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Boeing Distinguished Guest Lecture Series Highlights Investment Opportunities in Greece

02/18/2025

The Boeing Institute of International Business hosted its annual Boeing Distinguished Guest Lecture Series, featuring Emmanuel Koubarakis, Consul General of Greece in Chicago, on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025.

The event, titled "Unlocking Investment Opportunities in Greece," attracted a diverse audience of students, faculty, and business professionals eager to gain insights into Greece's evolving economic landscape.

Emmanuel Koubarakis, Consul General of Greece in Chicago, delivered the Boeing Distinguished Guest Lecture Series on Wednesay, Feb. 5, 2025.  Submitted photo.

Emmanuel Koubarakis, Consul General of Greece in Chicago, delivered the Boeing Distinguished Guest Lecture Series on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025.  Submitted photo.

Koubarakis delivered an lecture that explored Greece’s strategic position in the global market, recent economic reforms, and key sectors ripe for international investment. His presentation emphasized the country's growth in information & communication technology, food and agriculture, and tourism industries, offering valuable perspectives for potential investors and business leaders.

Following the lecture, the 125 attendees participated in a networking reception, fostering meaningful connections among members of the SLU and local Greek communities and enjoying local Greek cuisine from Amalia Culinary Arts.

"It was a privilege to take part in the Boeing Distinguished Guest Lecture Series and engage with such a dynamic audience,” Koubarakis said about his recent visits to SLU’s campus. “Greece offers a wealth of opportunities for international investment, and I was pleased to share insights on the country’s economic trajectory and key sectors for growth. The enthusiasm and thoughtful discussions throughout the evening were truly inspiring and I appreciate the warm hospitality of the SLU community."

Hadi Alhorr, Ph.D., director of the Boeing Institute of International Business, said SLU was thrilled to host Koubarakis. 

“We are pleased at Boeing Institute of International Business at SLU to be the academic institution to host Consul General Koubarakis and serve as the platform that brings him closer to the Saint Louis Community,” Alhorr said ". . . We are delighted to have Mr. Consul General Koubarakis address the various investment opportunities within the Greek economy.”