Being ATHENA™
Women-focused leadership program for professionals in the workplace.
Fall 2026
Lakeland Chamber
Being ATHENA Cohort
If you missed the opportunity to register for our first cohort that began in August 2025, please join our waitlist and be among the first to know when registration opens for the next cohort in Fall 2026.
The ATHENA Difference:
An empathy-based and introspective approach to leadership and personal development that celebrates the transformational power of enlightened leadership in the workplace.
Michelle Ledford Consulting is proud to bring the Being ATHENA program to Lakeland, Florida in collaboration with the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce.
In each session, Michelle Ledford, an ATHENA certified facilitator guide and ATHENA Leadership Award Recipient, will lead participants through learning modules including self-reflection activities, breakout sessions, conflict resolution, guest speaker Q & A, group discussions, current events and content relevant to “enlightened leadership”, corresponding to these eight principles.
The Eight Principles of Enlightened Leadership
Live Authentically & Learn Constantly
Build Relationships & Foster Collaboration
Act Courageously & Advocate Fiercely
Give Back & Celebrate
The Being ATHENA™ Leadership Participants Experience
Participants embark on a profound journey of self-discovery, acquiring knowledge, engaging in self-reflection, and fostering meaningful relationships within the alumni community. Remarkable women experience substantial growth in self-understanding, leading to unprecedented levels of achievement and success. Through the program, they develop newfound confidence, empowering their inner self-advocate. Their accomplishments are recognized and rewarded with promotions, higher salaries, additional responsibilities, and recognition.
- An in depth behavior assessment including motivational needs by Predictive Index™
- A personalized action plan for achieving their leadership goals
- Successful negotiations for salary increases, promotions, and increased responsibilities
- A supportive space and atmosphere for sharing career challenges and insights
- A greater sense of self, confidence, and understanding of their unique leadership style
- Meaningful new relationships within the alumni community
Let’s grow together.
Join our waitlist to be among the first to know when registration opens for our Fall 2026 cohort.