Minister Kountoura in Dubai for Women Leaders Meet

Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura represented Greece at the 18th Global Women In Leadership (WIL) Economic Forum, which took place in Dubai on October 24-25.

Focusing on women in technology, entrepreneurship, future building and as  game changers, the WIL meet brought together some 500 global business leaders, policy makers, as well as young female professionals and entrepreneurs to discuss diversity, share experiences and produce strategies towards women’s economic empowerment.

The forum aims through discussion to promote innovative thinking and impact the global discourse around the role of women in the global economy.

Minister Kountoura had the chance to share her experiences during the forum’s talkshow answering questions about the role of women in Greek leadership. Kountoura was also asked about the challenges she faced in her different professional endeavors. The minister concluded with a presentation of Greece’s tourism offerings as well as its investment potential.