Hellenic News of America

Press Release 

May 11, 2012

The President of the Hellenic American National Council Mr. Paul Kotrotsios hosted a teleconference on Thursday May 10th in which Council members discussed the upcoming national agenda prior to the PanMacedonian convention that will be hosted in Philadelphia on May 26-27, 2012. Mr. Kotrotsios also invited everyone to participate in the PSEKA convention in Washington on June 6-8, 2012. "We are moving ahead," Kotrotsios said while added that the PanMacedonian convention will be a great chance for all the members to get together and know each other better as well as be briefed about our national issues. Mr. Kotrotsios also thanked everyone who participated, sponsored or supported the Greek Relief program that came to life from the Hellenic Doctors Association as well as the Hellenic Relief Fund.HANC's president also welcomed the Cephalonian Federation "Oddyseas" which was added to HANC's team on April 10 in Atlantic City. Mr. Kotrotsios also spoke about the special relationship that was created between the Greek American community and the Olympic gold medalist Pyrros Dymas who travelled to the United States two months ago under the auspices of the PanHeperotic Federation in order to support his school back in his hometown of Hemara and also united all the people of Epirus. Dimas received an award by the Hermes Expo International in late April. Mr. Kotrotsios also mentioned that Federations and Presidents should all work together for better results and that HANC should work along with all Greek American Institutions and organizations such as the American Hellenic Institute in Washington, DC. "Everyone is much needed," Kotrotsios said. HANC's president also discussed the issue of celebrating the Council's 20th birthday in Washington, DC and asked all the members individually and the Federations to support the project financially in relation to HANC's convention.

By Michail Vafeiadis



PENNSAUKEN, NJ- In the new Law Offices of George G. Horiates, Esq., a meeting was held June 23 to discuss the future cooperation of AHEPA District 5, the Hellenic News of America and Hermes Expo International.

In his opening remarks, Mr. Paul Kotrotsios, Founder and President of the Hermes Expo International and Publisher of HNA, stressed the necessity for further synergy and joint action among the Hellenes across the nation to efficiently cope with the challenges they face nowadays both here and the motherland as well.

Dear Paul,

On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Hellenic News of America, I would like to congratulate you and your distinguished team for this great success of the newspaper, and to wish you and your family health and vitality to continue on this road of success for the next 25 years and beyond. The Hellenic Diaspora in America and globally should be proud to have people like you in its ranks.

The service which you have provided to Greek American Community over the years is invaluable indeed and should be recognized by the Hellenic State for what it is, a national service to the ideal of the preservation of the perennial values of Hellenism in America. The bilingual format of the paper is a distinct characteristic that should be retained and encouraged for it keeps the Greek Community, especially the younger generations, connected with their roots.

With best wishes for this joyous occasion.

Yours truely,

Christos C. Evangeliou

Professor of Hellenic Philosophy

Honorary President of IAGP

The Council of Greeks abroad and the Greek-American vote once again on the discussion table

By Dimitri G. Soultogiannis

Special to the Hellenic News of America

New York, NY

The Greek government’s policy on Greeks Abroad was one of the main issues discussed by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Konstantinos Tsiaras during his visit in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston and New York. In the last three Mr. Tsiaras accompanied the Greek Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Dimitri Avramopoulos.

During a Press Conference at the Greek consulate in New York, Mr. Tsiaras expressed how important it is to build a bridge of constant communication between Greek Abroad and Greece as well as rebuild the relationship between the Greek state and the various Greek-American organizations.

Viewpoint: 25^th Anniversary of the Hellenic News of America

By Catherine Tsounis

            Our main goal is to attract 2^nd and 3^rd generations of Greek Americans,” said Paul Kotrotsios, Hellenic News of America publisher and Hermes Expo International. He accomplished is goal at the Oct. 14^th Twenty-fifth Anniversary Celebration of the Hellenic News of America (HNA) newspaper. The event was held at the Concordville Inn-Best Western Hotel & Conference Center in Concordville, Pennsylvania. A packed audience attended from states on the northeastern seaboard. I mingled with families whose grandparents and parents immigrated to America 100 years ago. Mr. Kotrotsios and his team of workers are exciting an interest in mainstream America.

PRESS RELEASE 

November 2012

Successful meeting between the Hellenic American National Council & PanArcadian Federation of America

A very extended presentation on Hermes Expo International was given on Saturday November 17th by its President and founder Mr. Paul Kotrotsios to the President and members of the PanArcadian federation of America in Astoria. The President of the Federation Mr. George Reveliotis as well as third Vice President Mr. John Vemis were amongst others who discussed with Mr. Kotrotsios the potential of the PanArcadian Federation of America, which is based out of Chicago, IL to participate in this year's Hermes Expo on April 13-14, 2013 in Atlantic City, NJ. 

Kotrotsios spoke about the Hermes Expo identity as the gateway to creating new business relationships and how important this is especially now that Greece is going through tough financial times. "Our goal is to bring the Greek-American community closer and to help all those Greeks who want to introduce their products and services to the the American market," he said.

"At Hermes we are working around the clock, 365 days a year, not only during the three days of the Expo," Kotrotsios said. He also invited the PanArcadian society to have its own booth at the expo. Kotrotsios also explained the benefits of the B2B meetings and how much they have helped new business relationships and businessmen network with each other. 

For Kotrotsios the goal is to bring many Federations and business people together, to keep the seminars and presentations by Greek lawyers and doctors and of course to invite and expand the participation of the youth. The Hermes Young Professionals Initiative and Business Seminars have been a great success so far. 

HANC CELEBRATES GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY

The Hellenic American National Council (HANC) joins all the other Greek organizations in the United States and the Greek Diaspora in the Celebration of the 192nd Greek Independence Day.

The Greek struggle for independence against the Ottoman yoke was long, painful and destructive. A tremendous price was paid in human loss and material destruction. Most of the liberated area was living in misery, poverty and pain. All the ravages of war, however, did not stop the creativity, industriousness and ingenuity of the Greek people. Despite the many adversities they soon moved to a higher level in the political and economic ladder. In a few decades not only they surpassed in economic and other standards their former masters, but were also able to use their newfound power to expand their territory, first through the annexation of Thessaly (1881) and then through the victorious Balkan Wars of 1912-13.

Panagiotopoulos Bricks and Roof Tiles Factory S.A will be participating at the 22nd Hermes Expo

PRESS RELEASE

The industry ''Panagiotopoulos Bricks and Roof Tiles Factory S.A'', producing the finest quality roof tiles, will take part in the exposition HERMES EXPO in Atlantic City, New Jersey U.S.A on April 13, 2013. It's an initiative grasped after a personal invitation from Mr. Paul Kotrotsios, organizer of the exposition and omogenia (community). Mr. Kotrotsios is making a major effort to broaden Hellenic-American friendship and promote Greek products in the United States.

''Panagiotopoulos S.A'' provides the Greek market with exceptional quality products with cost-effective prices for many years. The manufacturer aids citizens in building strong and effective constructions in an elegant, economic and eco-friendly way. ''Panagiotopoulos S.A'' is introducing its products to the United States in 2013. Products are produced in the Municipality of Ilia, Peloponnese, Greece. We plan to build long term customer relationships with the United States.

Thousands of Greeks have left their homeland. Immigrants from the region of Ilia are excelling in business. Many have achieved success as famous entrepreneurs. They are benefactors of their communities, upholding the values of law-abiding citizens. Persons left Greece looking for a better life. They continue to help their families and Greece. Patriotism is the mark of the Peloponnesian immigrant of the Municipality of Ilia.

Panagiotopoulos industry will have an outstanding exhibition booth in the 22nd Hermes Expo International. Find inspiration in ''Panagiotopoulos S.A'' products. Local industries from the region of Ilia and Ancient Olympia will present their goods in the exhibit.. Visitors will have the opportunity to taste the unique, excellent quality of local agricultural products.

''Panagiotopoulos S.A'' President Kostas Panagiotopoulos believes “Greece along with the United States can face major economic problems and the 2013 economic conflict decisively. We fought together in the First and Second World Wars. We were winners. We will win in 2013. The United States and Greece are united in their common goals as one global community.

Thank you,

Kostas Panagiotopoulos

President, General Manager                                                                                          

Panagiotopoulos Bricks and Roof Tiles Factory S.A

Douneika, Municipality of Ilia

Web: www.panagiotopoulos.gr

SUCCESS at The “Taste of Greece” Kick Off Event of the 22nd Hermes Expo

By Catherine Tsounis

           “Greece along with the United States can face major economic problems and the 2013 economic conflict decisively,” said Panagiotis V. Panagiotopoulos, Vice President of Panagiotopoulos Bricks and Roof Tiles Factory S.A. "We fought together in the First and Second World Wars. We were winners. We will win in 2013. The United States and Greece are united in their common goals as one global community.” These exchange of ideas were expressed at the at the “Taste of Greece” kick off social of the 22nd Hermes Expo International at the Press & Communications Office, Permanent Mission of Greece to the UN, 305 East 47th Street, 2nd Fl, New York, NY.

2013 Hermes Expo Hosted Panel On Greek Language & Culture”

By Catherine Tsounis

Important topics concerning the growth of Modern Greek language programs were debated at the Prometheus Greek Teachers Association and Federation of Hellenic-American Educators workshop on Saturday, April 13th, at the Trump Taj Mahal Hotel and Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

The decline in the enrollment of students in Greek schools in North America’s Hellenic communities were discussed. Ways to overcome this problem were presented in the workshop. It was suggested that an establishment of Hellenic Studies programs within North American universities should be established to prepare future instructors of the Greek language and culture.