Tropical rainforests and barren deserts, ancient fossils and brand-new species, hidden cities and legendary shipwrecks, lost worlds and uncovered mysteries: Since its founding in 1888, National Geographic has expanded our knowledge of the world around us, thanks to its intrepid explorers, men and women, and their vision to delve into the uncharted reaches of the planet and our existence.

As their leader, Jill Tiefenthaler, the first female CEO of the National Geographic Society, comes to the Athens Science Festival to share Tales of Exploration and Change from the past, the present and future of an organization that already counts 136 years of uninterrupted presence.

Driven by the mission of the National Geographic Society, Dr. Tiefenthaler leads a global community of explorers and scientists from various fields who strive to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world. And drawing from the history of this global non-profit organization, Dr. Tiefenthaler will share with us her vision for building its future legacy, using science, storytelling, and education as tools, and its historical exploration expeditions and award-winning films as vehicles.

Come meet Jill Tiefenthaler, the first female CEO of the National Geographic Society, and hear the captivating Tales of Exploration and Change she has to tell at the Athens Science Festival.

About Dr. Jill Tiefenthaler

Dr. Jill Tiefenthaler is the first female CEO of the National Geographic Society. She also sits on the Society’s Board of Trustees and the board of National Geographic Partners. Before joining National Geographic, Dr. Tiefenthaler spent nine years as the president of Colorado College. She attended Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN. She received her M.A. and Ph.D. in economics from Duke University.

Saturday 20 April 2024 | Miltiades Evert Auditorium | Time: 18:45

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