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Two out of three Greeks say they spend time aimlessly on Social

According to the new edition of Focus on Tech Life of Focus Bari which has been conducted nationwide continuously since 1995:

  • All Greeks (96%) are internet users, while 79% of those aged 65-74 years surf daily, and even from their mobile phones, as…
  • Smartphone ownership has reached 95% in Greece
  • The use of social networks is the number one reason to connect to the internet, while…
  • Two out of three Greeks admit to idly browsing through social media
  • Seven out of ten Greeks have made at least one online purchase in the last six months, and the trend for online shopping is on the rise.
  • Finally, more than one in two Greeks consider AI to be a development in the advancement of technology, but…
  • Seven in ten are concerned about the possibility of AI getting “out of control”

See the whole new FOTL Tips issue here

Xenia Kourtoglou a Guest Keynote Speaker at the EIEP Conference in Irakleion, Crete

As part of its nationwide activities, the Hellenic Institute of Customer Service organized a seminar in Iraklion, Crete, with the aim of promoting the importance of Customer Experience for businesses. Xenia Kourtoglou spoke about the Power of Customer Experience, which is a central mission for every organization, presenting data from the Greek market and society that familiarize businesses with modern consumer demands, mindset, habits, and expectations. In her speech, Ms. Kourtoglou emphasized the increasingly close relationship between consumers and technology, and presented strategies that help all organizations develop a CX culture as well as practical steps for the continuous improvement of the customer experience they offer.

See the whole presentation of Mrs. Kourtoglou here

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One in three Greeks bet while a sporting event is in progress!

Teams, fans and betting were the focus of Focus Bari’s latest Nationwide Survey, which-among other things-showed that:

  • Two out of five Greek fans (42%) believe that betting companies should sponsor sports and teams, while…
  • More than one in three (35%) expect their team sponsors to provide them with special privileges and offers
  • Seven in ten Greeks admit that betting on sports is addictive, but…
  • One in three like to bet as a game is in progress, while…
  • There is a clear link between betting and watching sporting events, meaning that when you bet on an event, you are likely to watch it in progress!

See the whole survey presentation here

Xenia Kourtoglou of Focus Bari at the 2nd Effective Dialogue Conference by Sympraxis

With great success, the 2nd Effective Dialogue Conference organized by Sympraxis was held at the Serapeion of the Municipality of Athens. The purpose of the Effective Dialogue is to surpass the boundaries of conventional public discourse and advocate for effective communication amidst increasing misinformation, polarization, and climate collapse. Against the backdrop of a world urgently in need of sustainable solutions, the conference aims to redefine the parameters of dialogue, gathering a wide range of participants from various sectors of society to ultimately redefine our path towards a sustainable and responsible future.

As a guest speaker on the panel “Beliefs, Standards, Stereotypes,” Xenia Kourtoglou participated alongside leading figures in communication, arts, coaching, and corporate vision. Leveraging her expertise as a social researcher with extensive experience in Mental Resilience, she emphasized the need for citizens and organizations to cultivate and develop significant “human qualities,” soft skills, and self-leadership to successfully navigate the continuous changes in personal and professional life.

This marked her impactful contribution at the conference, highlighting crucial aspects necessary for societal progress and resilience in the face of modern challenges.

Xenia Kourtoglou a Guest Keynote Speaker at the EIEP Conference in Trikala

As part of its nationwide activities, the Hellenic Institute of Customer Service organized a seminar at the Noisis Cultural Center in Salonica on May 21, 2024, with the aim of promoting the importance of Customer Experience for businesses. Xenia Kourtoglou spoke about the Power of Customer Experience, which is a central mission for every organization, presenting data from the Greek market and society that familiarize businesses with modern consumer demands, mindset, habits, and expectations. In her speech, Ms. Kourtoglou emphasized the increasingly close relationship between consumers and technology, and presented strategies that help all organizations develop a CX culture as well as practical steps for the continuous improvement of the customer experience they offer.

See the whole presentation of Mrs. Kourtoglou here

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Xenia Kourtoglou of Focus Bari as Inspirational Speaker at the 1st Conference & Exhibition of Building Materials Stores

The 1st Conference & Exhibition of Building Materials Stores, organized by “Mastoremata” magazine of Karidakis Company, took place at the Technopolis of the Municipality of Athens. Xenia Kourtoglou was invited as an “inspirational” speaker, presenting “Insights into Contemporary Greek Society” to help businesses comprehensively understand their potential consumers, fostering empathy and a holistic view of whom they are targeting with their products and services. During her speech, the presenter explored various aspects of daily life, mindset, habits, and challenges faced by Greek citizens today, providing valuable insights into consumption habits, expectations from the organizations they deal with, household and family matters, while highlighting the generational gap evident in today’s society and workplaces. The audience was enthusiastic about Ms. Kourtoglou’s speech, finding it exceptionally interesting, useful, and valuable in guiding strategies that help businesses successfully navigate the continuous changes brought about by modern global and local developments.

See Xenia Kourtoglou’s presentation here

Focus Bari at the Premier E-commerce Summit by Boussias Comms at Costa Navarino

With immense success and interest from the entire e-commerce market, attendees from all over Greece gathered to meet and listen to industry leaders at the e-commerce summit organized by Boussias Communications at Costa Navarino. Xenia Kourtoglou was an invited Keynote Speaker with her presentation titled “Discovering the e-shopper,” where she detailed how Greek consumers shop, alternating their interaction with retail both online and offline simultaneously. She concluded that “there is no e-shopper, there is only the shopper,” emphasizing the huge need and expectation from the public for retail businesses to serve them concurrently and simultaneously through both “channels” without distinction. Through a wealth of research data, she substantiated her position, concluding with valuable tips to help retail businesses adopt strategies that improve the customer experience they offer and, consequently, their sales growth. Subsequently, Xenia Kourtoglou moderated a panel with leading representatives of e-commerce in Greece, including experts from major local and international organizations active in e-commerce, such as Plaisio, Spitishop, L’Oreal, and Mastercard

See Xenia Kourtoglou’s presentation here

Xenia Kourtoglou Speaker on AI / Chat GPT at TechExperience Fest in Patras

With great success and the presence of the Minister of Digital Governance, the two-day Tech Experience Festival in Patras concluded. Leading speakers and scientists presented their views on Digital Transformation, technological evolution, and the necessity for public awareness and familiarization. Xenia Kourtoglou from Focus Bari presented the current relationship of Greeks with technology and expectations regarding Artificial Intelligence, as well as the use, relationship, and opinions about Chat GPT.

Find Xenia Kourtoglou’s presentation here


CEO Breakfast EIEP at Sofitel hosted by Xenia Kourtoglou

With a large turnout at the Sofitel Hotel, the Hellenic Institute of Customer Service organized the CEO Breakfast with keynote speaker Xenia Kourtoglou of Focus Bari. The speaker presented revealing research findings with real customer experience stories, emphasizing that “Our customers are our mirrors” is the title of my talk today at the CEO Breakfast at EIEP. She highlighted that making customer experience the central mission of every business guides proper strategies, decisions, processes, and most importantly, inspires and unites teams of associates. Because we are here to leave an imprint as organizations, making the world and our customer’s life better! And the company’s profits are the result, not the goal!” Xenia Kourtoglou comprehensively demonstrated how customer experience can lead every business to absolute prosperity and financial strength, and how every organization can meet all customer needs on a practical, social, and human level while maintaining high employee engagement.

See Xenia Kourtoglou’s presentation here.

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