The Parthenon award is presented to a business that encourages and makes it possible for its employees to develop their leadership potential in the hope that other businesses and organizations will do the same. The criteria is as follows:

The ATHENA Lenawee Parthenon Award celebrates businesses dedicated to raising the potential of all women as valued members of their business, profession and the community. The award honors those businesses that strive toward the highest levels of this achievement.

ATHENA Parthenon Award recipients must meet each of three specific criteria:

• Assist women in reaching their full professional leadership potential

• Demonstrate excellence, creativity and initiative in their business category

• Provide valuable service by devoting, or allowing their employees to devote time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community.