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    ATHENA Organizational Leadership Award
    Nomination Form

    Help us recognize an organization. Nominate or apply for the ATHENA Organizational Leadership Award to be honored at the first-ever ATHENA AWARDS in May 2026

     

    ELIGIBILITY:

    • Chamber membership is not required.
    • Organizeations must have a physical location in and serve the Brainerd Lakes Area.
    • Self-nominations i.e., applications are welcome.

     

    Looking to nominate an individual instead?

    CLICK HERE to switch to the Individual ATHENA Leadership Award nomination form.

  • IMPORTANT NOTE FOR APPLICANTS & NOMINATORS:

  • What We Mean By "Organization".

    The ATHENA Organizational Leadership Award recognizes impact over structure. Eligible recipients include any physically located in and serving the Brainerd Lakes Area, including, but not limited to: business, nonprofit, program, club, or volunteer initiative. References to “organization” throughout this form are intended to encompass all eligible entities.

    Submissions Should Provide Clear Examples:

    In order to help the selection committee better understand the organization being nominated, we encourage you to share clear, specific examples that relate to the following award criteria:

    • The Eight Principles of Enlighted Leadership™
    • Culture of Empowerment
    • Impact on Women and/or Girls

     

    All nominations and nomination information will be confidential.

  • ELIGIBILITY

  • We appreciate you taking the time to nominate.


    Please note that the ATHENA Organizational Leadership Award is reserved for an organization that has a physical location in the Brainerd Lakes Area. We value your engagement and hope you’ll consider nominating an eligible candidate.

  • ORGANIZATION CONTACT INFORMATION

  • ATHENA PRINCIPLES

  • The Eight Principles of Enlightened Leadership™ are outlined below.

    Live Authentically – Leading with honesty and staying true to your values.
    Learn Constantly – Seeking knowledge, developing skills, and encouraging growth.
    Build Relationships – Connecting genuinely, empowering others, and building trust.
    Foster Collaboration – Welcoming all voices and inviting others into leadership.
    Act Courageously – Speaking truth, challenging the status quo, and taking bold steps.
    Advocate Fiercely – Standing up for what matters and championing what is right.
    Give Back – Serving others and leaving a meaningful legacy in the community.
    Celebrate – Honoring milestones and recognizing the people who make progress possible.

  • How does this organization incorporate these principles in organizational structure/practices?
    Please focus on the principles that best reflect the organization's leadership and impact. Nominees are not required to address every principle.

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  • CULTURE OF EMPOWERMENT

  • Describe how this organization creates a culture where women have opportunity to learn, lead, and succeed?
    Tell us how they support women in gaining confidence and developing their skills.

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  • IMPACT THAT LIFTS WOMEN & GIRLS HIGHER

  • How does this organization lift women and/or girls higher in the Brainerd Lakes Area?
    Tell us about their impact – the lives they touch and how they mentor, encourage and/or advocate for women and/or girls.

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  • What makes this organization especially deserving of the ATHENA Organizational Leadership Award?
    Share what sets them apart, what inspires you, or outcomes that show their true commitment to women and/or girls.

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  • NAME OF PERSON SUBMITTING NOMINATION:

    All nomination submissions will remain confidential.

  • You're Almost Done!

    Click the "SUBMIT" button below to complete your nomination. A copy of your nomination will be sent to the email you provided. Thank you for helping us recognize and celebrate women who strengthen the Brainerd Lakes Area.

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