Greek Risk Management Awards 2026

The establishment of the first Greek awards for Risk Management by the Hellenic Association of Risk Managers (H.A.RI.MA) is not just a new initiative. It’s a resounding message to the market: Greece is entering the new era of professional maturity, resilience, and strategic risk management with dynamism, in full alignment with the established European FERMA awards.

In a world where uncertainty has become commonplace, the role of risk management is no longer limited to preventing unpleasant developments. It is a catalyst that broadens organizations’ perspectives, helping them adapt quickly, innovate, and create value in constantly changing environments. The establishment of these awards recognizes exactly that: the need to honor those who look beyond today and build tomorrow with foresight and determination.

The Greek Awards aim to become an institution that will highlight the brightest examples of leadership, professionalism, and innovation in risk management. Thru collaboration with FERMA and alignment with European assessment and recognition standards, Greece now gains a strong voice in the European risk management ecosystem. At the same time, a channel for the exchange of experiences, know-how, and best practices opens up, strengthening the professional community and raising the bar for quality across the entire market.

However, beyond their symbolic value, awards serve as a practical mechanism for improvement and inspiration. They provide visibility to teams and professionals who are testing new approaches, implementing innovative tools, promoting a culture of prevention, and shaping real conditions of resilience within their organizations. These examples serve as a guide for the rest of the market, encouraging more organizations to invest seriously in risk management.

The first Greek Risk Management Awards are not just a celebration of excellence. It’s a move that strengthens the country’s image on the European map, promotes a modern culture of executive thinking, and confirms that the Greek business community can, and wants to stand on equal footing with international standards.

With the launch of this institution, Greece is taking a decisive step forward. It creates a space where the best are showcased, innovations are recognized, and the entire market benefits from the knowledge and experience of those who are paving the way. A space that enhances not only risk management, but also strategic thinking, accountability, and business continuity at every level.

For the first time in Greece, H.A.RI.MA. is organizing the Greek Risk Management Awards 2026 – #grma26 in collaboration with ethosEVENTS. The awards will take place on March 13, 2026, in person at the Divani Caravel.

Nominations

TOP AWARDS:

€600 for each nomination in the top 8 awards.

Remaining Categories:

€390 for the first application.
€730 for a package of two applications from the same business.
€990 for a package of three applications from the same business.
€1,240 for a package of four applications from the same business.
€1,480 for a package of five applications from the same business.
+€200 for each additional submission from the same business.

Application Deadline: February 20, 2026

The above prices do not include VAT.

Every business that has submitted 1 to 3 nominations is entitled to one free seat at the official awards ceremony, while 3 or more nominations entitle them to an additional free seat for a staff member.

Award Categories

A total of 46 award categories will be presented at the “Greek Risk Management Awards“, across 4 thematic areas.

1. TOP of The Tops

1.1 Top – Risk Team of The Year
1.2 Top – Risk Manager of the year
1.3 Top – Rising star of the year
1.4 Top – Risk Innovation of the year
1.5 Top – Risk Consultant of The Year
1.6 Top – Insurance Company of the year
1.7 Top – Risk Training Team of the Year
1.8 Top – Risk Audit Team of the Year

2. Risk Team per Sector

2.1 Best Risk Team – Banking Sector Operational
2.2 Best Risk Team – Insurance Sector Operational
2.3 Best Risk team – Energy (RSE, Oil & Gas) Sector
2.4 Best Risk Team – Technology & Telecom Sector
2.5 Best Risk Team – Health & Pharmaceutical Sector
2.6 Best Risk Team – Public Sector
2.7 Best Risk Team – Infrastructure & Transportation Sector
2.8 Best Risk Team – Gaming Sector
2.9 Best Risk Team – Consulting Sector
2.10 Best Risk Team – Industry / Manufacturing Sector
2.11 Best Risk Team – FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) Sector

3. Risk Projects

3.1 Best – Use of Ai in Risk management
3.2 Best – Cybersecurity Risk management
3.3 Best – Enterprise Risk Assessment
3.4 Best Project / New product – Risk Analysis
3.5 Best – Supply Chain Risk Management
3.6 Best – Business Continuity Plan
3.7 Best – HR Risk Management
3.8 Best – Environmental & Climate Change Risk
3.9 Best – Crisis & Reputation Risk Awareness Plan
3.10 Best – Health & Safety Risk
3.11 Best – Fraud Risk
3.12 Best – Risk Awareness & Culture
3.13 Best – Risk Governance (Implementation) project
3.14 Best – Use of Risk Technology & Platform

4. Insurance Industry Excellence

4.1 Best – Broker Innovation of the year
4.2 Best – Claims Innovation of the year
4.3 Best – Loss adjuster of the year
4.4 Best – ESG Cover
4.5 Best – Cyber Insurance Cover
4.6 Best – Small Business Cover
4.7 Best – Travel Insurance Cover
4.8 Best – Property Cover
4.9 Best – Group Health Cover
4.10 Best – AI Application in Underwriting
4.11 Best – AI Application in Claims
4.12 Best – D&O Cover
4.13 Best – Self Service Platform

5. Horonary Awards

Risk Management Pioneer
Risk Management Leader

Award Criteria

Terms & Conditions

Awards Committee

Chair of the Committee

Charlotte Hedemark Hancke, Risk Management Expert – SAP Denmark, & x FERMA President

Members:

Stamou Natassa, Vice Chair – Hellenic Capital Market Commission
Rogkakou Alexandra, Governor – National Transparency Authority
Charalampidis Michalis, Group Chief Risk Officer – Growthfund
Marmalidou Verra, Chair of the Board – IIA (Institute of Internal Auditors) Greece
Kainourgios Dimitris, Professor of Finance – NKUA, Deputy Chairman – Hellenic Fiscal Council
Nikolaou Zefi, Chair of the Board – ASCO (Association of Compliance Officers) Greece
Kyritsis Spyros, Chair – Association of Members of the Athens Stock Exchange, Member of Audit Committee – Motor Oil
Dimitriadis Aris, Audit Committee Chairman – Central Markets and Fisheries Organization (OKAA)
Kyriazis Chariton (Harry), Chairman of the Audit Committee – Lamda Development
Pagano Andrea, Director Risk, Compliance & Information Security – DESFA SA
Panagopoulou Katerina, Chief Risk Officer – EYDAP
Gkravas Konstantinos, Member of the Audit Committee – OTE, Adjunct Lecturer – AUEB
Drakopoulos Vasilis, Group Insurance Manager & Captive CRO – Coca Cola HBC
Kalatzis Nikos, Chair Audit & Risk Committees / Bod Member – OAS
Thodou Eugenia, Chief Risk Officer – Ethniki Insurance
Avramidis Konstantinos, Head of Risk & Compliance – Aegean Airlines
Mougios Konstantinos, Chief Risk Officer – ElvalHalcor
Koniari Katerina, Chief Risk Officer – Export Credit Greece
Triantafyllou Danai, Risk Management Director – Attica Group
Chlomoudis George, General Manager – Comply Data, Compliance & Risk Mgt Director – ICAP CRIF
Degaita Josefina, Head of Group Operational Risk – National Bank
Petrodaskalakis Michalis, Partner, Head of Risk Services – EY
Fatola Stavroula, Enterprise Risk Management Sector (Senior Principal) – Pharmathen
Nikolopoulou Eleana, Director Legal & Compliance – Lavipharm
Lefkaditis Konstantinos, Head of Banking Sector – Forvis Mazars
Chandros Epameinondas, Principal Sustainability Transition & Risk Management – Grant Thornton
Matraki Apostolia (Polly), Senior Manager GRC – KPMG
Aliferis Manos, CEO – Mars
Markoulaki Maro, MD GR & CY Risk Advisory – Howden
Paparoupas Nestoras, Product Manager (Sustainability, Risk & Crisis Management) – TUV Hellas
Chalaris Michalis, Associate Professor – Democritus University / Former Chief of the Hellenic Fire Service, Ministry of Civil Protection
Christophilopoulos Epameinondas (Notis), Chairholder – UNESCO Chair on Futures Research

Registration Sponsor

Corporate Participations

Under the Auspices of

Communication Sponsors

Sponsorship Program

NAME SPONSOR | €15.000 + VAT.

The logo of the [Name] sponsor will be featured alongside the main Awards logo, accompanied by the tagline “Awards presented by [Name] sponsor.”
An executive from [Name] sponsor is entitled to a ten (10) minute speech during the awards ceremony.
A sponsor executive is entitled to present the awards to the winning companies in three (3) award categories.
Opportunity to publish an interview with a senior executive in HRIMA magazine, featuring a cover photo and republication on the banks.com.gr portal.
Entitled to a 300×250 px banner on the homepage of the banks.com.gr portal for 6 months.
The sponsor will be featured in a prominent position across all promotional materials (electronic newsletters, e-mail updates, landing pages, post-event reports, etc.).
Entitled to the attendance of 24 guests during the awards ceremony.
Entitled to a booth (maximum dimensions 4m x 3m) at the awards ceremony venue.
The sponsor is entitled to present a corporate video with a maximum duration of two (2) minutes during the ceremony’s program.
The sponsor will be promoted through the social media pages of the organizer and the event (Facebook and LinkedIn) with three (3) “featured” posts.
Entitled to include a banner (maximum dimensions 600×100 px) in the awards’ post-event newsletter and a 728×90 px banner on the event’s post-event report webpage.
Will receive an extensive post-event report of the awards.

GOLD SPONSOR | €12.000 + VAT.

A sponsor executive is entitled to a five (5) minute speech during the awards ceremony.
A sponsor executive is entitled to present the awards to the winning companies in two (2) award categories.
Opportunity to publish an interview with a senior executive in HRIMA magazine, with republication on the banks.com.gr portal.
Entitled to a 300×250 px banner on the homepage of the banks.com.gr portal for 5 months.
The sponsor will be featured in a prominent position across all promotional materials (electronic newsletters, e-mail updates, landing pages, post-event reports, etc.).
Entitled to the attendance of 16 guests during the awards ceremony.
Entitled to a booth (maximum dimensions 3m x 3m) at the awards ceremony venue.
The sponsor is entitled to present a corporate video with a maximum duration of two (2) minutes during the ceremony’s program.
The sponsor will be promoted through the social media pages of the organizer and the event (Facebook and LinkedIn) with two (2) “featured” posts.
Entitled to include a banner (maximum dimensions 600×100 px) in the awards’ post-event newsletter and a 728×90 px banner on the event’s post-event report webpage.
Will receive an extensive post-event report.

SILVER SPONSOR | €9.000 + VAT.

A sponsor executive is entitled to a three (3) minute speech during the awards ceremony.
A sponsor executive is entitled to present the awards to the winning companies in one (1) award category.
Entitled to a 300×250 px banner on the homepage of the banks.com.gr portal for 4 months.
The sponsor will be featured in a prominent position across all promotional materials (electronic newsletters, e-mail updates, landing pages, post-event reports, etc.).
Entitled to the attendance of 16 guests during the awards ceremony.
Entitled to a booth (maximum dimensions 3m x 2m) at the awards ceremony venue.
The sponsor is entitled to present a corporate video with a maximum duration of one (1) minute during the ceremony’s program.
The sponsor will be promoted through the social media pages of the organizer and the event (Facebook and LinkedIn) with two (2) “featured” posts.
Entitled to include a banner (maximum dimensions 600×100 px) in the awards’ post-event newsletter and a 728×90 px banner on the event’s post-event report webpage.
Will receive an extensive post-event report.

BRONZE SPONSOR | €6.000 + VAT.

Entitled to a 300×250 px banner on the homepage of the banks.com.gr portal for 3 months.
The sponsor will be featured in a prominent position across all promotional materials (electronic newsletters, e-mail updates, landing pages, post-event reports, etc.).
Entitled to the attendance of 8 guests during the awards ceremony.
Entitled to a booth (maximum dimensions 2m x 2m) at the awards ceremony venue.
The sponsor will be promoted through the social media pages of the organizer and the event (Facebook and LinkedIn) with one (1) “featured” post.
Will receive an extensive post-event report.

PREMIUM CORPORATE PARTICIPATION | €3.000 + VAT.

The sponsor will be featured across all promotional materials (electronic newsletters, e-mail updates, landing pages, post-event reports, etc.).
Entitled to the attendance of 4 guests during the awards ceremony
Entitled to display up to one (1) roll-up banner (maximum dimensions 0.85m x 2.00m) at the awards ceremony venue.
Will receive an extensive post-event report.

CORPORATE PARTICIPATION | €1.500 + VAT.

The sponsor will be featured across all promotional materials (electronic newsletters, e-mail updates, landing pages, post-event reports, etc.).
Entitled to the attendance of 2 guests during the awards ceremony
Will receive an extensive post-event report.