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Greater Phoenix Chamber Announces 11 Finalists for 2024 ATHENA Awards

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

August 15, 2024

(PHOENIX) – The Greater Phoenix Chamber announced the 11 women chosen as finalists for its prestigious 37th annual ATHENA Awards, continuing its strong tradition of recognizing outstanding Valley businesswomen.

The ATHENA Businesswoman of the Year Award recognizes a woman in the public and private sectors and highlights an upcoming leader in the Valley as an ATHENA young professional.  ATHENA finalists are chosen among dozens of nominations for their excellence in business and leadership, dedication to the community, and support and mentorship of others. Congratulations to all the 2024 ATHENA nominees!

The 11 finalists are:

Private Sector finalists:

  • Pam Giannonatti, Corporate Affairs Manager, Kroger/Fry’s Food Stores
  • Jenny Holsman Tetreault, Vice President & Associate General Counsel, TPI Composites
  • Joanne H. Osborne, Owner & CFO, Osborne Jewelers
  • Marian Zapata-Rossa, Partner, Snell & Wilmer

Public Sector finalists:

  • Shannon Clancy, CEO, St. Vincent de Paul
  • Angela Hughey, President, ONE Community Foundation
  • Rosa Inchausti, City Manager, City of Tempe
  • Christina Spicer, Co-CEO, Girl Scouts – Arizona Cactus-Pine Council

Young Professional finalists:

  • Kate Conway, Vice President, Government Relations, Verra Mobility
  • Kayla Gray, Co-Founder & Operations – Knowledge Donor, Commonspirit
  • Hillary Walsh, Founder & Lawyer, New Frontier Immigration Law

“Spotlighting the women who are moving the Greater Phoenix area forward through the ATHENA Awards program is one of the Chamber’s proudest traditions,” said Todd Sanders, president & CEO of the Greater Phoenix Chamber. “These women make immeasurable contributions within their companies, their communities, and they are a driving force in making Arizona a top state in the nation. I encourage everyone to join us in October at the ATHENA Awards Luncheon to meet these exceptional leaders.”

The ATHENA Awards highlight women who have achieved the pinnacle of success within their industry, have mentored others throughout their careers, dedicated their time to their community, and are making a difference in the lives of others.

Join the Greater Phoenix Chamber to celebrate outstanding businesswomen in our community and to support all nominees, finalists, and recipients, past and present.

WHO: Three ATHENA Award recipients will be announced during the Greater Phoenix Chamber’s ATHENA Awards Luncheon.

WHEN: Thursday, October 24th | 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

WHERE: JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

REGISTER: Register here | Registration closes on Friday, October 18th

QUESTIONS: Email events@phoenixchamber.com with any questions.

HASHTAG: #PHXATHENA2024

More opportunities for Valley businesswomen!

Join the Greater Phoenix Chamber for our Professional Women’s Alliance Series (PWA)!  Build your network, connect with peers, and hear from inspiring businesswomen in the community. The Chamber brings businesswomen together by hosting a dynamic female leader in the community each month to share insights into leadership, career growth, community involvement, and women’s issues. For more information on PWA, please contact Haley Pittman, Director of Development & Programming, at hpittman@phoenixchamber.com.

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Greater Phoenix Chamber

Representing 2,400 businesses across the Greater Phoenix region, the Greater Phoenix Chamber catalyzes regional prosperity through forward-thinking public policy, intentional economic growth, and diverse, prepared talent. The Chamber pursues this mission by collaborating with business, political, and community leaders to grow the regional talent pool, create a regional approach to economic development, and drive a pro-Arizona agenda.

About the ATHENA Awards

The ATHENA Awards, an internationally prized honor, recognizes the achievement of businesswomen across the Greater Phoenix region. 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 career, their community and especially other women. ATHENAs demonstrate inspiring leadership within their industry, mentor women throughout their career and dedicate themselves to the community.

About the ATHENA Young Professional Award

ATHENA International established an award to honor emerging young leaders in our community. The ATHENA Young Professional Award officially launched at the 2007 International ATHENA Leadership Conference and Phoenix was proud to be one of the first cities to present it within their community. These are the “women to watch.”

 

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