JACKSON, MI – TRUE Community Credit Union is proud to recognize and congratulate Chief Member Experience Office Sarah Ermatinger as the 2023 Jackson County ATHENA Leadership Award winner.

The ATHENA Leadership Award was one of several community awards presented by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce during their Night of Distinction. Those nominated for the ATHENA Leadership Award must demonstrate excellence, creativity, and initiative throughout their career, donate their time and talents to improve the quality of life for others, and help women reach their full leadership potential through mentorship roles or relationships, while contributing significantly to the Jackson Community.

“The entire TRUE Community Credit Union Team is proud beyond measure of Sarah’s accomplishment, being awarded the 2023 ATHENA Leadership Award,” said TRUE Community Credit Union President and CEO Chrissy Siders. “Sarah demonstrates excellence, creativity, and initiative, selflessly donating her time and talents to improve the quality of life for others, and helping women reach their full leadership potential through mentorship, all while contributing significantly to the Jackson Community. She strives for excellence in everything, leads with creativity and heart always, and shows up with an immense amount of initiative to everything she pours herself into. She embodies humility and authenticity, and TRUE Community Credit Union is better because of her.”

Presented to leaders across professional sectors, the ATHENA Leadership Award’s rich history, international scope, and focus on mentorship distinguishes it as one of the most prestigious leadership awards one can receive.