16th Annual Capital Link Sustainability Forum

The discussion will focus on how strategic partnerships and innovation can enhance social impact and contribute to creating long-term value for society.

Through years of multifaceted action in areas such as education, health, culture, the environment, and social cohesion, foundations have played a decisive role in shaping a dynamic ecosystem of social contribution with substantial and measurable impact.

The discussion highlights the contemporary role of foundations as catalysts for positive change, focusing on how they strategically combine innovation with sustainability. At the same time, it examines how they develop initiatives that address contemporary social needs and strengthen civil society.

Best practices and collaborative models will be presented that serve as a source of inspiration for the business world and the broader social sector. The goal is to highlight new approaches to creating sustainable value and to underscore the crucial role of institutions in shaping a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable society.

The discussion will focus on how tax rules, incentives, and compliance tools can serve as a lever to attract investment, foster entrepreneurship and innovation, and strengthen social cohesion. At the same time, the critical role of tax administration as key pillar of economic, social, and environmental sustainability, not merely as revenue collection mechanism, but as a strategic tool for shaping a stable investment environment and strengthening trust between the State and the market. Emphasis will be placed on the need to deepen cooperation and ongoing institutional dialogue between public administration and business stakeholders, with the aim of jointly shaping policies that combine fiscal responsibility, competitiveness, and sustainable development in the long term.

One–on–One Discussion  

The panel aims to highlight best practices, challenges, and innovations that drive the development of sustainable infrastructure and transportation, presenting examples of collaboration and project implementation with a positive impact on society and the environment. 

The discussion between the Minister and representatives of leading companies aims to highlight the connection between public policy and the business application of ESG principles, showcasing public-private sector synergies. 

The panel aims to discuss how energy and artificial intelligence work together to create smart, efficient, and sustainable energy systems, highlighting the critical role of AI in optimizing energy production, management, and consumption, as well as the challenge of the high energy costs associated with the use of AI itself. The discussion will highlight how technology and digitalization can enhance sustainability without excessively increasing the energy footprint. Particular emphasis is placed on public-private partnerships, with the participation of the Ministry, energy and technology companies, as well as institutional bodies, to accelerate the green and digital transition and promote sustainable practices throughout the energy ecosystem.

The panel will highlight how economic policy can act as a catalyst for the transition from a traditional development model to a sustainable and inclusive one, focusing on the role of public investment, co-funded programs, and PPP projects in shaping long-term economic, social, and environmental value. The aim is to present the challenges and opportunities of wise public resource management and the strengthening of synergies that maximize development impact, with the aim of highlighting policies and practices that support economic resilience and the country’s sustainable development.

Through substantive dialogue, the panel aims to strengthen synergies between the State, institutions, the business community, and civil society, promoting coordinated actions and measurable results. The goal is to highlight the close interconnection between social policy and responsible entrepreneurship as fundamental components of a resilient and sustainable development model. The focus is on the role of social cohesion policies as key factors in reducing inequalities, enhancing social mobility, and ensuring long-term economic stability. 

Corporate responsibility will also be examined not merely as a framework for compliance or corporate social responsibility, but as a strategic choice that integrates ESG criteria, transparency, and accountability into the core of corporate operations. Particular emphasis is placed on how businesses can act as catalysts for social value by investing in human capital, diversity, and local development.  

The discussion will explore how a diversified global business group with assets and operations spanning nearly 60 countries navigates an era defined by geopolitical volatility, energy transition, and shifts in global trade. Drawing on Libra Group’s experience across renewable energy, maritime, and hospitality sectors, and more, the conversation will examine how multinational organizations balance long-term business strategy with short-term geopolitical shocks, including rerouted supply chains, maritime disruption, and Greece’s role as a strategic hub in Europe’s energy and infrastructure sectors.

One-on-One Discussion
With the Leading Greek American Entrepreneur & Businessman

Mr. Nikitas Kaklamanis, President of the Hellenic Parliament, will present the “2026 CAPITAL LINK SUSTAINABILITY LEADERSHIP AWARD” to Ms. Alexandra Palli-Giannakopoulou, Deputy Regional Governor for Entrepreneurship & European Programming, Attica Region, and Chair of CSR Hellas, in recognition of her long-standing and substantial contribution to the promotion of responsible business practices, sustainable development, and the integration of ESG principles in Greece and internationally.

With vision, dynamic leadership, and deep commitment to the principles of corporate social responsibility, she has established herself as one of the most influential figures in the field of sustainable entrepreneurship, actively contributing to the shaping of a modern culture that links economic growth with social cohesion, environmental responsibility, and the creation of long-term value for society.

As Chair of the Board of CSR Hellas, she plays a decisive role in strengthening the organization’s mission and influence, establishing it as a key institutional pillar for the promotion of corporate social responsibility and modern sustainable development practices in Greece. Under her leadership, CSR Hellas has evolved into a significant platform for collaboration and dialogue among businesses, institutions, and civil society, while contributing to strengthening Greece’s international presence in the field of sustainable entrepreneurship. Through her work and her vision, she inspires organizations and new generations of leaders to adopt practices that combine economic growth with a positive social and environmental impact.

Past years’ honorees are: 2025: Anthony S. Papadimitriou, President of the Onassis Foundation, 2024: Yianos Kontopoulos, CEO, Athens Exchange Group,  2023: Vassiliki Lazarakou, JSD, Chair of the Hellenic Capital Market Commission (HCMC), 2022: Aristotelis Karytinos, CEO, PRODEA Investments, 2019: Marianna Politopoulou, Chairman & CEO, NN Hellas,  & Jeremy Downward, Member of the BOD of THI; Executive Director – Aristeus Financial Services Ltd., 2018: Christos Harpantidis, Chairman & Managing Director of Papastratos &  Theodore Kyriakou, Chairman, Antenna Group, 2017: Nicholas Logothetis, Co-Founder & Chairman of the Board of “The Concordia Summit” & Michael Tsamaz, Chairman & CEO, OTE Group, 2016: Nikos Mouyiaris, Founder & CEO of Mana Products Inc. & Gregorios Stergioulis, CEO of Hellenic Petroleum S.A., 2015: Dean Metropoulos, Chairman of Metropoulos & Company, 2014: John Catsimatidis, Chairman & CEO of Red Apple Group.