Last evening at the Lima/Allen County Chamber’s Annual Awards Gala, Dr. Cynthia Spiers was named the 2023 Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce ATHENA Award recipient! Dr. Spiers has nearly three decades of experience in higher education and the last four as president of Rhodes State College. She credits her parents for encouraging her to be the best at whatever she did, and her former teachers and professors who saw her potential. Dr. Spiers has found that success both personally and for the college is a team effort. “I work with so many think partners at the college and we work together in making a good idea a great idea,” said Spiers.
The ATHENA Award is presented to individuals who have achieved the highest level of professional excellence, contributes time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community, and actively assists others, particularly women, in realizing their full leadership potential. “I am humbled and deeply honored to receive this prestigious award,” commented Spiers. “I thank everyone who has supported me over the years and helped me to achieve my aspirations. It’s now time for me to give back and help others achieve excellence.” Over 8,000 leaders have been recognized with the ATHENA Leadership award in 500+ regions representing 48 states & 11 countries including USA, Bermuda, UK, China, Canada, Greece, India, Russia, United Arab Emirates, Ghana, Mexico.
