A New Chapter for Greece’s Higher Education
By By David G. Horner, Ph.D., President, The American College of Greece | Business Partners, Sep-Oct, 2024

Viewpoint

Greece’s new bill on higher education has the potential to usher in a new era and bring benefits to students, institutions, and society in general. The Greek government’s recent legislation to authorize “non-state, non-profit” universities in Greece opens a new chapter and stands to positively transform and enhance cooperation and collaboration between Greece’s public and…

Charting a Course to Sustainability: How Saracakis Group Is Building a Sustainable Future on a Legacy of Trust and Innovation
By Business Partners | Sep-Oct, 2024

Responsible Business

Serious about its corporate responsibility to people and the planet, Saracakis Group of Companies is on a mission to pair its ongoing business growth and success with sustained efforts to achieve social prosperity and a sustainable future for all. A leader in the Greek market for over a century, Saracakis Group of Companies has built…

Global Tax Trends and Local Impact: The 20th Athens Tax Forum in Focus
By Alexandra Loli, PhD | Business Partners, Sep-Oct 2024

Thought Leaders

In anticipation of the 20th Athens Tax Forum, hosted by AmCham Greece this October, Business Partners magazine proudly presents a thought-provoking exploration into the dynamic intersection of global tax trends and local impacts. As economies worldwide navigate the complexities of digital transformation and economic recovery, the role of tax policies in fostering growth and innovation…

Performing Womanhood: Exploring identity and the representation of women in pop culture through the work of Cindy Sherman
By Business Partners | Sep-Oct, 2024

Art & Culture

Featuring more than 100 works, Cindy Sherman at Cycladic: Early Works, the artist Cindy’s first solo museum exhibition in Greece, reveals and deconstructs women’s roles and stereotypes, questioning how the representation of women in pop culture has evolved over time, how societal expectations have changed and been contested, and how art can shape and challenge…

Unlocking the Power of AI: 5 Best Practices for Successfully Integrating AI Into Your Business Operations
By Eve Psalti, Principal GPM, Azure AI Platform, Microsoft | Business Partners, Sep-Oct, 2024

Business Toolkit

In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, AI is no longer just a futuristic concept—it’s a powerful tool reshaping industries across the globe.   Businesses of all sizes are harnessing AI to streamline operations, enhance decisionmaking, and unlock new growth opportunities. However, successful AI integration requires careful planning, strategic alignment with your business goals, and a commitment…

Fundamentals Endure: The Power of Clear Communication
By Business Partners | Sep-Oct, 2024

Business Stories

A Business Partners Q&A with Diane Gargiulo, Founder/Principal of Gargiulo + Partners, on the occasion of her strategic communications firm’s 25th anniversary, to get some reflection and industry insights.   Congratulations on your firm’s 25th anniversary! What prompted you to start your business in strategic financial communications 25 years ago? Thank you. The founding of…

Driving Innovation in Healthcare
By Alexandra Loli, PhD | Business Partners, Jul-Aug 2024

Thought Leaders

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, innovation stands as the cornerstone of progress. Pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers are at the forefront of this transformative journey, developing groundbreaking treatments and technologies that enhance patient care and improve outcomes. However, the path to innovation is fraught with challenges, from navigating complex regulatory environments to ensuring…

Poor Things: The Costumes
By Business Partners | Jul-Aug, 2024

Art & Culture

Hosted by the Benaki Museum in Athens, an exhibition of hand-crafted costumes from Yorgos Lanthimos’s absurdist comedy Poor Things brings costume designer Holly Waddington’s unique creations to Greek audiences. From June 12 to September 29, 2024, the Benaki Museum invites visitors to experience the exceptional costumes from the multi-award-winning film Poor Things directed by Yorgos…

Cooperation Over Conflict: Fostering a more tolerant world through mutual acceptance and support
By Business Partners | Jul-Aug, 2024

Shaping Tomorrow

Fridoon Joinda is a speaker, UN award-winning filmmaker, and the founder and director of Joinda Production, a non-profit video production entity focused on questions of social justice. In May 2024, he participated in an event co-organized by AmCham Greece, the US Embassy in Athens and UNHCR that showcased the potential of refugee inclusion as a…