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We would like to invite you to become a sponsor for the 2026-2027 Rutherford County ATHENA International Leadership Award Program. 

The ATHENA International Leadership Award Program honors business and professional women and men for their career success, service to the community and encouragement of women. In addition, the ATHENA program provides nontraditional scholarships to women returning to school later in life. Join us in celebrating 12 years of astounding leaders in our community, and in affording access to higher education for future women leaders. There are 8 principles of enlightened leadership that are based on the ATHENA Leadership Model. All sponsorships are named after these key principles.

All sponsorship levels below will receive a minimum of 2 social media posts on the ATHENA social media platforms, logo included in all print ads, slideshows and ATHENA print program. All companies will be recognized at the Awards Ceremony in front of over 200 people.

Register to Become an ATHENA Sponsor

Or Download the Sponsorship form here and mail it to: P.O. Box 330487, Murfreesboro, TN, 37129 with check payable to RUTHERFORD Cable!


Investing in the Next Generation: Every ticket supports the 2027 ATHENA Scholarship.

For more information, please contact our ATHENA Chair: 
Dr. Sam Zaza

 athena@rutherfordcable.org

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"Celebrate" Sponsor
$10,000

"Give Back" Sponsor
$5,000 

This sponsorship provides company recognition as Presenting sponsor, with name included in all promotions and logo featured prominently on the ATHENA website. Company representatives present the award at the Award Ceremony. Full-page ad in the ATHENA Ceremony program.

Includes 2 Tickets to the Patrons Society Reception Party & 8 tickets to the ATHENA Award Ceremony.
(1 available) 

This sponsorship provides company recognition as Presenting sponsor, with name included in all promotions and logo featured prominently on the ATHENA website. Company representatives present the award at the Award Ceremony. Full-page ad in the ATHENA Ceremony program.

Includes 2 Tickets to the Patrons Society Reception Party & 4 tickets to the ATHENA Award Ceremony.
(1 available) 

"Advocate Fiercely"
Sponsor $2,500

"Act Courageously"
Sponsor $1,500

This sponsorship provides company recognition as a sponsor with logo featured on the ATHENA website, quarter page ad in the ATHENA Ceremony program and one of the following:

  • Event sponsor of the January ATHENA Nominee Luncheon
  • Food sponsor of the May ATHENA Awards Ceremony

Includes 2 Tickets to the Patrons Society Reception Party & 4 tickets to the ATHENA Award Ceremony
(2 available)

This sponsorship provides company recognition as a sponsor with logo featured on the ATHENA website and one of the following:

• Pin sponsor for all ATHENA nominees to symbolize the prestigious honor. (All ATHENA Nominees will receive an ATHENA International pin.) Pins are given to the nominees at our ATHENA Award Luncheon.
• Vase sponsor for all ATHENA nominees - All ATHENA Nominees will receive an engraved vase commemorating the honor of being nominated. Vases are given to the nominees at our ATHENA Award Luncheon.
• Registration sponsor for the May ATHENA Awards Ceremony. Sponsor logo on the ATHENA event registration webpage as well as a sign with your logo at the Award Ceremony registration table.

Includes 2 Tickets to the Patrons Society Reception Party & 2 tickets to the ATHENA Award Ceremony.
(3 available)

"Foster Collaboration"
Sponsor $1,000

"Build Relationships"
Sponsor $500 

This sponsorship provides company recognition as a sponsor with logo featured on the ATHENA website and one of the following:

  • Dessert sponsor for the May ATHENA Awards Ceremony
  • Luncheon sponsor of the January Welcome event for all nominees
  • Become an ATHENA Book Sponsor
  • Virtual sponsor of all video production of the May Awards Ceremony

Includes 2 Tickets to the Patrons Society Reception Party & 2 tickets to the ATHENA Award Ceremony
(4 available)


This sponsorship provides company recognition as a sponsor with logo featured on the ATHENA website and one of the following: 

• Nominee training - Nominees will learn how to complete the application and essay process to adequately portray their service and accomplishments.
• Happy Hour social - Nominees will have the opportunity to network with fellow nominees after business hours.
• Other supporting sponsor opportunities can be tailored to business needs

Includes 1 Ticket to the Patrons Society Reception Party & 1 Ticket to the ATHENA Award Ceremony
(5 available)

"Learn Constantly"
Sponsor $500

"Live Authentically" 
Sponsor $500

This sponsorship provides company recognition as an In-Kind sponsor with logo featured on the ATHENA website and one of the following:

  • Luncheon Flowers - Flowers for the main table at the May ATHENA Awards Ceremony and at each table during the January ATHENA Nominee Luncheon
  • Print - May ATHENA Awards Ceremony programs and February Welcome Breakfast programs
  • Media - Article and ad in a local publication

1 Ticket to the Patrons Society Reception Party & 1 ticket to the ATHENA Award Ceremony
(3 available)

This sponsorship provides company recognition as an In-Kind sponsor with logo featured on the ATHENA website and one of the following:

• Beverage - Wine and Spirits for the February Happy Hour Networking Event
• Coffee - Coffee for the March Coffee Networking Event
• Hors D'oeuvres for the April Patrons Party
• Beverage - Wine and Spirits for the April Patrons Party

1 Ticket to Patron’s Society Reception Party & 1 ticket to the ATHENA Award Ceremony
(4 available)

**Any excess funds raised will be used at the discretion of the RUTHERFORD Cable board to fund additional leadership

For more information about the RUTHERFORD ATHENA Award® Program, please contact Dr. Sam Zaza, 2027 ATHENA Chair, at ATHENA@rutherfordcable.org
For more information on the ATHENA International Leadership Award, please visit athenainternational.org

RUTHERFORD Cable does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our organization, staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors.

Address : PO Box 330487,
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
615-208-7523

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