Ten years of the KPMG CEO Outlook research shows CEO confidence in their organization’s future, with top CEOs navigating global turbulence by betting big on AI and talent. From the race to embrace AI to ever-mounting geopolitical concerns, external challenges faced by today’s CEOs are vast and complex. At the same time, internal challenges such…
Every four years, the race to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue captures global attention. Given America’s unique global footprint, the monumental challenges we face, and the intrigue surrounding the Oval Office—cemented in our collective imagination by movies and TV series—this year’s U.S. elections have arguably been the most consequential of our times. The United States, battered by…
Distinct from tax avoidance, which concerns the reduction of tax liability through legal means, tax evasion is an illegal practice that involves deceitful actions through which taxpayers avoid paying taxes. Above certain amounts and by type of tax, tax evasion is considered a criminal offence under Greek tax law. An open secret in the business…
As global taxation is undergoing rapid transformation, a handful of key trends are defining the emerging tax landscape. Geopolitical events, climate change, the evolution of business models, and social trends drive the tax policy decisions of governments and the business strategies of global organizations. Let us go through some of the most significant trends in…
From digital transformation to brain drain, key areas present room for improvement as we strive for enhanced collaboration between Greek businesses and the state on the road to a stronger economy. Two factors have marked the Greek economy in recent years: the country’s drive for digital transformation and the large scale exodus of skilled young…
Tourism is not just a seasonal activity. It is a vibrant and evolving sector that holds the potential to drive growth throughout the year. Greece, with its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality, welcomes travelers from all over the globe. However, to fully realize the potential of our tourism sector, we must fully…
In a significant step towards enhancing STEM education and workforce development, the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce recently partnered with Purdue University for a productive meeting organized by the chamber’s Education, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (EIE) Committee. The event brought together key representatives from the tech industry, academia, and government to discuss collaborative initiatives aimed at preparing…
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…
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…
An esteemed legal practitioner with outstanding expertise in tax and business law, Ioannis Stavropoulos LL.M. is the founder and managing partner of Stavropoulos & Partners Law Office. As a tax attorney, he has represented many multinationals in tax disputes in Greek and European courts. He is regularly invited to speak at leading sectoral conferences, has…