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Highlights Archive

Explore our conference photo and video archive to revisit the inspiring moments, impactful gatherings, and rich history of Leadership 100. From cherished memories to landmark conferences, this collection celebrates the people and events that have shaped our mission over the decades.

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Three men standing in front of a blue backdrop with white text. The man on the left is dressed in a black ceremonial robe and hat, the man in the middle is wearing a dark blazer with an American flag lapel pin, and the man on the right is wearing glasses and a suit. They are holding a trophy or award together and smiling.
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His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew To make Official Visit to the United States in September 2025
His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew To make Official Visit to the United States in September 2025

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, the Hierarchs of the Ecumenical Throne in America, the Clergy, and the faithful Orthodox people of the United States will joyfully welcome His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to the United States for an official visit in September 2025.

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Paulette Poulos to Remain The Executive Director of Leadership 100
Paulette Poulos to Remain The Executive Director of Leadership 100

In consultation with the Executive Committee, Paulette Poulos has agreed to remain as Executive Director of the Archbishop Iakovos Leadership 100 Fund, Inc.

The Executive Committee has decided not to hire an Executive Director at this time.

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Welcome to The Archbishop Iakovos Leadership 100 Fund, Inc. at Rockefeller Center
Welcome to The Archbishop Iakovos Leadership 100 Fund, Inc. at Rockefeller Center

We are pleased to announce our new address:  

 Leadership 100
1270 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 900
New York, NY 10020

P: 212-308-2627 F: 646-497-1794

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Archbishop Demetrios: The Second Decade 2009-2019
Archbishop Demetrios: The Second Decade 2009-2019

Leadership 100 is pleased to share with you a video of the official book presentation, Archbishop Demetrios: The Second Decade 2009-2019, which took place on Thursday, June 5, 2025, under the auspices of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York City.

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Leadership 100 Hosts Farewell Dinner for Metropolitan Apostolos of Derkon, Congratulates Archbishop Elpidophoros on Sixth Anniversary of Enthronement 
Leadership 100 Hosts Farewell Dinner for Metropolitan Apostolos of Derkon, Congratulates Archbishop Elpidophoros on Sixth Anniversary of Enthronement 

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America hosted a Farewell Dinner for His Eminence Metropolitan Apostolos of Derkon on Monday, May 12, 2025. The dinner, sponsored by Leadership 100, was held at the Metropolitan Club in New York City and offered the opportunity for members of Leadership 100 to greet the visiting Hierarch.

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Mike Manatos Named Executive Director of The Hellenic Initiative
Mike Manatos Named Executive Director of The Hellenic Initiative

The Hellenic Initiative (THI) announced that Mike Manatos will become the organization’s Executive Director, effective May 1, 2025. Manatos is a longtime member of Leadership 100 and serves on its Executive Committee.

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George Tsunis Receives Pheidippides Award for Contributions to Greek American Relations and U.S.-Greece Diplomacy
George Tsunis Receives Pheidippides Award for Contributions to Greek American Relations and U.S.-Greece Diplomacy

George Tsunis, the distinguished Greek American and former U.S. Ambassador to Greece, was honored with the 30th Annual prestigious Pheidippides Award by Cosmos FM Greek-American radio station in New York on April 9, 2025.

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Hellenic American Academy Annual Gala
Hellenic American Academy Annual Gala

The Hellenic American Academy held its Annual Gala at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

This year's gala celebrated the universal principles of Hellenism and the significance of Philia.

Philia teaches the value of shared joy, mutual respect and deep connection, principles that have been central to Hellenism and critical for guiding students towards a stronger and more compassionate society.

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Our Anniversary

Leadership 100: 1984 - 2024

40 Years of Philanthropic Service

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Mission

The Archbishop Iakovos Leadership 100 Fund is a non-profit organization whose mission is to advance the Orthodox Faith and the life-giving legacy of Hellenism in America, through support of the National Ministries of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.

Vision

The Archbishop Iakovos Leadership 100 Fund was formed in 1984 to embody the vision of Archbishop Iakovos to draw 100 Greek Orthodox leaders into a philanthropic fellowship that would perpetuate the life-sustaining ministries of the Church for ages to come, while inspiring life-long friendships and bringing families together.

Today, Leadership 100, as it is popularly known, has grown to 1,300 members. With assets exceeding $100 million, it has distributed $83 million in grants and become a philanthropic force in the Church and the Nation, transforming institutions and lives.

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Membership

Joining Leadership 100 will endow the dreams, values and principles bequeathed to us by our ancestors. Any individual, church, foundation, corporation, or organization interested in advancing Orthodoxy and Hellenism may become a member by donating or pledging $100,000 to be paid over ten years and being accepted into membership by the Executive Committee.

All donations will be held and administered as a perpetual endowment for the purpose of supporting, seeding and nurturing programs under the National Ministries of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese.

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Total Grants Distributed Since Inception

$82,649,503

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On this Fourth of July, Leadership 100 celebrates the enduring spirit of freedom that defines our great nation. We honor all who have safeguarded our liberty, and we give thanks for the values that unite us as Americans. May this Independence Day be
On this Memorial Day, Leadership 100 pays tribute to the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Today, we remember and honor their selfless acts of heroism and unwavering dedication to our great nation. May their
Mike Mantos Named Executive Director of The Hellenic Initiative The Hellenic Initiative (THI) announced that Mike Manatos will become the organization’s Executive Director, effective May 1, 2025. Manatos is a longtime member of Leadership 100
Leadership 100 Hosts Farewell Dinner for Metropolitan Apostolos of Derkon, Congratulates Archbishop Elpidophoros on Sixth Anniversary of Enthronement  His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America hosted a Farewell Dinner for His Eminence Metr