Washington County Chamber Of Commerce Announces 2023 Athena Award Winner

May 6, 2023 3:59 am

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce held a luncheon on Friday to announce their 2023 Athena Leadership Award winner. Dr. Kacey Marra was honored this year. Marra is the Vice Chair of Research for the Department of Plastic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. She also is an instructor in the Department of Bioengineering. Marra is also the founder and CEO of the medical device company Nerve Repair Technologies. Her company is focused on developing a biodegradable device that will revolutionize nerve regeneration for those with traumatic injuries. Marra has mentored over 300 students in high school, college, graduate and medical students. Kacey lives in Canonsburg with her husband and three children. The Athena Award is presented by Chambers of Commerce, women’s organizations and universities to individuals who demonstrate leadership qualities consistent with the Athena Leadership Model and have attained the highest level of professional excellence.