In a panel discussion focusing on mergers and acquisitions, a central theme emerges: every publisher that wants to expand and grow its brand should take a look in the mirror and ask this basic question, “are you really equipped to do it alone for the curvy road ahead?”

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Since 2008, Greece has been mired in an economic meltdown of a depth not seen since World War II. Who would think that such an environment would be ideal to launch a print-centric newspaper in the market? That is exactly what Publisher John Filippakis did with the conservative-leaning Dimokratia daily newspaper in 2010.

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“We operate in a linear industry that is operating in exponential times. This is the new reality and we have to rethink the value proposition of our industry.” That is how Earl Wilkinson, Executive Director and CEO of INMA (International Newsmedia Marketing Association), characterises the change and challenges facing newspapers as they transform their businesses during a session dedicated to leadership:

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When the New York Times launched its paid digital subscription plan nearly 18 months ago, there was a lot of skepticism. Some 500,000 digital-only subscribers later, those  skeptics are now heralding the plan as a success.

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