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In light of FORESIGHT's justified expertise on institutional and public affairs and vast experience in the sphere of American affairs,  our firm has been called to address a range of complex communication issues impacting upon the International Propeller Club of the United States.
 
FORESIGHT will deploy a blend of reputation management, public affairs and media relations services on a pro bono basis while it will contribute in the strategic outreach of this esteemed organization
 
The International Propeller Club of the United States, Port of Piraeus was founded in 1935, as a non-profit organization to provide a forum for the exchange of views and promotion of goodwill, social, cultural and merchant marine relations between citizens of Greece and the United States as well as other countries' representatives.

RepowerGreece.com is a groundbreaking social awareness initiative that seeks to redefine the image of Greece and contributes in reclaiming the country’s role and influence on the international chessboard.
 
By underlining and exploring result-oriented perceptions as they are reflected through success stories, thoughts and opinions which stand out and inspire, the initiative endeavors to showcase a side of Greece that will effectively confront misperceptions within the international community while, at the same time, revitalizing the Greek morale.
 
RepowerGreece.com engages the country’s sectors of strategic interest, such as Education, Culture, Innovation, Agribusiness, Tourism, Energy and Shipping, in an effort to isolate and draw attention to the individuals and businesses that have espoused innovation, entrepreneurship, and a devoted work ethic.
 
While constructing a launch pad for development through a multi-layered program that blends public relations, grass rooting and public diplomacy, the initiative also creates a forum for ideas and strategies, thereby generating synergies between critically thinking individuals and dynamic institutions.
 
It is supported by esteemed partners from various fields including the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Bilateral Chambers of Commerce, Hellenic Post Bank, Attica Bank, Educational Institutions, Media from Greece and abroad as well as innovative businesses around Greece.
 
It is coordinated by the INSTITUTE FOR REGIONAL DIALOGUE AND STRATEGY with the support of FORESIGHT.

In light of FORESIGHT's justified expertise on institutional and political affairs and vast experience in the sphere of strategic issues with impact on the sociopolitical relations, our firm has been called by the leading French group to address a range of complex communication issues.
 
More specifically, FORESIGHT will deploy a blend of reputation management, public affairs and media relations services while it will provide critical intelligence on key issues and in-depth analysis of ALSTOM's micro and macro local setting in light of the company’s priorities and the opportunities emerging in Greece.

In light of FORESIGHT's justified expertise on institutional and political affairs and vast experience in the sphere of American affairs,  our firm has been called to address a range of complex communication issues impacting upon the University of Indianapolis.
 
FORESIGHT will deploy a blend of reputation management, public affairs and media relations services while it will design a multi-layer fund-raising mechanism.

In light of the guidelines dictated by the mechanism of support implemented by the EU-ECB-IMF, the new legislation regarding OSE, and the recent GAIAOSE’s Strategic Action Plan that allows the company to engage in a wide range of entrepreneurial ventures with significant impact upon the national economy, FORESIGHT developed a series of analyses and reports aiming to highlight realistic and tangible business prospects for GAIAOSE.

Having served in critical spots throughout his career at the U.S. State Department, Alec Mally joined FORESIGHT as Director for Global Economic Affairs. With his U.N., southeast European and Washington experience, Mr. Mally will enhance the ability of our team to maneuvre through complex geopolitical and international financial issues.
 
Prior to moving back to Greece, he was a career Foreign Service Officer at the U.S. State department for 27 years, with a range of assignments in Greek and Balkan affairs. He served as Consul General in Thessaloniki and Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Office in Pristina, Kosovo. Stateside, he served as Economic Counselor at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations and also as the State Department’s Senior Desk Officer for Greece.  Previously, he worked in the Political and then the Economic Sections of the U.S. Embassy in Athens from 1995-99. Mr. Mally had earlier assignments in Romania, Poland and the Philippines, focusing primarily on economic affairs.
 
Mr. Mally is a principal at the Institute for Regional Dialogue and Strategy (IPEDIS), Vice-chair of Democrats Abroad Greece and a board member of a Greek NGO overseeing de-mining work in the Balkans.

FORESIGHT in collaboration with Admore designed a comprehensive strategic communications program for OPEN HUG - "Friends of Social Paidiatric Association". Having as principal mission to capitalize upon the unique 15 years contribution of OPEN HUG to the development of actual, measurable and high-impact projects for the benefit of children who suffer and their families, our efforts concentrated upon the solidification of the existing agenda of the organizations and the exploration of new projects and synergies that could boost even further the impact of our client.
 
In a period of rising challenges in the broader environment of social responsibility with constant public scrutiny and diminishing sponsorship budgets, FORESIGHT offered insight and new techniques on how to build mutually beneficial relations with sponsors and the media.

The Center for Hellenic Studies Internship Program offers Harvard students the opportunity to spend the summer living and working in Greece. One of Harvard's most competitive and innovative summer programs, it combines daily academic and professional work with extended home-stays, weekend excursions, and cultural activities, creating a uniquely immersive experience for participants.

 The range of experiences available to a CHS intern is vast and include among other working with the curators of the National Museum of Contemporary Art , researching at GAIA centre of the Goulandris Natural History Museum, the Hellenic Center for European Studies and the Hellenic Foundation for European and Foreign Policy.

 Over the last 3 years FORESIGHT has offered a constructive and challenging professional experience to 5 Harvard students who demonstrated their talents and insight on various projects from the company’s portfolio.

The Institute for Regional Dialogue and Strategy (IPEDIS) is an independent nonprofit organization, dedicated to foster dialogue and understanding, to improve policy and decision making and to advance regional cooperation that will generate innovative, practical solutions to today's challenges.
 
The Institute uses critical insight and intelligence along with the most effective means to originate, advocate, promote, and disseminate applicable policy proposals for free and open societies, where creativity and partnership can flourish.
 
IPEDIS’ diverse group of advisors and associates includes distinguished and influential professionals with varied and extensive international experience in the fields of communications, diplomacy, foreign relations, policy making, marketing and financing.
 
IPEDIS has developed a robust network with policymakers, academics, business leaders and the public, aiming in addressing tomorrow’s challenges in a strategic and holistic way that respects all aspects and views.

FORESIGHT after a relative proposal to AmCham's BOD, managed the development of commemorative publication for the 75 years of the American Hellenic Chamber of Commerce that includes rare photographs from various historic archives and messages from distinguished figures from both Greece and the United States, including among others, Prime Minister Konstantinos Karamanlis and President William Jefferson Clinton.

FORESIGHT's selection by the leadership of HARVARD CHS in Washington represents a unique milestone in our firm's history.
 
 
 
As Harvard's communications strategist for the development of a research center in Nafplio-Greece, FORESIGHT will deploy a complete program of reputation management, public affairs και media relations aiming to establish a solid long term network of relations with institutions, potential contributors and the media. FORESIGHT will also secure the organization of a presentation event for CHS at the American Ambassador's residence.

For the second year leading institutions and organizations come together with the Ministries of Health and Education to promote the importnace of skinhealth. 
 
 
 
This year Skinhealth campaign travels to to 58 schools in nothern Greece to educate and inform on the importnace of our skin. At the same time large information and skin check centers in the centers of Athens and Thessaloniki offer to all people a chance to discover their skin and discuss with doctors.

FORESIGHT has been selected by Woodrow Wilson Center to design and organize the gala event in honor of the Ecumenical Patriarch.
 
 
 
The Woodrow Wilson Awards are among the most prestigious given throughout the world and have been given internationally to leaders, entrepreneurs, peacekeepers, and policymakers, to show gratitude for the positive impact their accomplishments have had on our global culture. 
 
 
 
The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars was established by an Act of the U.S. Congress in 1968 as a public/private partnership, to become one of the world’s preeminent policy forums.

In light of FORESIGHT's justified expertise and vast experience in the energy sector, our firm has been addresing a range of complex issues impacting ENEL's ventures in the Greek market, through a blend of reputation management at the levels of local communities as well as, of central government and regulatory authorities.
 
ENEL is a global leader in climate friendly practices and the second largest utilities provider in Europe based on its produced capacity. Its power production and suplly services reach 50 million customers in 21 countries.

In our effort to maximize the appeal to consumers and to reposition in a unique way tour client to the relevant market, we designed a multi-street-happening event at one of the most prestigeous streets of Athens that included among other an photographic exhibition of Yannis Bournias, video art from LED walls that had been spread around the street, a VIP cocktail party for media and lifestyle guests and a live concert.
 
 
 
The event also included presentations from esteem brands like Montegrappa, Land Rover and Logitech in an attempt to generate a broader interest.

Alexandros Costopoulos has been appointed official country representative in Greece of the American Citizens Abroad (ACA), a non-profit, non-partisan, non-governmental association of volunteers whose mission is to unite and support Americans living overseas.

 ACA was founded in 1978 and through its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland and its offices in Washington DC, has achieved a worldwide membership and a widespread network of country contacts.

 ACA is one of the few organizations that focuses on “American citizens in Greece”, thus reflecting an aspect of the historical and powerful relationship that exists between the two countries, which has been almost neglected throughout the years.
 
In an environment  of emerging issues and challenges ACA can truly assist the American citizens abroad and develop a role that is absent in the Greek environment ; a role which will grow beyond today’s needs and will elevate citizens services and dialogue to a new level.

This innovative program was set inder the auspice of the Ministry of Health and included among other a national road-show at schools, information and skin check centers in major cities, a national opinion poll and the development of skinhealth web portal.