ATHENA WIN

10/16/2026

Join us for a relaxed evening of networking with no agenda. It’s a chance to connect with fellow ATHENA WIN members both professionally and personally. Cocktails and refreshments will be available for purchase, so please bring cash or a card.

The event is Thursday, October 22 at the Lansing Shuffle.

Register Today: https://bit.ly/4ionkWC

10/06/2026

Money impacts nearly every part of our lives, yet so many of us hesitate to ask the questions that matter most. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an honest conversation about building long-term financial confidence through our ATHENA WIN Professional Growth and Development Series!

Thank you to our panelists, Susan Gisholt of Delta Dental of Michigan, Katrina Hofstetter of Cornerstone Legal; and Stephanie Collier, CFP, CLU, CLTC, of Northwestern Mutual, along with our moderator, Shelley Davis Boyd, MBA, CAE, CEC, of Essdee & Co.

Here are a few takeaways worth saving:
• Know where your money is going. Compare your intended budget to your reality budget, then stick with it.

• Time in the market beats timing the market. Investing can be emotional, so focus on the long game.

• Don't overlook your employee benefits. They're part of your total value. Ask what you need and why.

• Life changes, and your budget, portfolio mix, and investments should always be reviewed.

The biggest lesson? Building financial wellness starts with small, consistent habits.

10/05/2026

Sign up for an engaging and empowering panel discussion for tomorrow, designed to spark honest conversations about financial wellness, retirement planning, investing, employee benefits, and building long-term financial confidence.

Panelists include:
• Moderator: Shelley Davis Boyd - President & CEO, Essdee & Co.
• Susan Gisholt - Manager, Talent Strategies, Delta Dental of Michigan
• Katrina Hofstetter - Attorney at Law, Cornerstone Legal
Stephanie Collier, CFP®, CLU®, CLTC® - Wealth Management Advisor and Business Owner, Northwestern Mutual

Register Today: https://bit.ly/4yVDiNf

10/01/2026

09/28/2026

Sign up for an engaging and empowering panel discussion designed to spark honest conversations about financial wellness, retirement planning, investing, employee benefits, and building long-term financial confidence.

Panelists include:
• Susan Gisholt — Manager, Talent Strategies, Delta Dental of Michigan
• Katrina Hofstetter — Attorney at Law, Cornerstone Legal
• Stephanie Collier, CFP®, CLU®, CLTC® — Wealth Management Advisor and Business Owner, Northwestern Mutual

Register Today: https://bit.ly/4yVDiNf

09/25/2026

What a night! Thank you to everyone who helped make last night's ATHENA Women's Interest Network (WIN) Evening of Empowerment an incredible, sold-out evening at the Crowne Plaza Lansing .

Mother and daughter Lupe Izzo and Raquel Izzo-McDonald of The Izzo Legacy shared how one family's commitment to service has grown into a movement lifting up communities across Michigan, in a conversation guided by former WLNS-TV anchor Chivon Kloepfer.

An East Lansing native, Michigan State University grad, and 1990 Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Lupe founded The Izzo Legacy in 2019. Since then, the foundation has given more than $2 million to Michigan charities and earned a 2022 Governor's Service Award.

Now, with Raquel by her side, that legacy is carrying into the next generation.

More photos are coming soon, so stay tuned!

09/24/2026

Tonight's the night!

Our ATHENA WIN Evening of Empowerment begins at 5:00 PM at the Crowne Plaza Lansing.

We look forward to seeing you!

08/14/2026

Tickets Now Available For The Evening of Empowerment

Join us at the ATHENA WIN Evening of Empowerment on Thursday, September 24, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza.

This special evening will feature a powerful fireside chat, Legacy of Leadership: Passing the Torch from Generation to Generation, highlighting the importance of mentorship, family legacy, and leadership across generations.

Register Today: https://bit.ly/4g089ls

ATHENA WIN Evening of Empowerment, September 24th, 2026 Join us at the ATHENAWINEveningofEmpowerment on Thursday, September 24, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza. This special evening will feature a powerful fireside chat, Legacy of Leadership: Passing the Torch from Generat...

07/31/2026

80+ women. One incredible summer evening. 🌞

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the ATHENA WIN Summer Social at Copper Moon! From Ashley Crosser sharing her Aspiring Leaders journey, to all the new connections made along the way.

And a big shoutout to our sponsor, Güd Marketing, for making it happen!

More ATHENA WIN events on the horizon, follow along so you don't miss the next one.

06/29/2026

Nominate an Extraordinary Leader for the ATHENA Award.

The ATHENA Award honors individuals who strive towards the highest levels of professional accomplishment, excel in their chosen field, have devoted time and energy to their community, and pave paths for other women to follow. It also celebrates the potential of all women as leaders of the community and recognizes those who support them.

Submit your nomination by Friday, July 31, 2026: https://www.lansingchamber.org/athena-leadership-award/