Athens Tourism & Economic Development Co | 649 followers on LinkedIn. The Athens Tourism and Economic Development Company (ATEDCo) was created in order to present Athens as a dynamic European metropolis and a competitive tourism and convention destination. Objectives Planning of actions for the support and promotion of the image of Athens as urban and congress destination via the participation in specialized exhibitions and campaigns, as well as directed communication and public relations policy. Planning strategies and supporting initiatives for prolonging the tourist period, strengthening of tourism and town's economy as well.