Kyriacos Sabatakakis leads Accenture across Greece and Southeast Europe, overseeing thousands of people and complex transformation projects at an international level. With extensive experience in C-level advisory, strategy, and large-scale organizational change, he has repeatedly been at the forefront of critical decisions about which individuals can truly drive the next phase of an organization.

Dionisis Kolokotsas, with current executive responsibility as Chief Global Affairs Officer at THEON INTERNATIONAL and prior senior leadership roles at Meta and Google, has led global public policy and regulatory strategy across highly regulated, fast-evolving environments, translating complex policy landscapes into strategic advantage and measurable business impact.

Antigoni Giokari currently serves as Chief Operating Officer – AKTOR Construction and Board Member at AKTOR Group. With extensive experience in the construction and infrastructure sector, she has led large-scale operations and complex transformation initiatives, aligning strategy with execution, strengthening governance and internal controls, and driving cost optimization and operational excellence in high-responsibility environments.

Marinos Shiapanis leads Campeón Gaming, an innovative technology provider in the entertainment industry. He has played a pivotal role in the company’s expansion across multiple markets, with a clear emphasis on innovation, customer-centric approaches, and strategic growth. His academic background is rooted in Business Administration and International Banking and Finance, providing him with a solid foundation in business strategy and financial management.

Dimitris is an international accredited Leadership Coach & Facilitator, HR Strategist, and Instructor for Personal & Professional Development. He has trained successfully more than 20.000 executives in his career starting from 2012 up to now, in Greece, France, Belgium, The Balkans and Middle East. Founder of Startup Pathways (2017) and Business Pathways (2023). Initiator of the HR ScaleUp Summit and Emerging Managers Summit.

Psimmenos Stathis is a senior leader with extensive experience in General and Sales Management at ELPEN. He has built and led commercial teams in complex organizational environments, working closely with executive leadership while navigating high expectations, pressure, and competing priorities.

Bastien Agnes is the CEO of Up Hellas, where he has been leading the company’s growth in Greece for over a decade. He played a key role in establishing and developing the business from the ground up during a challenging economic period, driving innovation and the digital transformation of employee benefits. Through his leadership, Up Hellas has introduced modern flexible solutions that support businesses and enhance the everyday experience of employees.

Nikos is the COO and a Board Member of Hack The Box. He holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of Piraeus and a Master’s in Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship from Grenoble Ecole de Management. With over 15 years of experience in technology companies such as Intralot, Novomatic, and Agile Actors, he has developed strong expertise in strategy and operations management within international environments.

George Katsouranis is a senior executive with nearly 30 years of experience in financial services, including leadership roles at Piraeus Bank. He has led strategic initiatives across M&A, international expansion, and organizational transformation, with a strong focus on people development and sustainable growth.

Alexandros Klonaris is CMO at Douleutaras (YourHero Group), with over 15 years of experience in brand, performance, and customer strategy across Europe. He focuses on aligning marketing with commercial outcomes, building full-funnel strategies that drive growth and measurable business impact.

Smaragda Rigakou is General Counsel, Chief Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Officer at Athens Exchange Group, with extensive experience in regulated environments. She has led legal, regulatory, and compliance functions, contributing to strong governance, risk management, and organizational integrity.

Sanja Ilic is a seasoned business leader with extensive C-level experience, having served as COO at Dialectica and Beat. She has led organizations through high-growth and scale-up phases, driving alignment between strategy and execution, building high-performing teams, and delivering sustainable, measurable business impact.

Vangelis Sinanidis is Managing Partner at Ci Partners, with over 15 years of experience in executive search. He specializes in Financial Services and supports organizations in identifying and placing senior talent.

Despina Bardakidou is Chief People Officer at Orbyt Global, with experience in human capital management, consulting, and finance. She has led people operations and organizational change initiatives, focusing on talent strategy, HR systems, and building high-performance cultures.

Thanasis Kotsanis is a Medical Director at Bayer for Greece and the Southern Mediterranean & Black Sea region, with extensive experience leading medical teams in a multinational environment. He has held regional responsibility across multiple Southeast European countries, driving medical strategy and combining scientific expertise with cross-country leadership.

Georgios Zeritis is Co-Founder & Partner at Intellectica and Chairman of Celyphos S.A., with experience in M&A, investments, and corporate turnarounds across the EMENA region. He focuses on driving growth and performance through strategic and hands-on execution.

Sotiris Pappas is the Director of Operational Strategy at Campeón Gaming, with over 15 years of experience in scaling and developing organizations. He has driven significant KPI growth, combining strategic thinking with a strong focus on performance and results.

Having founded two successful companies by the age of 30, Suzana describes herself as a tireless and passionate entrepreneur. As Managing Director at Business Pathways, her core mission is to help large organizations attract and connect with the Greek startup ecosystem by designing and delivering high-positioned initiatives.

Giouli Kalogirou serves as Chief Financial Officer at Ayvens, leading the company’s financial strategy and operations in Greece. With a strong focus on financial performance and business alignment, she plays a key role in supporting decision-making and driving sustainable growth in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Korina Parliari is Finance Operations Director at Public Group, where she leads financial operations in a fast-paced retail environment. With prior experience as Head of Accounting, she has built a strong foundation in financial management, overseeing accounting functions and supporting business growth through structured and effective financial practices.

Nikos Tabakopoulos is Director at Liberal.gr, with experience in media, content strategy, and public discourse. He focuses on shaping editorial direction and delivering content that connects current affairs with business and societal developments.

Panagiotis Konstantinou is Employer Branding & HR Manager at Deloitte, with over 10 years of experience in marketing, media, and communications. He focuses on employer branding, corporate communication, and digital marketing, combining commercial awareness with strong leadership and communication skills.

Apostolia is a Senior Consultant at Business Pathways. As a highly skilled business professional, she has focused over the years on Sales, Customer Experience, Team Management and training capabilities. She has an extensive experience working for a large multinational organization for over 10 years and is a specialist in the retail industry. She has managed a variety of teams over the years ranging from B2B sales representatives, to B2C advisors, to Store Managers.

Thodoris is a multidimensional Senior Consultant and ICF-accredited Executive Coach with over 25 years of corporate experience across various roles, organizations, and countries. For the past eight years, he has been active in the training and coaching industry, facilitating more than 6,000 hours of training in Greece and the Balkans, along with 200+ hours of executive coaching. He has collaborated with companies of all sizes and industries, engaging mid-to-senior-level professionals.