Geoffrey R. Pyatt U.S. Ambassador to Greece
In September 2018, the United States are returning in the Thessaloniki International Fair as the honored country at the most dynamic exhibition in southeast Europe that will bring together government and business leaders, “doers”, influencers and 300.000 buyers and professionals.
Simos Anastasopoulos President, American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce
The theme of the U.S. presence will be “Harnessing the Power of Innovation and Creativity”, aiming at showcasing America’s leadership in driving ingenuity and creativity in a variety of sectors from technology to education. We are looking forward in welcoming you in Thessaloniki and in working with you in shaping new opportunities and partnerships.
I am proud that the United States will be the “Honored Country” at next year’s International Fair in Greece. This historic business and trade exhibition will showcase American technology, enterprise, and innovation on the world stage. We look very much forward to sending a high-level delegation to attend this wonderful event.
First held in 1926, the Thessaloniki International Fair is the largest commercial tradeshow in Southeast (SE) Europe and enjoys significant international appeal. It is held annually in September in Thessaloniki, which is the second largest city in Greece and a foremost administrative, cultural, and business hub of SE Europe.
TIF attracts a large number of exhibitors, visitors, professionals, and business representatives from across Greece and the neighboring countries., that represent a market of 100.000.000 consumers.
Participation in the American Pavilion ensures direct promotion of products and services to a large number of visitors — 220,000 in 2016 and 264,000 in 2017. More than 300,000 visitors and 200 professional groups from Greece and neighboring countries are projected to attend TIF 2018.
EXHIBITORS WILL:
