From BOWLING GREEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The deadline for the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Awards Nominations has been extended to Monday, Feb. 8 at 5 p.m. The public is invited to submit nominations for the Zeus, Athena and Outstanding Citizen Awards to honor individuals who make a difference in the community. Nomination forms, including criteria and submission information, are available from the Chamber of Commerce, Four Corners Center at 217 S. Church St., and can also be obtained from the Chamber’s website at www.bgchamber.net. Submissions will not be accepted after 5 p.m. on Feb. 8. For questions contact the Chamber of Commerce office at 419-353-7945 or chamber@bgchamber.net.
ATHENA AWARD- The Athena Award Program celebrates the achievement of women as valued members and leaders of the community and recognizes those who support them. The Athena is awarded to women who have devoted their own time and energy to give back to their community, and also initiate paths so that others may follow. An Athena recipient is someone who assists women in reaching their full leadership potential; they exhibit excellence, creativity and initiative in their business or profession, and provide valuable service by devoting time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community.
ZEUS AWARD- The Zeus Award Program is the counterpart to the Athena. “Zeus Award” recipients are male individuals who support a culture that encourages women to achieve their full leadership potential through active mentoring, support systems, and development actions. A Zeus Award nominee is someone who continually gives back to the larger community of women by providing and/or supporting leadership development opportunities and initiatives. A Zeus demonstrates excellence, creativity, and shows initiative in their business or profession while providing valuable services and contributing their time and energy to improve the quality of life for community members.
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD – The Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award recognizes two citizens (one male, one female) that focus their work to the Bowling Green area, and have demonstrated an active leadership role for the community through involvement in business, civic, social and/or service organizations. Candidates for this award must live and/or work in the Bowling Green area, and must demonstrate active leadership which serves and improves their community.
