Antonia Alexandrou

Antonia Alexandrou is the Co-Founder, President, and Managing Director of CONVIN S.A., a leading Professional Congress Organizer (PCO) in Greece with a global footprint. With over two decades of experience, she has been a driving force in elevating Greece’s position on the international meetings industry map, securing and delivering landmark congresses that unite the world’s brightest minds. Born in Athens, with deep roots in the Aegean Sea that she holds dear, Antonia studied Business (Marketing) at the University of Exeter, UK. Her early career spanned both the tourism and maritime sectors, providing her with a dynamic professional foundation. However, it was in conference organization that she discovered her true calling—a field she embraced with passion and has since helped shape in Greece and beyond. Since co-founding CONVIN in 2000, she has led the company to remarkable success, winning and implementing demanding bids that bring high-profile scientific and corporate events to Greece. These events do not only contribute to global knowledge exchange but also significantly boost the country’s economy and international reputation. Her approach is uncompromising—prioritizing quality, innovation, and originality in event organization, ensuring that every congress becomes a benchmark for excellence, engagement, and impact. Through her vision, congresses become more than gatherings; they are catalysts for collaboration, progress, and the collective pursuit of a better future. As General Secretary of HAPCO & DES, she plays a pivotal role in shaping Greece’s national strategy for conference tourism, advocating for industry growth, and enhancing Greece’s reputation as a premier destination for international events. With an innate extroversion, industriousness, and deep care for people, Antonia Alexandrou continues to push boundaries, ensuring that every event organized by CONVIN sets new industry standards while leaving a lasting positive impact on science, business, and society.