Greece Attracts Strategic Investors

Greece Attracts Strategic Investors

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Greece is increasingly drawing the interest of global strategic investors, according to Rob Follows, founder and chairman of STS Capital Partners, a global M&A firm with over $100 billion in deals, CE Report quotes Athens-Macedonian

Follows highlighted that Greece has moved beyond the economic challenges of the past decade and is now seen as a stable, attractive destination for long-term investment. Strategic interest is concentrated in high-growth sectors such as tourism, technology, innovation, and agri-food — especially when supported by the growing international outlook of Greek businesses.

In a move that underscores this momentum, STS Capital Partners signed an exclusive representation agreement in Greece with the investment group GPA. The agreement was finalized in Athens with STS leadership and GPA executives Anastasios Spanidis, Vasilis Balanis, and Konstantinos Papazafeiropoulos. “This partnership confirms that Greece now holds a prominent place on the global investment map,” Follows stated.

He emphasized that strategic investors differ from venture capital funds — prioritizing long-term synergy and value creation over short-term gains. STS works exclusively with sellers, aiming for what Follows calls “Extraordinary Exits,” where business sales lead to sustainable growth and positive social impact.

Follows also outlined key steps for entrepreneurs considering an exit: early strategic planning, setting clear goals, assembling expert advisors, identifying aligned buyers, maintaining financial transparency, exploring all options, and focusing on legacy and future direction.

“A strategic exit is not just a financial act,” Follows concluded. “It’s the culmination of a journey and the beginning of a new chapter.”

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