The Hellenic Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry National Federation (HACCINF) is proud to host its inaugural national online event ‘Bridging Markets: Greece-Australia Trade Insights’ on Thursday, 20 March.
The event will explore the expansive trade opportunities between Greece and Australia, offering a platform for dialogue and connection between leading market experts from both nations. The event’s speakers include Panayiotis Hassapis, Executive Vice President, Greek Exporters Association (SEVE), the largest association of exporting companies in Greece; George Moschovakis, Group Commercial Director, KLEEMANN Hellas SA, a leading manufacturer of elevators, escalators, and related mobility solutions; and an executive from ALUMIL, Greece’s leader inin research, development, and production of aluminium architectural systems.
The session will be chaired by HACCI NF Council Chair (and HACCI WA President) Dr. Elena Limnios, with contributions from the chairs of HACCI VIC, HACCI SA, HACCI NT, and HACCI NSW, enriching the conversation with a diverse array of perspectives and expertise.
About the Speakers:
Panayiotis Hassapis is Corporate Finance & Strategy Advisor, Board Director for several companies, investment committee member of Loggerhead Ventures equity fund and Executive Vice President of SEVE-Greek Exporters Association, which represents more than 800 active and dynamic exporting companies and business groups throughout the Greek territory. Panayiotis provides advisory services in the areas of loan financing and restructuring, investment and business strategy. He has worked as CFO at MEVGAL SA, CFO & Legal
Representative at ZANAE SA, and as Treasurer at PYRAMIS METALLURGY SA following a brief career at the banking sector. He has been teaching Financial Management & Banking at CITY COLLEGE (Sheffield University affiliated) in Thessaloniki. Panayiotis brings a deep understanding of corporate finance and international business expansion, with a history of significant roles in both economic analysis and strategic advising.
George Moschovakis is the Group Commercial Director at KLEEMANN Hellas S.A., An executive with over 20 years of experience, he holds two MSc degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Business Management from the University of Warwick. Overseeing profitability across 15 markets in a multinational group operating in 110 countries, Panayotis is recognised for his extensive experience in international sales and business strategy.
ALUMIL will be represented by a member of the leadership team, who will guide us through the company’s international sales efforts, driving expansion in the aluminium industry. Alumil is redefining modern architecture with high-quality aluminium systems for windows, doors façades, and shading. With 32 subsidiaries and a presence in 63 countries, Alumil combines innovation, sustainability, and precision engineering to create solutions that excel in energy efficiency, security, and design. The representative from Alumil will discuss the cutting-edge manufacturing of aluminium systems and how sustainability and design innovation drive their global strategy.
This online event underscores the importance of international connectivity, enabling participants globally to engage and exchange ideas. It is a prime opportunity for businesses interested in the Greek and Australian markets to gain valuable insights and create lasting connections.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 20th March
Time:
Perth: 3:00 PM
Athens: 9:00 AM
Darwin: 4:30 PM
Adelaide: 5:30 PM
Melbourne & Sydney: 6:00 PM
Registrations are open
Ensure your participation in this landmark event and join us to uncover the vast potential of Greece-Australia trade relations and engage with industry leaders at the forefront of this dynamic interaction.
Find the registration form here.
