Kyriakos Merelis, the President of the Thessaloniki Chamber of Commerce, emphasized the importance of hard work and collaboration in tackling the concerns of local businesses during his interview on ERT3’s ‘Mera me Chroma’. Stauros Kritsianis, President of the Kalamaria Merchants Association, noted the shift of consumers toward local markets seeking quality products, while also highlighting ongoing challenges. They discussed the unique characteristics of Kalamaria’s economy and the need for local businesses to thrive against online competition.