To celebrate the 31st anniversary of hosting this award, GMCC and long time Diamond Sponsor BMW of Freehold are excited to announce the launch of the ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award to recognize emerging leaders in our community.



ATHENA Leadership Award Nominees give back to our community in profoundly meaning ways and make it a better place to live, work and lead. Please take a look at the video by founder Martha Mertz below find out more about why this award is important, timely and relevant. We extend an invitation to YOU for sponsorship because we know it's a partnership that benefits our entire community and provides a return on your investment. Please consider becoming a sponsor of the ATHENA Leadership Award in our community.
 

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The International ATHENA® Award Program celebrates women as valued members and leaders of the community and recognizes those who support them.  It honors individuals who strive toward the highest levels of professional accomplishment...women and men who excel in their chosen field, have devoted time and energy to their community in a meaningful way, and who also open paths so that others may follow.

The ATHENA Leadership Award celebrates exemplary leadership and is reflective of a quote by Plato: What is honored in a country will be cultivated there.  Over 6000 recipients have been honored with the ATHENA Leadership Award since the program?s inception in 1982.

Presented to leaders across professional sectors, the ATHENA Leadership Award?s rich history, international scope and focus on mentorship distinguish it as one of the most prestigious leadership awards one can receive.