Nominations Open for 2026 ATHENA & Tech 50

2026 ATHENA Awards Program of Greater Pittsburgh

The Greater Pittsburgh ATHENA Award and ATHENA Young Professional Award recognizes exceptional women who demonstrate excellence in their profession, contribute to their community, and help other women and girls to succeed through mentorship.

Nominations are OPEN!

• Need help writing a compelling nomination form?
  • Click HERE to review the 2026 Nomination Writing Information Session (Passcode Required: y$Y+Dp.8) 
  • Click HERE to download and review the How To Write A Winning Nomination PDF
• Ready to nominate?
  • Click HERE to submit your nomination by EOD Friday, June 26

2026 Tech 50 Awards - 30th Annual Event

Each year, we celebrate the most successful and innovative companies in Southwestern PA at the Tech 50 Awards event, now in its 30th year! This is your annual opportunity to connect with the region’s top companies and team members in categories like: AI/ML/Robotics, Consumer, Cybersecurity, Education/Community, Manufacturing, MedTech/Life Sciences, Solutions Provider (both Innovative Tech and Services), Start-Up, Company Culture, and CEO of the Year.

2026 Nominations are OPEN! 

• Ready to nominate? 
  • CLICK HERE to submit a nomination form by EOB Wednesday, August 12