About Next is Now
Our Story
Next is Now was founded in 2018 with a clear vision: to create policy forums that connect industry and academia to address Greece's most pressing national challenges.
We have established ourselves as Greece's leading conference organization agency, focusing on sectors vital to the country's future: tourism, health, cybersecurity, economy, demographics, and infrastructure.
With 31 conferences, 565 distinguished speakers, and 4,285 delegates, we have created a platform for dialogue that influences policy and drives change.
Our Services
Conference Organization
End-to-end conference planning and execution from start to finish
Speaker Curation
Curated selection of speakers who are leaders in their fields
Sponsorship Management
Sponsorship programs with proven ROI
Media & Communications
Strategic communications and conference visibility across media and digital channels
Meet the Team
Maria Markou
Founder & Director, Next is Now
Maria founded Next is Now in 2018 with a vision to create policy forums in Greece. With over 15 years of experience in event management and public relations, she has established the company as the leading conference organization agency in the country.
Antigoni Markou
Managing Director, Dome Consulting Firm
Antonia leads Dome Consulting Firm, the strategic partner of Next is Now. Her expertise in strategic communications and stakeholder engagement has been instrumental in building relationships with C-level executives and thought leaders.
Nikolaos Papadopoulos
Head of Event Operations
Nikolaos oversees the operational aspects of all conferences, ensuring seamless execution from venue setup to post-event analysis. His attention to detail has contributed to the impeccable reputation of Next is Now events.
Elena Konstantinou
Director of Communications
Elena manages all media relations and communications for Next is Now conferences. Her background in journalism and PR ensures comprehensive coverage and strong relationships with major media outlets.