At the 11th Regional Growth Conference, which takes place again this year at the Conference and Cultural Center of the University of Patras, critical issues concerning the future of the region of the entire country are approached.
The Conference that was held for the first time in 2012 has evolved into an institution that tackles the important challenges faced by the Greek regions. It offers the opportunity to reflect and address issues related to Greece‘s regional policy, strengthening the regional economy, stimulating growth and employment.
The debate on upgrading the Greek tourism product in a sustainable way, which is based on the development of strategies in the hospitality industry after the end of the pandemic, was of interest. Commented on how sustainable investment can lead to sustainable regional development. Spilios Livanos, head of the Greek delegation to the CS-NATO, stated that everything around us is related to tourism.
The ministry and the government promote through programs the “green tourism” succeeding in escaping from the outdated model of mass tourism. For his part, Andreas Filias, deputy regional governor of finance in the region of Western Greece, referring to the ways that can promote sustainable tourism, emphasized the uniqueness of the Western region, which is the only one that, having used European money, created digital museums that are a great attraction for tourists as well as the digital browsing program. In similar ways aimed at digital transformation, tourism in Greece can become a model at a global level.
Coordinator
Georgios Eugenidis, TV Presenter, STAR CHANNEL, Journalist “Proto Thema”
The discussion was attended by:
Spilios Livanos, head of the Greek Delegation to the CS-NATO
Andreas Filias, Deputy Regional Governor of Finance, Western Greece Region
Alexandros Angelopoulos, CEO, Aldemar
Dr. Evangelos Bekiaris, Director of IMET/EKETA
Elsa Exarchou, Managing Director, Branding Greece
Katerina Saridaki, Director of Capsule T Accelerator
Angeliki Mitropoulou, Scientific Associate of the Institute for Alternative Policies (ENA) in the fields of tourism
#Upgrading #tourism #product #sustainable
What are the key focus areas of the 11th Regional Growth Conference?
## Focusing on the Future: An Interview about the 11th Regional Growth Conference
**Interviewer:** Welcome to the show. Today, we’re discussing the upcoming 11th Regional Growth Conference, an event that’s become a cornerstone for discussing Greece’s regional development. Joining me is Alex Reed, a speaker at this year’s conference. Alex Reed, welcome.
**Alex Reed:** Thank you for having me.
**Interviewer:** This conference has been running since 2012 and tackles some of the most pressing issues facing Greek regions. Can you shed some light on the focus of this year’s event?
**Alex Reed:** Absolutely. This year, the conference will delve into critical issues shaping the future of Greece as a whole. We’ll be exploring topics like sustainable development, innovation, and the role of technology in fostering regional growth.
**Interviewer:** The Conference is being held at the Conference and Cultural Center of the University of Patras. Why was this location chosen?
**Alex Reed:** The University of Patras is a hub for academic excellence and regional collaboration, making it the ideal setting for this important discussion. Bringing together academics, policymakers, and business leaders in this environment fosters a dynamic exchange of ideas.
**Interviewer:** For those who can’t attend in person, the conference will be streamed online. Can you tell us a bit more about how people can access this?
**Alex Reed:** Yes, absolutely. The conference will be streamed live on the RGC website, as well as their Facebook and YouTube pages [[1](https://elard.eu/events/2518/)]. This ensures wider accessibility and allows people from across Greece and beyond to participate in the conversation.
**Interviewer:** This conference sounds incredibly valuable. What’s your hope for the outcomes of the event?
**Alex Reed:** I hope the 11th Regional Growth Conference will inspire tangible action. These discussions should lead to concrete solutions and collaborative initiatives that contribute to a more prosperous and sustainable future for all Greek regions.
