Meet the Minds Behind Athena Advisory Collective.
Our team
CO-FOUNDER | ADVISOR
AGATA “AGGIE” CHYDZINSKI
Aggie Chydzinski is the co-founder of Athena Advisory Collective, where she partners with women-owned businesses to create sustainable strategies that drive growth, profitability, and leadership excellence. With over 20 years of experience in business advisory, Aggie specializes in strategic financial planning, sales enablement, operational efficiency, and partnership alignment. She is also the co-host of the Badass Women in Business podcast, where she shares insights on leadership, diversity, and the human side of entrepreneurship. Through Athena, Aggie empowers entrepreneurs to align their vision with actionable results, fostering authentic leadership and cohesive teams.
CO-FOUNDER | ADVISOR
CRISTY O’Connor
Cristy O'Connor is the co-founder of Athena Advisory Collective, bringing a wealth of expertise in strategic leadership, operational excellence, and team development. Known for her ability to align business goals with the human side of operations, Cristy focuses on building cohesive teams, fostering authentic leadership, and driving operational efficiency. She is currently mastering Human Design for Business Owners, adding a unique approach to helping leaders understand their strengths and align their business strategies accordingly. As the co-host of the Badass Women in Business podcast, she shares her insights on leadership, culture, and business transformation, inspiring others to achieve success with purpose.