Dr. Anthony Rodolakis, Executive Director of Tax and Economic Policy at Ostroff Associates, talks to Business Partners about building strong business partnerships between Greece and the United States, the importance of ethical leadership, and the promise of AmCham Greece’s new office in Washington DC. Tell us a bit about your work at the intersection…
Launched in May 2025, AmCham Greece’s new office in Washington DC affords the Chamber a permanent presence in the United States, allowing it to work on the ground, at the heart of US and global decisionmaking, to deliver value for member companies and fortify bilateral trade relations. Investor Roundtable with Minister Pierrakakis Greece is back,…
Is being polite to AI an unnecessary luxury? There are those who argue that saying “hello,” “please,” or “thank you” to an AI chatbot is a waste of time, money, and computational resources. At first glance, the logic may seem sound: If AI is a tool for speed and efficiency, why add anything extra? The…
Since stepping into his role as Governor of Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue, George Pitsilis has overseen an ambitious and radical transformation of the country’s tax and customs administration, aiming to not only overhaul processes and operations but also fundamentally change the public’s attitude toward tax compliance and the very way taxpayers interact with…
With global and national economies navigating a tumultuous environment of constant change, taxation is increasingly recognized not only as a critical pillar of fiscal stability but also as a key instrument for promoting economic growth, fairness, and transformation. Beyond its fiscal dimension, tax policy today is a powerful lever driving competitiveness, social trust, and sustainable…
Europe, today, faces major challenges. With limited competitiveness, increasing defense requirements and expenditures, and the ongoing cost of living crisis and housing shortages, the continent must find ways to boost economic growth, address fiscal deficits, and avoid austerity policies that could undermine the social cohesion and values built over decades. Yet Europe is held back…
Bullying is no longer confined to the playground. It affects classrooms, digital spaces, and even homes, shaping how students feel about themselves and their communities. Recent studies show that nearly one in three school-age children and teenagers in Greece experiences some form of bullying, yet many feel unequipped to respond or prevent it. This special…
I hope you all enjoyed a pleasant summer and are settling nicely into the rhythms of autumn. Just as school resumes every fall, so too does the Chamber, and after a relatively quiet summer period, we are back at the forefront, gearing up for a new season filled with an exciting lineup of events, activities,…
On July 1, 2025, John D. Saracakis, Executive Chairman of Saracakis Group, was elected President of the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce, assuming the new role at a pivotal time for the Chamber and Greece. In this interview to Business Partners, he shares his vision for AmCham Greece and his commitment to harnessing the spirit of…
NEW MEMBERS The American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce welcomes its newest members Berlin Packaging Greece packaging supplier berlinpackaging.eu/en-gr/ DESFA – Hellenic Gas Transmission System Operator operator of the Greek national natural gas system desfa.gr Ioannis Vassardanis & Partners Law Firm legal services ivlawfirm.gr Mantas Service import-export-trade in spare truck parts mantas-service.com Mega Insurance Agents insurance agency…