Tag: Famous Greek Americans

$500 Million Payday for Greek American Businessman Dean Metropoulos with Pabst Sale

Back in 2010, Greek American businessman Dean Metropoulos bought the ailing Pabst Brewing Company for $250 million. Many thought he

September 24, 2014

‘Elia Kazan Collection’ A Must-Have Boxed Set Arranged by Martin Scorsese

The complete trajectory of Elia Kazan’s career can now be seen— and owned— by film buffs and fans alike, in

September 23, 2014

Peter Diamandis’ Challenge to Developers: $15 Million For Software to Combat Global Illiteracy

X Prize Foundation founder Peter Diamandis announced today, what he called his boldest initiative yet. And considering the fact that

September 23, 2014

Maria Loi: New Cookbook by Harper Collins Isn’t a Personal Success, It’s a Greek Success

  It’s no small feat to arrive in America and three years later have one of the biggest publishers in

September 17, 2014

Ultramarathonman Dean Karnazes Hoping to Emulate Pheidippides; Documentary to Follow in Pheiddipides’ Footsteps



Dean Karnazes is used to taking on challenges. Ever since he shuffled away from a bar on his 30th birthday,

September 13, 2014

John Varvatos Rocks London in Style: Greek American Designer Opens First European Flagship Store

The world of fashion and music came together as John Varvatos celebrated the opening of his first European store in

September 6, 2014

The Greek Immigrant Who Changed the Course of American History, Labor Laws

As we celebrate Labor Day today across the United States, we should take a moment and remember the legacy of

September 1, 2014

Robin Hood of Fashion Christos Garkinos Premiers New Line on HSN Thursday August 21st at 9pm EST

As the co-owner of Decades, the Los Angeles-based luxury consignment boutique known internationally, Christos Garkinos curates the modern half of

August 19, 2014

Book of the Week: Damn Good Advice by Master Communicator and Ad Legend George Lois

Damn Good Advice (For People With Talent!) is a look into the mind of one of America’s most legendary creative

August 12, 2014

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