Sissi Lignou Showcases the Global Impact of Meetings on Greece’s National Television

Sissi Lignou, President of IAPCO, appeared live on Greece’s national television channel ERT on 12 May to discuss the success and impact of the IAPCO Annual Meeting & General Assembly 2026 in Athens.

During the interview, Sissi underlined the significant value international meetings bring to destinations such as Greece, from economic contribution and global visibility to knowledge exchange and long-term international positioning.

She also highlighted IAPCO’s work and the vital role its members play in advancing excellence across the global meetings industry. The discussion also addressed the current geopolitical climate and its impact on international events, including travel disruption, rising costs, reduced participation and security concerns.

The appearance offered valuable national visibility for IAPCO and served as a strong platform to reinforce the importance of advocacy, collaboration and resilience in ensuring the continued strength and relevance of the global meetings community.