The Athens University of Economics, the Stevens Institute of Technology of the USA, and the Bodossaki Foundation are co-organising, in Athens on June 19-20, 2023, an international conference titled: “LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN THE DIGITAL ERA: Shaping the Future of Work and Business Education”.

The conference is under the auspices of A.E. of the President of the Republic, Katerina Sakellaropoulou.

At a time when digital technologies are bringing about significant changes in work practices, the organisation of businesses, and in general in our way of life, the need for changes in education is becoming more urgent than ever. Especially in the field of Business Administration, international studies highlight the great demands of the digital age and the significant changes in the required skills of executives in order to respond to the new competitive environment.

This conference aims to highlight the most important of these developments in the field of management, leadership, and education. The two days of the conference are structured around the following thematic sections:

Leadership and Governance in the Digital Age, with sessions such as:

• Leadership and Governance in the Digital Age,
• Technology and Social Welfare in the Digital Age,
• Diversity Equity and Inclusion in the Digital Age,
• Digital Know-how and Upskilling,
• Public Administration, etc.

The Future of Work, with sessions such as:

• Remote Work and Work-Life Balance,
• Innovations in Production,
• Human Resource Management in the Digital Age,
• Fintech: Algorithms, Innovation, and Policies in Financial Services,
• Marketing in the Digital Age, etc.

Strategy, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship in the Digital Age, with sessions such as:

• Organisational Transformation and Innovation,
• Laying the Foundation for High-Performance Organisations,
• Startups, Innovation, and University Research

The Future of Business Schools in the Digital Age, with sessions such as:

• Sustainable Development and Education,
• Marketing Education in the Digital Age,
• The Future of Research in Management Schools,
• Academic Program Innovations for the Digital Age, etc.

During the conference, in addition to the academic research papers that will be presented, the aim is to connect academics with executives from businesses and organisations for fruitful dialogue (through Panel Discussions) and collaboration to address the challenges and opportunities of the digital age.

Personalities of science and entrepreneurship will attend the International Program Committee of the Conference. Distinguished scientists from European universities (the University of Oxford, London School of Economics, Copenhagen Business School, INSEAD, Stockholm School of Economics, ETH, Technical University of Munich, Technical University of Denmark, IESE, IE Business School, ESSEC, University of Leeds, Bayes, et al.) and not (University of Pennsylvania/Wharton, Columbia University, Stanford University, Northwestern University/Kellogg, Case Western Reserve, Purdue University, Boston University, Carnegie Mellon University, Rutgers University, George Washington University, University of California Davis, University of Miami, Ozyegin University, Keio University, University of Sao Paolo, etc.) participate in the conference. At the same time, many senior executives of Greek and multinational companies (OTE, PeopleCert, Astra Zeneca, BCG, Bain, Deloitte, Grant Thornton, Roche, NatCap, Eurobank, Convert Group, e-Fresh, Danaos, Hellenic Development Investment Bank, Uni. fund, etc.) as well as executives of international organizations (UNESCO, OECD, Association of Information Systems, German Research center for Artificial Intelligence, Center to Advance Research in Financial Technologies, etc.). From Greece, apart from OPA, researchers from NTUA, the University of Athens, the University of Patras, the Technical University of Crete, Panteion University, Harokopion University, the University of the Aegean, etc. are participating. Sponsors of the conference are OTE, PeopleCert, Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos, the Hellenic Development Investment Bank, Eurobank, Deloitte, and AI Investments.

The Rector of OPA Dimitris Bourandonis spoke on the significance of the international conference:
“We expect the international conference “LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN THE DIGITAL ERA” that will take place next week in our country, to be a point of reference in the present and future for entrepreneurship and education. The topics that will be discussed during its duration concern the cutting-edge subjects of leadership and governance in the digital age, the future of work, strategy, and innovation, and also the future of Business Schools in the new era. This coexistence and integrated approach to the topics of leadership, entrepreneurship, and education, are the differentiating element and the uniqueness of this conference internationally. The result is guaranteed by the great figures and distinguished scientists from leading universities from all over the world, as well as the high-ranking executives of international organisations and companies. It should be noted that this is the first time such a conference is being hosted in our country in these business and scientific fields. The Athens University of Economics and Business in collaboration with the Stevens Institute of Technology of the USA and the Bodosaki Foundation are practically leading the way, but also the horizons of extroversion, development, and identification with the needs of the economy and society”.

Rector of OPA Dimitris Bourandonis

It is noted that from June 21 to 23, 2023, the Conference will continue in Syros, where its work will be completed in the form of a research colloquium and with the participation of academics, PhDs, and Ph.D. candidates.

For more information, you can refer to the information sheet of the conference, while for registration and the detailed program you can visit the website of the conference: https://LMDE2023.org.

For more information: Nikolaos Kyrezis, Athens University of Economics, tel. + 30 210 8203297, e-mail: nkyrezis@aueb.gr, pr-office@aueb.gr

About the Athens University of Economics and Business

The Athens University of Economics and Business (OPA) was founded in 1920 as the School of Commercial Studies, renamed in 1926 to the School of Economics and Business of Physical Sciences (ASOEE), and in 1989 acquired its current name.

OPA is, in order of seniority, the third Higher Educational Institution in the country and the first in the field of Economics and Business Administration. OPA, as a center of excellence in academic research and teaching, is evaluated by international bodies as one of the leading Universities of our country and one of the best internationally in the sciences of Economics, Business Administration, Information Technology, Statistics, Marketing, Accounting, and Finance.

A century after its foundation, OPA continues to impart knowledge in the sciences it cultivates, to promote effective and innovative management practices, and to contribute to the developments of both Greek and international society, with core values of excellence, extroversion, innovation, and social contribution.

In total, it has more than 70,000 graduates, who are today a driving force of the Greek, but also of the international Economy and Administration. It also ranks first in the preferences of prospective students every year in the relevant subjects of study.

The aim of OPA is to provide its students not only with theoretical knowledge combined with modern analytical tools but also to give them the opportunity to develop their personal skills, such as critical thinking and individual initiative.

About Stevens Institute of Technology

Stevens Institute of Technology was founded in 1870 and is one of the most well-known technological Universities in the USA. Located in Hoboken, NJ, across the Hudson River and New York City, it enjoys an excellent reputation as The Innovation University. Guided by “Inspired by Humanity, Powered by Technology”™, our students and faculty collaborate in interdisciplinary research teams and solve organisational and societal problems and make life safer, more productive, and more comfortable. Our industry partners work with us to transform business, create the future and tackle the grand challenges of our time.

Stevens’ School of Business Administration is the University’s 2nd largest school. It offers 8 undergraduate, 11 postgraduate, and 3 doctoral programs, as well as many programs in collaboration with universities in Europe (eg OPA) and Asia, as well as specialised programs for business executives. With technology-infused academic programs, cutting-edge research in contemporary management and technology, and record-breaking graduate employment outcomes, the Stevens School of Business (SSB) is nationally recognized as one of the top business schools in management and technology. In the latest US News & World Report rankings, SSB is ranked 10th in the US in business recognition. SSB leads CRAFT, the first US National Research Foundation (NSF) center to promote research in financial technologies, and MaCuDE, the global initiative sponsored by the global organization AACSB involving over 100 Business Schools from around the world to revise business curricula for the digital age.

About the Bodossaki Foundation

The Bodosakis Foundation is a non-profit organisation founded in 1972 with the aim of continuing the contribution of its founder Prodromos Bodossakis – Athanasiadis to Greek society. His vision is a society of equal opportunities, with potential and perspective for all.

In order to achieve its vision, the Bodossaki Foundation, with transparency, accountability, and credibility, finances, plans, and implements actions and programs related to its four strategic pillars: the promotion of education, the upgrading of health, the protection of the environment and the strengthening of Civil Society. From its establishment until today, it has allocated more than 450 million euros to achieve its goals.

At the same time, the Bodossaki Foundation also acts today as a catalyst for the creation of a broader framework for Greek society, managing the resources of third parties – donors, international bodies, companies, and other large donors – who wish to finance programs of significant social impact for critical needs of education, health, protection of the environment and strengthening of Civil Society.