2026 Triangle East ATHENA Leadership Award Dinner
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2026 Triangle East ATHENA Leadership Award Dinner
Date:
October 6, 2026
Time:
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Registration:
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Event Description:
Celebrating Leadership. Inspiring Others.
The Triangle East Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate exceptional professional and community leadership at our annual ATHENA Leadership Award Dinner on Tuesday, October 6.
Join us for an inspiring evening as we recognize the outstanding women nominated for the 2026 Triangle East ATHENA International Leadership Award and announce this year’s award recipient.
Congratulations to Our 2026 Nominees
Kimberly Pickett — Town of Smithfield
Natasia McLean — NDM Method LLC & Say Y.E.S. Foundation Inc.
Randa Gay — Isaiah 117 House
Martha Dockery — Superior Clinical Research, LLC
Susan Watson — Retired, Parrish & Underwood Funeral Homes
April Stephens — The April Stephens Team @ eXp Realty
Joelina Landa — United Community
Cindy Mason — Over the Moon Boutique
Natasia McLean — NDM Method LLC & Say Y.E.S. Foundation Inc.
Randa Gay — Isaiah 117 House
Martha Dockery — Superior Clinical Research, LLC
Susan Watson — Retired, Parrish & Underwood Funeral Homes
April Stephens — The April Stephens Team @ eXp Realty
Joelina Landa — United Community
Cindy Mason — Over the Moon Boutique
Keynote Speaker
Michelle Ball
Johnston County Clerk of Court
About the ATHENA Leadership Award
The ATHENA Leadership Award recognizes an individual who demonstrates professional excellence, meaningful service to the community, and a commitment to helping women achieve their full leadership potential.
Presented in communities around the world through ATHENA International, the award celebrates leaders whose accomplishments create opportunities for others and inspire future generations of women to lead.
We invite you to join the Triangle East business community for an evening of celebration, connection, and inspiration as we honor the women whose leadership is making an impact in our region.
Event Sponsors:
Gold Sponsors
Event Sponsors:
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Location:
The Birdie Ballroom at the Neuse Country Club
Date/Time Information:
5:30 Reception
6:30 Dinner
6:30 Dinner
Contact Information:
919.934.9166
Fees/Admission:
Individual Registration: $65 ($10 member discount)
Members must register through the Member Information Center (MIC) to receive discount. Call the Chamber at 919.934.9166 if you need assistance.
Presenting Sponsor $2500 (Limit 1) - Includes: Event naming rights, Speaking opportunity, Premier logo placement, Logo on website and program, Pre/Post event digital promotion, Dedicated social media recognition, 8 reserved tickets, and a post-event guest list.
Members must register through the Member Information Center (MIC) to receive discount. Call the Chamber at 919.934.9166 if you need assistance.
Presenting Sponsor $2500 (Limit 1) - Includes: Event naming rights, Speaking opportunity, Premier logo placement, Logo on website and program, Pre/Post event digital promotion, Dedicated social media recognition, 8 reserved tickets, and a post-event guest list.
Platinum Sponsor $1000 - Includes: Speaking opportunity, Prominent logo placement, Logo on website and program, Pre/Post event digital promotion, Group social media recognition, 6 reserved tickets, and a post-event guest list.
Gold Sponsor $500 - Includes: Logo on website and program, Pre/Post event digital promotion, Group social media recognition, 4 reserved tickets, and a post-event guest list.
Silver Sponsor $250 - Includes: Name Recognition, Group social media recognition, and 2 reserved tickets.
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