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The Curse of Midas’ Touch – Part 3 of 3
By Artemios Miropoulos, Managing Director & Senior Partner Linkage Greece & Cyprus; Leadership trainer and coach, inspirational speaker and author of The Nameless King. | Business Partners, May-Jun, 2024

Reader's CornerBy admin June 25, 2024

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…

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Building Sustainable and Resilient Supply Chains: Integration of ESG Criteria in Supply Chain Management
By Michael Spanos, Founder and CEO, Global Sustain Group | Business Partners, May-Jun, 2024

Business ToolkitBy admin June 25, 2024

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…

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A Global Tax System Under Transformation
By Maria Zoupa, Partner, Head of Corporate Tax, Zepos & Yannopoulos | Business Partners, May-Jun, 2024

Tax TalkBy admin June 25, 2024

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…

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The Environmental Edge: Innovating Data Centers with Immersion Cooling
By Tasos Karaliotas, Head of Technology, Coolblock (Powered by Synapsecom) | Business Partners, May-Jun, 2024

InnovationBy admin June 25, 2024

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…

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Future-Ready Law Workplaces
By Ifigeneia Byrou, Public Relations & Digital Marketing Specialist, EKA Hellas SA | Business Partners May-Jun, 2024

The New WorkBy admin June 25, 2024

Imagine entering the offices of a law firm in Greece and you’ll probably imagine a stately space, with marble or polished wood floors, dark-colored solid wood furniture, leather chairs, and floor-to-ceiling bookcases with shelves filled with legal texts, reference books, and case law reports—a workspace that exudes authority and status. Now imagine a workplace with…

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Reforming Our Way Forward
By Alexandros Costopoulos, Secretary General of the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce, Founder and CEO of Foresight | Business Partners, May-Jun, 2024

Food for ThoughtBy admin June 25, 2024

Greece has come a long way over the past years. To build on this progress, we must continue pushing forward with reforms and engaging with all key issues. Structural reforms were a holy grail for Greece during the dark years of its economic crisis, with those committed to forging a better future constantly arguing for…

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Embracing Globalization: The Imperative of Internationalization in Greek Higher Education
By Professor Christos Michalakelis, President, Study in Greece (SiG) | Business Partners May-Jun, 2024

Educating the FutureBy admin June 25, 2024

In an era defined by interconnectedness and rapid technological advancement, the internationalization of higher education emerges as a critical pillar for Greece’s longterm competitiveness on the global stage. The benefits of fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment extend far beyond the classroom, shaping the economic, social, and cultural landscape of our nation. One of…

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Ubuntu: Accessing Knowledge from the Past to Protect Our Future
by Business Partners | May-Jun 2024

SustainabilityBy admin June 25, 2024

Professor James Ogude is a Research Fellow and the Director of the Center for Advancement Scholarship at the University of Pretoria, as well as Director of the African Observatory for Environmental Humanities and Director of the Southern African Hub of the BRIDGES Coalition, a UNESCO MOST Sustainability Science Coalition. For over three decades, he has…

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Building on Communication and Intercultural Exchange
by Business Partners | May-Jun 2024

The Fulbright Alumni CornerBy admin June 25, 2024

With over 30 years in international communications, and a focus on areas including propaganda, intercultural affairs, and strategic communication, Dr. Nancy Snow has been instrumental in advancing public diplomacy scholarship in the US and internationally. The three-time Fulbright award recipient (Germany, Japan, Greece) is currently a Fulbright Visiting Scholar at Panteion University of Social and…

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Integration for Growth
By Business Partners | May-Jun, 2024

Responsible BusinessBy admin June 25, 2024

In May 2024, AmCham Greece partnered with the US Embassy in Athens and UNHCR to host an exchange titled “Refugee Integration: How Can Refugees Help Your Business Grow?”, showcasing the untapped potential of refugee inclusion as a catalyst for business growth and societal progress. In this Q&A, Maria Clara Martin, UNHCR Representative in Greece, discusses…

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