46th Cyprus Hotel Summit & Horeca Expo

21 Φεβρουαρίου 2025
The Cyprus Hotel Association, Cyprus Hotel Association

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This year’s Conference promises growth and innovation, reaffirming its place as the leading event for hoteliers and the broader hospitality industry. As the ultimate destination for industry professionals, the event will feature new elements, including an impressive exhibition area with comprehensive HORECA coverage, specialised masterclasses, and designated networking areas. Additionally, attendees can engage with exciting exhibitor activities like wine tastings and food showcases, ensuring a dynamic and interactive experience for all participants.

AWARDS

For the second year running, the 46th Hotel Summit & Exhibition will recognise key individuals and businesses in the hospitality industry for their outstanding contributions. The Awards will celebrate achievements and impactful influence on tourism, both for local and international businesses and personalities. This prestigious event is a highlight of the conference and offers an inspiring celebration of success, an opportunity not to be missed by attendees!

 

Date: Friday, 21 February 2025 | 8:30

Venue: City of Dreams Mediterranean, Limassol – Cyprus

Language: English & Greek

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Ομιλητές
CHAIRPERSON
Christos Angelides
Director General, Cyprus Hotel Association

Dr. Christos Angelides is an accomplished and proven executive in the hospitality sector, in Cyprus, with over 30 years of expertise in hotel management and strategic development. He holds a PhD in Public Administration from the University of Southern California, and his remarkable career has been defined by visionary leadership and innovation within the tourism industry. During his tenure as an Executive Board Member and Director of Sales & Marketing at H & C Hotels, he spearheaded strategies that resulted in exceptional revenue growth and occupancy rates. As President of the Cyprus Hotel Managers Association, Vice President of the Famagusta Chamber of Commerce and Industry for Tourism, and a key member of influential committees in tourism policy, Dr. Angelides has played a pivotal role in shaping the competitiveness of the sector. Since 2025, in his role as General Manager of the Cyprus Hotel Association, he aims to contribute to the industry’s transition into a new phase of growth, creativity, and worldwide impact.

Thanos Michaelides
CEO, Thanos Hotels and Resorts

Thanos Michaelides obtained a double major in Economics and Political Science from Brandeis University, USA, and an MBA from London Business School. Appointed CEO of Thanos Hotels in 1993, he is the visionary for Thanos Hotels with overall responsibility for the group. Thanos is Owner and Director of the Kult Boutique luxury fashion chain, with 6 locations in Cyprus including City of Dreams Casino, Limassol, and downtown Nicosia and Limassol. Kult is the exclusive retailer in Cyprus of several top designer brands. Thanos is President of the Cyprus Hotel Association since 2023. He was also President of the Paphos Branch of the Cyprus Hotel Association, and Member of the Board of Directors of the Pafos Innovation Institute.

Kostas Koumis
Deputy Minister of Tourism

Kostas Koumis was born in Paralimni in 1977. He graduated from Paralimni Lyceum in 1995 and then fulfilled his military service. He studied Business Administration and holds a postgraduate degree in Communication. He served as Communication Manager of the Ammochostos Chamber of Commerce, Director of the Tourist Commercial Industrial Company of Ammochostos and as manager in businesses of the private sector. He served as Vice Chairman of the Cyprus Tourism Organization from 2014 to 2018 and as Vice Chairman of the Cyprus Telecommunications Authority (CYTA) from 2019 to 2020. He also served as Chairman of the CYTA Audit Committee for the same period. He also worked as visiting professor at a University as well as at a higher education School. From 2020 to 2021, he presented the online show ‘Tourism at the Epicentre’. From July 2021, he is member of the Public Service Commission.

Nikos Hadjos
Founder & Managing Director, HOTELLECT – Consultant Greece & Cyprus, Marriott International

Nikos Hadjos is the Founder & Managing Director of HOTELLECT - a boutique advisory firm with offices in Dubai, UAE and Athens, GR offering professional services in hotel investments and asset management and is currently the official Development consultant for all of Marriott International’s 33 brands, covering the markets of Greece and Cyprus. Before joining Marriott in the headquarters for Middle East and Africa in 2013, Nikos worked for hotel investment companies in the Middle East such as Kingdom Hotel Investments and Abraaj Capital, as Vice President of Acquisitions, covering Middle East, Africa and Southwest Asia. Nikos has also held positions within the fields of consultancy with industry experts HVS in New York and operations with Marriott and Intercontinental in New York. He is also a member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) in the UK.

Phivos Stasopoulos
General Manager Wholesale Banking, Hellenic Bank

Born in 1967 in Cyprus, Phivos Stasopoulos has extensive experience in the accounting and banking industries. After graduating from the University of Manchester with a B.A. in Accounting, Finance and Econometrics, he joined KPMG in the UK, where he qualified as a Chartered Accountant. He is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). He returned to Cyprus to join Bank of Cyprus as Head of Debt Recovery. After serving in various positions, he became General Manager of Corporate Banking. He left the Bank at the end of 2013 and for a period of almost 2 years he was providing financial advice to reputable companies operating in various sectors of the economy. He joined Hellenic Bank in April 2016 where he held the position of General Manager Business & Insurance Division. Parallel to his duties, from December 2016 to April 2017 and from September 2020 to July 2021, he was officiating the duties of the CEO. Since August 2021, he held the position of Chief Banking Officer, responsible for the whole spectrum of customer related activities and products. In December 2024 and following the recent reorganization, he is now the General Manager Wholesale Banking – responsible for Business Banking i.e. Corporate and Commercial as well as Global Markets.

Stefan Baumert
Chief Commercial Officer Markets, TUI Group

Stefan Baumert brings over 25 years of experience at TUI, having held various commercial roles in strategically important areas. Mr. Baumert is the Chief Commercial Officer of the TUI Group's Markets business segment, which operates as a central function across all regions. He oversees TUI Group's global commercial function, a role that encompasses all product and sourcing activities for accommodations, flights, and ancillaries, as well as optimisation of pricing and yielding tools – A crucial part in creating even more attractive holidays with dynamic components for existing and future guests.

Marie Audren
Director General, HOTREC

Marie Audren joined HOTREC as Director General in August 2020. She has extensive experience in EU public affairs. She was Deputy Director General of spiritsEUROPE. She also worked as an adviser in the EU office of the French business federation, MEDEF. She holds a Master’s degree in “European studies” from the Louvain-la-Neuve University (UCL) and a Master’s degree in “Public Administration” from Institut d’Etudes Politiques (Rennes).

Ettore Cavallino
Senior Director Development Luxury Brands Europe & Noth Africa, Accor Luxury & Lifestyle, Italy

Ettore Cavallino is the Senior Director Development at Accor Luxury.  As a Senior Director Development, he is in charge of the development of all Accor Luxury Brands within Luxury team of Europe and North Africa (Raffles, Orient Express, Fairmont, Sofitel Legend, Sofitel, Emblems and MGallery collections) for all type of contracts (franchising and management). Previously Director Development at Accor for all Premium/Midscale/Eco brands in Italy, Greece & Malta (2017-2022). In the past he spent many years in Operations, managing Hotels in Rome, Milan, Venice and Florence. He holds a University Degree in Translator (French & English) and an International Hotel Management Program created by Accor in cooperation with ESSEC. He speaks Italian, French, English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Gabriel Pavlides
Associate, Architect, Foster + Partners UK

Gabriel Pavlides is an Associate at Foster + Partners, specializing in aviation and leisure tourism architecture across the Middle East and Asia. His work includes Airport Developments and adjacent Masterplans, mixed-use high-rise developments, and Luxury Tourism Island projects, with a focus on sustainability and cutting-edge engineering. Since joining Foster + Partners in 2018, he has contributed to projects from concept to completion, blending innovative sustainable design with context-sensitive solutions. Originally from Cyprus, Gabriel holds degrees from UCL’s Bartlett School of Architecture and Oxford Brookes University, and he previously gained experience in a number of Practices in Cyprus and the UK.

Kalia Konstantinidou
Group Executive Office, Empiria Group

Kalia Konstantinidou was born and raised in Athens and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Shipping from University of Wales, Cardiff and a Master’s Degree in PR & Communication, from European University, Switzerland. She is a passionate leader in hospitality, managing luxury boutique hotels on the Greek islands and the Peloponnese, currently holding the position of the Co-Founder and Group Executive Officer of Empiria Group. Kalia’s expertise is best showcased through the company’s multi-awarded hotels in Santorini and Paros, that operate under the emblematic brands of Marriott International, while she Co-Chairs Marriott International’s Franchise Advisory Council. She is a Board Member at Enterprise Greece, Resort & Residential Hospitality Forum and Cycladic Identity Initiative of Cycladic Museum and she seats in Marketing Greece's Strategic Committee. Throughout her extensive 25-year career in the tourism industry, she has dedicated herself to elevating Greece's hotel sector, infusing it with her wealth of expertise and unwavering dedication.

Dimitris Nicolaides
Co-CEO, Wavemaker Hospitality
Dimitris Nicolaides, born on September 26, 1967, in Athens, studied Economics at the London School of Economics and earned an MBA in Export Management and International Business from City University London. He also completed executive programs at Cornell Hotel School and Harvard Business School. In 1992, Dimitris and his brother Vasilis joined the family business, Atlantica Hotel Management, expanding it from 2 hotels to over 50 properties across Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt. Their leadership transformed the group into Wavemaker Hospitality, a dynamic house of five brands. In 2017, they received the KEBE Business Leader Award for the Tourism, Hospitality, and Leisure sector.
Kirill Anurov
Senior Director, Alvarez & Marsal UK

Kirill Anurov is a Senior Director with Alvarez & Marsal Disputes and Investigations in London. He brings over 17 years of experience in business valuation, damages assessments, forensic accounting and consulting services. Mr. Anurov’s primary area of concentration is loss quantification in the context of commercial and investment treaty arbitration cases brought before ICC, LCIA, SCC, ICSID and ad hoc tribunals. He has worked with clients across a range of industries, including banking, infrastructure, hotels and leisure, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas and telecommunications, often involving assets and businesses located in emerging markets. Most recently, Mr. Anurov provided expert evidence in an arbitration related to the issue of funding an M&A transaction and worked on an investor-state dispute over an expropriated business in the CIS region. Previously, he worked on arbitrations involving infrastructure projects in developing countries; disputes involving mining businesses; disputes in relation to loan transactions; and disputes involving international production and distribution agreements. Mr. Anurov’s commercial valuation experience includes valuing businesses for purchase price allocations; valuing convertible debt instruments; valuing share options; and valuing intellectual property and intangible assets. Prior to joining A&M, Mr. Anurov worked with Deloitte, Navigant and Globalview Advisors in London. He is a CFA Charterholder and a chartered certified accountant.

Maria Kouroupi
Director of Aviation Development, Marketing & Communication, HERMES Airports, Cyprus

Maria Kouroupi joined Hermes Airports in 2009 bringing along over 20 years of experience in the airline industry. She has held the role of Senior Manager Aviation Development, Marketing and Communication since 2013. Maria has extensive experience in aviation development as well as marketing management. She is a member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing and a holder of its Diploma. She is also a holder of two MBA degrees one from the University of Abertay Dundee in Scotland, and one from the Cyprus International Institute of Management. Whilst leading the air service development at both Larnaka and Pafos airports, Maria is also responsible for corporate communication, digital strategies, as well as media and community outreach. She is also a member of the Board of CSR Cyprus as well as the Economic committee of ACI. With a special interest in destination branding, and innovative marketing practices, she is determined to contribute to the collective efforts of transforming the tourism experience in Cyprus and creating demand to support sustainable growth of air connectivity on the island.

Marianna Papachristophorou
Partner, Head of Hospitality Portfolio, Invel Real Estate

Marianna currently oversees the operations and development of all of Invel’s hospitality investments including amongst others the Bellevue Cortina in Italy, the Landmark Nicosia, the Parklane Resort and Spa in Limassol and the Domes White Coast in Milos, Greece. Whilst in Deutsche Bank Capital Partners in London, Marianna worked on the $1 billion acquisition of leisure company, Center Parks. She also worked in the Investment Banking and Securitization teams of Deutsche Bank, the Risk Management division of J P Morgan (Euroclear) Brussels, as well as the Management Consulting team of KPMG Nicosia. In 1995 she spent a year at the Directorate-General for Economic and Financial Affairs at the European Commission in Brussels. After receiving a Fulbright Scholarship, Marianna attended Boston University where she received a BA/MA in Economics and a BA in International Relations. She subsequently received an MBA from London Business School. Marianna is currently a member of Marriott International’s Franchise Advisory Council.

Nikolaos Gkolfinopoulos
Head of Tourism, ICF Spain

Nikolaos Gkolfinopoulos is Head of Tourism at ICF in Madrid, boasts a decade of expertise in international tourism development. He champions sustainable tourism, tackling climate change, social sustainability, and crisis management. With a Master's in International Sustainable Tourism Management from Monash University and a BSc in Economic Sciences from Aristotle University, he leads ICF's tourism practice, collaborating with UN Tourism, WTTC, and the Global Travel and Tourism Resilience Council, among others. Nikolaos has driven successful initiatives worldwide, advocating for the Sustainable Development Goals. His extensive experience spans Greece, Australia, Spain, Central Asia, Europe, the US, and more making him a well-rounded thought leader in tourism sustainability.

Shaul Keinan
Managing Director, Premium Access Group

Shaul Keinan is a co-manager and partner of Premium Access, with more than 15 years of experience in the real estate and financing industry. Mr. Keinan is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the company as well as the company’s investment and transaction strategy, financials, site selection, design and conceptualization. Prior to joining Premium Access Group, Mr. Keinan held senior legal and managerial positions in leading hi-Tech, financing and real estate firms. Mr. Keinan holds a master of law (extinguished) and MBA (accounting) from Tel Aviv University and the Hebrew University, respectively.

Victoria Studer
Director Sourcing & Contracting Volume Tour Operating, Hotelplan Group

Victoria Studer found her way into the travel industry in 2011 as a travel consultant for city trips at the Swiss OTA travel.ch. She moved then to TUI Cruises as a guest advisor before returning to travel.ch as a travel consultant. Her further career stages took her to Hotelplan Suisse in 2015 as Manager Sales & Operations Beach East, Lead Product Manager Beach Shorthaul and as Head Product Management. 2021 Victoria Studer has been Director Tour Operating Hotelplan & Migros Ferien and a member of the management team of the Volume Tour Operating division. Since 1.12.2023 Victoria Studer is Director Contracting & Sourcing for Volume Tour Operating.

Samantha Mardkhah
Regional Director SW Europe, STR (Costar Group) UK

Multilingual sales and business development leader with 15 years of experience in technology companies specializing in real estate, hospitality, and travel across EMEA. Proven expertise in leadership, account management, and strategic growth within emerging and saturated markets. Currently Regional Director for Southern & Western Europe at CoStar Group, managing international teams and driving client engagement, retention, and upselling. Adept in negotiation, presentations, and leveraging analytics. Fluent in five languages, enabling effective cross-cultural collaboration. Holds a Data Analytics Certificate from Cornell University and a BA in English Literature and Culture.

Vassilis Themelidis
Regional Director South & East Europe, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

Vassilis is the Regional Director for South & East Europe with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts based out of Athens, Greece. He is responsible for driving the expansion opportunities in the region and managing the relationships in a portfolio of 83 hotels, under 9 different brands, in 17 countries. Vassilis has been active in the hospitality industry for almost 30 years, joined Wyndham in 1998 and before his current role he gained valuable experience in the management and development of various touristic-real estate projects in a diverse region that spanned from the Nordics, Central and Southeast Europe to the CIS and the Middle East. Vassilis holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism and an MSc Postgraduate Degree in Tourism Management from the University of Surrey.

Polykarpos Yiannoudes
General Manager, UIBS | hospitality.
Polykarpos Yiannoudes was born in Limassol and spent a decade in Boston, where he earned a Post-Graduate Diploma in Information Management from Harvard University, an MA in Communication Industries Management and a BA in Mass Communication from Emerson College. As the founder of UIBS | hospitality., he has led the company to become the market leader in turn-key hotel branded website with direct booking engine and channel platform, since 1999. Under his direction, the company has achieved substantial revenue growth in direct bookings for hotel groups and property owners, significantly reducing OTA commission costs for hoteliers. Polykarpos is the acting President of IAMCP International Association of Microsoft Partners for Cyprus, Lebanon and Malta, a member of the Cyprus University of Technology Industry Exchange Network (IXN) and HFTP Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals.
Anastasia Kremli
Development Director - Greece, Cyprus, Israel at Marriott International

Anastasia is Development Director for Greece, Cyprus, and Israel at Marriott International. With an extensive experience in the hospitality sector, her career includes roles at Bain Capital, Sonder, and IHG, showcasing her expertise in hotel asset management, investment analysis, financial planning, and real estate transactions. She holds a BSc in Accounting and Finance from the Athens University of Economics and Business, Marketing & Communication Management studies from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and an MSc in International Hotel and Tourism Management from Oxford Brookes University, UK. Fluent in Greek and English, Anastasia also has limited working proficiency in French and Russian.

Xenophon Petropoulos
Country Director, Horwath HTL Greece

A seasoned tourism advisor holding senior positions for the last 12 years. More than 25 years of professional experience in multiple industries and in the fields of hotel consulting, real estate investments, feasibility studies, sales management, customer service, corporate communications, and reputation management. Expert in launching new practices, tourism strategy formulation, hotel asset management, business planning, lobbying and policy development. Xenophon launched the Horwath HTL Greek office in 2018 and since then has completed more than 110 hospitality projects, including strategic advice, feasibility studies, tourism policy development, asset management, new product development and investors’ support. In his previous role, he was the deputy Managing Director of the Greek Tourism Confederation, advising the President of the BoD about Greek tourism public affairs strategy, EU level lobbying, national and regional initiatives, tourism policies and hospitality sector’s operational readiness.

Ourania Georgoutsakou
Managing Director, Airlines for Europe

Ourania “Rania” Georgoutsakou is the Managing Director of Airlines for Europe (A4E), the voice of Europe’s leading airlines in Brussels. Rania joined A4E in June 2023 and is responsible for the association’s strategy and impact. Her role is to represent Europe’s leading airlines in the Brussels political arena, liaise with industry executives and manage the association’s operations. She has 20-years’ experience of advocating for membership associations, previously leading LightingEurope and working as Director of Public Policy for Europe for SEMI and as Senior Policy Coordinator with the Assembly of European Regions in Strasbourg and in Brussels.

Claudio Milano
Senior Ramón y Cajal Research Fellow, Social Anthropology Department at the University of Barcelona

Claudio Milano is a social anthropologist with a background in economics. He is a Ramón y Cajal researcher in the Department of Social Anthropology at the University of Barcelona. He is Co-Chair of the Commission on the Anthropology of Tourism of the International Union of Anthropological and Ethnological Sciences (IUAES) and a member of the Editorial Review Board of the Annals of Tourism Research (Elsevier). He is also a member of the Research Group on the Anthropology of Contemporary Crises and Transformations (CRITS) at the University of Barcelona and of the Observatory for the Anthropology of Urban Conflict (OACU). His main area of specialisation is the political economy of tourism. His primary area of expertise lies into political economy of tourism. His research delves into the dynamics of touristification processes, exploring how societies respond to and resist these changes through social movements and grassroot organizations. Presently, he is engaged in research that centers on the informal economy and migrant labor in tourist destinations. His body of work has been widely disseminated in English, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian through publications in renowned international scientific journals and editorial.

Haris Kyriakopoulos
Market Team Manager, Booking.com

Harris earned a Business Administration degree from the University of Hertfordshire, followed by an MA in Marketing from the University of Nottingham and an MSc in International Hospitality Management from the University of Strathclyde. His career began at the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, followed by six years with a major Greek hotel chain. For the past 12 years, Harris has worked at Booking.com, focusing on key destinations in Cyprus and Greece. His mission is to inspire and lead his team towards excellence in accommodations through a culture of experimentation and learning.

Elie Milky
Vice President Development, Radisson Hotel Group, Middle East, North-East Africa, Greece & Cyprus

Elie is responsible for driving expansion opportunities and leading Radisson Hotel Group’s strategic growth and hotel portfolio in the Middle East as well as Cyprus and Greece. His responsibility is to continue to grow the Group’s regional portfolio across each of Radisson Hotel Group’s core brands: Radisson Blu, Radisson, Park Inn by Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Collection, Prize by Radisson and art’otel. A Lebanese national, Elie has over 20 years’ experience in development and asset management with international hospitality consultants, as well as a global hotel operator. Elie was formerly part of the HVS team based in London and in Dubai, where his focus was on conducting feasibility studies, valuations, ROI analyses and strategic advice. He joined Radisson Hotel Group in 2010 as Development Manager quickly rising to his current VP role within the organisation. His ability to forge enduring cross-cultural relationships has proven to be a key attribute in a career that has included mandates for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Elie’s strengths lie in his ability to execute strategic agreements for new-build and conversion opportunities while forging strong relationships with new and existing owners. He is adept at assessing market conditions and gathering intelligence, turning opportunities into business. Elie has an MBA in International Hospitality Management specialising in Hotel Real Estate and Finance from the renowned IMHI – ESSEC Business School in Paris and a BA in Hospitality Management & Tourism from Notre Dame University in Lebanon.

Irene Roberts
Director, Market Management, Expedia Group

Irene Roberts is responsible for leading the team of local experts developing relationships with our hotel partners for Expedia Group. With over 20 years’ experience of working in the tourism and travel industry, Irene is an expert at working across multiple markets to ensure we are driving the best results through the continued roll out of new technology and tools to our hotel partners. Starting her Expedia career in 2007 as a market manager for Scotland, Irene was promoted to area market manager for the UK, followed by UK & Ireland, then promoted to director for London, and then UK & Ireland. She has been director for Greece, Cyprus & East Adriatic since June 2024. Prior to Expedia, Irene worked at TUI Travel in both product and commercial roles for 6 years. She holds a Master’s degree in Geography from the University of Aberdeen.

Isavella Karoyian
Business Development Manager, ECOMMBX

Isavella Karoyian holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Leicester and an LPC-LLM from the University of Law in Birmingham, specializing in Corporate, Commercial, Competition, and Business Law. After succeeding in all ten examinations to join the Cyprus Bar Association in 2020, she practiced as a corporate lawyer for two years. In 2022, she transitioned to Business Development at ECOMMBX, where she manages customer relationships and represents the company at banking events in Cyprus and abroad. Her legal expertise, combined with her business acumen, underscores her versatility in the corporate sector.

Χορηγοί

Χορηγοί

Main Sponsor
Ecommbx

ECOMMBX represents the new age of fintech, revolutionizing the way businesses handle their global transactions. We specialize in e-account management, cross- border payments, personal & business cards, acquiring, and multi-currency conversions, all through our ECOMMVERSE, a single, innovative and intuitive platform that gives you instant access to all of ECOMMBX’s services.

Our innovative service model is based on four cornerstones: cutting edge technology designed for the global banking industry; customized connections with banking partners around the world; stringent security; and maximum operational speed.

In short, our ECOMMVERSE is your go-to address for e-accounts and related products as well as a series of other services and benefits that make your business operate smoother and life easier.

Silver Sponsor
Hellenic Bank

Hellenic Bank, a leading financial institution in Cyprus and a member of the Eurobank Group, is strategically positioned to provide a wide range of tailored banking products and services for both businesses and households. With a strong capital base and robust liquidity, the bank plays a crucial role in supporting the growth of the Cypriot economy. Through its accelerated digital transformation and adoption of cutting-edge technologies, Hellenic Bank ensures a seamless and customer-centric banking experience, always prioritizing the evolving needs of its clients

Supporter
Hermes Airports

Hermes Airports undertook the management and operation of Larnaka and Pafos airports in 2006, under a BOT Concession Agreement with the Republic of Cyprus. Hermes Airports significantly contributes to the country’s tourism growth, through both a targeted air service development strategy with existing and new airlines, as well as a productive collaboration with the Government and tourism stakeholders. Hermes Airports goal is the continuous enhancement of connectivity and the overall passenger experience, with an emphasis on operational excellence and customer service.

UIBS | hospitality.

UIBS | hospitality. is a travel tech company with 25+ years of experience, serving independent hoteliers, global chains, and luxury vacation rentals properties. Certified by Microsoft®, our new UIBScloud. platform™ operates on your own data tenancy and domain name, ensuring secure, high-conversion bookings without external redirections. We offer a unified PCI-DSS compliant booking engine with a complete website, AI-powered channel manager, and local support, delivering a modern, personalized digital guest experience. Trusted by the most demanding guests, we maximize profitability and loyalty for your brand.

Fitness & Well-Being
PADELERGO

Padelergo is the leading padel court supplier in Cyprus and one of the dominant in Greek market as well. The company has carried out numerous projects (more than 100 the last 3 years) such as padel clubs, hotels, residences, with great success. What makes us stand out from the competition is the expertise, the quality of our products and last but not least the human relationships that we have with our customers.

Official Air Carrier Sponsor
AEGEAN

AEGEAN and its subsidiary Olympic Air carried 15.5 million passengers in 2023 and offered a total of 18.5 million seats in 2023. The domestic and international network for the year 2023 covered 180 destinations in 49 countries with 307 routes from the company's 10 bases in Greece and abroad, with a fleet of 76 aircrafts including the brand-new Airbus A320 and A321 neo. AEGEAN is member of STAR ALLIANCE and was awarded, for the 12th consecutive year and 13th time in the last 14 years, as the best regional airline in Europe by the Skytrax World Airline Awards.

Exhibitors
ALAMBRA Dairy Products

ALAMBRA Dairy Products company, with more than 42 years of experience, exports traditional halloumi to 40 countries. The company produces the traditional product ranges ALAMBRA “The Granny” and ALAMBRA, focusing mainly on the production of halloumi, cheese, traditional yogurt and grated cheese. The range is completed by, among others, big range of cheeses, fresh milk, natural juices and natural drinks.

ALUMIL

At ALUMIL, we are building excellence every day. Our modern production facilities and strict quality controls along the entire production line ensure the creation of high-added-value products that meet our customers’ needs. With over 35 years of experience, 12 factories in 6 European countries & North Africa, and more than 3,200 employees, we are one of the world’s most advanced design and production companies for architectural aluminium systems.

Andreas A. Constantinou & Sons Ltd

Andreas A. Constantinou & Sons Ltd, founded in 1987, specializes in delivering high quality products and services in Water treatment, Wastewater treatment and Air purification. The experienced team is dedicated in providing specialized solutions while being committed in customer satisfaction through prioritizing, understanding and addressing needs with respect. Certified under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, the company ensures efficiency, quality and environmental responsibility in every project, while cultivating and maintaining long-term partnerships

Aphrodite Delights

Aphrodite Delights established in 1895 is the leader in traditional Cypriot confectionary and is currently being run by the 4th generation. The company’s main product is the Loukoumi Geroskipou which is the 1st Cypriot product to be awarded the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Also In June 2023 included in the UNESCO National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Is available in a variety of flavours, with or without nuts and different packaging. Aphrodite Delights also produces a unique nut brittle using carob honey, a 100% natural chewing gum, and other traditional products. Natural ingredients without preservatives are used for all products.

Cyprus Forest Industries Public Ltd

Cyprus Forest Industries Public Ltd is the most important contributor to the Cypriot woodworking and furniture industry. Our main activity is the production of MFC (Melamine Phased Chipboard). Moreover, we produce Veneer phased panels on particle boards or on MDF. In addition, we offer a full range of materials for doors, plywood products and semi-finished parts of high quality furniture (XYLOFORM Division). At the same time, it offers specialized services to customers such as cutting of all types of panels, heating and heat treatment of timber.

EUROTEL HOSPITALITY Group

The EUROTEL HOSPITALITY Group is a pioneering Greek IT company specializing for more than 25 years in providing technological solutions for the wider field of hospitality and catering. Through EUROTEL HOSPITALITY A.E. and EUROTEL HOSPITALITY CYPRUS Ltd supports hospitality and catering businesses, always offering cutting-edge technologies and certified services. EUROTEL’s products and services are mainly aimed at: hotels, casinos, restaurants, cafes, catering units, theme parks, sports centers, SPA, Beauty Salons, etc. fully covering all their management and security needs.

GLOSEC

GLOSEC as a leading solutions provider of Hospitality Solutions, helps hotels enhance their guest experience and cut costs by offering: Wireless Electronic Lock Solutions, Energy Saving Solutions and Room Automation Systems. Providing innovative solutions and high-quality services which streamline Hotel Operations is what we strive to continuously achieve and is the main reason for the continuous development of our activities. As a result of integrating new and innovative IoT technologies aimed at our Hospitality customers, GLOSEC has established itself as a leader in the field of Hospitality Solutions.

Easytech Solutions

Since its inception, Easytech’s main goal has been to provide businesses with the optimum toolsets (hardware & software) required to improve themselves using the latest technology to its full potential. Easytech’s staff comes from an experienced and progressive high technology heritage steeped in providing solutions and services to its customers. The Easytech team brings with it an array of rich skills from diverse industry backgrounds including Advance Networking, Infrastructure, Security, VOIP Telephony, Tailored Software Development, IPTV, Hotel Room Automation and Technical Support.

H&R Pure Water

At H&R Pure Water, our mission is to create healthier, greener, and more productive work environments for our clients while ensuring clean and safe water for all. We cater to the specific needs of large organizations, making it our priority to deliver cost effective, sustainable and high-quality water dispensing solutions. Our extensive range of water dispenser options includes hot, cold, ambient and sparkling water, designed to satisfy the diverse preferences of your workforce.

HRDA

The HRDA is a public law legal entity which is governed by a 13-strong tripartite Board of Directors. The HRDA’s vision is the continuous enrichment of the human resources of Cyprus with the appropriate knowledge and skills, in order to respond effectively to the constantly changing conditions of the economy and the labour market and to contribute to the strengthening of the competitiveness and the increase of productivity of the enterprises/organisations.

JCC Payment Systems

JCC Payment Systems is Cyprus’ market leader in payment-processing technologies and financial solutions for merchants and financial institutions. It has been supporting businesses in accepting electronic payments from multiple sales channels for over 30 years, following the decision of the major Cyprus’ banking institutions to collaborate for the purpose of administering the processing and settlement of card transactions. Today, JCC is considered the trusted service provider of choice for all financial technology requirements ranging from fraud prevention, card personalisation and ATM management, to hosting and business continuity services. The services offered do not focus solely on payments but on the entire digital transformation spectrum including trust services.

LELANTUS INNOVATIONS

LELANTUS specializes in Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) monitoring and decision support solutions tailored to large-scale complex buildings such as Hotels. Enabling the establishment of comfortable, healthy, energy-efficient, and productive indoor environments, we help attract environmentally conscious guests, boost satisfaction and loyalty, and drive positive experiences and reviews. LELANTUS enhances a Hotel’s reputation for excellence while optimizing operations, from heating and cooling to ventilation and maintenance, directly linked to Sustainable Development Goals.

Orthodoxou Employment

Orthodoxou Employment is a leading recruitment agency in Cyprus with a strong reputation built over more than 30 years. The company specializes in recruiting skilled professionals for a variety of industries, particularly in the tourism sector, including roles such as cooks, waiters, receptionists and chambermaids. In addition to its recruitment services, Orthodoxou Employment offers comprehensive support for businesses looking to hire foreign personnel from third countries. This includes managing the entire process of obtaining the necessary employment licenses, as well as handling the preparation and approval of all related documents in compliance with Cypriot regulations. The agency's extensive experience and expertise make it a trusted partner for both employers and job seekers.

RedMax Technologies Ltd

RedMax Technologies Ltd is a leading provider of fiber optics and telecom turnkey solutions in Cyprus, specializing in high-speed internet and custom business services. It offers dedicated fiber solutions up to 100 Gbps, cloud services, and managed networks. RedMax delivers end-to-end telecom solutions, ensuring top-tier engineering through global partnerships. With a customer-focused approach, it maintains strong relationships with major telecom providers, positioning itself as a market leader.

FoxTel

FoxTel founded in 1983 is a Hospitality Technology Solutions Provider totally focused around the Hotel industry with strong Presence in Cyprus and Greece. FoxTel is also an approved partner for Branded Hotels such as Marriott, Hilton, Accor, IHT, Radisson, Hayat and more thus providing vast experience & dedicated 365 days’ service for all types of hotels.

Technogym

Technogym, globally known as "The Wellness Company," provides high-quality gym equipment for commercial and home use. With experience as the official supplier for nine Olympic and Paralympic Games, their equipment meets professional athlete standards but is suitable for all users. Technogym also offers content and programs that promote a lifestyle of fitness and well-being.

Theova UHS Enterprise Solutions Ltd

Theova UHS Enterprise Solutions Ltd is a continuation of Theova Computer Consultants Ltd one of the first IT companies in Cyprus and neighbouring countries. Since 1983 Theova UHS provides innovative software solutions both for the General business as well as for the Hospitality sector. Theova UHS today offers two main lines of products and services. Firstly, the well - known HotelWare suite addressing the Hospitality industry and secondly the Office.

Travelbook Group

The Travelbook Group is a technology company that specialises in e- commerce, e-marketing and sales. Offering a One Stop Shop solution, helping hoteliers to maximise bookings, revenue potential, including GDS/IDS, channel distribution, web design, mobiles apps, OTA comparison tools, booking engines, rate shopping tools, KPIs and reservation and invoicing support. Priding ourselves on fantastic customer service, assisting hoteliers by developing new, high quality technology aiming to help businesses thrive.

GUEST FLIP

GuestFlip offers an Online Reputation Management platform that stands out for its ease of use and helps hotels increase guest satisfaction. Our easy-to-use platform helps hotels monitor their online reviews, send out automated Surveys, Guest Feedback through QR codes and to respond to all reviews using smart automations.

The Cyprus Sustainable Tourism Initiative (CSTI)

The Cyprus Sustainable Tourism Initiative (CSTI) is a non-profit nongovernmental organization. It was established in 2006 with the support of the Travel Foundation. CSTI’s vision is to make Cyprus the Leading Sustainable Destination of the Mediterranean. Our mission is to engage all the stakeholders in the tourism industry to embrace sustainability in their strategies for the benefits of the environment, the society & the economy.

Οργανωτές
The Cyprus Hotel Association

The Cyprus Hotel Association is the Hoteliers National Trade Union. The history of its foundation goes back in the mid-1930s. Today the vast majority of all hotel establishments and other licensed tourist accommodation units, all over Cyprus, are members of the Cyprus Hotel Association. The Association, in order to achieve its aims and goals, develops a wide range of activities and offers various services to its members. Representatives of the Association participate actively in many official committees set up by the government or by semi-governmental organizations, related to the various sectors of the hotel and tourist industry and to the economy of Cyprus in general. In order to protect and promote its members' interests, the Association takes the necessary steps and makes representations to the Government, to the House of Representatives, to various Official Organisations and to the Workers Unions on economic, industrial, commercial, labour, legislative, social and other subjects related directly or indirectly to the hotel and tourist industry of Cyprus. The Association is an active member of the Hotels, Restaurants & Cafés in Europe (HOTREC), maintains close cooperation with the International Hotel & Restaurant Association (IH&RA), and is affiliate member of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCCI), the Cyprus Employers & Industrialist Federation (OEB) and the Association of Cyprus Travel Agents (ACTA).

UNDER THE AUSPICES
Deputy Ministry of Tourism

The Deputy Ministry of Tourism constitutes a transformation of the Cyprus Tourism Organisation (CTO) and was established and operates in accordance with the provisions of the Law providing for the Establishing of a Deputy Ministry of Tourism, the Appointment of a Deputy Minister of Tourism to the President and for relevant matters of 2018. According to the Law, the objective of setting up the Deputy Ministry of Tourism is to establish a strategic and supervisory authority with powers to develop a national strategy for tourism, promotion and projection of Cyprus as a tourist destination, as well as implementation of tourism legislation.

Συντονιστές
IMH

Η IMH είναι κορυφαίος οργανισμός Εταιρικών Εκδηλώσεων και Μέσων Ενημέρωσης. Σε ετήσια βάση η ΙΜΗ διοργανώνει πέραν των 200 συνεδρίων, φόρουμ, εκθέσεις, επενδυτικά summits, εταιρικές εκδηλώσεις και επιχειρηματικές βραβεύσεις, στην Κύπρο και στο εξωτερικό. Διοργανώσεις που αποτελούν τις μεγαλύτερες συνάξεις επιχειρηματικής και επαγγελματικής δικτύωσης. Το τμήμα Business Media εκδίδει τα μηνιαία περιοδικά, IN Business και GOLD, καθώς και τα Portal IN Business και CBN (Cyprus Business News) που μαζί με τα Daily Newsletters, παρέχουν έγκυρη ενημέρωση για τα επιχειρηματικά και οικονομικά δρώμενα, στα ελληνικά και αγγλικά. Στα Consumer Media περιλαμβάνονται ο REPORTER, από τις δημοφιλέστερες ειδησεογραφικές ιστοσελίδες, καθώς και ο SUPER FM, ο υπ' αριθμόν 1 ελληνικός μουσικός ραδιοφωνικός σταθμός στην Κύπρο. Η IMH συμμετέχει, επίσης, σε έργα και προγράμματα της Κυπριακής Κυβέρνησης, της Ευρωπαϊκής Ένωσης και διεθνών οργανισμών. www.imhbusiness.com

Ακροατήριο

The Conference is addressed to hotel owners, CEO’s and executives of hotels and hospitality-related businesses. From large hotel chains to boutique hotels, from traditional luxury hotels to Gen Z start-ups and alternative resorts, participants will have a chance to hear from some household names in the industry, explore and exchange ideas, mingle in the exhibition area and enjoy the Award Ceremony and networking cocktail at the end of the Conference.

Χορηγοί Επικοινωνίας
Cyprus Business News (CBN)

The English-speaking white-collar communi­ty of Cyprus, which includes well over 50,000 entrepreneurs, managers and professionals, has been growing fast in recent years. Its members work­ in diverse sectors, including Shipping, Financial Services, ICT, Gaming, Media, Communications, Trading, Insur­ance, Supply Chain, etc. In 2023, building on the success of GOLD, the only monthly English-language business magazine in Cyprus, IMH launched CBN (Cyprus Business News), a new English-language portal, app and newsletter focused on business and investment. This new and ex­citing portal aims to become the daily source of information on business in Cyprus for all English-speaking professionals based on the island, as well as for hundreds of thousands of professionals all over the world wishing to do business with Cyprus. Through strategic collaborations with relevant bodies and organisations, CBN gathers the corporate news of all foreign companies and investments in Cyprus and disseminates it to the broader reading public.

The CBN Daily Newsletter is delivered daily via e-mail.

IN Business News

IN Business News (inbusinessnews.com), the ultimate business news portal in Cyprus. It brings users daily, minute-by-minute news of the Cypriot market and of businesses in every sector of the economy. Over 60,000 executives, managers, and entrepre­neurs use it on a daily basis for its all-round, authoritative reporting.

The IN Business Daily Newsletter has established itself as the main source of news for thousands of executives. It is delivered every day via e-mail to 60,000 opinion leaders in the world of business.

Super FM Radio

Owned and operated by IMH, Super FM has been on air since 1998, broadcasting from Nicosia. It is the number one music radio station in Cyprus, focused on playing the latest and most popular tracks. With live radio shows and perfect playlists that specialize in contemporary mainstream Greek music, Super FM celebrates music at its annual Super Music Awards ceremony.

Επικοινωνία

Project Managers

Charalambos Michael

Charalambos is responsible for the speakers and content of this event. If you have any content-related or other queries, you can contact him on +357 22505606 or via email at charalambos.michael@imhbusiness.com

 

Karolina Modestou

Karolina is responsible for the speakers and content of this event. If you have any content-related or other queries, you can contact her on +357 22505621 or via email at karolina.modestou@imhbusiness.com

 

Marketing Officer

Dafni Stavrinidou

Dafni is responsible for the marketing and promotion of this conference. If you have any marketing-related questions or suggestions, you can contact her at Dafni.Stavrinidou@imhbusiness.com and at +357 22505575.

 

Commercial Officer

Andreas Leontiades

Andreas is responsible for  sponsorship and any enquiries regarding the HORECA Expo. If you have any sponsorship-related questions or suggestions, you can contact him at andreas@imhbusiness.com and at +357 22505535.

 

Ημέρα και ώρα

21 Φεβρουαρίου 2025 08:30 ΠΜ -
02:30 ΜΜ
 
 

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