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DYNAMIC SPEAKERS
We’ve invited some of the most dynamic speakers from throughout the continent to share their unique stories and “ideas worth sharing.” Speakers will also spend time engaging with the audience during the networking breaks throughout the day. See the complete speakers list here.
Elena Laquatra
Peter Polydor
John Roa
Gus Kalaris
Athan Stephanopoulos
Amb. Geoffrey Pyatt
Arianna Huffington
Food 2.0
ENGAGING PANELS
More than a dozen panelists from various walks of life and experiences will participate in three engaging panels dedicated to Food (this ain’t your papou’s diner anymore), Outstanding women slaying in the #MeToo era and breaking the stereotypes of business, education, science and social entrepreneurship. See the complete list of panelists and panels here.
CAMP NIC FOR KIDS
For the first time ever, we’re developing programming for the younger generation. Introducing Camp NIC for kids, twelve years old and under. This special program will include activities in the arts, sciences and cooking, featuring experts in each field and unique experiences. Camp NIC registration is complimentary for kids whose parents are registered in the conference. See details here.
Cooking with Chef Maria Loi
Art with Kostas Kiritsis
Greek dancing with Anthoula Katsimatides
Chemistry and science with Vivian Panou
GREAT NETWORKING
We’ve created an action-packed schedule with numerous events and programs that will enable participants from throughout the nation and world to meet and network with other like-minded people. See the complete schedule here.
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April 28, 2018
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Panel Discussion at 2018 NIC Conference to Explore Evolution of Greek Food and Beverage in North America
Eight of the continent’s most innovative and successful food and beverage entrepreneurs will come together on the main stage at the Greek America Foundation’s National Innovation Conference in Philadelphia for a panel discussion called “Food 2.0.” Greeks have evolved from immigrant stall-owners in the markets of North American urban centers and pushcart fruit vendors into […]
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April 27, 2018
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2018 National Innovation Conference Schedule
We’re proud to release the schedule for the 2018 National Innovation Conference, which features an exciting line up of speakers and panels of experts and leaders from various fields. Saturday, May 5, 2018 Temple University Performing Arts Center 1837 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 9:30 am: Registration and continental breakfast 10:00 am: Official Opening […]
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April 25, 2018
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Camp NIC to Feature Innovative Programming for Young People
Happening parallel to our National Innovation Conference on May 5 will be a new feature called “Camp NIC,” with programming targeting the younger members of our community twelve years old and younger. Camp NIC will take place in the lower level of the Temple University Performing Arts Center and will run concurrently with the main […]