Athena San Diego fosters personal and professional change through inclusion, risk-taking, education, recognition, and diversity of thought, thereby enhancing competitiveness and opportunity in the San Diego business community.

Key issues in the high-tech, biosciences, healthcare, defense, energy and clean-tech industries are addressed through educational and motivational events, annual member's survey, Pinnacle Awards and scholarship program. Professional growth is enhanced through special-interest, Affinity Groups, programs, and networking opportunities.