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Finding Connection and Creativity in Greece<\/strong>
This summer, I had the chance to step out of my comfort zone and into the heart of Athens for a study abroad program that was unlike anything I\u2019ve ever experienced. Our team partnered with Mirza Made It, a small sustainable fashion brand creating one-of-a-kind bags and accessories from upcycled leather and canvas. From the first meeting, it was clear that Mirza wasn\u2019t just running a business\u2014he was sharing his story through every piece he made. We explored the markets, researched retail spaces, and dug into Greece\u2019s growing sustainable fashion scene, all while soaking in the history, energy, and culture around us. Each day felt like a balance of professional challenge and personal discovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Lessons I\u2019ll Carry Forward<\/strong>
What struck me most about working in Greece was how much business revolves around relationships and trust. Things didn\u2019t move at the fast, transactional pace I was used to\u2014it was about taking the time to connect, to listen, and to understand someone\u2019s vision before jumping into solutions. Our team adapted, slowing down our approach, building on Mirza\u2019s ideas, and shaping recommendations that felt true to his values. By the end of the trip, I realized this project wasn\u2019t just about helping a business\u2014it was about learning how to work across cultures, finding the human side of entrepreneurship, and seeing how creativity can bridge any gap. This experience gave me more than skills; it gave me perspective, gratitude, and memories I\u2019ll carry for a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Macie, SPC Greece Business Study Abroad Program, July 2025<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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