Shaping Perceptions, Forging Relationships: Reflections on 25 Years Working in Transatlantic Affairs and US-Greece Relations
Βy Business Partners | Jan-Feb, 2025

Strategic Voices

At a time of rapid and radical changes that are reshaping the global landscape, strategic communications are more important than ever. Business Partners magazine reached out to Alexandros Costopoulos, founder and CEO of Foresight Strategy and Communications and Secretary General of the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce, to talk about his Foresight’s work, its greatest milestones,…

Generative AI: Transforming Healthcare in Greece for the Next Century
By Alexandra Loli, PhD, Publisher | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Viewpoint

After attending the 23rd HealthWorld Conference, organized by the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce, one conclusion stands out: the future of healthcare undeniably lies in artificial intelligence (AI). Over the next decade, AI, particularly generative AI, is set to revolutionize healthcare in ways far surpassing the progress of the last century. Historically, healthcare advancements have been…

Director’s Desk
By Elias Spirtounias, Executive Director | Business Partners Nov-Dec, 2024

First Person

Dear members and friends of the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce, As we approach the end of a year marked by profound transformation, it is essential to reflect on the significant global developments that have reshaped the political, economic, and social landscapes and to recognize that adaptability, strategic foresight, and collaborative efforts are key to successfully…

The Path Forward: An Interview with Dr. Yannis Stournaras
By John D. Saracakis | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Leaders in Focus

Throughout a distinguished career that spans over four decades, esteemed economist Dr. Yannis Stournaras has been instrumental in shaping Greece’s economic landscape, from guiding the country through turbulent waters as Minister of Finance, to introducing major reforms of the banking sector as Governor of the Bank of Greece, and influencing critical monetary policies as part…

Unpacking BEPS 2.0: What Do Global Tax Reforms Mean for Transfer Pricing?
By Spyros Kaminaris, Partner, Head of Tax, EY in Greece | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Tax Talk

The OECD’s BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two is dramatically changing the international tax landscape, creating reporting and compliance challenges for multinational enterprises. The Inclusive Framework on Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS 2.0), introduced by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), seeks to ensure that income is taxed at an appropriate rate and that…

BCA College: Empowering the Future of Greece’s Tourism Sector
By Dr. Christine Konstantinidou, General Manager, BCA College | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Education

A leading provider of educational and training programs in the field of tourism and hospitality, BCA College’s Hospitality and Tourism Management Department combines comprehensive academic education and practical training and works with a strong international network of partners to equip the next generation of industry professionals with the skills, tools, and knowledge they will need…

Toward a New Cycle of Business-State Relations
By Dimitrios Panozachos, CEO, Orthologismos | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Tax Talk

From digital transformation to brain drain, key areas present room for improvement as we strive for enhanced collaboration between Greek businesses and the state on the road to a stronger economy. Two factors have marked the Greek economy in recent years: the country’s drive for digital transformation and the large scale exodus of skilled young…

Global Trends in Taxation
By Effie Adamidou, Partner, Head of Tax and Legal, KPMG in Greece | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Tax Talk

As global taxation is undergoing rapid transformation, a handful of key trends are defining the emerging tax landscape. Geopolitical events, climate change, the evolution of business models, and social trends drive the tax policy decisions of governments and the business strategies of global organizations. Let us go through some of the most significant trends in…