Meet the team
Dimitris Kantalis
Founder - CEO
A seasoned professional with over 33 years of experience in the hospitality and cruise industries.
Dimitris Kantalis
Founder - CEO
Dimitris Kantalis is an accomplished hospitality and IT professional with over 33 years of experience across diverse sectors, including luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and tourism. He currently serves as the CEO of Discovering Corfu, where he curates bespoke tailor made vacation experiences. Concurrently, as the Director of Sales and Marketing at V-Hotels Group, Dimitris has successfully developed revenue strategies, enhanced brand visibility, and improved direct sales for two hotels in Corfu.
Previously, Dimitris was instrumental in managing Pyramid City Villas, overseeing sales, marketing, daily operations, and budgeting for a luxury resort featuring 10 villas, 9 apartments, and various leisure facilities. His IT expertise is showcased in roles such as IT Manager for Festival cruises, CEO & IT Consultant for IT4HospITality, where he implemented and supported digital solutions for hospitality and restaurant clients, and as IT Projects Manager at Jurys Inns Group.
Dimitris has a proven track record in Sales, operations management, revenue management & growth, along with customer satisfaction. He has managed multi-functional teams, introduced innovative marketing campaigns, and leveraged technology to enhance operational efficiency. His educational qualifications include certifications in project management, IT systems, and hospitality management, alongside fluency in English.
A dynamic leader with a customer-focused approach, Dimitris combines strategic insight with hands-on expertise to deliver exceptional results in hospitality and tourism.
Evangelos Oikonomou
Director of Sales and Marketing
A seasoned Yield & Revenue Manager with over 15 years of experience in hospitality and sales.
Evangelos Oikonomou
Director of Sales and Marketing
Evangelos Economou is a seasoned Yield & Revenue Manager with over 15 years of experience in hospitality and sales. Known for his strategic approach to revenue optimization, client relationship management, and operational efficiency, he has consistently delivered outstanding results in both regional and international settings.
His most recent role as Project Manager at Discovering Corfu showcases his leadership in driving growth and enhancing operations in the competitive tourism sector. Previously, as Hotel Operations Manager at Akrotiri Beach Resort Corfu (2024 season), he managed daily operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and achieving operational excellence.
From 2019 to 2024, Evangelos served as Regional Reservations & Revenue Manager at Grecotel Resorts Corfu, overseeing three luxury resorts with 845 rooms. He implemented marketing strategies that doubled revenue, managed B2B and B2C sales, and maintained contracts with key tour operators. His ability to lead cross-functional teams and train staff contributed significantly to the success of the resorts.
Prior to that, he was Reservations Manager at Eva Palace from 2015 to 2019, where he streamlined reservation processes, optimized room yields, and enhanced interdepartmental collaboration. His earlier experience includes roles in sales and insurance, where he developed strong negotiation, forecasting, and client management skills.
Evangelos holds a diploma in Marketing and Advertising from IEK DELTA in Thessaloniki, Greece. Proficient in MS Office, Protel, and CRM systems, he combines technical expertise with a passion for customer-centric solutions.
Outside work, Evangelos enjoys traveling, cooking, and mountain climbing.
- Phone:+30 698 039 1122
- Email:pm@discoveringcorfu.com
Ziniatis Alexandros
IT Manager - Web Developer
An IT professional with over 32 years of experience in hospitality IT services and complex web projects.
Mehak Ghazal
Back Office Assistant
A passionate professional with over 17 years of experience in the hospitality and reservations industry.