GIC 2026 Team

Office Manager Désirée Durivou

I am Désirée Durivou (a ‘Dutchy’) and living in the beautiful town Haarlem, located at the west side of the Netherlands.

For the last 15 years I am working as an office manager which has developed my organizational and admin skills. Being a jack-of-all-trades (and kind of a control freak 😊). I usually have a good oversight of procedures and I always attempt to keep everything as organized and flowing as possible.

I have not attended a GIC (yet), but I do have experience with breathing sessions. I love Greece so it’s really good fortune that the 2026 GIC will take place in Rhodes. I am looking forward to all the exciting new experiences!

Certified Breathwork Trainer Matoula Piscopani

I am Matoula Piscopani, a Hellene by birth and origin and somewhat a global citizen. I love stretching out my experience and learn so I have taken on psychotherapy studies in Integrative Psychology. I serve the IBF as a National Representative since 2007 and I ve been a member of this amazing global community since 2006.

My passion for Breathwork has led me to become over the years a Certified Breathwork Trainer with the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance. I collaborate through volunteer work with other peer groups to amend, set context and expand in the safest way the gift of Breathwork to the world. I am the organizer of the Gic 2026 in Hellas with the title “Coming Home” – in Hellenic Nostos (= Νόστος).

My vision is to offer the opportunity of a holistic, celebrational, experiential setting where you can be yourselves. Feeling like home and truly coming home from wherever your modern Odysseus journeys have taken you afar. Back to the source this time, never alone!

DJ retro vibe tunes Myrto Tzantarma

I’m Myrto Tzantarma and I’m living in the port of Piraeus.I am working as a DJ since 2012, playing some retro vibe tunes in various venues in the center of Athens and Piraeus.

I’ve always been drawn to alternative therapies and personal development, which is why my first contact with rebirthing was 10 years ago, during a group seminar by Matoula Piskopani.

Over the past two years, I’ve been practicing more intensively, as I’m deeply interested in evolving personally as much as possible. For me, rebirthing is the path for that goal.

It’s a joy to be part of this wonderful team, and I truly enjoy the process of organizing the GIC.

Breathwork practitioner Evangelia

I am Evangelia, a breathwork practitioner, a leadership and wellbeing coach, a therapist in training, and the founder of Wellnest Athens, a boutique wellness centre in Athens Greece. I love supporting people achieve deeper self-awareness, resilience, and empowerment to create a life they love and thrive in. Before stepping into this path, I spent two decades in the corporate world leading global teams across industries.

My passion though has always been in personal development and wellbeing and eventually decided to turn that into my work. My transformation journey began at a time when, despite my successful corporate career, I felt burnt out, unfulfilled and unhappy. A breathwork retreat revealed to me the profound power of breath, inspiring me to pursue extensive training with renowned teachers. My path deepened further when I encountered a health challenge affecting my ability to breathe. These pivotal experiences led me to leave my 20-year corporate career, change country, lifestyle, and career path, and embrace a more fulfilling and aligned life.

Consultant and manager Pierre Josis

I am Pierre Josis, 67 years old, with over 30 years of experience as a consultant and manager in multicultural and international environments, where I have acquired skills in personal development and coaching.

For over 12 years, I has been a psychosomatic therapist and certified practitioner of conscious and connected breathing (‘Rebirth’ & ‘Transformational Breath’). I regularly co-facilitate residential seminars in France, as well as professional training courses in conscious and connected breathing.

I am professional member of the IBF and I has been a regular participant in the Global Inspiration Conference since 2015.

Founder of Holistic Journey to Health – Social Cooperative Enterprise Georgios Apollonios Maramis

Hello Beautiful Seeker!

Born under the shadow of Mount Olympus, [the biggest mountain in Greece, the mountain of GODS] and a traveler of Greece, I am a seeker of Truth and a guide on the path of Self-Knowledge, Conscious Living, and Holistic Health.

From rap lyricist and activist to holistic healer and breathwork facilitator, my journey blends art, spirituality, and science. I support the awakening of heart, mind, and body, guiding others through meditation, breathwork, Reiki, Pranayama, Qi Gong, and natural living practices.

I have worked with individuals and groups worldwide, co-created transformational retreats and workshops, and dedicated my life to love, service, and conscious evolution.

I live in harmony with nature, the elements, and mindful nourishment, integrating herbs, crystals, and energy work to support holistic well-being.

SERENITY • LOVE • POWER • TRUTH • WISDOM

Communication professional, photographer, Maria (Maro) Verli

I am Maria (Maro) Verli, based in Athens, Greece. I am a communication professional, photographer,
and holistic practitioner dedicated to creating spaces of authentic connection and inspiration.
With a background in humanitarian communications and visual storytelling, I have spent years
capturing moments and messages that bring people together in Europe, Asia, and Africa. My work
bridges creativity and purpose, weaving words, images, and emotions into stories that I hope will
touch the hearts of people and bring about impact and change with a purpose.
As part of the GIC 2026 team, I serve as Communication Liaison and Photographer, supporting
the visibility and expression of this global gathering. Through my lens and words, I aim to reflect the
essence of the Breathwork community, its warmth, depth, and shared humanity.
When I am not behind the camera or crafting messages, you will find me facilitating yoga and mind-
body reconnection sessions. I’m deeply inspired by the power of breath, presence, and creativity to
guide us home to ourselves.

Holistic health expert and transformational educator Panos Vranas

I am Panos, holistic health expert and transformational educator with over 22 years of international experience in education and human development. With academic foundations in Psychology, Linguistics, and Adult Education, he blends science, communication, and embodied practice to support lasting personal transformation.

A former Lieutenant in the Armored Corps, Panos brings strong leadership, discipline, and mental resilience into his work. His training includes learning from global pioneers such as Wim Hof, Brian Kelly, Gary Brecka, and Sadhguru, allowing him to bridge biology, mindfulness, and spiritual awareness.

I deliver engaging, experiential sessions that equip individuals with practical tools for resilience, emotional regulation, energy management, and self-awareness—tools that can be applied immediately in everyday life.

“Knowledge opens doors. Awareness shows you the way.”

Craftsman and lifeguard Giorgos Demertzis

I am Giorgos Demertzis, 43 years old.
Until 2020, I did technical work and was a craftsman. After that, I studied to be a lifeguard and have been practicing for the last 3 years.
My English is at an intermediate level : I understand a lot and speak a little. I am good at practical things, but less so at theoretical things. Whatever I undertake, I devote myself fully to it and invest myself completely.
For the past two years, I have also been practicing conscious breathing.