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End the Year Strong with Athena | Leadership, Learning & Connection |

As 2025 draws to a close, Athena invites you to end the year strong — together.

This fall, we’re turning momentum into mastery with four high-impact programs designed to sharpen your leadership edge, deepen your connections, and remind you why community is the ultimate accelerator. Whether you’re climbing toward the boardroom, building human-centered skills for the AI era, or reconnecting with the women who lift as they climb — Athena is where it all comes together.


Athena on Boards Cohort 16 | Powered by WSGR

October 29 | December 3 | February 10

4:30–6:30 PM PT | Virtual via Zoom


If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to step into the boardroom — this is it.

Athena on Boards is a five-month experiential journey that pairs rising leaders with accomplished female directors who mentor, challenge, and champion your success.

Through workshops, peer cohorts, and personalized guidance, you’ll craft your Board Bio, refine your pitch, and activate your network with confidence and clarity.


With a 35% placement rate and a track record of turning ambition into appointments, this is more than preparation — it’s your launchpad to board leadership.

It’s time to claim your seat — and your voice — at the table.



Harvesting Leadership | Fall Mentorfest

November 5 | 11:00 AM–12:30 PM PT | Virtual via Zoom


The season of growth starts here.

Join Athena’s Aspiring Leaders Committee for a dynamic speed-mentoring event that brings together STEM mentors from AWS, Microsoft, Becton Dickinson, Bristol Myers Squibb, ResMed, and more.


In this high-energy virtual experience, you’ll rotate through small group sessions, gaining rapid-fire insights on leadership advancement, salary strategy, career transitions, sponsorship, and personal branding. Whether you’re just starting out or stepping up, Fall Mentorfest offers real access, real advice, and real connection.


Your next breakthrough might just begin in one of these conversations.



Athena Academy | Soft Skills to Thrive in the Age of AI

November 13 | November 17 | November 24 | December 4

9:30–11:00 AM PT | Virtual via Zoom


In an AI-driven world, your most valuable asset isn’t technology — it’s you.

Led by Athena’s resident executive coach Dr. Alessandra Wall, this four-part Academy helps STEM professionals build the essential human skills that will matter most in the future: strategic goal setting, presence, influence, and authentic connection.


Learn how to translate ambition into action, command a room, and cultivate relationships that amplify your career and credibility. These are the soft skills that drive hard results — and they’ll set you apart long after the algorithms change.


Athena’s Annual Members-Only Holiday Reception | Powered by Womble Bond Dickinson

December 10 | 4:30–6:30 PM PT | In Person | Womble Bond Dickinson, La Jolla, CA


There’s no better way to close out 2025 than surrounded by your Athena community.

This members-only celebration gathers friends, peers, and allies who’ve stood together through a year of transformation and triumph. Join us at Womble Bond Dickinson to toast to another year of leadership, impact, and connection.


Come celebrate the women (and allies) who continue to light the path forward.


This is your season to rise.

Athena’s end-of-year lineup is your invitation to grow, connect, and lead with clarity.

Don’t wait for next year to start strong — end this one stronger.


 
 
 

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