As we move into the summer season, we find ourselves celebrating a major milestone for our Chamber: the official opening of our new branch office in Washington DC. An important initiative, this new office fulfills our longstanding goal to establish a permanent presence in the United States, giving AmCham Greece a solid foothold in the nation’s foremost hub of policy and influence. Aimed at enhancing bilateral trade and investment between Greece and the United States at a time when relations between our two countries are stronger than ever, the new Washington branch will serve as a strategic platform, supporting AmCham Greece members and Greek businesses seeking entry into the US market, while also offering US companies a direct link to opportunities in Greece. You can read more about the initiative in this issue’s special feature on our newest branch.
Over the past two months, our Chamber has also been exceptionally active in organizing events and taking part in key meetings, not least our recent participation in the AmChams in Europe (ACE) US Delegation 2025, to Atlanta, Georgia, and Washington DC. These visits provided opportunities for valuable engagement with United States administration officials and offered fresh insight into the current state of Euro-Atlantic negotiations. It is evident that transatlantic relations remain of critical importance, not only in terms of the economic data, which continues to show robust growth, but also due to the deep-rooted alliance between our nations—an alliance based on shared democratic values and mutual interests.
In June, we are proud to host several major events: our annual Women in Business (WIB) Forum, the Corporate Governance Conference, and notably, the 2nd AmChams Regional Economic Summit (ARES). Bringing together representatives from 15 AmChams across the region, along with more than 100 business leaders and senior government officials, ARES 2025 is a testament to our Chamber’s ongoing commitment to promoting regional cooperation, investment, and strategic partnerships.
In closing, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the outgoing President and the members of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors for their outstanding collaboration and valuable contributions during this term. Their efforts have added significant value to AmCham Greece’s longstanding legacy of success. At the end of June, the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce will hold an election to elect a new President and Board, and together we will continue—with vision and determination—to address future challenges, forge new paths forward, and ensure that our institution maintains its exceptional trajectory and fulfills its important mission.
