Hellenic Spanish Chamber of Commerce

🎄 Annual Christmas Dinner 2024 🎄 The Hellenic Spanish Chamber of Commerce joyfully celebrated its Annual Christmas Dinner last week at the stunning 10Urban Roof at the Radisson Blu Park Hotel. It was an evening filled with festive spirit, where our members and friends enjoyed a delightful Christmas menu and took part in our beloved Christmas Raffle, winning an array of fantastic gifts. We warmly welcomed the new Ambassador of Spain, Mr. Jorge Domecq, along with the new Minister Counsellor Reyes Fernández and the new Counsellor Elena Pérez-Villanueva. We were also honored by the presence of Pilar Tena, Director of Instituto Cervantes, and Jorge Andreu, Head of the Economic and Commercial Office. We are deeply grateful for the continued support! ✨ We extend a heartfelt thank you to the companies that generously sponsored and donated the presents, making the event even more memorable: Rokas Renewables, Amadeus, Apivita, Hotel Vincci, Porsche, Santander Consumer Finances, Hotel Antonios, Athens Insiders, Hellenic Travel Network, Hotel Melia, Andy’s Tours, Radisson Blu Park Athens, Star Hellenic, Ecoener, Spanish Embassy, Instituto Cervantes, Vinos.gr, Degustibus, Cellier, The Writing Fields, Zara, Athens Divers, Yota Baron, Duty-Free Shops, Asociación Hispano Helena and Mayoral. ✨To our valued members—thank you for standing by us year after year. Your trust and involvement are are essential to our success. 🎉 On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Chamber, we wish you a MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025! FELIZ NAVIDAD Y PRÓSPERO AÑO NUEVO 2025 🌟 ΚΑΛΑ ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥΓΕΝΝΑ & ΕΥΤΥΧΙΣΜΕΝΟ ΤΟ ΝΕΟ ΕΤΟΣ 🌟

Ms. Angeliki Eleftheriou, Marketing Director at MOPTIL - Mobile Optical Illusions, shared her insights with ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency on her participation in the recent Hellenic Spanish Chamber of Commerce event, "The Integration and Impact of Digital Transformation on the Greek Economy." In her remarks, she emphasized the transformative impact of digital tools on the tourism and cultural sectors, highlighting how innovation can enhance visitor experiences and promote cultural heritage. ➡️ You can watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/djyZr4ep We extend our gratitude to our sponsors—Eurobank, MOPTIL - Mobile Optical Illusions, Rokas Renewables (Iberdrola Renovables), and Pescanova Hellas—for their indispensable support, as well as to ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency for their collaboration as our media partner. #DigitalTransformation #GreekEconomy #HellenicSpanishChamber #Tourism #Innovation

Mr. Dimitri Vassiliou, Head of Multinational and Insurance Companies at Eurobank, shared his insights with ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency during his participation in the Hellenic Spanish Chamber of Commerce event, "The Integration and Impact of Digital Transformation on the Greek Economy." Mr. Vasileiou highlighted the transformative potential of digitalization in Greece’s financial and insurance sectors, emphasizing its role in fostering innovation, operational efficiency, and economic growth. ➡️ You can watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/dqfSZTjv We extend our gratitude to our sponsors—Eurobank, MOPTIL - Mobile Optical Illusions, Rokas Renewables (Iberdrola Renovables), and Pescanova Hellas—for their crucial support, as well as to ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency for their collaboration as our media partner. #DigitalTransformation #GreekEconomy #HellenicSpanishChamber #FinancialServices

The President of the Hellenic-Spanish Chamber of Commerce, Michael Kokkinos recently met with His Excellency, Arturo Arciniega, the Ambassador of Peru to the Hellenic Republic, supporting the Chamber’s long standing relations with the Spanish-speaking countries of Latin America. As a bridge between the institutional frameworks of both countries, the Chamber actively supports collaborations in technology, innovation, tourism, and commerce, continuing its role as a trusted partner and connector in the region. #HellenicSpanishChamber #Peru #LatinAmerica

Ms. Fanny Skouvari-Evangelopoulou, Chief Operations and Technology Officer at Santander Consumer Finance Greece, addressed the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence in the banking sector during a panel discussion alongside the Minister of Digital Governance, Mr. Dimitris Papastergiou, at the recent Hellenic Spanish Chamber of Commerce Business Lunch on "The Integration and Impact of Digital Transformation on the Greek Economy." She emphasized both the opportunities and challenges associated with AI implementation, particularly within the context of evolving regulatory frameworks: "AI offers vast potential for innovation in banking, and our intention is to expand its application across multiple areas, from enhancing customer experience to strengthening cybersecurity. However, balancing innovation with regulatory compliance remains a challenge. Simplifying processes while ensuring our ability to drive digital transformation is essential for maintaining agility and competitiveness in an ever-evolving environment," she stated. We extend our appreciation to our sponsors—Eurobank, MOPTIL - Mobile Optical Illusions, Rokas Renewables (Iberdrola Renovables), and Pescanova Hellas—for their invaluable support, as well as to ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency for their collaboration as our media partner. #DigitalTransformation #HellenicSpanishChamber #ArtificialIntelligence #FinancialServices

The Hellenic Spanish Chamber of Commerce recently held a Business Breakfast aimed at strengthening business ties between Greece and Spain. With Deputy Minister of Development Zoe Rapti as the guest speaker, the event focused on research, innovation, and new avenues for cooperation between the two countries. Attendees included representatives of Spanish companies which operate in both markets, in sectors such as fisheries, energy, financial services, and hospitality. They engaged in a constructive dialogue with the Deputy Minister, discussing critical issues and exploring strategic opportunities. The Deputy Minister presented key policies within her portfolio, covering areas such as the new tax legislation designed to support innovation, Greece's unique advantages for international collaboration, and initiatives that bring research closer to market needs. Additionally, significant emphasis was placed on expanding cooperation in sustainable development, enhancing the value of cross-border partnerships. As part of the event and to strengthen ties between Greece and Spain, groundwork was laid for designing a joint action platform centered on key economic sectors, with a particular focus on research and innovation. This platform will harness the potential for collaboration between Spanish and Greek research centers and universities, promoting the results in the market to create new innovative products and strengthen a robust network for shared progress. At the Hellenic-Spanish Chamber of Commerce, we remain committed to building pathways for business and innovation, creating a long-term environment that will strengthen the economic and business ties between the two countries. We extend our appreciation to the Deputy Minister, and our members for their participation in this event, also Radisson Blu Park Hotel Athens for their hospitality. #GreekEconomy #HellenicSpanishChamber #Innovation

Mr. Thanasis Tsantilas, Chairman of Rokas Renewables (Iberdrola Renovables) shared valuable perspectives with ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency during his participation in the Chamber’s recent event, "The Integration and Impact of Digital Transformation on the Greek Economy."  Mr. Tsantilas provided insights into the significant impact of digital transformation on the energy sector, highlighting the potential for innovation and progress in Greece's economic landscape. ➡️ You can watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/dXc6tHpe We extend our gratitude to our sponsors—Eurobank, MOPTIL - Mobile Optical Illusions, Rokas Renewables (Iberdrola Renovables), and Pescanova Hellas—for their crucial support, as well as to ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency for their collaboration as our media partner. #DigitalTransformation #GreekEconomy #HellenicSpanishChamber #EnergySector

Michael Kokkinos, President of the Hellenic Spanish Chamber of Commerce, shared insights with ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency on his participation in the Chamber’s recent event, "The Integration and Impact of Digital Transformation on the Greek Economy." He underscored the critical role of digital innovation in shaping Greece’s economic landscape across key sectors and emphasized the importance of fostering Greek-Spanish cooperation in this transformative journey. ➡️ You can watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/deNq_TKW We extend our appreciation to our sponsors—Eurobank, MOPTIL - Mobile Optical Illusions, Rokas Renewables (Iberdrola Renovables), and Pescanova Hellas—for their indispensable support, as well as to ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency for their collaboration as our media partner for this event. #DigitalTransformation #GreekEconomy #HellenicSpanishChamber

Watch the statement of Minister of Digital Governance, Mr. Dimitris Papastergiou, to ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency, reflecting on his participation in the Hellenic-Spanish Chamber of Commerce Business Lunch themed "The Integration and Impact of Digital Transformation on the Greek Economy" where Mr. Papastergiou highlighted key advancements in digital governance and underscored the significant opportunities for bilateral cooperation in digital transformation, across key sectors. ➡️ You can watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/d3h_QRv2 We extend our appreciation to our event's sponsors—Eurobank, MOPTIL - Mobile Optical Illusions, Rokas Renewables (Iberdrola Renovables), and Pescanova Hellas—for their essential support, as well as to ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ / Athens Macedonian News Agency for their collaboration as our event's media partner. #DigitalTransformation #GreekEconomy #HellenicSpanishChamber