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 


Stay tuned for information on purchasing tickets! 

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 reach out to Susan Toalson McGinty for more information. Your contribution will help us celebrate and honor these remarkable women and create a brighter future for women in Champaign County.


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 28, 2023 from 4-6 pm at Pear Tree Estate 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.


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 

  • 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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