CONROE, Texas - eTradeWire -- Lake Conroe, TX — Speaker, author, and founder of The Badass Arts™, Tina Bernard, has been selected as a nominee for the prestigious ATHENA Leadership Award, an honor recognizing individuals whose professional accomplishments, community impact, and commitment to developing future leaders exemplify exceptional leadership.

Presented through chambers of commerce and affiliated organizations worldwide, the ATHENA Leadership Award celebrates individuals who excel in their profession, serve their communities, and actively support others in reaching their leadership potential. The award is widely regarded as one of the highest recognitions of leadership, mentorship, and service.

Founded in 2025, The Badass Arts™ helps women bridge the gap between what they know and how they live. Through speaking engagements, workshops, writing, and community conversations, Bernard encourages individuals to strengthen self-trust, develop emotional intelligence, establish healthy boundaries, and create lives aligned with their deepest values.

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Bernard expressed both surprise and gratitude upon learning of the nomination.

"I was completely caught off guard," said Bernard. "A friend texted me a screenshot and asked why I hadn't told anyone. The truth is that I had no idea I'd been nominated. It's an incredible honor, and I'm deeply touched that someone took the time to recognize what we're building through The Badass Arts™."

"As a relatively young organization, this recognition feels especially meaningful. We're just getting started, and to be included alongside so many accomplished leaders in our community is both humbling and inspiring. I'm absolutely tickled pink."

In addition to her professional work, Bernard is known for fostering meaningful conversations around resilience, self-trust, and authentic leadership. Through her writing, speaking, workshops, and leadership initiatives, she has become a respected voice among organizations, businesses, women's groups, and community leaders seeking thoughtful dialogue and personal growth.

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The Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce's ATHENA program highlights leaders who not only achieve success but also create opportunities for others to grow and thrive. As an ATHENA nominee, Bernard joins a distinguished group of leaders whose work reflects the belief that true leadership is measured not only by personal achievement, but by the lives impacted along the way.

ATHENA Leadership Award Luncheon

Friday, July 24, 2026
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. CDT

Hyatt Regency Conroe
1001 Grand Central Parkway
Conroe, TX 77304

For more information, visit the Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce ATHENA Leadership Award Luncheon page.
https://www.thebadassarts.com