Melina Taprantzi

Melina Taprantzi is a distinguished social entrepreneur and the Founder of Wise Greece, a multi-awarded social enterprise that aims to promote sustainable development and social impact through the power of entrepreneurship. Melina’s notable achievements include receiving the prestigious “SDGs and Her” award from the United Nations and the World Bank in 2020, recognizing her as one of the seven women globally with exceptional contributions to sustainable development. She has also been honored with the World of Difference Award by the International Alliance for Women in Washington DC for her efforts in economically empowering women.

Melina sits on the Board of multinational Organizations and she is a keynote speaker at international seminars on social entrepreneurship, women empowerment, Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability, ESG and the SDGs. She is a TEDX Speaker, a BMW Foundation Responsible Leader, an IVLP Alumna in the program of Social Responsibility and Innovation funded by the US Department of State, a Young Emerging Leader 2018 by the European-Australian Forum and a Young Innovative Leader 2019 (YTILI Fellow) by the German Marshall Fund. In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavors, Melina is a faculty member at several esteemed educational institutions, where she teaches courses on leadership, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and social impact.

Driven by a passion for creating a more equitable and sustainable world, Melina’s work is guided by the principles of social responsibility and innovation. Her mission is to empower individuals and organizations to make a positive social and environmental impact through sustainable practices and inclusive growth.