At the 11th Regional Growth Conference, which is taking 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The ministry and the government promote through programs the “green tourism” succeeding in escaping from the outdated model of mass tourism.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 tour 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
How does the Regional Growth Conference facilitate collaboration between policymakers, business leaders, academics, and local communities to address the challenges facing Greece’s regions?
## Spotlight on Regional Growth: An Interview with [Guest Name]
**[Interviewer]:** We’re here today at the 11th Regional Growth Conference, a gathering that’s become a vital platform for discussing the future of Greece’s regions. Can you tell us a bit more about the significance of this event?
**[Guest Name]:** Absolutely. The Regional Growth Conference, which started back in 2012 [[1](https://www.haee.gr/conferences-and-events/more-events/regional-growth-conference/)], has evolved into a truly important institution for Greece. It provides a space for key stakeholders – policymakers, business leaders, academics, and local communities – to come together and tackle the pressing challenges facing our regions.
**[Interviewer]:** What kind of challenges are being discussed this year?
**[Guest Name]:** This year’s conference is focusing on a wide range of critical issues, from sustainable development and innovation to infrastructure investment and social inclusion. The overarching goal is to identify practical solutions that can help unlock the potential of Greece’s regions and contribute to the country’s overall economic and social progress.
**[Interviewer]:** How has the conference evolved over the years?
**[Guest Name]:** Since its inception, the Regional Growth Conference has grown in scope and influence. What started as a relatively small gathering has now become a leading event in the field of regional development in Greece. The discussions are insightful and the networking opportunities are invaluable.
**[Interviewer]:** What are your hopes for the outcome of this year’s conference?
**[Guest Name]:** I am confident that this conference will generate tangible outcomes that will benefit Greece’s regions. I hope to see concrete proposals for new policies, projects, and collaborations that will pave the way for a more prosperous and sustainable future for all Greeks.
