16th Annual Women's Leadership Day Luncheon
2024-08-01 11:45 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | House Three Thirty, 532 West Market Street, Akron, OH, 44303, United States
Join Us on August 1st at the 16th Annual ATHENA Akron Women’s Leadership Day Lunch

Join several hundred established and emerging women leaders to celebrate ATHENA Akron’s 2024 Women’s Leadership Day on August 1, 2024. This event provides a venue for emerging women leaders to gain valuable information about leadership from established women leaders.

As an established woman leader in our community, please invite an emerging woman leader to join you for lunch to meet, mentor, and celebrate as we participate in discussions about our leadership journeys.

Sarah Shookman, Founder of Storyglow Studio and 2023 Young Professional Leadership Award Recipient, will emcee the event. Judge Joy Malek Oldfield, Judge for the Summit County Common Pleas Court and 2021 Leadership Award Finalist Honoree, will present the keynote welcome.

Welcome to our 2024 Honorary Chairs!

Elizabeth Blickle, President, OKSK
Marie Brilmyer, Partner, Assurance, Cohen & Company
Radha Bodapati, Ph.D., Manager, Needs Assessment and Program Evaluation, Asian Services in Action
Holly Brugh, Assistant Superintendent, Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board
Moriah Cheatham Williams, Attorney, Lewis Brisbois
Jane Christyson, Chief Executive Officer, Girl Scouts of North East Ohio
Amber Crowe, Magistrate, Summit County Juvenile Court
Jan Davis, Ward 4 Council Representative, Akron City Council
Louise DiLullo, Director of Capital Campaign and Major Gifts, Humane Society of Summit County
Judge Jill Flagg Lanzinger, Judge, Ninth District Court of Appeals
Brighid Hilmuth, Senior Vice President, Commercial Banking, Corporate & Institutional Banking, The PNC Financial Services Group
Rachel Huffman, Owner/Director/Educator, Martell School of Dance
Dr. Sara Hume, Professor and Curator, Kent State University Museum
Pastor Linda Coleman Isaiah, Founder and President, LCI Ministries
Bonnie Jensen, Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer, Summa Health
Lia Jones, Senior Vice President and Senior Fiduciary Strategist, Key Private Bank
Sierjie Lash, Captain, Akron Fire Department
Orzella Matherson, Director of Education and Community Outreach, Akron Symphony
Elizabeth Mayer, Partner, Marketing and Digital Commerce, The Partnering Group
Denise Moore, Captain, Springfield Township Police Department
Aiesha Motley, Vice President, Equity and Inclusion, Walsh Jesuit High School
Anita Murphy, Chief Executive Officer, Onebridge Center
Dr. Fedearia Nicholson-Sweval, Vice Provost for Student Pathways, Dean of the Williams Honors College, The University of Akron
Lynda Nowak, Senior Vice President, Regional Banking Market Director, Greater Akron Canton Region, Huntington National Bank
Jacqui Ricchiuti, Chief Executive Officer, Keep Akron Beautiful
Bev Shaffer, Food and Drink Reporter and the Published Author of Eight Cookbooks, The Repository | Gannett | USA Today Network
Judge Jennifer Towell, Judge, Summit County Court of Common Pleas
Alexandra Houser Vukoder, Chief Advancement and Communications Officer, Akron Art Museum

Thank you to our Premier Sponsors!

ATHENA Akron PM - Kent State University Museum
2025-08-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Kent State University Museum, 515 Hilltop Drive, Kent, OH, 44240, United States
Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by hosted by Sara Spinner Liska, J.D., Ph.D, Director, KSU Museum

Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by Sara Spinner Liska, J.D., Ph.D., Director, Kent State University Museum, Thursday, August 28, 2025.
Description:
In honor of Kent State University Museum’s 40th anniversary season, the exhibition “Sparkle: The Style and Jewelry of Aileen Mehle” honors the glamorous society columnist, Aileen Mehle (1918-2016) and showcases dozens of her evening dresses and jewels to reframe her role as a forgotten fashion icon. The exhibition includes a specially designed installation – an imagined, custom-built closet showcasing Mehle’s garments, offering an intimate and engaging glimpse into her iconic style.
Other Details:

Will include a curator-led tour of the exhibit
Free parking in Rockwell Hall Parking Lot

Website for more details if needed:
https://www.kent.edu/museum/news/kent-state-university-museum-showcases-jewelry-and-dresses-widely-syndicated-society-0
Address:
Kent State University Museum
515 Hilltop Drive
Kent, OH 44240
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August 28, 2025 – 5 PM – 7 PM

5PM – 5:30 PM
Meet and Greet (Reception in Museum Lobby)
5:30PM – 5:45PM
Welcome from our Host, Dr. Sarah Spinner Liska, Director, Kent State University Museum
5:45PM – 6:15PM
Tour of Museum by Curator, Sara Hume, Ph.D.
6:15PM – 7:00PM
Connections & Relationship Building with ATHENA Akron members & guest
Members may bring a guest for only a $5 additional fee.
TICKETS: ATHENA Akron Member: $10 | Non-Member: $15 | ATHENA Akron Member and Guest: $15
ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

9/5/25 - Resilient Leadership: Prioritizing Self-Care
2025-09-05 11:30 - 13:15 | Portage Country Club, 240 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH, 44303, United States
Fri. September 5, 2025 – 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM – Portage Country Club

Join us at the August ATHENA Akron Leadership Lunch Forum featuring “Insiders” who know the answers to your questions about: Resiient Leadership: Prioritizing Self-Care

MODERATOR:
Christine Williams, PhD – Associate VP of Immersive Leadership, United Way of Summit & Medina’s Center for Immersive Leadership
INSIDERS:
Donna Delgado – Sr. Strategist, Digital Marketing at Summa Health
Maisha McIntyre, LPCC-S – Mental Health Counselor, Minority Behavioral Health Group
Sara Warner, MPH, CHES, CPH – Wellbeing Program Manager, AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.

TICKETS: Event Patron $75 | ATHENA Akron Member: $40 | ATHENA Akron Member’s Guest: $35* | Non-Member: $45
*Note: Unfortunately, due to rising costs we had to increase our guest price effective August 1, 2025. Please know that we appreciate your continued support of ATHENA Akron and its valuable programming.
Previous guest price $30
Current guest price $35
Registration is open now.

ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

Exclusive Fierce Advocate Event--Virtual lunch with...Julie Brandle
2025-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | OH
Register Now! Join us on September 19th from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Virtual Lunch with Notable Leader Julie Brandle (via zoom).

ATHENA Akron is pleased to invite you to an Exclusive Fierce Advocate Member Event, VIRTUAL Lunch with a LEADER, presented by ATHENA Akron on Friday, September 19th, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Zoom link will be sent to all registered attendees closer to the date of the event.
Join us for this exclusive event with a limited availability of only 20 tickets.
Enjoy a casual VIRTUAL lunch featuring: Julie Brandle, President and Founder,
Metis Construction Services

We are pleased to welcome
Julie Brandle, President and Founder, Metis Construction Services, as our guest.

About Julie Brandle
Julie Brandle is the President and Founder of Metis Construction Services, a woman-owned commercial general contractor based in Kent, Ohio. Metis completes ground-up construction, renovations, and facilities maintenance projects across Ohio and in multiple states. With more than 30 years of experience in sales, marketing, and public relations, Julie not only oversees these areas for Metis but also plays an integral role in shaping and managing the company’s overall business strategy.
An engaged civic leader, Julie currently serves as Board Chair of the Greater Akron Chamber and sits on numerous other boards, including Kent State University’s Construction Management Program, the Portage Development Board, Akron Civic Theatre, Associated Builders and Contractors Northern Ohio (Chair-Elect), and the Coleman and Hattie Larlham Foundations. A dedicated volunteer, she supports organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Rebuilding Together, the Rotary Club of Akron, and the Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio. A Lifetime Gold Award Girl Scout, Julie is also a recipient of the organization’s Women of Distinction award and the Thanks Badge for her outstanding service.
Julie is a past president of the Rotary Club of Akron and served as District Governor for Rotary District 6630. She is a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and Bowling Green State University, where she earned a double major in Interpersonal and Public Communication and Soviet Studies, including a travel-grant scholarship to study in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Her leadership development includes graduation from Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, ScaleratorNEO, Leadership Portage County, and Leadership Akron’s Class 37, where she proudly serves as Class President.
Julie is the daughter of Leann Soika and the late Rich Soika. She shares close ties with her siblings Rich (Sharon) and Kristen (Orlando), and is a beloved aunt to Orlando, RJ, Lydia, Ardynn, and Reid. Julie and her husband Steven reside in Brimfield Township, and are proud parents to Kimberly, a BGSU graduate and an Intervention Specialist in Northwest Ohio. Julie’s newest and most cherished title is “Grandma” to her 18-month-old grandson, Stetson.

T ICKETS: $10
ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

9/24/25-ATHENA Akron PM - United Way Summit & Medina - 37 N. High St Akron
2025-09-24 16:30 - 19:00 | United Way of Summit & Medina, 37 North High Street, Akron, OH, 44308, United States
Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by Annie McFadden, President and CEO, United Way Summit and Medina

Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by Annie McFadden, President and CEO, United Way Summit and Medina, Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
United Way Summit & Medina
37 N. High St.
Akron, OH 44308
Parking & Arrival Instructions:
Free parking can be found in the rear of our building at 70 N. Broadway St. You may park in any of the Visitor Parking spaces (see parking map attached). Once parked, please walk through the Sojourner Truth Legacy Plaza to our front door entrance. Upon entering the building, you will see the Knight Center of Truth space straight ahead.
A parking map is at the bottom of this page.

September 24, 2025
4:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Tour of United Way Facility (optional)
5:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Meet & Greet (Knight Center of Truth Space)
5:30 pm – 5:45 pm
Welcome from our host, Annie McFadden, President and CEO, United Way Summit and Medina
5:45 pm – 6:15 pm
Panel Discussion, UWSM CI Leadership
6:15 pm – 7:00 pm
Networking and Refreshments

Connections & Relationship Building with ATHENA Akron members & guests
Members may bring a guest for only a $5 additional fee.
TICKETS: ATHENA Akron Member: $10 | Non-Member: $15 | ATHENA Akron Member and Guest: $15

ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

10/3/25 - Innovation: Do You Want To Start Something?
2025-10-03 11:30 - 13:15 | Portage Country Club, 240 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH, 44303, United States
Fri. October 3, 2025 – 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM – Portage Country Club

Join us at the August ATHENA Akron Leadership Lunch Forum featuring “Insiders” who know the answers to your questions about: Innovation: Do You Want To Start Something?

MODERATOR:
Jolene Lane
Director, Akron Innovation Team (i-team)
Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities Initiative
City of Akron

INSIDERS:
Marie Covington
A Founder of Women’s Endowment Fund
Judy Nicely
A Founder of Women’s Network
Alicia Robinson
Founder and Executive Director of Limitless Ambition
Ebony Yeboah-Amankwah
Founder and Executive Director of Summit Fresh Mobile Market

Friday, October 3, 202511:30 AM – 1:15 PM
Portage Country Club240 N Portage PathAkron, OH 44303

TICKETS: Event Patron $75 | ATHENA Akron Member: $40 | ATHENA Akron Member’s Guest: $35* | Non-Member: $45
We are able to accept requests for special meal preferences until Tuesday, September 30th at 12 noon.

ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

10/23/25 - ATHENA Akron PM - Summit County Common Pleas Court
2025-10-23 16:30 - 18:30 | Summit County Common Pleas Court General Division, 209 South High Street, Akron, OH, 44308, United States
Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by Judge Joy Oldfield, Summit County Court of Common Pleas

Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by Judge Joy Oldfield, Judge Kani Harvey Hightower, Judge Linda Tucci Teodosio, and Judge Elinore Marsh Stormer.
Summit County Courthouse
209 South High Street
Akron, Ohio 44308
October 23, 2025 – 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

PARKING INFORMATION
You may park in the Summit County Parking Deck across the street from the Courthouse at 200 S. High St. Complimentary parking validations will be available. There is also limited street parking and several other parking garages located in the area.

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Optional Tour
5PM – 5:30 PM
Meet and Greet
5:30PM – 6:15PM
Welcome and Panel Discussion – Judge Joy Malek Oldfield, Judge Kani Harvey Hightower, Judge Linda Tucci Teodosio, and Judge Elinore Marsh Stormer
6:15PMpm – 6:30PM
Connections & Relationship Building with ATHENA Akron members & guests

Members may bring a guest for only a $5 additional fee.

TICKETS: ATHENA Akron Member: $10 | Non-Member: $15 | ATHENA Akron Member and Guest: $15
NOTE: When completing your ‘ticket order form’, just enter NA if the requested field does not apply (i.e. no guest(s))
ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

2025 ATHENA Akron Leadership Awards Program * November 5, 2025 *
2025-11-05 17:00 - 19:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Akron Fairlawn 3180 West Market Street Akron, OH 44333, 3180 West Market Street, Akron, OH, 44333, United States
Join us as we honor the 2025 ATHENA Leadership Award Recipients and Finalists at a dinner and awards program on Wednesday, November 5, 2025!

ATHENA Akron, Inc. will honor the 2025 ATHENA Leadership Award Recipients and Finalist Honorees at a dinner and awards program on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Akron/Fairlawn. The event recognizes exemplary women leaders for their professional achievement, community involvement, and for actively assisting women in reaching their full leadership potential. This year’s Leadership Award recipients will join more than 80 local women leaders who have been honored as Recipients or Finalists of this important award.

Congratulations to the 2025 ATHENA Leadership Award Recipient:
Elizabeth Bartz
President and CEO, State and Federal Communications, Inc.

Congratulations to the 2025 ATHENA Leadership Award Finalist Honorees:
Kristen M. Scalise, CPA, CFE
Summit County Fiscal Officer
Aimee R. Wade
Executive Director, County of Summit ADM Board
Julie A. Weagraff, MNO, CFRE
Chief Development Officer
Girl Scouts of North East Ohio

Congratulations to the 2025 Young Professional Leadership Award Recipients:
Lauren Marsh
Assistant to the Mayor for Community Relations
Casey Shevlin
The City’s First Director of Sustainability and Resilience

Congratulations to the 2025 Young Professional Leadership Award Finalist Honorees:
Valerie Murphy Daugherty
Owner, Valerie Murphy Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Kelly Unger
Marketing Senior, CliftonLarsonAllen

Congratulations to the 2025 ATHENA Organizational Award Recipient:
Habitat for Humanity of Summit County
Rochelle D. Sibbio
President and CEO, Habitat for Humanity of Summit County

For sponsorship availabilities or more information regarding the 2025 ATHENA Leadership Awards program, email Stephanie Walton at sntwalton@gmail.com.

2025 Menu Options:
Main Entrees
Chicken Marsala – Sauteed Breast of Chicken with Wild Mushroom Marsala Sauce, Rice Pilaf, Seasonal Vegetables, Pre-Dressed House Salad
Baked Cod with Beurre Blanc – Fresh Cod, Baked and Topped with Beurre Blanc Sauce (GF), Rice Pilaf, Vegetable Medley, Pre-Dressed House Salad
VeganGrilled Portabella Mushrooms with Roasted Potatoes and Grilled Vegetables
Children’s MealChicken Tenders, French Fries, and Children’s Fruit Cup
DessertChef’s Choice

IMPORTANT TICKET INFORMATION
1) When completing your ‘order form’ (name, email and meal preference) – just type NA if the field does not apply to you (i.e. no guest 1, 2, 3 and/or no child’s ticket)
2) Each ‘order form‘ for tickets has space for info for 3 guests. If you are purchasing more than 3 guest tickets, please re-start a new order for guests 4, 5, and 6 (so that we can capture your additional guests’ full name, menu choice, and email). Please call or email Val if you have any questions – (330) 338-3136 / vapickett59@gmail.com.

ATHENA Akron in Portage County Lunch Forum: "Taking A Risk..Stepping Beyond
2025-11-19 11:30 - 13:15 | Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center, 215 S Depeyster Street, Kent, OH, 44240, United States
Register Now! Join us on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM – Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center

Join us as we welcome members and guests to our ATHENA Akron in Portage County Leadership Forum. Our program features “Insiders” who know the answers to your questions about ‘Taking a Risk…Stepping Beyond Comforter to Discover What’s Possible’

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | ATHENA Akron in Portage County Leadership Forum
Please RSVP By: Tuesday, November 18
Leadership Topic: “Taking A Risk… Stepping Beyond Comfort To Discover What’s Possible”

Join us as we welcome members and guests to an ATHENA Akron in Portage County Leadership Forum. Our program features “Insiders” who know the answers to your questions about Taking Risks.
Insider: Fran Doll, Founder, Superior Staffing and Grandparents Against Sex Predators (GASP)
Insider: Rev. Amy C. Gopp , Senior Minister, United Church of Christ of Kent
Insider: Amy Mucha, Owner of Daisy Pops/Makes
Moderator: Tami Bolder, CPA, ABV, ASA, MBA, DBA Director, CBIZ Valuation Group, LLC

Wednesday, November 19, 202511:30 AM – 1:15 PM
Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center215 S Depeyster St,
Kent, OH 44240
ATHENA Akron Member: $40 | ATHENA Akron Member’s Guest: $35 | Non-Member: $45

Q&A w/a Notable Leader: Jane Bond, Board President of the Makeshift Theater
2025-12-17 12:00 - 13:00 | ATHENA Akron, Inc., 2106 Braewick Cir Ste 202, Akron, OH, 44313, United States
ATHENA Akron

Join ATHENA Akron virtually via Zoom as we welcome Jane Bond, Board President of the Makeshift Theater. Jane will tell us her story and answer questions from our moderator. Becky Guzy. Chat will be open for questions from our attendees and the host is Susan Kosco.
Cost: There is no charge for this program; however, donations are welcome. A portion of your donation goes to non-profits that positively impact the lives of women in our community.
An email containing a private Zoom link and a copy of Jane’s full bio will be sent to all registrants on Tuesday evening, December 16th.

Joyful Leadership!
2026-01-09 11:30 - 13:15 | Portage Country Club, 240 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH, 44303, United States
Fri. January 9. 2026 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM — ‘Joyful Leadership!’

Join us at the January 2026 Akron Leadership Lunch Forum featuring “Insiders” who know the answers to your questions about: Joyful Leadership!

MODERATOR:
Judge Joy Malek Oldfield — Judge, Summit County Common Pleas Court; Presiding Judge, Turning Point Program
INSIDERS:
Jessica W. Bader, LSW — Director of Business Development, Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities
Darlene A. Shuler, M.A., M.Ed. — Akron Community Foundation with Akron Public Schools Middle School CCAA Partner Liaison, College & Career Academies
Jasmina D. Waters— Senior Director, The University of Akron

TICKETS: Event Patron $75 | ATHENA Akron Member: $40 | ATHENA Akron Member’s Guest: $35 | Non-Member: $45
Registration is open now.

ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

ATHENA Akron PM - Akron Children’s Museum - hosted by Traci Buckner
2026-01-21 16:30 - 19:00 | Akron Children’s Museum, 216 South Main Street, Akron, OH, 44308, United States
Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by Traci Buckner, Executive Director, Akron Children’s Museum

Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by Traci Buckner, Executive Director, Akron Children’s Museum.
Go to https://akronkids.org/contact-us/staff to view a full listing of the Akron Children’s Museum staff.

January 21, 2025 – 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
216 S. Main Street
Akron, Ohio 44308
Parking Info
Parking is available in the O’Neil’s/State Street Parking Deck at 51 W. State Street (behind Barley House). Please take a ticket on your way in, and we will provide you with a pass to scan on your exit for free parking. After you park, take the elevator in the parking deck to level (B). When you exit the elevator, follow the posted signs directing you into the museum

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Optional Tour
5 PM – 5:30 PM
Meet and Greet
5:30PM – 6:15 PM
Welcome
6:15 PM – 7:00 PM
Connections & Relationship Building with ATHENA Akron members & guests

Members may bring a guest for only a $5 additional fee.

TICKETS: ATHENA Akron Member: $10 | Non-Member: $15 | ATHENA Akron Member and Guest: $15

ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

Connect With Women Leaders at ATHENA Akron's 11th Annual Meeting
2026-01-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Mustard Seed Market – Highland Square Event Room, 867 West Market Street, Akron, OH, 44303, United States
Meet and connect with Greater Akron’s Established Women Leaders at
ATHENA Akron’s 11th Annual Meeting!

Please join us on January 29th, for our Annual Meeting. Enjoy connecting with fellow members and guests, as we gather together to kick off the brand new year of ATHENA Akron 2026!

During the annual meeting portion of our evening, ATHENA Akron members will vote on the proposed slate of officers for 2026.

Cost: $20 per ticket. All members and guests are invited to attend.

Stronger Together: Collaboration for Impact!
2026-02-06 11:30 - 13:15 | Portage Country Club, 240 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH, 44303, United States
Fri. February 6. 2026 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM — ‘Stronger Together: Collaboration for Impact!’

Welcome to Stronger Together: Collaboration for Impact!
Join us at Portage Country Club on February 6, 2026 at 11:30 AM (Eastern Time) for an event focused on the power of collaboration.
Let’s come together to share ideas, network, and learn from each other. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is for you!
Get ready to be inspired, connect with like-minded individuals, and make a difference. Together, we can achieve great things!

MODERATOR
Sandra (Sandy) Haskell, MAOL, CAVS, CVA – Manager of Volunteer Services and Community Relations, University Hospitals Portage Medical Center
INSIDERS
Julie Carneal—Chief Executive Officer, OPEN M
Cindy DiLauro, CPTD, PHR—Training Strategist I Leadership Architect I Owner,Flying Starship, LLC
Charmaine Rice, M.A.— SVP Learning, Development and Diversity, AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
Torey S. Tolson—Community Involvement Consultant (OH/MD/WV), FirstEnergy

TICKETS: Event Patron $75 | ATHENA Akron Member: $40 | ATHENA Akron Member’s Guest: $35 | Non-Member: $45
Registration open now….

ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

ATHENA Akron Honors Established Women Leaders New to Their Positions
2026-02-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Portage Country Club, 240 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH, 44303, United States
ATHENA Akron Honors Established Women Leaders New to Their Positions – February 17, 2026 – 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

The Courage To Be You - Vulnerability as a Path to Connection
2026-03-06 11:30 - 13:15 | Portage Country Club, 240 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH, 44303, United States

ATHENA Akron PM - State & Federal Communications Hosted by Elizabeth Bartz
2026-03-24 16:30 - 19:00 | State and Federal Communications, 222 South Main Street, #Suite 300, Akron, OH, 44308, United States
Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by Elizabeth Bartz, President & CEO of State & Federal Communication

March 24, 2026 – 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
222 S. Main Street
Akron, Ohio 44308
Parking Details
“Parking for 222 South Main Street, Akron, OH 44308, includes the O’Neils (State St.) Parking Deck (200 S High St), Main/Buchtel Surface Lot (285 S Main St), with metered street parking free after 6 PM.”

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Meet and Greet
5:30PM – 6:15 PM
Welcome
6:15 PM – 7:00 PM
Connections & Relationship Building with ATHENA Akron members & guests

Members may bring a guest for only a $5 additional fee.

TICKETS: ATHENA Akron Member: $10 | Non-Member: $15 | ATHENA Akron Member and Guest: $15

ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

ATHENA Akron in Portage County Lunch Forum: Purpose-Driven Leadership
2026-04-15 11:30 - 13:15 | Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center, 215 S Depeyster Street, Kent, OH, 44240, United States
Register Now! Join us on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM – Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center

Join us as we welcome members and guests to our ATHENA Akron in Portage County Leadership Forum. Our program features “Insiders” who know the answers to your questions about “Purpose-Driven Leadershp: Changing Society for the Greater Good”

Women in Leadership - Becoming an Agent of Change
2026-05-01 11:30 - 13:15 | Portage Country Club, 240 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH, 44303, United States
Fri. May 1. 2026 — 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM — ‘Women in Leadership – Becoming an Agent of Change’

Welcome to Women in Leadership – Becoming an Agent of Change
Join us at Portage Country Club on Friday, May 1, 2026, at 11:30 AM (Eastern Time) for an event focused on Becoming an Agent of Change!
Let’s come together to share ideas, network, and learn from each other. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is for you!
Get ready to be inspired, connect with like-minded individuals, and make a difference. Together, we can achieve great things!

ATHENA Akron PM - BOUNCE Innovation Hub - hosted by Jessica Sublett
2026-05-20 16:30 - 19:00 | Bounce Innovation Hub, 526 South Main Street, Akron, OH, 44311, United States
Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by Jessica Sublett, CEO, BOUNCE Innovation Hub

Wednesday, May 20, 2026
4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
526 S. Main Street
Akron, Ohio 44311

Venue Information:
· South on Main Street
· Under the skybridge to GOJO HQ on left
· Turn right on W. Falor St. into Canal Place – see sign for 526 S. Main
· One long brick building
· See BOUNCE building on left – sign on corner
· See steps to entry door – and also long ramp to entrance
· Open surface parking across from entrance

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Meet and Greet
5:30PM – 6:15 PM
Welcome
6:15 PM – 7:00 PM
Connections & Relationship Building with ATHENA Akron members & guests

Members may bring a guest for only a $5 additional fee.

TICKETS: ATHENA Akron Member: $10 | Non-Member: $15 | ATHENA Akron Member and Guest: $15

ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.

18th Annual ATHENA Akron's 2026 Women's Leadership Day Luncheon
2026-06-17 11:30 - 13:00 | Fairlawn Country Club, 200 N. Wheaton Road, Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Join Us on June 17, 2026 at the 18th Annual ATHENA Akron's 2026 Women's Leadership Day Luncheon

Invite an emerging woman leader to join you to mentor and celebrate as we participate in roundtable discussions about each person’s leadership journey and what they want to achieve. Many established women leaders at each table will help the emerging women leaders make connections, find resources and get clarity about their next steps.

Rebecca Guzy Woodford, Community Advocate, Past President BOD ATHENA Akron, and Retired Sr. EVP, Greater Akron Chamber, will emcee the event.
Torey S. Tolson, FirstEnergy Corp, Community Involvement Consultant (OH/MD/WV Region), will present the keynote welcome.

Elevating the Voices and Influence of Women Leaders Across Generations
2026-07-10 11:30 - 13:15 | Fairlawn Country Club, 200 N. Wheaton Road, Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Fri. July 10. 2026 — 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM –Elevating the Voices and Influence of Women Leaders Across Generations

***PLEASE NOTE LOCATION CHANGE***
Welcome to Elevating the Voices and Influence of Women Leaders Across Generations!
Join us at FAIRLAWN Country Club on Friday, July 10, 2026, at 11:30 AM (Eastern Time) for an event focused on the Influence of Women Leaders Across Generations!
Let’s come together to share ideas, network, and learn from each other. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is for you!
Get ready to be inspired, connect with like-minded individuals, and make a difference. Together, we can achieve great things!

Women's Wellness -- Promoting a Healthier Version of You
2026-08-07 11:30 - 13:15 | Fairlawn Country Club, 200 N. Wheaton Road, Akron, OH, 44313, United States
Fri. August 7. 2026 — 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM –Women's Wellness — Techniques for Promoting a Healthier Version of You

PLEASE NOTE LOCATION CHANGE
Welcome to Women’s Wellness — Techniques for Promoting a Healthier Version of You!
Join us at FAIRLAWN Country Club on Friday, August 7, 2026, at 11:30 AM (Eastern Time) for an event focused on Women’s Wellness — Promote a Healthier You!
Let’s come together to share ideas, network, and learn from each other. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is for you!
Get ready to be inspired, connect with like-minded individuals, and make a difference. Together, we can achieve great things!

Women Shaping Tomorrow -- Leading with Vision and Courage
2026-09-04 11:30 - 13:15 | Portage Country Club, 240 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH, 44303, United States
Fri. September 4. 2026 — 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM –Women Shaping Tomorrow –Leading with Vision and Courage

PLEASE NOTE LOCATION CHANGE
Welcome to Women Shaping Tomorrow — Leading with Vision and Courage.
Join us at PORTAGE COUNTRY CLUB on Friday, September 4, 2026, at 11:30 AM (Eastern Time) for an event focused on Leading with Vision and Courage.
Established and emerging women leaders and community women professionals are invited to meet and share thoughts and experiences. You’ll be inspired, energized, and open to new ideas and opportunities as we connect at this special event.
Get ready to be inspired, connect with like-minded individuals, and make a difference. Together, we can achieve great things!

ATHENA Akron PM - Davey Tree -The SEED Training Center
2026-09-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Davey Tree – The SEED Training Session, 6700 State Route 43 - Kent, Ohio, Akron, OH, 44444, United States
Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an
After Hours event hosted by Sandra Reid, Executive Vice President, Davey Tree

Join members and guests of ATHENA Akron for an after-hours event hosted by Sandra Reid, Executive Vice President, Corporate Communications and Strategic Planning, Davey Tree.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
6700 State Route 43
Kent, Ohio 44240
Attire
Attendees encouraged to dress comfortably and wear
walking shoes
Parking Info
Park in the Visitor Designated Spots at the SEED
Training Center

5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Meet and Greet/Refreshments
5:30 PM – 5:45 PM
Welcome and Introduction of Host for Remarks
5:45 PM – 6:30 PM
Short Intro Program followed by Tour
6:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Follow-up Meet and Greet/Refreshments
7:00 PM
Close by Thanking Attendees

Members may bring a guest for only a $5 additional fee.

TICKETS: ATHENA Akron Member: $10 | Non-Member: $15 | ATHENA Akron Member and Guest: $15

ATHENA Akron, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect established women leaders, provide emerging women leaders with access to established women leaders, and to offer programs for leadership development.
Registrants and their guests agree to allow ATHENA Akron to use their likeness in photographs taken at the event unless they have otherwise notified ATHENA Akron in writing.
