Basili Ronstadt Elected Supreme President

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - The Sons of Pericles proudly announce the election of Brother Basili Ronstadt of Spartan Chapter 145 in Chicago, Illinois, as Supreme President for the 2025-2026 term. His election follows a spirited and competitive meeting marked by multiple contested races. The newly elected Supreme Lodge is as follows:

• Supreme President – Basili Ronstadt, Chicago, Illinois

• Supreme Vice President – George T. Horiates, Cherry Hill, New Jersey

• Supreme Secretary – Foti Hrousalas, Winnipeg, Manitoba

• Supreme Treasurer – Andreas Koloniaris, Ottawa, Ontario

• Supreme Governor – Panagiotis Kotsalis, Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni, Greece

• Supreme Governor – George Kalyvas, New Rochelle, New York

• Supreme Advisor to the Sons of Pericles – Ted Vittas, Wayne, New Jersey

L-R: Advisor Ted Vittas, Supreme Governor George Kalyvas, Supreme Vice President George T. Horiates, Supreme President Basili Ronstadt, Supreme Secretary Foti Hrousalas, Supreme Governor Panagiotis Kotsalis. Not Pictured: Supreme Treasurer Andreas Koloniaris

After his installation, Brother Ronstadt addressed the crowd of AHEPA Family members, formally introducing the incoming Supreme Lodge and sharing his vision for the year ahead. Crediting PSP Alec Economakis and the many Past Supreme Presidents for laying the foundation he now stands on, Ronstadt committed to building upon their legacy with energy, purpose, and a forward-thinking approach.

“As we honor the past, it is up to us to shape the future,” said Ronstadt. “We now step into our centennial year with pride, purpose, and promise. Together we will strengthen our bond, serve our community, and honor our heritage.”

Brother Basili outlined his pledge to:

• Lead with transparency, collaboration, and open communication.

• Listen to every member of the AHEPA Family and uphold our shared values.

• Reconnect with alumni and Past Officers to harness their wisdom and support.

• Reestablish the Rising Sons program to empower the next generation of leaders.

• Reignite our dedication to Hellenism by strengthening the presence of the Sons of Pericles in local communities.

As part of the centennial celebration and in a show of continued service, Ronstadt also announced the Supreme Lodge’s commitment of $6,000 to the AHEPA Service Dogs for Warriors program to fund a service dog for a veteran in need. In honor of the upcoming SOP Centennial in Manchester, New Hampshire, the dog will be named "Chester."

The Order of AHEPA, Daughters of Penelope, and Maids of Athena held their elections as well, and the newly elected Supreme President Chris Kaitson, Grand President Antoinette Marousis Zachariades, and Grand President Stephanie Owens were also installed into their offices. We look forward to working cohesively with all three of the other AHEPA Family Orders in the upcoming year.