Athens, December 3 – The Tourism Career Days, a significant event for the Greek hospitality and tourism sector, successfully concluded on November 28 and 29 at the Athens Conservatory. The two-day initiative facilitated connections between leading tourism businesses and over 1,100 job seekers, highlighting employment and professional development prospects within one of the most dynamic sectors of the Greek economy.
Addressing Staffing Needs in Tourism
The primary objective of this initiative was to effectively address contemporary challenges faced by the sector, focusing mainly on staffing needs. According to an official announcement, the event provided a crucial platform for candidates to learn about open job positions and engage directly with potential employers. Participants also attended workshops, listened to speeches from experienced professionals, and received personalized career advice from experts at kariera.gr.
Christos Kourouklis, Head of Sales HORECA at kariera.gr, emphasized the importance of investing in human resources for the tourism sector. “The Tourism Career Days of kariera.gr in Athens, successfully held on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, hosted more than 70 employers and 1,100 candidates, establishing a regular institution that offers an organized meeting environment,” Kourouklis stated. He added that the initiative fosters dialogue between businesses, educational institutions, and young professionals, promoting employment opportunities and quality professional development, thereby contributing significantly to the sustainable growth of the tourism ecosystem.
One&Only Kéa Island as Platinum Sponsor
One&Only Kéa Island served as the Platinum Sponsor for the Tourism Career Days. Jerome Colson, General Manager of One&Only Kéa Island, expressed his enthusiasm for the event. “Our participation in the Tourism Career Days is a unique opportunity to meet young professionals and share our passion for hospitality. We look forward to seeing these young people explore their career potential and discover how they can contribute to the bright future of tourism,” said Colson.
Companies participating in the event utilized the opportunity to strengthen their employer brand, showcase their corporate identity, and gain visibility through kariera.gr’s digital channels before, during, and after the event.
Future Tourism Career Days Across Greece
The Tourism Career Days by kariera.gr are set to continue into the new year, with the first stop scheduled for Thessaloniki on January 23 and 24. This will be followed by a return to Heraklion, Crete, on January 31, and the current cycle will conclude in Patras on February 11. The aim is to expand this initiative to even more regions across Greece, further bridging the gap between businesses and professionals in the industry.
The successful conclusion of the Athens event reaffirms the strategic role of the Tourism Career Days as a vital link between businesses and professionals in the sector. It underscores the growth opportunities within tourism and reinforces its dynamic position in the country’s economic landscape.
Source: https://www.businessnews.gr/epixeiriseis/tourismos/item/324635-oloklirothikan-oi-imeres-karieras-tourismoy-stin-athina
