Shreveport Chamber Recognizes ATHENA Award Recipient

SHREVEPORT, La (press release) — On Nov. 13, the Greater Shreveport Chamber recognized Ruth Moseley Norton, partner at Heard, McElroy & Vestal, LLC,  as the area’s 57th ATHENA International Leadership Award Recipient at the 35th Annual ATHENA Leadership Award Luncheon, presented by Ochsner LSU Health.

“Each year, the ATHENA Award Luncheon gives us the opportunity to celebrate individuals whose leadership, vision and mentorship strengthen our community,” said Dr. Timothy Magner, president of the Greater Shreveport Chamber. “Ruth exemplifies the spirit of ATHENA through her professional excellence, dedication to service, and unwavering commitment to empowering others.”

Norton is a Certified Public Accountant and Partner at Heard, McElroy & Vestal, LLC, following 25 years as the founder and leader of Norton & Associates CPAs, LLC.

According to the chamber, Norton holds the Certified in Financial Forensics credential and is widely recognized for her expertise in tax, consulting and litigation services. Norton has also served as Chair of the Louisiana Society of CPAs Forensics, Valuation and Litigation Services Committee and continues to champion excellence in her profession as an AICPA CFF Champion.

Beyond her professional achievements, Norton is engaged in civic and community life. She serves on the boards of the R.W. Norton Art Foundation and Friends of Safety Town and is a former board member of The Robinson Film Center. The chamber states that Norton is also a past volunteer EMT and youth softball coach.