2027 ATHENA International Awards, Rochester NY

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Join us on Thursday, February 4, 2027 at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center for our annual ATHENA International Awards celebration, held as part of Greater Rochester Chamber's Women's Council initiative!

This annual event celebrates resilience, empowerment, and the commitment to uplifting women in leadership roles. We will recognize the 2027 ATHENA recipients in three categories:

• ATHENA Leadership Award
• ATHENA Young Professional Award
• ATHENA Organizational Award

Honor these trailblazers and celebrating excellence as we unveil the three recipients who will join an international community of exceptional ATHENA women making their mark around the globe! The evening will begin with a reception and conclude with a formal sit-down awards ceremony.

Founded in 1982 in Lansing, Michigan, the ATHENA International Awards program honors exceptional women leaders and inspires others to pursue excellence. Over 7,000 leaders from 500+ communities worldwide, including the U.S., Canada, and the UK, have received this prestigious award.

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate these remarkable women and connect with inspiring leaders in our Greater Rochester community! 

Program Schedule:
3:30 – 4:45 PM: General Reception & Vendor Showcase (Includes grazing stations and cash bar)
5:00 – 6:30 PM: Formal sit-down awards ceremony

Sponsorship Opportunities:
To view sponsorship options and contribute to the recognition of these extraordinary women leaders, click [here]. 

RSVP by January 28, 2025, to secure your spot. No refunds will be issued after this date.

For questions, contact Events Specialist, Becca DePrez at Becca.DePrez@GreaterRochesterChamber.com.

*For access questions or accommodations, please contact us at least three weeks before the event. Late requests will be considered but aren’t guaranteed. You may bring your own interpreter, with 1–2 comp seats for your interpreters will be provided.