award

The ATHENA Young Professional Award recognizes an emerging female leader who demonstrates excellence, creativity, and initiative in her business or profession. She also provides valuable services to improve the quality of life for others in her community and serves as a role model for young women. Don’t miss the unforgettable celebration of achievements and join us in supporting the empowerment of women.


SPONSORSHIP INFO

Sponsor the ATHENA Awards

If you or your organization would like to sponsor the ATHENA Awards and contribute to the recognition of these extraordinary women, please visit our webpage for more information. Your contribution will help us celebrate and honor these remarkable women and create a brighter future for women in Champaign County.

Sponsorship Levels 

 Sponsorship Amount  Benefits 
 $2,000 Premier Sponsor 

 Recognition in marketing materials 

Table of 10 with signage and priority placement 

Full page ad in program 

Prominent recognition signage at event 

Verbal recognition during program 

Opportunity to provide giveaways to all guests 

 $1,250 Gold Sponsor 

 Table of 10 with signage 

Half page ad in program 

Logo recognition at event 

Opportunity to provide giveaways to all guests 

 $1,000 Silver Sponsor 

 Table of 8 with signage 

Logo recognition at event 

 $500 Bronze Sponsor  Two tickets and name listed in program 
 $250 Friends of ATHENA  One ticket and name listed in program 
 $100 ATHENA Alumnae Sponsor Name listed in the program 

ATHENA Leadership Award® Past Recipients 

  • 2023: Shayla Maatuka 
  • 2022: No award 
  • 2021: Hope Wheeler
  • 2020: Sharon C. Allen
  • 2019: Christy Devocelle
  • 2018: Deb Frank-Feinen
  • 2017: Deb Reardanz
  • 2016: Denise Martin
  • 2015: Amy Randolph
  • 2014: Sandra Jones
  • 2013: Bianca Green
  • 2012: Cindy Somers
  • 2011: Lori Gold Patterson
  • 2010: Lynne Barnes
  • 2009: Kathleen Holden
  • 2008: Jane Hays
  • 2007: Donna Greene
  • 2006: Jayne DeLuce
  • 2005: Sue Grey
  • 2004: Beth Katsinas
  • 2003: Diane Friedman
  • 2002: Traci E. Nally
  • 2001: Lyn Jones
  • 2000: Linda Hamilton
  • 1999: Anita Broeren
  • 1998: Theresa Grentz
  • 1997: Dr. Zelema Harris
  • 1996: Shirley Anderson
  • 1995: Mary McGrath
  • 1994: Linda Mills
  • 1993: Jan Kiley
  • 1992: Nanette Fisher
  • 1991: Gloria Dauten
  • 1990: Elizabeth Curzon
  • 1989: Ruth B. Jones

ATHENA Young Professional Award® Recipients 
Past Recipients 

  • 2023: Ashlie Velazquez Collins 
  • 2022: No award 
  • 2021: Elizabeth Sullard
  • 2020: Laura Gerhold
  • 2019: Abby Hendren
  • 2018: Laura Edwards
  • 2017: Carly McCrory
  • 2016: Cynthia Bruno
  • 2015: Katie Bermingham
  • 2014: Amy Rademaker
  • 2013: Laura Frerichs
  • 2012: Sarah Zehr Gantz 
  • 2011: Rhiannon Clifton
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