named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
31st Annual HACC-NACC Shipping Conference
Bilateral event co-hosted with the Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce focusing on the shipping industry
73rd Annual Person of the Year Gala
Annual gala honoring prominent Greek-American leaders; honored Dr. John Coustas in 2025
Carte Blanche Project
Initiative supporting cultural or community engagement, referenced across multiple events
Gen AI NYC – Legal and Business Roundtable
Roundtable discussion on artificial intelligence developments from legal and business perspectives
LEAP Atlantic Ambassadorial Briefing
Event featuring European Permanent Representatives to the United Nations
Real Estate and Construction Event: "City of Yes"
Event exploring real estate development and urban planning challenges in New York City
Traditional Cutting of the Vasilopita
Annual cultural event celebrating Greek heritage and community leadership
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Professional Networking Events 2 activities
- Co-hosting the Hellenic-American and Norwegian-American Chambers of Commerce Shipping ConferenceCo-organizes an annual shipping conference in New York City with the Norwegian American Chambers of Commerce, most recently the 31st Annual event.
- Organizing professional development and networking events for Greek-American professionalsHosts regular networking meet-ups, lecture series featuring business leaders, and an annual gala for young professionals in New York City through its Greek Young Professionals Network, which has nearly 4,500 members.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Administering and funding the George E. Athans Scholarship FundEstablished in 1976 at New York University, the organization administers and partners with NYU's Financial Aid Office to select recipients for the George E. Athans Scholarship Fund, providing financial support to students.
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Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
- Facilitating business and cultural engagement through special eventsHosts virtual and in-person events including wine tastings, book signings, virtual museum tours, and roundtables on emerging topics like AI, to engage members and promote Hellenic-American ties.
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Film Festival and Screening Programming 1 activity
- Hosting annual cultural and film festival eventsOrganizes an annual festival showcasing Greek film productions, expanded to include an international meeting platform for cinematographers from around the world.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Hosting the Annual Person of the Year GalaHosts the 73rd Annual Person of the Year Gala, honoring individuals such as Dr. John Coustas for their contributions to business and the Greek-American community.
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Bilateral Trade and Business Relations 1 activity
- Participating in and supporting bi-national chamber collaborationEngages in LEAP Atlantic, a collective of 20 bi-national chambers in New York, to support transnational business and cultural exchange.
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Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
- Providing member benefits and servicesOffers members event invitations, discounts, access to the membership directory, priority RSVPs, exclusive networking, corporate promotion via email announcements, and access to midtown workspace based on availability.
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Artist Visa and Mobility Support 1 activity
- Strengthening bilateral economic and cultural ties between the U.S. and GreecePromotes and strengthens economic and cultural relations between the United States and Greece through events, delegations, and engagement with Greek institutions and leaders.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Organizing educational workshops and seminars on Greece-related topicsOrganizes practical workshops such as "Greek Taxes Made Simple" and hosts seminars on investment and tax implications for investors and the Greek diaspora, including participation in the Capital Link Invest in Greece Forum.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$215K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$208K97%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$7K
expenses
Total expenses$283K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$96K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$110K
Cash$16K
Investments$0
Liabilities$12K
Net assets$98K
Liquid reserves0.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -5.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALEXANDRA SPYROU MITSAKIS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 20 | $90K |
board members · 24
- Alexander Constantin — DIRECTOR
- Antony Contomichalos — DIRECTOR
- Athas Ioannou — DIRECTOR
- Brian P Devine — DIRECTOR
- Clay Maitland — PRESIDENT
- Dan Tadros — DIRECTOR
- Demetrios Diakolios — DIRECTOR
- Eftyhia Pylarinou- Piper — EXEC BOARD
- George Constantin — DIRECTOR
- George Pierot — EXEC BOARD
- George Zapantis — DIRECTOR
- Hercules Argyriou — DIRECTOR
- Humera Ahmed — SECRETARY
- John Papaspanos — DIRECTOR
- Kleon Diamantopoulos — DIRECTOR
- Marina Hadjipateras — DIRECTOR
- Markos Drakotos — CHAIRMAN
- Matt Thomas — DIRECTOR
- Michael Psyllos — DIRECTOR
- NICHOLAS KOUTOMITIS — DIRECTOR
- NICK KATSANOS — EXECUTIVE VP
- Nancy Papaioannou — EXEC BOARD
- Olga Bornozi — DIRECTOR
- Peter Bazos — VP
relationships · 36
Who they work with
- AHEPA Partner — Collaborates with AHEPA as a participating organization in events.
- Alma Bank Partner — Recognized as a sponsor of Hellenic American Chamber of Commerce events.
- Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Partner — Engages with Aristotle University of Thessaloniki through participation of its faculty in Hellenic American Chamber of Commerce events.
- Athens University of Economics and Business Partner — Collaborates with Athens University of Economics and Business through faculty participation in events.
- Baker Botts L.L.P. Partner — Collaborated with Baker Botts L.L.P. for the Gen AI NYC Legal and Business Roundtable.
- Baker Botts LLP Partner — Employer of the HACC Innovators Director, John Papaspanos, indicating organizational affiliation.
- Blank Rome, LLP Partner — Member organization represented in the chamber's leadership or membership.
- Capital Link Network — Participates in the annual Capital Link Invest in Greece Forum.
- Capital Link Partner — Partnered with Capital Link for the 27th Annual Invest in Greece event.
- Consul General Ifigenia Kanara Government — Hosted an information session with Consul General Ifigenia Kanara.
- Cyprus US Chamber of Commerce Partner — Partners with the Cyprus US Chamber of Commerce for joint initiatives.
- EMBCA Partner — Collaborates with EMBCA (Eastern Mediterranean Business Culture Alliance) on business and cultural initiatives.
- Federation of Greek-American Educators Partner — Collaborated on the 'Studying Opportunities in Greece' event.
- Federation of Greek-American Educators Partner — Collaborates with the Federation of Greek-American Educators, as evidenced by the participation of its president in an event hosted by Hellenic American Chamber of Commerce.
- Federation of Greek-American Educators & Study in Greece Partner — Co-hosts initiatives related to studying opportunities in Greece.
- HACC Network — Member of the Hellenic American Chamber of Commerce network
- Harokopio University of Athens Partner — Partners with Harokopio University of Athens through inclusion of its faculty in events.
- Hellenic American University Partner — Collaborates with Hellenic American University, as evidenced by the President delivering the 2026 commencement address.
- Hellenic Lawyers Association Partner — Collaborates with the Hellenic Lawyers Association as a participating organization.
- Hellenic Medical Society Partner — Partners with the Hellenic Medical Society for events and outreach.
- Heritage Realty Services, LLC Partner — Employer of board member Alexander Constantin and participant in HACC Innovators program.
- International Registries, Inc. Partner — Member organization represented in the chamber's leadership or membership.
- LEAP Atlantic Coalition — Member of LEAP Atlantic, a collective of bi-national chambers promoting transatlantic business connections.
- National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Partner — Collaborates with National and Kapodistrian University of Athens through faculty involvement in events.
- New York University Partner — Cooperates with the Financial Aid Office to select recipients for the George E. Athans Scholarship.
- New York University Partner — Partnered with NYU's Office of Financial Aid regarding the George E. Athans Scholarship Fund.
- Norton Rose Fulbright Partner — Member organization represented in the chamber's leadership or membership.
- Norwegian American Chambers of Commerce Partner — Co-organizes the annual shipping conference.
- Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce Partner — Co-hosted the 31st Annual Shipping Conference with the Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce.
- Poles, Tublin, Stratakis & Gonzalez, LLP Partner — Member organization represented in the chamber's leadership or membership.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cultural Bridge Through Professional and Academic Networksmethodology: cultural-exchange-through-networksBy integrating cultural exchange with professional and academic networking, the Chamber deepens transatlantic engagement, because shared heritage and intellectual collaboration jointly strengthen identity, trust, and long-term partnership between Greek and American institutions.
- Member-Driven Value Co-Creationmethodology: member-driven adaptationBy adapting services in response to evolving member needs, the Chamber maintains engagement and relevance, because member ownership and responsiveness to real-time feedback produce higher retention and deeper participation than static programming.
- Thought Leadership Rooted in Greek Philosophical Traditionmethodology: philosophy-based leadership developmentBy promoting leadership development through strategic frameworks derived from Greek philosophy, the Chamber fosters distinctive personal and professional branding, because anchoring modern leadership in classical tradition provides a unique value proposition that enhances credibility and differentiation in global business contexts.
- Transatlantic Network Building for Bilateral Impactmethodology: transatlantic_network-buildingBy creating enduring connections between European and American organizations, the Chamber strengthens economic and cultural ties between the U.S. and Greece, because sustained cross-border relationships generate mutual opportunity, innovation, and policy influence that individual actors cannot achieve alone.