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December 21, 2024
Game of Money Festival

Xenia Kourtoglou Reveals the Typologies of Greeks Regarding Money & Wealth

The first Game of Money Festival took place on December 21-22, 2024, at DAIS with unprecedented success and attendance. This two-day conference featured speeches from top international and local speakers, along with thematic workshops and an exhibition, covering topics such as money, wealth, entrepreneurship, leadership, personal development, modern communication, psychology, and, of course, the latest advancements in technology and artificial intelligence across various industries.

Xenia Kourtoglou presented the findings of an exclusive research study conducted specifically for GOMF. The study examined the current economic and professional status of Greeks, as well as their mindset and habits related to money, abundance, entrepreneurship, wealth, saving, and investments.

The most intriguing aspect of her presentation was the typologies of Greeks regarding wealth and money, a first-of-its-kind study in Greece. These insights revealed the underlying reasons behind Greeks’ financial choices and behaviors.

Closing her speech, Xenia Kourtoglou—an expert in Mental Resilience—invited the audience to reflect on which typology they belong to, whether they are satisfied with it, and introduced a series of self-awareness questions to help individuals reshape their beliefs about money and wealth—should they wish to do so.

See the whole Focus Bari/Game of Money Festival research presentation here.

On Thursday, November 7, 2024, The Smile of the Child’s annual event was held at Eleon Loft to celebrate 29 years since its establishment. 

The event had a warm and exciting atmosphere. Focus Bari was awarded as an official sponsor of The Smile of the Child for its valuable support of the organization, including the implementation of qualitative and quantitative studies in recent years.

The founder of Focus Bari, Ms. Xenia Kourtoglou, remarked:
“I want to thank Kostas and his team for everything they do and for allowing us to contribute to this important effort. This sentiment resonates with all the sponsors of The Smile of the Child! Our entire team at Focus Bari is thankful, and we will always stand by your side with all our strength!”

he following are the key findings from this year’s qualitative and quantitative research:

• 7 out of 10 Greeks would support a business because it collaborates with The Smile of the Child.
• The reasons why companies support the organization include social contribution and corporate responsibility.
• It was emphasized that there is a need to strengthen the culture of the common good in Greek society—something requested by both the general public and the business community.
• Large organizations must act as pillars of society, providing security and support during difficult times, and not just as pillars of the business community.

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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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.

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