Athens Academy is pleased to announce that Director of Finance and Operations Alan Weiler has been honored with the Leadership Through Service Award by the Mid-South Independent School Business Officers (MISBO). The award was presented at their annual conference, October 22-24, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.

The Leadership Through Service Awards honors “those who not only excel in their own work, but who also elevate those around them, generously share their time and expertise, and strengthen independent schools and our MISBO community in the process.”

Alan joined the Athens Academy staff in 2016 and has 30 years of independent school experience. He previously held DFO positions at St. Paul’s School (FL), Oak Hill Classical School (GA), the Howard School (GA), and the Alexander Dawson School (NV). Raised in Norcross, Georgia, he is a graduate of North Georgia College and received his MBA from Brenau University. Alan also currently serves as a member of the MISBO Board of Directors.

According to MISBO President Damian Kavanagh, “Alan is the kind of leader who would never seek recognition for himself, which makes honoring him all the more meaningful. His colleagues describe him as a steadfast resource who quietly and consistently lifts others up.

Independent schools are stronger because of Alan’s leadership, and MISBO is proud to call him one of our own.” Congratulations, Spartan!

Athens Academy is an independent, co-educational school for students in K3 through 12th grade, located on a beautiful 152-acre campus in Northeast Georgia. Now in its 58th year, Athens Academy pursues its mission of “excellence with honor” through academics, athletics, fine arts, and service and leadership. Ranked the #1 private school in Athens, #6 private school in the state of Georgia (out of 400+ schools), and #1 private school in North Georgia (Niche.com).

For more information, please contact Kelley Cuneo, communications director, at [email protected] or 706-433-2410.