Dr. Antonios Michail is an experienced executive and strategic consultant with over 20 years of international experience in marketing, business development, and strategic planning. He is the Founder and COO of easyStudies.io and the Founder of Think Growth Consulting, delivering specialized services in growth strategy, digital marketing, and innovative business practices. He holds a PhD in Business and Competitive Strategies from the University of Central Lancashire, an MA in International Business, and a BSc in Economics from the University of Athens and is a Certified Chartered Marketer (MCIM). He has extensive C-level experience in international organizations and has led major projects in areas such as AI, digital marketing, CRM, and go-to-market strategies. He is also an Expert Trainer at PwC Academy, with over 10,000 hours of training delivery, and has taught in higher education institutions abroad. He is the author of books on digital marketing and GDPR, while his research and publications have appeared in international academic journals. He teaches the courses of Research Skills and Visitor Economy.

Apostolos Pappas was honored with the Derby University/Mediterranean College Award for Recognition and Excellence in Academic Staff for 2023. He has been teaching at the graduate level since 1994 (Hellenic Management Association/EEDE, Hellenic Operations Research Society, NTUA student groups). He joined Mediterranean College in 2019. His academic responsibilities include teaching Operations Management, Supply Chain & Logistics Management, Applied Operations Management, and Business Consultancy, as well as supervising theses. He has participated as a project manager in large-scale projects such as: • operational testing of the new systems at Athens International Airport, the successful launch of operations, and the airport’s relocation • the development of infrastructure for Hellenic Shipyards on behalf of Thyssenkrupp for the construction of submarines for the Hellenic Navy • the design of logistics systems and the supervision of the construction of the Delhaize Group/AB Vasilopoulos storage and distribution center in Mandra, Attica

Dr. Christoforos Kalloniatis is an economist and researcher at Mediterranean College, specializing in Defence Economics, Environmental Economics, and European Economic Governance. He holds a PhD in Environmental Sciences with a focus on the Economics of the Environment from the University of the Aegean, an MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology, and an MSc in Environmental Policy and Management from the University of the Aegean, where he graduated first in his cohort. A Lieutenant Colonel in the Financial Corps of the Hellenic Army, Dr. Kalloniatis has accumulated over two decades of senior leadership experience in public financial management, defence procurement, and strategic planning, currently serving as Staff Officer at the Hellenic Army General Staff. He has taught at the University of the Aegean, the University of Thessaly, and the Hellenic National Defence College, and has lectured at international forums under the Jean Monnet Network. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes, with contributions to Routledge's The Economics of the Global Defence Industry. His research interests include defence industry economics, EU fiscal policy, environmental taxation, and supply chain management.

Dimitris Vrachoritis is a risk management professional and educator at Mediterranean College, specialising in Enterprise Risk Management, Financial Regulation, and Insurance. He holds an International MBA with specialisation in Financial Engineering from the Athens University of Economics and Business and a BSc in Statistics and Actuarial Sciences from the University of Piraeus. He is currently completing a PhD at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, researching ESG and the risk/return performance of traditional and alternative asset classes. A Professional Risk Manager (PRM, PRMIA), he has built his career across three major institutions in the financial services sector: PricewaterhouseCoopers, where he worked as an Associate External Auditor; Interamerican S.A. (ACHMEA Group), where he served as Senior Internal Auditor; and European Reliance General Insurance, where he has held the position of Head of Risk Management Function since 2011. In this role, he has led the company's Solvency II implementation across all three pillars, overseen enterprise risk framework development, and contributed to major regulatory and business transformation programmes. His research interests include ESG integration into risk management and the performance dynamics of alternative asset classes.

Dr. Evangelia Markaki holds a Ph.D. and a postdoctoral degree in Applied Statistics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and serves as Scientific Director of the consulting firm Excellentia International. Since 2009, she has been teaching in higher education, in both the public and private institutions, in Greece and abroad such as at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, the Greek Open University, the Karlsruhe University in Germany and others. From 2016 to 2020, she was a member of the Executive Committee of the Institute of Human Resource Management (EIMAD) of the Hellenic Management Association (EEDE). She has over 30 academic publications, contributions to with book chapters, 2 monographs, and dozens of conference presentations. With more than 15 years of experience in the field of Human Resource Management and Communication, she has worked at the National Insurance Company, Greek Radio and Television (ERT), the regional station Blue Sky, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games for the Athens Olympic Broadcasting Organization (AOB), in consulting companies such as Kienbaum, and VPRC. She has been nominated twice for the Greek International Women’s Award in the Business category. She is a member of European and international associations for research, human resources management, and data analysis. She speaks four foreign languages.

Dr. Vassilis Koniaris (Ph.D. in European Studies, 2017, University of Macedonia) is the Academic Director of the School of Economics and Management at Mediterranean College in Thessaloniki. He has worked as a senior researcher in the Department of International and European Studies at the University of Macedonia and as a European Programs Manager at the Center for International and European Economic Law in Thessaloniki. He has extensive research experience in labor relations and transnational labor networks in the EU. He has also worked as a project manager and trainer for various European and national projects related to entrepreneurship, the protection of fundamental rights, work-based learning for university students, and European integration. He is the author of publications (monographs and academic articles) on labor law, medical law, and the transposition of the EWC Directive into Greek national law. His research interests lie in the areas of teleworking, the gig economy, new forms of employment, and the integration of NEETs into the labor market.

Dr. Virginia Tsoukatou graduated with honors from the Department of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Peloponnese in 2013, having been a recipient of a Greek State Scholarship (IKY) for three consecutive years (an award and merit scholarship granted to students with the highest-grade point average each year). After graduating from the department, she continued her studies at the University of Cambridge, where she earned an MPhil in Management. The following year, 2014–2015, she studied at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), from which she graduated with an MSc in European Political Economy. In 2023, Dr. Tsoukatou received her PhD in Labor Economics as a fellow of the State Scholarship Foundation (IKY). Today, she is an accredited lecturer at the University of Derby, teaching courses related to economics.

Ms Eleni Kolliga is a PhD candidate at the International Hellenic University, in the Department of Organization, Management, Marketing and Tourism. She holds an MSc in e-Business and Digital Marketing from the International Hellenic University (2016) and a bachelor’s degree in business administration (BA) from the University of Macedonia (2014). She has been working as a Lecturer at Mediterranean College since 2018, teaching across Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs in the Schools of Business Studies and Tourism and Hospitality. Her academic responsibilities include delivering modules such as Marketing Fundamentals, Digital and social media, Marketing Across Cultures, Marketing Metrics, Consumer Behaviour and Integrated Business Management, as well as supervising undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations. Ms Kolliga is also the Founder of Growthtale, a digital marketing agency, and works as an online instructor at Skillbox, a Greek e-learning platform. In recent years, she has developed digital marketing strategies for businesses across various industries, including fashion, tourism, technology, and startups, both in Greece and internationally. She actively participates in conferences and professional training sessions as a speaker.

Dr. Elli Papavasileiou is a distinguished professor and researcher at Mediterranean College, specializing in Economics and Finance. With a Ph.D. in Finance from the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) in 2024, she brings a strong academic background to her teaching. Her experience spans undergraduate and graduate courses, including Financial Resource Management, Finance and Business Performance, and Market Failure Analysis. She has extensive experience as a Teaching Assistant at AUEB, particularly in Finance using platforms such as Refinitiv Datastream and Bloomberg. Elli is also a certified educator registered with the Ministry of National Education of the Hellenic Republic, demonstrating her commitment to pedagogical excellence. Her research interests include GDP-linked bonds and green bonds.

Dr. Emmanouela Kokkinopoulou holds a Doctorate Degree from the University of Nicosia with a strong academic foundation in economics, business, and quantitative analysis. She has received formal training in econometrics, statistics, accounting, and financial analysis through her undergraduate and MBA studies. Her doctoral research includes a strong data analysis component, with a focus on empirical methods applied to consumer behavior and sustainability. She has practical experience using data analysis tools and platforms such as SPSS mixhand ERP systems (including PRIME ERP, X-LINE ERP, and KEFALAIO), as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial and economic data handling. Her research work has involved conducting systematic literature reviews, processing survey data, and analyzing quantitative results for international conference presentations and academic publications. In past roles in finance and administration (e.g., at CRYSTAL TRAVEL LTD and MANIOS AEEE), she was responsible for financial data management and accounting, requiring structured data handling, reporting, and analysis. She has also participated in training related to project management and applied educational psychology, enhancing her ability to interpret and apply complex datasets.

Dr. Fanis Aritzis is a renowned professional working at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, and Business, while also pursuing a dual Ph.D. in these fields at the European University in Paris. With a rich background spanning digital marketing, retail, and sales, he offers a unique combination of strategic thinking and practical application. Dr. Aritzis has held key leadership positions, including Head of Retail, Trade & Marketing at NOVA Telco (where he led the rebranding from WIND to NOVA), and as Senior Director of Digital, Marketing, Retail & Sales at Papastratos, Philip Morris International, where he played a pivotal role in the successful launch of IQOS in Greece. In addition to his corporate achievements, he is an Academic Professor of Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics at institutions such as EIU University in Paris and Hellenic American University, as well as a Trainer & AI Product Evaluator for leading companies such as OpenAI and Copilot.

Gerasimos Spiliotis is a graduate of the Department of European and International Studies at Panteion University and holds a Master of Arts in European Industrial Relations and Human Resources Management from Warwick Business School. He has been active in the Human Resources sector for the past 17 years. He began his career as a Human Resources Advisor at Crème de la Crème Human Resources and later joined Delta Singular as a Human Resources Account Manager, specializing in HR and Payroll software. From 2005 to 2010, he worked at KPMG in the People Services department as an E-Recruiting Coordinator, supporting online recruitment and assessment platforms (www.justjobs.gr and www.justtests.gr). During his time at KPMG, he collaborated closely with recruitment managers from leading Greek and multinational companies, gaining in-depth insight into the requirements and competencies needed for successful career development at a high professional level.

Konstantinos Mamais is a Postdoctoral Researcher and Research Associate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, focusing on "Investment Strategies and Forecasting in Decision Making." He holds a Ph.D. with honors in Financial Analysis of International Markets and Investments, an M.Sc. in Finance and Banking Management from the University of Piraeus, and a bachelor’s degree in economics. He was also a State Scholarship Foundation Fellow as a top-performing student. He is a Financial Analyst for International Markets at a major financial institution. He has published in academic journals such as Applied Economics and in the proceedings of internationally recognized conferences such as the "Annual Quant Insights Conference by CQF Institute, Fitch Learning, and Wilmott." His main areas of research include financial forecasting, investment decision-making, and the analysis of international financial markets; economic studies and analyses; portfolio analysis; sector and corporate analysis; macroeconomics, international and digital trade, and marketing and corporate strategies.

Maria Theofilopoulou has been working at Mediterranean College since 2021, teaching courses in Tourism, Hospitality, and Marketing. She strongly believes in lifelong learning and remains committed to continuous personal and professional development, aiming to inspire students to embrace learning as an ongoing process. She holds an MBA in Tourism from Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences (Finland), a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management from the Technological Educational Institute of Athens, a postgraduate diploma in Human Resource Management and Organizational Analysis from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and additional specialization in digital skills and social media from the Athens University of Economics and Business. She has extensive professional experience in hospitality, food service, and education, having worked in hotels and tourism businesses in Athens and popular destinations, as well as in managerial roles such as Operations Manager. She is also active as a marketing consultant for hospitality businesses and has teaching experience in private higher education institutions. Additionally, she volunteers as a Digital Marketing Coordinator at HUMANNERA. She has participated in industry exhibitions and conferences, including HORECA 2022.

Dr. Matina Peppa has been collaborating with Mediterranean College since 2018 as a Marketing Lecturer at the Athens Campus, teaching modules such as Digital Communication, Advertising, and International Marketing. She is also a postdoctoral researcher at Panteion University and an adjunct lecturer at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with extensive teaching experience in higher education. She holds a PhD from Panteion University, an MA in Business Communication and Digital Media from Tilburg University, and a BSc in Communication Studies. She has professional experience in companies such as COSMOTE and JTI Hellas and is a Senior Member of the Academy of World Business, Marketing and Management Development. Her research interests focus on digital media and social media, business communication, convergent media, popular culture, as well as digital marketing and social media influencers.

Dr. Nikolaos Lionis is a distinguished economist with a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Bristol. He currently works as a Senior Researcher at ENA – Institute for Alternative Policies and as an Assistant Professor at the University of Athens, a position he has held since 2003. His extensive research and teaching experience covers fields such as Game Theory, Industrial Organization, Network Economics, Competition, and Regulation. Dr. Lionιs has also held key positions, including Head of Economic Research at the Hellenic Competition Commission, as well as various research positions at renowned institutions across Europe.

Dr. Panos Katsabanis holds a PhD in Political Science from King’s College London, specializing in Political Psychology. He also holds an MSc in Cognitive and Decision Sciences from University College London (UCL), awarded with distinction, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Management, Marketing, and Communication from the Athens University of Economics and Business. He has extensive professional experience in international humanitarian and development organizations, having served as Country Representative and General Director of International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) in Greece, as well as holding positions in organizations such as Caritas Greece and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). He has also worked in Brussels in senior roles within media organizations and business groups and is co-founder of the digital media platform The European Sting. Dr. Katsabanis is highly proficient in seven languages and specializes in statistical analysis, cognitive modeling, and business management software. His research and professional interests focus on behavioral political science, communication, decision-making, and the management of humanitarian programs in international environments. He teaches Independent Project, Business Innovation & Project Design & Management.

Angelos Orfanidis holds a bachelor’s degree from the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at Democritus University of Thrace and a master’s degree in “Digital Media Communication and Journalism” (Department of Journalism and Mass Media, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki) and is currently a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Journalism and Mass Media at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He is the founder and General Manager of Advertary, a communications and public relations firm based in Thessaloniki. The firm specializes in strategic communications for political figures, organizations, and private individuals. He leads seminars and workshops focused on communication and is a lecturer at Mediterranean College in Thessaloniki. He speaks English, French, and Italian. He has worked in the private sector, both in companies and organizations, holding positions primarily focused on Public Relations and Communication. He has worked in the private sector in communications and public relations departments, as well as in marketing agencies as an account manager and project manager.

Dimitra Mari is the Marketing Programme Leader at Mediterranean College and a Ph.D. candidate at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. With extensive professional experience in the advertising/public relations/events sector, she has created and strengthened corporate and brand communication projects for clients such as L'Oréal, Novartis, Red Bull, Henkel, Pernod Ricard, OPAP, Hellenic Energy, the Hellenic Paralympic Committee, and others. She is an Academic Workshop Associate at Panteion University (2022–2024) for the Journalism Workshop VIII course: Television, Analysis, and Production of Audiovisual Content. In 2022, she received a Teaching Support Scholarship.

Demosthenes Hatzinikolaou is a doctoral candidate at Democritus University of Thrace, where he researches the fields of competitiveness, business ecosystems, and industrial policy. He also serves as a research assistant for courses and seminars coordinated by Dr. Vlados Haris in the same department and at the University of Nicosia as a non-editing teacher, while he is also a member of the faculty at Mediterranean College Thessaloniki, teaching undergraduate courses in economics and management. His expertise in business ecosystems, entrepreneurship, economic policy, and energy systems is reflected in his more than 70 published works in peer-reviewed scientific journals and conference proceedings, including the “Journal of Economic Integration,” “Territory, Politics, Governance,” and the “Journal of Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies.”

Multidisciplinary professional with a strong academic background in Political Science, Law, Economics, and International Management. Holds an MSc in International Management from King’s College London, where she researched corporate image construction and human rights within global supply chains. Experienced in legal case coordination, internal auditing in the public sector, and international affairs analysis through internships at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Demonstrated critical and analytical thinking, attention to detail, and advanced writing skills, also reflected in contributions to the University of London official student blog. Passionate about legal ethics, human rights, and animal law, actively contributing to related academic initiatives. Fluent in English (C2), proficient in digital tools such as SPSS, SAP S/4HANA, and Microsoft Office.

Spilios Temponeras is a PhD candidate and a devoted marketeer, helping brands & businesses grow in the exciting field of Digital Marketing. He is a dynamic professional passionate about innovation, data-driven insights, and strategic leadership. With over 8 years of experience in Telco, Education, and E-commerce, he is always ready for the next fascinating project. A skillful individual in Performance Marketing, Digital Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Paid Social, Google Ads, and Programmatic. Experienced in planning & executing media plans in all major digital platforms, performing focused performance optimizations against ROAS goals, and creating beautiful actionable reports. He loves to teach Digital & Performance Marketing to college students and business executives. His motto:” Lead by Doing, Teach by Living”

Zoe Kontodimou strives to positively influence the corporate sustainability landscape by participating in global initiatives that promote both an understanding of and governance regarding sustainability, and by staying informed about all developments. She is a founding member and chair of the CQI Sustainability Special Interest Group and participates in various standardization initiatives, primarily on Net Zero and Non-Financial Reporting. She works in the fields of Sustainability, Risk Management, and Quality, drawing on her experience with both large multinational corporations and domestic companies in rapidly evolving sectors. Her goal is to develop the next generation of professionals in the field of Sustainability.

Stavroula Spyropoulou was employed in Hiraclis company since 2005 to 2009, where she has been the coordinator of projects, tools and performance of the Supply Chain. Her main responsibilities included project management in the Logistics Department, mathematical programming tools managing to optimise the total cost of the supply chain, as well as the establishment and monitoring of the key performance indicators (KPI'S) of the department. Previously, she worked at the Deutsche Bank in Germany, and as a consultant at PWC in Switzerland and Greece. She graduated with honors from Business Administration of the University of Piraeus and she holds an Executive MBA from the Athens University of Economics & Business. Teaches: Logistics

Artemis Stratopoulou is currently a PhD Candidate in Economics at Athens University of Economics and Business. Prior to her doctoral studies, Artemis received an Msc in International Economics and Finance and a BA from the Department of International and European Economic studies at Athens University of Economics and Business. Along with her PhD studies, she is a Teaching Assistant in International Economics and Macroeconomics at the undergraduate level. Moreover, she briefly worked as a Research Assistant to the Research Funding Program ARISTEIA II-Microeconomic and Macroeconomic Determinants of Current Account Adjustment: The Case of Greece. Her main research interests lie in the areas of Empirical Macroeconomics and International Economics and Finance.

Gerasimos Simeonidis is a BSc Business Administration holder from ATEI ATHENS and an MSc Sports Management and the Business of Football from Birkbeck, University of London receiving merit with specialization in football corporate governance. Additionally, he has completed successfully numerous on-line professional and academic certificates. He is member of Hellenic Scientific Association of Sport & Recreation Management (HSASMR), responsible for sponsorship agreements. Creating ad-hoc attractive sponsorship packages for various sports organizations packages as well as conducting detailed research on Sports Sponsorships ROI is his main professionally activity. He is also an associate of Greek Men’s Professionally Volleyball League regarding its commercial development and during the past he was involved in selling media rights for sporting events worldwide.

Dr. Theofanis Dougekos is a commercial executive and educator at Mediterranean College, specializing in Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, and Business Development. He holds a PhD in Economics with a focus on Monetary Policy and Supervision in the EU from the University of Macedonia, an MSc in International Money and Banking from the University of Birmingham, and a Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing from Alba Business School. His extensive industry career spans leadership roles across FMCG, retail, and telecommunications, most notably at Vodafone Greece, where he currently serves as Head of Sales, overseeing a diverse portfolio of national sales channels and a team of senior managers. Prior to Vodafone, he held senior roles at Unilever Food Solutions and Adecco HR, building expertise in market expansion, franchise relations, P&L management, and customer development strategy. Dr. Dougekos brings to his teaching a rare combination of rigorous academic grounding and hands-on executive experience, with a track record of consistently exceeding commercial targets and developing high-performing teams across competitive markets.

Christina Tsiligkiri is general director and curator of the amateur Olympiacos, with extensive experience in sports management, marketing, public relations and organisation of major sporting events. She has a Master in Sports Management from the University of Peloponnese. Teaches: sports marketing.

Nikolaos Tsolis is a graduate from the Computing School, Greek Open University (2006). He holds an MSc in Health Management, from the Greek Open University and his thesis was on «Relating computing attitude with computing systems development: The case of the General Hospital of Athens “Georgios Gennimatas” (2013)» He is a PhD candidate in the Computing Department of University of Piraeus  researching on Digital Health. He has many years of professional experience in the area of Health, as he has taken over very important responsibilities during his career in Computing Project Management in Health. Since January 2015, he holds a position as an executive in Managing Digital Health Services, Department of Digital Health Services, Ministry of Health. Since 2011, he is also responsible for protecting personal data in Integrated Computing Systems in Health. Mr. Tsolis has also been a Consultant to the undersecretary of Minister of Health in Matters of Computing Technology, Telecommunications & Internet (June 2014-January 2015) and a co-operator of the Minister of Health in Matters of Computing Technology, Telecommunications & Internet (September 2013-June 2014). He speaks English & French. Teaches: Quality in Health.