Nominations for the 2013 ATHENA Awards are being accepted until Aug. 8.

The Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce Business Development Connection and the Bossier Chamber of Commerce continue to partner in honoring individuals with the prestigious ATHENA Award.

Each year, the ATHENA Award is presented to two individuals who have attained and personify the highest level of professional excellence by showing creativity and initiative in their business or profession, have devoted time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community in a meaningful way and have opened doors of leadership opportunities for women in order for them to achieve their full potential.

To nominate an individual, submit an application form to Jana Morgan, director of special events at the Bossier Chamber of Commerce, at [email protected].

Award recipients will be announced 11:30 a.m. Nov. 7 at the ATHENA Awards Luncheon at the Shreveport Convention Center.

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