Highlights from the HBA-UK 30th Anniversary Gala
On 31 May 2025 at the historic Langham, the Hellenic Bankers Association UK marked 30 years of leadership, mentorship and global connection with a sold-out Anniversary Gala. Guests travelled from three continents, gathering beneath the Langham’s chandeliers for an evening that balanced serene elegance with purposeful exchange.
A thirteen-piece orchestra and world-class sopranos provided a quietly powerful soundtrack as moments of recognition gave way to sustained conversation across tables and corridors. Among the highlights were the presentation of the HBA Student Award by Maria Hatzistefanis - a deliberate reminder that the Association’s legacy is lived forward through investment in tomorrow’s leaders.
Founder & present: Xenofon Zacharoudis with George Matsakas - a moment of continuity
Our heartfelt thanks to all our guests that joined us for this six-hour celebration where culture and calibre met: refined, intimate, and forward-looking.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our Grand Sponsors, Howden Hellas and Kyriakides Georgopoulos Law Firm, and to our Gold Sponsor, Euroxx Securities, whose support made this milestone possible. Their partnership reflects the shared vision and enduring commitment that have shaped the HBA UK community for three decades, and continue to inspire its future.
HBA Executive Committee: George Sotiropoulos, Xenofon Zacharoudis, Fay Konstantinidi, Alex Tsourinakis, Katerina Ilia, Georgia Tsiavou
Leadership across generations: former Chairmen Christos Megalou, George Matsakas, and George Katsikas, with Chairman Xenofon Zacharoudis.