Evangelos Marinakis

Marinakis's most celebrated achievement is guiding Olympiacos to the 2024 UEFA Europa Conference League title, the first European trophy for any Greek club. That victory capped a decade of domestic dominance, with eleven league titles and four cups under his presidency. In shipping, his company Capital Maritime has been consistently ranked among the world's most influential, with Marinakis himself appearing on Lloyd's List's top 100 for over a decade. His honorary doctorate from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 2024 underscores his impact on the maritime industry. These accomplishments reflect a rare combination of business savvy and sporting ambition, making him a transformative figure in Greek and European football.