Eurobank is investing in modern leadership development and fostering innovation through its partnership with INSEAD, one of the world’s leading business schools.
Since the partnership began in November 2024, more than 100 Group executives have taken part in two specially designed programmes, gaining access to international expertise and modern approaches to leadership and innovation.
As the announcement notes, the initiative is part of the Bank’s long-term strategy to develop its people, with further initiatives planned to address the Group’s evolving needs and strategic priorities.
The partnership combines INSEAD’s international academic expertise with Eurobank’s business priorities and has already produced two complementary programmes: the Leadership Development Programme (LDP), aimed at management executives and focused on leadership, innovation and transformation; and Building Eurobank’s Innovating Engine, which aims to foster a shared culture of innovation and develop modern products and services.
Two cohorts of the LDP have completed the programme to date, with executives from Greece, Cyprus and Bulgaria taking part. The first cohort of Building Eurobank’s Innovating Engine has also completed the programme.
From learning to lasting collaboration
A further dimension of the partnership was highlighted at the LDP Alumni Kick-off Event, held on Friday, 23 October 2026, at the Athens Marriott Hotel. It brought together graduates of the two Leadership Development Programme cohorts and members of Eurobank’s management team.
The event marked the launch of the programme’s alumni community, with the aim of enabling the ongoing exchange of knowledge and experience, strengthening collaboration and making the most of the skills developed through the programme.
At the event, Chengyi Lin, INSEAD Affiliate Professor of Strategy, discussed the changes artificial intelligence is bringing to banking and the challenges of organisational transformation. Franklin Vrede, INSEAD Adjunct Professor of Organisational Behaviour, highlighted the importance of peer coaching as a way to collaborate and share experience in addressing real-world leadership challenges.
Golfo Agapitou, Eurobank’s Head of People Talents, outlined plans to develop the LDP Alumni Leadership Platform, with the aim of preserving and further harnessing the knowledge and momentum created.
Speaking about the broader significance of the partnership with INSEAD, Natassa Paschali, Eurobank’s Group Chief Human Resources Officer, said:
“At Eurobank, developing our people is a consistent priority and an integral part of our strategy. We believe effective leadership requires continuous development, insight and the ability to respond to new challenges. Our partnership with INSEAD, one of the world’s leading business schools, reinforces our strategic commitment to investing in modern leadership and innovation skills. It gives our executives access to international practices, fresh perspectives and valuable tools to manage complex change, while fostering a culture of collaboration, strategic thinking and continuous learning that supports Eurobank’s long-term growth.”
For his part, Sameer Hasija, INSEAD Dean of Executive Education & Dean of the Asia Campus, said:
“We are delighted to continue our partnership with Eurobank, which is investing in the leadership and innovation skills needed in a constantly changing business environment.
What makes this partnership particularly valuable is the way we combine INSEAD’s international perspective and academic expertise with Eurobank’s real-world business challenges, creating learning experiences that are closely aligned with its needs, practical in focus and readily applicable.
We look forward to continuing our joint efforts to support Eurobank’s leaders and its ambition to create value for its customers and stakeholders.”