A Closer Look at Delphi Economic Forum X

PeopleCert once again joined the Delphi Economic Forum as a Gold Sponsor, contributing to high-level discussions held in Delphi from 9 to 12 April 2025.


Thank you!

We extend our appreciation to all those who engaged with us—both in person and virtually via our live stream.

The Delphi Economic Forum X brought together leading voices from politics, business, and civil society. Held in the historic town of Delphi, this year’s edition explored critical issues shaping the future of work, education, and international collaboration.

PeopleCert contributed to the dialogue through the active participation of its Founder and CEO, Byron Nicolaides, in three key sessions exploring the intersections of policy, innovation, and heritage.


In Conversation: Reviving the Greek Minority in Istanbul


A Catalyst for Improving Greek–Turkish Relations


This one-on-one exchange between Byron Nicolaides and journalist Manolis Kostidis focused on the potential of cultural memory to foster regional understanding and cooperation.

The discussion touched on several key themes:


  • - The historical presence of the Greek community in Istanbul

  • - The cultural and diplomatic significance of its revival

  • - Shared heritage as a foundation for renewed trust


Roundtable: Humans & Machines

Building the Hybrid Workforce for Tomorrow

Chaired by Byron Nicolaides, this session brought together public and private sector leaders to address the evolving relationship between people and technology in the workplace.

The conversation explored critical challenges and priorities such as:



  • - How digital tools are reshaping the skills economy

  • - The role of leadership in managing transition and inclusion

  • - Strategies for balancing innovation with human potential


Participants:

  • - Niki Kerameus, Minister of Labour and Social Security

  • - Vassilios Psaltis, CEO, Alpha Bank

  • - Dimitris Papalexopoulos, Chairman, TITAN Cement Group

  • - George Papadimitriou, Country Managing Partner, EY

In Conversation: A PeopleCert Vision

How Classical Greek Can Become Greece’s New Soft Power
In this forward-looking session, Byron Nicolaides and Evgenia Manolidou discussed how the language and legacy of Classical Greek can be reintroduced as a powerful tool of cultural influence and education.

The conversation centered around the broader potential of Classical Greek as a modern cultural force, focusing on:



  • - The educational relevance of Classical Greek in the modern world

  • - Certification and accessibility for global learners

  • - Cultural heritage as a long-term strategic asset


Closing Thoughts

PeopleCert’s continued support of the Delphi Economic Forum reflects a steady belief in the value of dialogue, collaboration, and shared progress.

As Gold Sponsor once again, we remain committed to initiatives that bring knowledge to the forefront of societal change.


Watch the full sessions

Click below to explore the recorded discussions and revisit the themes that shaped this year’s Forum.