P. Tzortzakis: “Innovation as a Driving Force for Attracting Investments” – Hellenic Development Bank

Pantelis Tzortzakis, Executive Vice President of the Hellenic Development Bank (HDB), participated in the EARN 2024 conference held in Athens on April 20–21.

The event took place concurrently with the RIPE SEE 12 meeting, celebrating the 40th anniversary of EARN (European Academic and Research Network). The conference highlighted EARN’s pivotal role in the development of networking in Europe, featuring distinguished speakers and members of the Internet Hall of Fame who contributed to the creation of the internet and its key applications, such as the World Wide Web.

During the conference, Mr. Tzortzakis joined a panel discussion where he reflected on his career, closely linked with the development of the internet in Greece, as well as his contributions to the national innovation ecosystem and its impact on the country’s economic growth.

In his speech, Mr. Tzortzakis emphasized the importance of innovation as a driving force that attracts investment, enhances international competitiveness and productivity, and facilitates knowledge and technology transfer.

Furthermore, he highlighted that innovation, as a national strategic choice, provides added and multi-level value to the domestic economy and local communities across Greece.