- Sep 29, 2023
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Who is Who International Awards 2023 - Gala ceremony

In an evening dedicated to rewarding excellence, on Thursday, September 28, 2023, the International Who is Who Awards, "Greece, a Whole World!" were in the spotlight of the international and local scene, for the fourth consecutive year.

Lello Amiratti, Vicky Papageorgopoulou, HRH Prince Nereides, Lilly Mandel, Davide Aliberti, Dimitris Goris

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Eminent personalities were honored for their work in various fields of entrepreneurship, art, leadership, science, social responsibility, and academic achievements.

F.Derin, S.Anagnostopoulos

The event was honored with their presence by Mr. Sotiris Anagnostopoulos, Secretary General of Commerce and Consumer Protection of the Ministry of Development, who presented the World Woman Leader of Firmed Economy award to Mrs. Visiliki Lazarakou, President of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the World Eminent Man of Global Banking and Human Rights award to Dr. Franco M.G. Darin, economist and judicial officer Mr. Demosthenes Anagnostopoulos, Secretary General of Information Systems and Digital Governance of the Ministry of Digital Governance, presented the World Woman Leader in Humanized Digital Societies Award to Ms. Peggy Antonakou, General Manager, Southeast Europe, Google The International Who is Who Awards under the auspices of HRH Prince Nereides Antonio The Giamundo de Bourbon Foundation honored this year with the World Woman Leader of Global Entertainment & Racial Equity Award, the Director of the Golden Globes, Sharlette Hambrick, who received her award from HRH Prince Nereides.

Petrou, L.Daifas,V.Lazarakou,E.Nikolopoulou

Among the distinguished personalities of the evening were Mrs. Lola Daifas, who received the World Woman Leader of Public Relations and Media Award, Mrs. Angela Gerekou, President of the Greek National Tourism Organization (EOT), who was granted the World Woman Leader of the Sophisticated Tourism Award, Dr. Konstantinos Konstantinidis, founder of robotic surgery in Greece, who received the World Eminent Man and Mastermind of Robotic Surgery award, and many more prominent personalities.

Special moments of the evening were the two honorary awards to Mr. Vassilis Bekas, Executive Chef of the Presidency of the Republic and Mr. Konstantinos Mouzakis, Chairman of the Board of the Chefs Club of Attica & Acropolis and the honorary award to the humanitarian organization Humanity Greece and its founder, Mrs. Georgia Paraschou.

Driven by a deep commitment to integrity, passion, and service to the common good, who is The Who International Awards have once again demonstrated their dedication to recognizing significant achievements and their deep support for those in need.

This year's awards evening took on a special significance as a part of the proceeds from the events were earmarked to help those affected by the devastating floods that hit areas of thus confirming the institution's character and commitment to social solidarity.

The evening was presented by the talented presenter and journalist Anna Zirdeli, and the acclaimed actor Manolis Ionas, who added their own touch during the event.

George Politis, Dimitris Bekas, Konstantinos Mouzakis

The guests had the opportunity to savor a tasty journey through the special menu that was crafted and curated by the Executive Chef of the Presidency of the Republic, Mr.Vassilis Bekas, who was awarded "Best Chef of Europe" in 2022 and is a member of the Board of the Chefs Club of AtticaAcropolis. The event was held under the auspices of the Ministry of Development, Hellenism Abroad, and Public Diplomacy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Tourism, and the Region of Attica, and the Hellenic Tourism Organization.

Prof., DA (hc) Olga Mroz, Dame of Honor, Director of Open World and Art Business at Al-Khalifa Business School, Editor and Chief of the AKBS Art Journal Olga Mroz, Vicky Papageorgopoulou, Sara Abbas

Who is Who International Awards Major Donors: Exclusive Drinks & Cocktails Donor METAXA, Exclusive Wine Donor BARAFAKAS, Exclusive Beauty Donor EOLIA COSMETICS, Exclusive Donor of Fish Hellenic Organization of Aquaculture Producers (ELOPY) and IOLI waters Communication Sponsors:L’ÉPOQUE, THETOC.gr, BNB Daily, CEOWORLD, HUFFPOST, VISIONNAIRE MORALMODA, EXPORTNEWS.

The 4th year of the Who is Who International Awards concluded with an evening of distinction and unity and philanthropy. Excellence and outstanding achievements were celebrated, while a commitment to solidarity provided a different breath of compassion and giving. The highly structured event and its success, combined with the organizers' commitment to giving back to those in need, exemplifies the loyalty and ethos of the Who is Who International Awards,making the event unique.

Below is a detailed list of the award winners (in order of the award program during the event).

Award Winner & Award Presenter

Chryssa Eleftheriou Interamerican, Georgia Paraschou Humanity Greece

Angela Gerekou,Peggy Antonakou

Dimosthenis Anagnostopoulos, Peggy Antonakou

Vassiliki Lazarakou, Sotiris Anagnostopoulos

Sharlette Hambrick, Director Golden Globes

Sharlette Hambrick, HRH Prince Nereides, Angela Gerekou

Takis Tsoukalas, Veta Stefanidou Tsoukala, Laura Tsoukala

Honorary Award 1 Vassilis Bekas, executive chef of the President of Democracy, Konstantinos Mouzakis, president of the Chefs Club of Attica “Acropoli”s presented by George Politis, owner of Narkissos Hall

Honorary Award 2 Georgia Paraschou, Founder HUMANITY GREECE, presented by Chryssa Eleftheriou, CorporateCommunication Director Interamerican

World Woman Leader of Firmed Economy

Vassiliki Lazarakou, President of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Member of the board ESMA and IOSCO, President of the Joint Sub Committee on Securitisations) Member of the board, CD

presented by Sotiris Anagnostopoulos, Secretary General of Commerce and Consumer Protection of the Ministry of Development

The World Eminent Man of Visionary Blockchain and Cybersecurity

Dr. Alessandro Civati, Chairman of LutinX, Inc. (a USA company), CSO of the NDB Group (a French multinational conglomerate), and President of EdVerso International (Switzerland) NGO)

Dr. Milan Krajnc, CEO, US Profiling Institute | Ph.D. in Management and Personality psychology

World Woman Leader of Public Relations & Media

Lola Daifa, Emblematic personality of Greek media and football

Akis Charalambidis, Head of Fiction Star Channel

World Woman Leader of Luxury Cosmetics Industry

Vassiliki Petrou, CEO of Unilever Prestige

Ananias Karachanidis, President and CEO KARPEA AE

The World Eminent Man of Global Financial

Mr. Julio Verissimo, President, CEO Borderless, Consulting,

Dr. Milan Krajnc, CEO, US Profiling Institute | Ph.D. in Management and

Technology President Foundation Borderless Consulting Chief Operating Officer, Crypto Bank

Personality psychology

World Woman Leader of Business Ethics and Solidarity

Theodossia Tziveli, Designer Owner and Managing Director of “Thes Tziveli και Thes & Thes”

Freddy Calobratsos, renowned make-up artist

The World Eminent Man of Global Banking & Human Rights

Dr. Franco M.G. Derin, Economist, Honorable Judge Officer

Sotiris Anagnostopoulos, Secretary General of Commerce and Consumer Protection of the Ministry of Development

World Woman Leader of Golden Ratio Design

Veta Tsoukala, gallerist, founder of VST Gallery

Sara Abbas

The World Eminent Man of Greek Music Hymns

Makis Matsas, President of MINOS EMI Universal: The award was received by Mr. Metzikof

Prince Nereides

The World Eminent Man of Greek Melody

Mimis Plessas, composer, award was received by Sandra. Voutsa and Hilda Iliopoulou

World Woman Leader in Humanized Digital Societies

Peggy Antonakou, General Manager Southeast Europe at Google

Demosthenes Anagnostopoulos, Secretary General Information Systems and Digital Governance of the Ministry of Digital Governance

Great Philhellene &

The World Eminent Man of Gastronomy

Carlos Martin Cosme, President of CEUCO (European Oenogastronomic Brotherhoods Council)

Dimitris Goris, President, Who is Who? Awards

World Woman Leader of Family psychotherapy and Arts

Elena Koutsoudi, Iola, Distinguished Scientist and Family Psychologist

Irene Nikolopoulou, journalist

World Eminent Man in Excellent Law with Values:

Theodore Zervas, owner of renowned “Zervas and Associates Law Firm”, Attorney at the Supreme Court and State Council.

Presented by Prof., DA (hc) Olga Mroz, Dame of Honor 3rd-degree connection 3rd Prof. and Director of Open World and Art Business at Al-Khalifa Business School, Editor and Chief of the AKBS Art Journal

World Woman Leader of Sophisticated Tourism

Angela Gerekou, President of Greek National Tourism Organization (EOT)

Irene Nikolopoulou, journalist

The World Eminent Man of Luxurious Hospitality

Leon Avigad, founder of Brown Hotels

Dimitris Goris, President, Who is Who? Awards

World Woman Leader of Logos and Kallos Symbol

Ms. Steph Adams, #1 international best-selling author, model, art director, and business woman. She has appeared on billboard’s in the New York Times Square and has graced magazine covers | The award was received by HRH Prince Nereides