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• ATHENA Sponsor Registration

  • Start
    23 Sep 2026
  • End
    31 Mar 2027

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  2027 ATHENA Sponsorship Opportunities

  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 and their representatives will be recognized at the Awards Ceremony in front of over 200 people. 

  ** Any excess funds raised will be used at the discretion of the RUTHERFORD Cable Board to fund additional leadership programs and activities focused on Moving Women Forward.** 

  See details of each sponsorship type here.

  Questions, please email ATHENA@rutherfordcable.org.

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• ATHENA 2027 Nominations

  • Start
    01 Oct 2026
  • End
    06 Nov 2026

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  NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN

  ATHENA Leadership Award & 
  ATHENA Young Professional Award

  
  

  Nominee Elegibility

  Nominees for the Rutherford ATHENA and Young Professional Awards must
  live or work in Rutherford County. If the nominee lives outside of Rutherford County, she must work in Rutherford County.
  

  
  

  Nomination Deadline

  Submit nominations and payment by November 6, 2026.

  
  

  Nomination Fees

  • ATHENA Leadership Award nomination: $175
  • ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award nomination:  $175 
    Nominees must be under 40 years of age.
  • Nomination for both awards:  $350

  
  

  Each nomination fee includes dinner tickets for the nominee and a judge to attend the 2027 Rutherford ATHENA Award ceremony on May 14, 2027 (a total value of $130).

  
  A nomination is not complete until the fee has been paid.

  
  

  Questions?

  For assistance with the nomination process, please contact:

  Dr. Sam Zaza, ATHENA Chair

  ATHENA@rutherfordcable.org 

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• October Coffee Social

  • When
    29 Oct 2026
  •  
    7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
  • Location
    Joanie's Public Square | 13 S Public Square | Murfreesboro
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Coffee Social

  Join us for a relaxed morning of coffee and connection! This is a wonderful opportunity to engage in meaningful conversation and get to know fellow members on a more personal level. Come share ideas, make new connections, and enjoy great company—one cup at a time.
  
  Liaison: Ashley Morgan

  directorevents@rutherfordcable.org
   

  Registration closes on: Wednesday, October 28th

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• Whole Leader Series: Part II | Being Seen: Visibility & Recognition at Work and in Life

  • When
    04 Nov 2026
  •  
    11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Patterson Park Meeting Room C, 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Murfreesboro
  • Spaces left
    30

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  Whole Leader Series: Part II
  Being Seen: Visibility & Recognition at Work and in Life
  

  The best work in the room doesn't always get noticed, and often it belongs to the person least likely to speak up about it. Everyone deserves to be recognized for their work, but few were ever taught how to do it without feeling like we're bragging. 

  This session is designed for professionals who want to be seen and valued, not overlooked. We'll explore why we downplay our own wins, work through a hands-on exercise you can reuse on any goal and reflect together in small groups.

  
  

  Come curious and leave ready to be seen.

  
  

  Event Liaison: Kiffin McCoy-Albert learningdevelopment@rutherfordcable.org

  Registration closes on: Tuesday, November 3

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• November Empowerment Gathering

  • When
    10 Nov 2026
  •  
    7:15 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    The Fountains at Gateway - 1500 Medical Center Pkwy, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

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  Join us for our
  Empowerment Gathering

  Come and experience the perfect blend of professional development and networking in an atmosphere that celebrates genuine connection and growth. Together, we can empower each other to reach new heights in our careers and personal lives.

  Reminder: Remember to drop your business card in the basket for a chance to win a door prize and grab a card on the way out to make an additional connection!

  **Registration closes Friday, November 6th @ 12pm**

  Please remember the policy change that you will pay at time of registration.

  There is an additional $5 late fee for walk-up registrations after registration is closed. Be prepared to pay this at the registration table by QR code.

  Questions? Please refer to the Empowerment Gathering FAQs page.

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• Fall Book Read

  • When
    12 Nov 2026
  •  
    5:15 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Smyrna Public Library | 400 Enon Springs Road Smyrna TN 37167

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  Fall Book Read

  Rutherford Cable Women’s Silent Book Read | November 12th 5:15pm-7pm

  Join us for a refreshing time of reading, connection, and fellowship! Bring a book you love or start a new one when you arrive. We’ll spend the first hour reading in silence, followed by brief book highlights and sharing.

  More than a book read, it’s an opportunity to unwind, discover new perspectives, and build meaningful connections with fellow Rutherford Cable women.

  Bring a book, turn a page, and connect with purpose! ✨

  Deadline to register: Nov. 11th, 2026

  Please contact Shanna Johnson if you have any questions about this event at scjohnson1908@yahoo.com.

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• Cable Goes Line Dancing

  • When
    17 Nov 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    The Warehouse | 730 Middle Tennessee Blvd Ste 14 Murfreesboro, TN 37129
  • Spaces left
    34

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  Cable Goes Line Dancing

  Join us for a fun evening of boot scootin’ and shenanigans with the folks at Dance Murfreesboro. This private Cable line dance event will be sure to get you moving and having a great time with your fellow Cable members. Whether you’ve line danced before or have never stepped foot on a dance floor, you are guaranteed to have a great time. 

  Registration closes on 11/05/2026.

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• Cable Holiday Party

  • When
    01 Dec 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Redstone Federal Credit Union | 2404 Medical Center Parkway, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 4th Floor Event Space

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  RUTHERFORD Cable Annual Holiday Party
  

  The Special Events Committee invites you to an evening of holiday fun with appetizers, cocktails, and a little bit of a boot stomping good time. Join us to celebrate the season with your RUTHERFORD Cable community as we toast to another incredible year together in great company.
  
  **The holiday party will replace the December Empowerment Gathering. There will be no Empowerment Gathering held in December.**

  Break out your best festive holiday attire and get ready to mingle, celebrate, and enjoy a wonderful evening together!

  Event Liaison: Mindy Patton specialevents@rutherfordcable.org.

  Register by: Nov. 27th, 2026
  

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• January Empowerment Gathering

  • When
    12 Jan 2027
  •  
    7:15 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    The Fountains at Gateway - 1500 Medical Center Pkwy, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

  Register

  Join us for our
  Empowerment Gathering
  
  

  Come and experience the perfect blend of professional development and networking in an atmosphere that celebrates genuine connection and growth. Together, we can empower each other to reach new heights in our careers and personal lives.

  
  

  More Information Coming Soon. 

  
  

  
  

  Reminder: Remember to drop your business card in the basket for a chance to win a door prize and grab a card on the way out to make an additional connection!

  
  

  **Registration closes DATE @ 12pm**

  Please remember the policy change that you will pay at time of registration.

  There is an additional $5 late fee for walk-up registrations after registration is closed. Be prepared to pay this at the registration table by QR code.

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• February Empowerment Gathering

  • When
    09 Feb 2027
  •  
    7:15 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    The Fountains at Gateway - 1500 Medical Center Pkwy, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

  Register

  Join us for our
  Empowerment Gathering
  
  

  Come and experience the perfect blend of professional development and networking in an atmosphere that celebrates genuine connection and growth. Together, we can empower each other to reach new heights in our careers and personal lives.

  
  

  More Information Coming Soon. 

  
  

  
  

  Reminder: Remember to drop your business card in the basket for a chance to win a door prize and grab a card on the way out to make an additional connection!

  
  

  **Registration closes DATE @ 12pm**

  Please remember the policy change that you will pay at time of registration.

  There is an additional $5 late fee for walk-up registrations after registration is closed. Be prepared to pay this at the registration table by QR code.

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• 2027 Rutherford ATHENA International Leadership Ceremony & Award®

  • When
    14 May 2027
  •  
    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    MTSU, 1768 Mtsu Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN 37132

  ATHENA International Leadership Award® Program

  The ATHENA International Leadership Award® Program recognizes and honors outstanding business and professional individuals for excellence in their chosen fields, for providing valuable service to their community, and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional goals and leadership skills.  The purpose of the event is to build awareness of and honor the contributions being made by leaders in the Rutherford County community.  Both the ATHENA Award and ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award will be presented at this ceremony. 

  Athena Tickets

     Individual: $65 | Table of 10: $600  

     ATHENA@rutherfordcable.org or ATHENAinfo@rutherfordcable.org for more information.

  Registration Closes May 7th!

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