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Athanasios Angelousis

Athens

Summary

Award-winning Travel Specialist with a proven track record at Intrepid, blending hospitality and itinerary planning to create unforgettable experiences. Recognized for exceptional client relationship building and team collaboration, achieving a 4.95/5 experience rating. Also, a skilled Chess Instructor, fostering strategic thinking and passion in young minds, leading teams to national victories.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Travel Specialist

Intrepid
06.2018 - Current

• Led tours across Greece and the Balkans, primarily with small groups of up to 12 guests, as well as premium cruises with up to 45 guests.

• Organized and led a variety of activities, including visits to traditional workshops, archaeological sites, and monasteries, as well as hiking, town explorations, swimming excursions, and dinners.

• Managed specific logistical aspects of the trips, particularly transportation and transfers, ensuring smooth operations.

• Shared my knowledge and my passion about my homeland and the local culture in my interactions with the guests. Focused on creating a welcoming and informative environment, addressing guests’ questions and interests, and ensuring their comfort and enjoyment throughout the trip.

• Focused on creating a positive group dynamic, ensuring all guests enjoyed a high-quality vacation experience.

• Demonstrated strong organizational skills, enthusiasm, and knowledge, effectively addressing and resolving any issues that arose during the tours in a calm and stress-free manner.

• Awarded by Intrepid as the Best Leader of Europe for boat trips and cruises in 2023, reflecting my dedication to providing exceptional travel experiences.

• Achieved an overall experience rating of 4.95/5 and a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 9.85/10 based on feedback received in 2024.

Chess Instructor

Various
09.2005 - Current

• Taught chess in various primary schools and kindergartens in Athens, inspiring young minds and fostering a love for the game.

• Developed innovative teaching techniques incorporating theatrical elements, fairy tales, magic tricks and puzzles to engage young minds in chess lessons.

• Led school teams to victory in the Greek National Championship twice, showcasing strong team collaboration and leadership skills.

• Organized successful chess kid’s tournaments with over 200 participants, demonstrating excellent event management abilities.

• Assessed individual strengths and weaknesses among students to better tailor future lessons and support their growth.

• Enhanced students'' strategic thinking by teaching advanced chess techniques and tactics.

• Coordinated with fellow instructors to share best practices, resources, and lesson plan ideas for a well-rounded chess education program.

• Inspired a love for the game by sharing personal experiences as an avid player during classroom discussions.

Education

MBA - Economics

Panteion University
Athens, Greece

Skills

  • Hospitality
  • Client relationship building
  • Travel research
  • Itinerary planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Patience

Certification

  • Mountain Trekking Guide Certification, 2021– DQS.

Timeline

Travel Specialist

Intrepid
06.2018 - Current

Chess Instructor

Various
09.2005 - Current

MBA - Economics

Panteion University
Athanasios Angelousis