Celebrate with us as we honor 11 outstanding businesswomen at the 39th Annual Greater Phoenix Chamber’s ATHENA Awards Luncheon.

The ATHENA Awards, an internationally prized honor, recognize the achievements of businesswomen across the Greater Phoenix region.

Over the past 38 years, 74 accomplished and compassionate Valley businesswomen have earned the title of ATHENA. Their contributions to our business community are immeasurable and help propel Phoenix forward. ATHENAs are challenged across industries to continue their dedication to leading, serving, and mentoring. The award highlights three women every year who are at the top of their field and who invest in their careers, their community, and especially other women.

ATHENAs demonstrate inspiring leadership within their industry, mentor women throughout their careers, and dedicate themselves to the community.

Register today for this celebration of achievement and perseverance!

Private Sector:
– Kathy Gallowitz, LtCol, USAF, Retired, President & CEO, Vanguard Veteran, LLC
– Ann Meyers Drysdale, Broadcaster, Phoenix Suns & Phoenix Mercury
– Karrin Taylor Robson, Founder & President, Arizona Strategies
– Alexi Venneri, Co-founder & CEO, DAS Technology

Public Sector:
– Kim Despres, CEO, Circle the City
– Fran Mallace, President & CEO , Make-A-Wish Arizona
– Janice Palmer, Senior Vice President, Government Affairs and Public Policy, Helios Education Foundation
– Donna Taylor, Chief Operating Officer, Beatitudes Campus

Young Professional:
– Nicole Campillo Penagos, Economic Development & Government Affairs Specialist, Arizona Diamondbacks
– Rachelle Giles, Vice President, Local Government Relations and Association Management, Goodman Schwartz Public Affairs
– Lauren Smith, Director of Community Engagement, Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC)