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Lifting While Climbing Podcast with Dr. Nima Alamdari
Holly Smithson Welcome, everyone, to this edition of our Lifting While Climbing podcast. I'm so glad to see you all back here. I'm Holly...
1 day ago


WE’RE HIRING | Director of Programs & Partnerships
Now is the time to rise. As the world navigates rapid change and growing polarization, the values of inclusion and community are being...
Apr 10


Athena & Biotech CEO Sisterhood Join Forces with BCG to Foster Resilience & Resolve Among STEM CEOs
Athena and the Biotech CEO Sisterhood announce a strategic alliance with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) to deliver custom executive...
Apr 1
LWC March | Misti Cain |Techstars
Holly Smithson Hi everyone and welcome to this edition of Athena's Lifting Wall Climbing Podcast. I am your host, Athena's President and...
Mar 27
Athena Partners with Shoulder 360 Conference to Launch Strategic Networking Lab at Premier Orthopedic Conference in Miami
Athena CEO Holly Smithson to Deliver Keynote” “Beyond the OR | Network Like a Surgeon—Cut the Small Talk, Connect with Purpose" As part...
Mar 22


Athena and Dynamic Global Events Partner to Propel Women’s Leadership in Pharma & Healthcare
February 19, 2025 – Delray Beach, FL – In a strategic move to accelerate gender equity in STEM leadership, Dynamic Global Events (DGE)...
Feb 21
Lara Wynne | Gate Science, Inc. | January 2025
Holly Smithson Welcome, everyone. I want to welcome you to this edition of Athena's Lifting While Climbing podcast. I'm Holly Smithson,...
Jan 28


Syantra, Inc. Welcomes STEM Advocate and Breast Cancer Conqueror Holly Smithson to Its Board of Directors
Syantra, Inc., a precision biotechnology company revolutionizing cancer detection and treatment, proudly announces the appointment of...
Jan 14
Athena Announces New Board Appointments to Propel the Next Era of Global STEM Leadership
“Our commitment to broadening access to leadership resources and harnessing emerging technologies like AI positions us at the forefront of i
Jan 8
Kiva Allgood | Corporate Board Director, Advisor | December 2024
Holly Smithson Welcome Everyone. I'm Holly Smithson, Athena's president and CEO, and I'm your host for this edition of our Lifting Wall...
Dec 10, 2024
12.5.24 | Claim Your Value | Negotiation Strategies for Women in the Workplace
Genevieve Flores All right, everybody, welcome to claim your value negotiation strategies for women in the workplace. I'm Genevieve...
Dec 9, 2024
Lifting While Climbinbg Podcast | Dr. Manna Semby | November 2024
Holly Smithson Hi everyone and welcome to this edition of Athena's Lifting While Climbing podcast. I'm Holly Smithson, Athena's president...
Dec 3, 2024
11.19.24 | The Insider's View: VC, Start-Ups & Female Founders in Life Sciences Powered by Perkins Coie
I'm going to have a look inside. All right. Good evening and welcome, everyone. I am super excited to convene tonight's program. My name...
Nov 25, 2024
11.14.24 AI & The Future of Work Navigating New Skills & Roles
Holly Smithson All right. I want to open up tonight's program. And invite all of you to enter, the into it, conference center here and...
Nov 19, 2024


Harnessing the Power of Gender Diversity for Lasting Change in STEM and Beyond
The importance of gender diversity in the workplace is indisputable, and as we continue to witness in STEM industries, diverse teams...
Nov 8, 2024
LWC Transcription Test
00:00:00:27 - 00:00:22:18 Speaker 1 I. 00:00:22:23 - 00:00:50:21 Speaker 2 Hello. Oh. Hey, Cher. How are you? Thank you so much for...
Nov 6, 2024


Athena CEO Holly Smithson Featured on Conscious Curiosity SD Podcast, Shares Insights on Leadership, Resilience, and Empowering Women in STEM
Holly Smithson, CEO of Athena, a leading organization dedicated to advancing women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math),...
Oct 23, 2024
Athena Welcomes New Program Specialist
Join us in giving a warm welcome to Genevieve Flores, Athena’s new Program Specialist ! As Athena continues to GLOBALLY expand its...
Oct 18, 2024


Join Team Athena as Program Specialist
Join Athena, a women’s non-profit advocacy organization dedicated to empowering women in STEM, as we expand globally! With 25+ years...
Sep 9, 2024
Athena Enhances Its Global Expansion Strategy with the Appointment of Two Distinguished Board Members
In a strategic move to strengthen its global expansion efforts, Athena's Board of Directors elected two esteemed STEM executives during...
Jul 31, 2024
Holly Smithson Appointed to Serving Seniors Board of Directors
Six accomplished San Diegans bring their impressive accomplishments to the Serving Seniors board of directors, a nonprofit services...
Jul 15, 2024


ATHENA GOES GLOBAL | New Services and Expanded Access
Athena is excited to announce its global expansion with the launch of "Athena Goes Global." This initiative is set to transform the...
Jun 17, 2024


aTyr Pharmaceuticals, Athena & Scientella Join Forces to Ignite STEM Innovation
Athena, a global women's advocacy organization that fast-tracks professional women in STEM, is pleased to announce a strategic alliance...
Mar 13, 2024


Athena Unveils 'Athena Global Access' Campaign Honoring International Women’s Day
Athena, a premier women’s advocacy organization that transforms STEM women into corporate leaders, marks International Women's Day by...
Mar 8, 2024
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