Wyndham Grand Athens Hosts Obama Foundation Leaders Conference

The Obama Foundation Leaders convening with Obama in Athens. Photo source: Zeus International

Zeus International Hotels & Resorts recently had the privilege of hosting the Obama Foundation Leaders Conference at the Wyndham Grand Athens hotel located in downtown Athens.

The event brought together former US president and Senator from Illinois Barack Obama and the Obama Foundation Leadership Network, comprising changemakers from across the globe.

Former US president and Senator from Illinois Barack Obama. Photo source: Zeus International

“This opportunity of hosting such an inspirational and momentous event, reinforces Zeus International Hotels & Resorts’ commitment in providing unparalleled experiences. The dedicated team of Wyndham Grand Athens, worked tirelessly to ensure an inviting, well-cared, and comfortable environment for all attendees,” the management of Zeus International said in an announcement.

During the event, Obama engaged with nearly 100 changemakers from across Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe. President Obama spent time with each of the regional cohorts to discuss the challenges they’re facing and the ways they plan to advance their work going forward.

Obama discussing the challenges leaders face with changemakers from across the globe. Photo source: Zeus International

“The presence of Obama and the esteemed Obama Leaders created an atmosphere of profound admiration within the establishment. Their insights and vision for a better future served as a tremendous inspiration,” Zeus International said.

The Obama Foundation Leadership Network, comprising changemakers from across Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe. Photo source: Zeus International

The Obama Foundation Leadership Network is a growing community of civically active, positive role models who are creating tangible solutions to the greatest challenges of our time. Members of the network are graduates of the Obama Leaders program, a six-month virtual leadership development journey with programs in Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe and the United States.

The Wyndham Grand Athens hotel is a member of the portfolio of Zeus International Hotels & Resorts, a specialized hotel management company in Greece.