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The Who is Who International Awards 2023 was an Exceptional Award Ceremony
In an evening dedicated to rewarding excellence, on Thursday 28 September 2023 the International Who is Who Awards “Greece, a Whole World!” were in the spotlight of the international and local scene, for the 4th consecutive year.
Eminent personalities were honored for their work in various fields of entrepreneurship, art, leadership, science, social responsibility and academic achievements.
The event honored with their presence, 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.Vasiliki Lazarakou, President of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the World Eminent Man of Global Banking & Human Rights award to Dr.Franco M.G.Derin, 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 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.
Among the distinguished personalities of the evening were Mrs. Lola Daifa 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 Sophisticated Tourism award, Dr. Konstantinos Konstantinidis, founder of robotic surgery in Greece, who received the World Eminent Man & 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 “Acropoli “s and the honorary award to the humanitarian organization Humanity Greece and the founder Mrs. Georgia Paraschou.
Driven by the deep commitment to integrity, passion and service to the common good, Who is 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 event were earmarked to help those affected by the devastating floods that hit areas of Thessaly, 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.
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 Attica “Acropolis.”
The event was held under the auspices of the Ministry of Development, Hellenism Abroad & Public Diplomacy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Tourism, the Region of Attica, and the Hellenic Tourism Organization.
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 Who is Who International Awards concluded as an evening of distinction, 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 organisers’ 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 the detailed list of the award winners (in order of the award programme during the event)Award
Award Winner
Award Presenter
Honorary Award 1
Vassilis Bekas, executive chef of the President of Democracy, Konstantinos Mouzakis president of Chefs Club of Attica “Acropoli”s
George Politis, owner of Narkissos Hall
Honorary Award 2
Georgia Paraschou, Founder HUMANITY GREECE
Chryssa Eleftheriou, Corporate Communication 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 Joint Sub Committee on Securitisations) Member of the board ΟΕCD
Sotiris Anagnostopoulos, Secretary General of Commerce and Consumer Protection of the Ministry of Development
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 (a Switzerland NGO)
DDr. 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
World Eminent Man of Global Financial Technology
Mr. Julio Verissimo, President & CEO Borderless, Consulting, President Foundation Borderless Consulting Chief Operating Officer Crypto Bank
DDr. Milan KRAJNC, CEO @ US Profiling Institute | Ph.D. in Management and Personality psychology
World Woman Leader of Business Ethics & Solidarity
Theodossia Tziveli, Designer – Owner & Managing Director of “Thes Tziveli και Thes & Thes”
Freddy Calobratsos, renowned make up artist
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
World Eminent Man of Greek Music Hymns
Makis Matsas – President of MINOS EMI Universal – The award was received by mr Metzikof
Prince Nereides
World Eminent Man of Greek Melody
Mimis Plessas, Composer|| The 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 of Information Systems and Digital Governance of the Ministry of Digital Governance
Great Philhellene & 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 & Arts
Elena Koutsoudi – Iola, Distinguished Scientist & 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
Prof., DA (hc) Olga Mroz, Dame of Honour 3rd degree connection3rd Prof. and Director 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
World Eminent Man of Luxurious Hospitality
Leon Avigad, founder Brown Hotels
Dimitris Goris, President Who is Who Awards
World Woman Leader of Logos & Kallos Symbol
Ms Steph Adams, #1 international best-selling author, model, art director and business woman. She has appeared on billboard’s in New York Times Square and has graced magazine covers | The award was received by HRH Prince Nereides
Dimitris Goris, President Who is Who Awards
World Eminent Man & Mastermind of Robotic Surgery
Dr. Konstantinos Konstantinidis, Founder of Robotic Surgery in Greece and a pioneer in the field internationally
Gina Sentouka, CEO & Partner της Red Design Consultants
World Woman Leader of Global Entertainment & Racial Equity
Sharlette Hambrick, Director Golden Globes
Prince Nereides
