Reforming Our Way Forward
By Alexandros Costopoulos, Secretary General of the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce, Founder and CEO of Foresight | Business Partners, May-Jun, 2024

Food for Thought

Greece has come a long way over the past years. To build on this progress, we must continue pushing forward with reforms and engaging with all key issues. Structural reforms were a holy grail for Greece during the dark years of its economic crisis, with those committed to forging a better future constantly arguing for…

Embracing Globalization: The Imperative of Internationalization in Greek Higher Education
By Professor Christos Michalakelis, President, Study in Greece (SiG) | Business Partners May-Jun, 2024

Educating the Future

In an era defined by interconnectedness and rapid technological advancement, the internationalization of higher education emerges as a critical pillar for Greece’s longterm competitiveness on the global stage. The benefits of fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment extend far beyond the classroom, shaping the economic, social, and cultural landscape of our nation. One of…

Building on Communication and Intercultural Exchange
by Business Partners | May-Jun 2024

The Fulbright Alumni Corner

With over 30 years in international communications, and a focus on areas including propaganda, intercultural affairs, and strategic communication, Dr. Nancy Snow has been instrumental in advancing public diplomacy scholarship in the US and internationally. The three-time Fulbright award recipient (Germany, Japan, Greece) is currently a Fulbright Visiting Scholar at Panteion University of Social and…

Getting to Work: Driving Employment, Attracting Talent and Promoting Skills Training in Greece – Part 2 of 2
By Business Partners | May-Jun, 2024

Employing Potential

First established 70 years ago, in 1954, the Greek Public Employment Service (DYPA) is an official public authority serving as a key operational arm in the fight against unemployment, leveraging a range of policies and actions to support and strengthen the workforce and the labor market in Greece, with a multifaceted approach that is not…

Tax Going Global: A New Era in Taxation
By Panagiotis S. Daveros, Senior Director, Head of Group Tax and Customs Affairs, HelleniQ Energy Group | Business Partners, Mar-Apr, 2024

Tax & Legal

In today’s world, taxation, apart from its traditional role, is becoming an essential tool in policymaking and is being transformed into a strategic business partner worldwide. A new framework has emerged, requiring the tax function to be involved in all key operations and play a significant role in contributing to organizations’ growth, not only by…

Director’s Desk
By Elias Spirtounias, Executive Director | Business Partners Mar-Apr, 2024

First Person

As we welcome spring, unseasonably warm temperatures serve as a poignant reminder of the swift pace of climate change. With another scorching summer looming, there’s a collective hope that sufficient measures have been taken to address the impending challenges; yet, the transition towards a green future presents a complex puzzle, with economic realities lagging behind…