Gina Cotner

Gina Cotner is the founder and CEO of Athena Executive Services, a company she established in 2016.13 Athena Executive Services pairs high-caliber virtual Executive Assistants from across the United States with busy business owners, entrepreneurs, and executives.3

Professional Background

Gina has over 15 years of remote work experience and has mastered the art of time management.2 Before founding Athena, she worked as an Executive Assistant to the CEO at Archer & Associates, Inc. from November 2012 to May 2015.3 She also has experience as a Training Program Developer & Consultant and Business Coach.3

Athena Executive Services

The company's mission is to help clients achieve work-life balance by providing part-time, remote executive assistants who handle administrative tasks and projects.12 This allows clients to focus on their core responsibilities and areas where they can make the biggest impact.

Speaking and Thought Leadership

Gina is an engaging speaker and podcast guest, often discussing topics such as:

• Time management and work-life balance
• Delegation strategies
• The benefits of virtual executive assistants
• Leadership and mentoring

She emphasizes the importance of designing one's life intentionally rather than simply surviving it.3

Personal Interests

Outside of her professional life, Gina is:

• An avid pickleball player
• Learning golf
• Serving on the board of an HOA
• Splitting her time between Seattle and the central coast of California2

Gina's approach to business and life is centered around helping people live lives of their own design, which is reflected in both her company's services and her personal philosophy.3