The President of the Hellenic Olympic Committee (HOC), Isidoros Kouvelos, met with the HOC Ambassador for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, acclaimed actress and presenter Maria Menounos.
In a spirit of shared vision and strong collaboration, the President of the Hellenic Olympic Committee (HOC), Isidoros Kouvelos, met with the HOC Ambassador for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, acclaimed actress and presenter Maria Menounos. The meeting focused on strategizing upcoming joint initiatives to actively support the Greek Olympic team.
By:Evageline Plakas
During the discussions, the roadmap for upcoming initiatives across the United States was established. A primary pillar of this strategy is raising awareness and actively mobilizing the vibrant Greek-American diaspora in support of Team Hellas, as the countdown to the Los Angeles Olympic Games in 2028 accelerates.
Maria Menounos, who maintains deep and enduring ties with both Greece and the U.S. diaspora, committed to leveraging her extensive network and significant influence. Through these efforts, she will play a crucial role in promoting the HOC's mission, ensuring that Greek athletes receive the robust backing they deserve on their journey to the world's premier athletic stage.
"The Support of the Diaspora is Vital"
HOC President Isidoros Kouvelos expressed his sincere gratitude to Maria Menounos for her ongoing dedication and readiness to stand alongside the Greek Olympic family:
"Maria, thank you for being by our side and supporting our effort to field the largest possible delegation at the 2028 Olympic Games. Your popularity and resonance in the United States will undoubtedly mobilize all our compatriots. We have already made significant contacts with prominent Greeks and secured training and hospitality venues for our athletes, both before and during the Olympic Games," Mr. Kouvelos emphasized.
A Pivotal Role for LA 2028
For her part, Maria Menounos—who will also serve as the Master of Ceremonies for the Olympic Flame Lighting Ceremonies for 2028—shared her excitement regarding her role as HOC Ambassador.
She underscored that it is a profound honor to contribute to supporting Team Hellas and helping unite the Greek community across the United States, ensuring that Greek athletes receive the best possible support as they head toward the Los Angeles Olympic Games.
