2025 ATHENA Finalists Named

Triangle East Chamber of Commerce Announces Finalists for 38th Annual ATHENA International Leadership Award

The Triangle East Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the finalists for the 38th Annual Triangle East ATHENA International Leadership Award. This prestigious award will be presented on October 9, 2025, to an exceptional individual who has achieved excellence in her business or profession, served the community in a meaningful way, and assisted women in reaching their professional goals and leadership potential.

“This year, the Chamber received an unprecedented number of nominations,” said Ron Hester, the Chamber’s Member Services Chairperson. “The ATHENA selection committee faced the difficult task of choosing just one recipient. As a bystander, I’m not envious of this task as each application reflected women worthy of recognition. I look forward to celebrating these talented and dedicated individuals.”

The following finalists will be recognized at the Awards Dinner:

• Carol Arnn
   
• Rachel Ayers
   
• Tammy Braglin
   
• Shanna Capps
   
• Cathy Delano
   
• Randa Gay
   
• Kim LeQuire
   
• Amy Locklear
   
• Ruth Marler
   
• Ann Rizzardi
   
• Susie Reeves
   
• Amy Stanley
   
• Gretchen Williams
   

The Awards Dinner will be held at Garibaldi Trattoria, 60 Son-Lan Parkway in Garner.

The Triangle East Chamber proudly supports the values at the heart of ATHENA International’s philosophy—incorporating the talent and expertise of women into the leadership of our businesses, our communities, and our government. The spirit of the ATHENA Award Program is captured in the words of Plato: “What is honored in a country will be cultivated there.” By honoring exceptional leaders, we encourage others to excel.

The ATHENA Award Program sponsorship is generously provided by Call Pernell.

Space is limited, and registrations will be accepted until September 30. For more information, please call 919-934-9166 or visit Triangle East Chamber Events Page