Page 4 - ANNUAL REVIEW 2020

4 ANNUAL REVIEW 2020

Advocacy

AmCham Greece speaks for American, Greek and International companies
operating in Greece and aims to ensure a growth-orientated business and

investment climate in the country.

WORKING ON BEHALF OF OUR MEMBERS order to share ideas and strategies to tackle common
business-related concerns, some committees actively
We present clear and evidence-based representation cooperate with other AmChams in the region.
to decision makers in Greece, Brussels/EU and Wash-
ington DC on behalf of our members. Our advocacy
work clearly demonstrates the strength and depth of
the two-way US-GR trade and economic relationship TRADEUSA
that has benefited the US, the EU and Greece.
The International Trade Department of the Ameri-
can-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce, established
in 2013, aims to inform, educate, assist and provide
HOW WE DO THIS guidance to Greek companies with their business
endeavors regarding the US market. With various
We work closely with the Government & other part- actions and initiatives, including workshops in key
ners to make this happen. regional cities in collaboration with local authori-
This effort includes: ties, organization of the annual ExportUSA Forum,
• Proposing policies to enhance Greece's global the only forum in Greece focusing solely on export-
reputation ing to the US and networking of Greek exporters
• Thought leadership on emerging opportunities with American importers, distributors and buyers
• Ensuring Government is fully informed on our through trade missions, exhibitions and B2B meet-
members' priorities ings, as well as the provision of consulting services
Our members play an active role in this work through on export issues, including regulatory compliance
our Committees. The Board of Directors oversees the with the FDA, covering the full range of needs a
Chamber’s advocacy work. Greek company may have when aiming to penetrate
the US Market.

AMCHAM COMMITTEES
OUR 2021 PRIORITIES
AmCham Greece’s Committees bring together spe-
cialists and experts from a variety of industries and • Seizing Digital Opportunity
disciplines to generate new initiatives and communi- • Diversity & Inclusion
cate the views and opinions of the entire membership • Environment
on a range of topics. Much of their activities involve • Education
commenting on and proposing changes to drafts of • Innovation & Technology
legislation prepared by the government. All commit- • Balanced Regional Development
tees aim to supply AmCham member companies with • FDIs & National Economic Growth
useful information and advice in a particular area. In • Strengthen International Collaboration