L'ÉPOQUE - As the Official Media Partner of the Who is Who International Awards, L'ÉPOQUE is thrilled to announce an exclusive Pre-Event on September 17, 2024 at 6:00 pm. Set against the stunning backdrop of a luxurious villa in the picturesque hills of Saronida on the Athenian coast, this gathering will transform into VILLA L'ÉPOQUE for one unforgettable night. This event promises to be a unique opportunity for international guests to network and engage in meaningful conversations before the prestigious Who is Who International Awards Gala on September 18th.
The Who is Who International Awards honor notable individuals who have made significant contributions to the progress of humanity in various fields such as politics, diplomacy, science and the arts. By hosting this Pre-Event, L'ÉPOQUE aims to foster a vibrant atmosphere that encourages networking and collaboration between distinguished personalities.
Ahead of the big event, L'ÉPOQUE exclusively interviewed Mr. Dimitrios Goris, President of the Who is Who International Awards.
Mr. Goris, Greece is undoubtedly the cradle of civilization, hence your desire to bring together the brightest personalities of the international scene in the place where it all began. What values does the Who is Who International Awards organization uphold in honoring influential personalities?
« The Values that our International Organization of Friendship, Unity and Volunteerism stands for are Integrity, Passion, Generosity, Service, Excellence and Knowledge! »
What specific goals does the organization want to achieve with its annual gala?
« The main objective in this great mission is to stimulate discussions about leadership and the qualities and strategies needed to meet the world's challenges: accelerating climate change, disruptive technologies, growing conflicts and wars, huge numbers of displaced people seeking safety, and the disintegration of the post-war world order that has enabled the great human advances of recent decades. We did it, we broke it, we can fix it!
The Who is Who International Awards have only been around in Greece for a few years, but so far have honored notable figures in business, volunteerism, the arts, etc., both Greek and foreign. At this stage, brand wants to invest in extroversion and in building relationships with large companies and organizations in order to gain more momentum, but also to promote the dissemination of its message to its audience more effectively and become an institution with maximum reach and impact! »
How does the continued influence of Greek culture shape and impact the world today?
« The awards ceremony each year provides an opportunity to make diplomatic, professional, business, social, interpersonal and transnational agreements - social impact as we create a resilient reference community associated with quality, excellence and service to humanity and volunteerism - Community Builder!
We have already forged international partnerships and especially appreciate the collaboration with His Royal Highness Prince Nereides de Bourbon and L'ÉPOQUE Paris who are actively supporting us on this wonderful journey! As part of our ongoing commitment to the values that underpin the institution, we are once again rolling out the red carpet and look forward to sharing unforgettable moments with you all.
We shape experiences into narratives and form moments that remain in the memories of our participants. This sums up the essence of our art - a heartfelt tribute to the enduring commitment of the people in our community to create unforgettable moments! We are storytellers!
"Everything you look at can become a fairy tale and you can get a story from everything you touch" - Hans Christian Andersen once siad.
The annual international award ceremony takes place whitout discrimination of rank, language, ethnicity, religion and without political agendas! We guarantee an excellent result with the aim of encouraging an active society in all productive areas! Our action combines culture with communication, professional activity with social responsibility! »
What criteria and procedures are used to select the winners for the individual categories?
« An international jury, consisting of Britishpedia, our ambassadors, our strategic partners and our foundation director, selects 24 winners of the Women and Men Award after thoroughly evaluating the work, career and ethics of each individual! »
Once again this year, notable personalities from various countries, including China, are expected to grace the red carpet of the Who is Who International Awards Gala at Ble Pavilion & Ble Azure in Alimos.
Among them are Dr. Yan Lijin, Chairman of the China Silk Road Group conglomerate, the leading group in the People's Republic of China, Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Consultative Council and former UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, Prima Ballerina Irma Nioradze and several other selected alumni of the Who is Who International Awards 2024.
But first, a dive into the endless pool of VILLA L'ÉPOQUE, where Parisian singer Almée is expected to present her new EP "La Source Vive" and sing some tracks from her upcoming album, due out in 2025, in an exclusive avant-premiere.
Join us as we pave the way for an inspiring program full of excellence, ambition and the celebration of achievements that will inspire future generations.
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