The Greater Hazleton Chamber is proud to announce the 34th winner of the Athena Business Woman of the Year Award is State Representative Tarah Toohil.

The committee of judges reviewed the applications submitted on the basis of the three critical elements: excelling in professional endeavors, community service, and supporting and mentoring women.

Mary Malone, Chamber President noted “ The Chamber membership has many talented women business leaders who excel in their designated field of expertise. This year’s applications highlighted that talent pool.” The beautiful Athena Award, which is from the International Athena Association, is being sponsored for the first time this year by, Community Bank, N.A. Community Bank Pennsylvania President Barbara Maculloch, a past recipient of Athena award from the Wilkes Barre Chamber noted, “Tarah’s dedication to the youth of the community, and mentoring young girls to strive for their goals, was a key aspect of her application."

The award will be presented on Thursday, September 10, 2020 as part of the Chamber’s 128th annual meeting and business expo. Representative Toohil noted how proud she was to join a long line of strong women who have received the award in the past.

We hope you can join us to celebrate Representative Toohil at the Chamber’s annual event.