People Drive Success
Greece, like other Mediterranean countries, is a market where most companies are family-run. The values of a Family drive our existence. “People drive success” is a motto in Horizon, and micromanagement has no place here.
We invest in our people constantly with training programs, innovative perks, bonus and motivational tools. At the same time, Horizon employees an in house organizational psychologist managing the HR Department, establishing a work climax of organizational virtue. All of our people attend performance coaching weekly meetings, team building activities, bonding trips. The company operates with open seating plan, while rotation is both allowed and encouraged. Also, at many cases, we provide the opportunity to work remotely when this is possible. We tap into the power of people and unleash the human potential that exists throughout our organization, always trying to provide opportunities for evolution, potentiality and work – life balance.
Take a look at the amazing crew we have established:
Aristides Tsaldaris
President & CEO
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Proud to lead a team of 35, and in the industry for the last… 35 years, I always get the time to become a bit of an athlete, or a bit of a writer… but also time for challenging myself in new ideas and ventures. For bearing with me you should have a spicy sense of humour, be an early riser, deal with late night stories, accept to get organised and help me solve all concerns my crazy 2 sons may have.
Nikos Minas
C.F.O.
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Achieving the best possible outcome with the means available is our team’s moto.
By combining a high level of education and extensive experience in various sectors of finance, we always manage to exceed our goals.
Ifigenia Tsitouri
Deputy President
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Being part of the Horizon Team for the last 40 years, I guess I can call it “my baby” but in a sense I’ m its baby too. Today, as a Deputy President, you ‘ll often find me buried in contracts and paperwork, but still taking a glimpse of the events’ craziness when it’s possible! I am a big pet lover, a leisurely walker in the Greek nature, and a yoga enthusiast. My life’s motto is “Keep it simple” and always like to see the lighter side of things!
Irene Vassilatou
General Manager
Born in Zimbabwe from Greek parents, where I remember them saying, ‘what you aim for-you can achieve, if you don’t’, then you didn’t’ really want it’.. Ιn my life, sky is the limit! This refers to every aspect: career, family, even how many pets one can have (at the moment I live with 4 dogs, 7 cats, one parrot.. and there’s still room). As a mother of two incredible sons, I’m a great problem – solver, a skill required in both my work and my hobby.. puzzles! If you are witty, fun and a lover of changes, we will get on like wildfire, if not, no worries, I will manage to get you on this whirlwind and guarantee that you will enjoy the experience. Nothing kills my vibe more than routine!
Zoe Fragou
Head of HR, Research & Development
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My first touch with Horizon Group was years ago, when I was just 19 – working at one of the sister companies as event coordinator. Today, 8 years later, I’ m proud to be the HR Director of the company, and at the same time a vivid example of how Horizon develops, promotes and supports its people. Food is my passion, fashion my sin, and most of the times you’ ll find me playing board games or reading.
Ioanna Anagnostarou
Director of M.I.C.E.
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“Unique” in name and restless at heart!
Secretively social and working quietly, love to make noise only when least expected.
Joining Horizon was a lottery ticket found on my path giving me the chance to literally make dreams come true. Mixing ideas, logic, creativity and some impossibility to create another point of view to destination Greece, I adore.
Maria Klimi
Director of M.I.C.E.
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Tourism is like a drug for me: I can’t live without it and at the same time it’s addicting! Being a proud member of the Horizon team for the last eleven years, I can say that I love my firm as much as the job itself! The fun we have at the office, the good words from our clients, the beauty of Greece, and what else does a manager need to be fulfilled? I enjoy life, food and my friends more than anything!
Carla Goncalves
Commercial Director Latin America & Spain
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Being in Greece for 25 years, I have learned a lot about this wonderful country. I feel very proud to be the Brazilian lady of Horizon`s team over the last 10 years and be able to share my knowledge with thousand of people coming every year from Latin America to “my lovely Greece”.
Thanassis Phocas
Sales & Project Manager
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Born and raised in Athens, you can say I’m the guy you want around when you plan your next event here! I love challenging myself, I’m a quick adapter and I always enjoy multitasking. Horizon is a perfect fit for me because of the values it represents, such as the love of Greece, the team – spirit and the quality of services. Fun however, is also FUNdamental!
Germain Carnavet
Sales & Project Manager
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Horizon’s real strength is to feature a number of Cultures and Nationalities, which always bring a fresh and interesting eye on every aspect of the Destination in order to share with you all the Great Secrets Greece has to offer. I am the proud French Member of the Horizon Family ; always ready for New Challenges and Successful Events!
Vassilis Vegos
Operations Manager
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A part of the Horizon Team since 1990 and having gone through all the job positions in the company, in both the FIT and the MICE Department,
I decided to get some rest after 30 years of working… I took over as Operations Manager!
Angela Liotsaki
Purchase Manager
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Events have been through all stages of this beautiful trip, leading now to the most concrete one, still keeping a lot of feelings and dreams. Keep learning. Combining new ideas and numbers can make the difference in some cases and this is what I practically try to do. The result could make me a very logic person or a very crazy one, always with a bit of Italian “temperamento”. Both sides can help in my business. Patience and strongness are two of my main characteristics.
Efi Gonata
Senior Accountant
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Being in the financial sector for over 15 years, I’ m combining my strict logical side with the craziness of the Tourism Industry. Here in Horizon every day is a challenge, since there’s always something new to learn and solve. But the smile of my colleagues makes everything much easier.
Giota Pagourtzi
Project Manager F.I.T. & Leisure Department
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Being in the travel industry for 18years now, dedicated in assisting Free Independent Travelers with their travel arrangements in Greece, the acronym FIT has become my personal moto as well. It is all about being fit and independent.
Sara Vlami
Project Manager F.I.T. & Leisure Department
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Being multilingual helped me find my way in the industry of tourism and for the last 12 years or so I have diligently contributed in making many people’s travel to my amazing country, a memorable experience. After all, that’s my goal…
Sofia Theofilaktidis
Project Manager F.I.T. & Leisure Department
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I was born and raised in New York City – the playground for the inquisitive. As a first generation American to Greek parents, travelling multiple times a year to visit family and explore my roots was an inevitability that I grew to treasure. Humbling and gracious, travel has inspired an innate passion to continually strive to deepen my understanding of why people act in specific ways, how cultures have survived for thousands of years and what traditional dishes bring people together in the most loving or trying of times. Forever wander lusting for new destinations, experiences to share and stories to tell.
Mara Laggi
Project Manager M.I.C.E. & Training Specialist
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Since I’m half Greek and half British, so basically a multilingual and multicultural person, only a multitasking job could be an option for me. Organizing any type of event, from the conception of a program to the completion, is something that brings fulfillment to me as I couldn’t imagine myself doing anything else. Having worked in various positions and levels, I totally enjoy the hands on, hitting the ground, taking care of every detailed aspect of each event, supported by an amazing team.
Aspa Gerontari
Project Manager M.I.C.E.
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Have been in the hospitality and Event-ing business for the last 15 years. Enhancing a program with the right “décor” or literally decorating a venue with the right balance is a joy… and so is mingling with people of all cultures.
You will catch me in a generous mood when hearing Greek songs. My happy place – or therapy – is in the kitchen with a spatula in one hand and a glass of wine in the other making eggs and French fries. My motto : “all is doable with the right smile”.
Christina Athanassopoulou
Project Manager M.I.C.E.
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For over 15 years I have been working in the travel business. After my studies I have been working in Hotels, but very soon I decided to change by working in travel agencies. I started by working for Groups, incentives and for cruise ships. I had allways focus on the needs of the client, to plan for him a trip that he will remember for a long time. For over a year now I work for M.I.C.E something that I really enjoy. Dealing with a lot of challenges, looking always for “something new” that will make the difference and sometimes trying to make the impossible, possible. . This WHY I really enjoy in my work!
Hara Lymberopoulou
Project Manager M.I.C.E.
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I was born and raised in Athens while my origin is from the Peloponnese and Corfu. I have studied Translation and Interpretation at the Ionian University of Corfu, where I fell in love with the island and the local culture. I am a travel enthusiast with a passion for foreign languages. I speak fluently English and French and I have also obtained degrees in Germain and Spanish. As a Project Manager, my work description varies from creating original proposals to the actual operation of the group. When I’m not working, you will find me either wandering in the streets of Athens or trying to find the next destination to explore!
Stergios G. Vassilatos
Project manager M.I.C.E.
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Allow me to introduce myself, my name is Stergios, a unique name which suits me fully.. I consider myself to be ‘my own experiment’. I don’t just think outside of the box, I think of what I can do with the box. I thrive to be extraordinary, I enjoy food, for all types of possible occasions I ensure to find the unique suit to fit the event. If you ever need a local fun expert to unlock the hidden corners of Greece, definitely do not hesitate to contact me and we will have an immense time exploring!
Barbara Galifou
M.I.C.E Department Executive
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Coming from a different background, marketing, social media, web design and congresses organization, I am new but very passionate with all these experiences and horizons that open. I don’t have enough time to finish my bio, so please certify yourselves that I like my job and I am constantly working. If you need me, just send an email or call me.
Alfonso Pascual Girón
M.I.C.E. Department Executive
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After finishing my M.B.A. in Tourism, I decided to move to Greece and start a new life, and I don’t regret it! Travelling and photography are my passions. These two things are also key factors for my job, because I really enjoy sharing my experiences in Greece with everybody!
Myrto Konsta
F.I.T. & Leisure Department Executive
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It seems that I am back where I started from. HORIZON was my school and after experiencing a full Life both professionally and personally, I returned. A life balancing between a career( worked in various travel agencies and was one of the initial members of the TEAM that brought to life the SUPERFAST FERRIES experience-fun time), full of enjoyable as well as challenging experiences and raising my beautiful daughter has been hands full. Amongst all, I always find time to exercise and DANCE , my secret passion which gives me the energy to continue.
Chryssa Dakaki
F.I.T & Leisure Department Executive
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Being for almost 20 years in tourism, it is a trip that never ends. It keeps me excited and gives me ways to keep on discovering new things and places!
Horizon’s constant offering of opportunities allowed me to develop, enhance my skills, meet new friends and discuss the beautiful places to visit in Greece, the birthplace of democracy and nature’s true beauty champion.
Chloe Panagi
M.I.C.E. Department Executive
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If I could describe myself, I would say that I have a dedication to explore and find the beauty in everything. I love travelling , meeting new people with different cultural backgrounds and exploring new places. I have studied History - Archaeology & Social Anthropology and therefore I believe that everyone has a story to be told. Being a part of the Horizon team, I find new ways to listen to the human needs and help them get expressed.
Apostolos Kourtidis
M.I.C.E. Department Executive
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After finishing my M.B.A. in Tourism, my passion for the industry led me to the Horizon Team. Being allergic to everyday’ s routine, I’m always looking forward to taking on new challenges in my life. Spontaneity and creativity are prevailing qualities in regard to my way of thinking for every task my job or life requires of me.
Brigitte Ntzou
F.I.T. & Leisure Department Executive
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As a frequent walker, I can say I ‘walked’ the last 25 years in the tourism industry. The last 4 years, the journey has given me the chance to join proudly the Horizon family. As a mother of twins, I can say I have developed a couple problem solving skills which are really useful when you want to deal with travelers and live to tell the story. Everyday is a new day with new challenges to face, but here we like to think that passion makes perfect!
Patty Dimitropoulou
F.I.T. & Leisure Department Executive
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Being a travel agent, i receive huge discounts in several travel services and I go on holidays for free. I know every single hotelier, while some of them arrange a small fiesta upon my arrival. During off season, I work with my laptop under Acropolis, drinking ouzo, eating moussaka while on summer, I work by the sea eating kalamarakia, like every Greek does. I like my job, because it is an illusion! Everybody thinks that a travel agent is the actual traveler, but the truth is that we are seating in our desk, working hard, trying to design the best “sur mesure” holidays for our clients and we are very happy when they leave Greece with the best memories in their suitcases.
Giota Papadatou
Junior Accountant
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Feeling so proud to start my professional journey here in Horizon! Being the “new blood” of the Accounting Department, every day I learn something new and watch how complicated, vivid and wonderful the sector of Tourism is.
Andrie Papadopoulou
Junior Accountant
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Being a perfectionist helps in my new job position in accounting. I like the challenge in this new venture and feel very comfortable working with numbers and paying attention to detail. I’m proud to be a part of this team of professionals, working to excel Horizon’s present and future.
Evangelia Apostolopoulou
Administrative Assistant
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Studying Psychology I discovered that my real passion is travelling, exploring and getting in touch with new cultures. I speak English fluently and I am now studying Mandarin Chinese. I am a proud member of the Horizon team and my work description includes office organization, communication and helping with the social media, up until I have to pack for a new trip!