We just launched Episode #2 of ITHAKA: The Journey of Great Hellenes, our new monthly podcast and speaker series. It features prominent Hellenes and Philhellenes from around the world whose journey, achievements, and values continue to shape industries, societies, and communities worldwide.
This conversation features a real power couple: THI Board Member Cathy Papoulias-Sakellarisand her husband and former THI Board Member George Sakellaris.
Cathy is a leader whose career has spanned senior executive roles in global strategy and marketing at some of the world’s most respected global institutions, including Procter & Gamble, Nielsen, ITT, and Dun & Bradstreet. In recent years, Cathy has devoted much of her time to philanthropy, mentorship, and strengthening the institutions that support the Greek Diaspora and the next generation of leaders.
George Sakellaris is a pioneer in the energy service business. He is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Ameresco, a global clean-energy powerhouse transforming how governments, universities, and businesses produce and use energy. Ameresco was selected for Fortune’s “change the world” list and for MIT’s top 10 smartest companies.

