Emilia Vlami

Emilia Vlami is an Assistant Professor of Tourism Economics & Tourism Development at the Department of Regional and Economic Development, Agricultural University of Athens. She actively contributes to academia through teaching, research coordination, and advisory roles in tourism sustainability and policy. She has collaborated with institutions such as the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels and the Ministry of Tourism.

• PhD in Financing and Development of Greek Tourism and Hospitality, University of Patras
• Postdoctoral in Tourism Investments, University of Patras
• MSc in Tourism Planning, Management and Policy, University of the Aegean
• BSc in Geography, University of the Aegean

Her research focuses on tourism economics, sustainable development, and socio-economic policies. She has authored publications in scientific journals and collective volumes, emphasizing empirical analysis of tourism-driven economic growth.

Scientific awards include:

• IKY scholarship for postdoctoral research

She supervises theses at the Hellenic Open University, coordinates the Tourism Development unit there, and has participated in over 15 national/European research projects. Her professional work spans hotel certifications, tourism policy advising, and organizing academic events.