Yianna Hormova, Deputy Governor of the Greek Public Employment Service (DYPA), talks to Dr. Venetia Koussia, Chair of the AmCham Greece Employment Committee, about her work at DYPA, the agency’s goals and initiatives, and the significance of the MoU between DYPA and AmCham Greece. Tell us a little about your role as DYPA’s Deputy Governor…
Higher education in Greece is on the brink of a transformative era. Recently passed legislation introduced sweeping reforms that now allow private foreign universities to open branches within the country, signaling the end of the state monopoly on university education. This landmark change has the potential to reshape the country’s educational landscape, bringing with it…
On the occasion of her visit to Greece in June 2024, Reta Jo Lewis, President and Chair of the Board of Directors of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), spoke to Business Partners magazine about EXIM’s strategic initiatives, the opportunities these hold for Greek businesses, and the significance of partnering with organizations such…
In October 2023, Panos Pitsillides took over as President and Managing Director at Johnson & Johnson MedTech Greece and Cyprus, stepping up to lead one of the country’s key players in medical devices and innovative healthcare. Since February 2024, he has also served as Vice Chair of the Chamber’s Medical Devices and Diagnostics (MD&D) Committee,…
Earlier this summer, I wrote about the electoral processes then underway in Europe and in Greece, noting the prevailing uncertainty surrounding their outcomes and the broader European trajectory amid ongoing geopolitical and economic developments worldwide. Recent events across the Atlantic further highlight this uncertainty and how quickly things can change, be it by chance or…
In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and global interconnectivity, the synergy between the rule of law, sustainable development, and innovation has never been more critical. It is of utmost importance that we delve into the intricate dynamics that bind these pivotal elements, in order to discover their collective impact on societal progress and…
The third and final part of an excerpt from The Nameless King: 25 Stories of Leadership from Ancient Greece by Artemios Miropoulos. The thirst for power and the display of authority might dictate one’s wishes and make him feel strong and mighty but it alienates and scares people away. They don’t speak openly about things…
In the era of sustainable development and corporate social responsibility, the role of companies in promoting ESG principles is becoming increasingly crucial. In this context, the evaluation of suppliers based on ESG criteria emerges as a significant factor shaping corporate governance. The integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into the supplier selection and…
Is the transformation of the global tax system an opportunity for Greece to modernize its taxation framework and lay the foundations for a better future? Historically tied to economic trends, taxation now intersects with social developments. The international tax system is targeting profit shifting and saw significant progress with the EU’s adoption of Pillar II…
The rapid expansion of data centers worldwide has raised significant concerns about their environmental impact. Immersion cooling might just be the solution we need. As the backbone of the digital age, data centers consume vast amounts of electricity and generate substantial heat, necessitating efficient cooling solutions. Traditional air cooling methods are energy intensive and less…