Back to newsHeraklion hosted the "Accelerating Crete Forum," an economic conference organized by KPMG focused on business, innovation, and strategy. At the opening, Stavros Arnaoutakis, Regional Governor of Crete, described the island as an emerging international hub for entrepreneurship and development. The forum brought together business leaders, investors, and public officials to discuss economic growth opportunities across the region. Arnaoutakis emphasized that Crete is actively positioning itself beyond tourism, attracting investment in technology, agriculture, and sustainable development. For visitors, this signals ongoing infrastructure improvements and a broader economic environment that supports quality services across the island. The event took place in Heraklion, Crete's largest city and administrative capital, located on the north coast with direct connections to major European airports.
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Crete Emerges as Regional Entrepreneurship Hub at KPMG Forum
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