ITHAKA Speaker Series Ep. 4 | Eleni Tsakopoulos Kounalakis

Episode #4 of ITHAKA: The Journey of Great Hellenes is out! This monthly podcast and speaker series features prominent Hellenes and Philhellenes from around the world whose journey, achievements, and values continue to shape industries, societies, and communities worldwide.On the eve of California’s pivotal June 2nd primary election, we feature a conversation with Ambassador Eleni Tsakopoulos Kounalakis, the 50th and first woman ever elected Lieutenant Governor of California and now California State Treasurer candidate.Before becoming one of the most prominent Greek-American elected officials in the United States, she served as U.S. Ambassador to Hungary under President Obama, where she witnessed firsthand the early stages of Hungary’s democratic backsliding under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Today, following Hungary's recent political changes and the end of Orbán’s 16-year rule, her perspective on democracy is more relevant than ever.A former business executive, diplomat and public office official, Eleni has built a career at the intersection of economic policy, international affairs and public service.Please welcome one of the leading voices in American public life and a proud member of the Greek diaspora, Eleni Tsakopoulos Kounalakis.