Spyros Alexiou

Spyros Alexiou is a Lecturer at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), Department of Regional and Economic Development. He previously taught at the TEI of Epirus (2000–2006) and TEI of Sterea Ellada (2006–2019). His academic career spans over 23 years in higher education, with extensive administrative roles including President of the Hellenic Tourism Organization (GNTO, 2015–2017) and leadership in university departments and committees.

Education:

• Tourism Business Administration (TEI Athens)
• Economics (University of Athens)
• MSc in Tourism Management and Marketing (University of Strathclyde, Glasgow)
• PhD in Planning and Policy Development of Tourist Destinations (Panteion University)

Research Interests: Focus on local/regional development, mountain tourism, alternative tourism forms, tourism marketing, and small enterprises (SMEs). His work emphasizes sustainability, cultural heritage integration, and policy-driven regional growth.

Publications Trend Analysis: Over 15 peer-reviewed articles since 2001, with recent emphasis on mountain tourism sustainability (e.g., Evrytania case study), luxury branding in hospitality, and digital marketing strategies. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical case studies in Greece and Europe.

Grants & Advising: Supervised numerous theses and served in administrative roles such as Dean’s Office member and department head. No specific grants mentioned, but extensive involvement in institutional governance.

Labs/Teams: No formal lab affiliations noted, though collaborates on tourism policy initiatives and regional development projects.