George Antonaros
About George Antonaros
George Antonaros serves as the Head of Account Management for Greece, Cyprus, and Israel at Travelport, a position he has held since 2019. With extensive experience in the travel industry, he has held various leadership roles at companies such as BCD Travel, Amadeus, and Cyprus Airways.
Work at Travelport
George Antonaros has been serving as the Head of Account Management for Greece, Cyprus, and Israel at Travelport since 2019. In this role, he has developed and synchronized the Account Managers' Playbook to enhance account management practices. He has built and maintained senior relationships throughout Travelport's customer database, contributing to the strategic growth of existing business. Additionally, he assisted in defining job descriptions and role manuals for commercial roles, including Account Manager and Customer Success Manager. His efforts have played a strategic role in optimizing customer support resources to improve the overall customer experience.
Previous Experience in the Travel Industry
Before joining Travelport, George Antonaros held several significant positions in the travel industry. He was the Acting General Manager and a member of the Board at BCD Travel from 2009 to 2012. He also worked at Travelport as the Head of Business Development for Greece, Cyprus, and Israel from 2018 to 2019. His earlier roles include General Manager at Cyprus Airways from 2002 to 2008 and General Manager at TOP KINISIS TRAVEL PLC - CYPRUS from 2014 to 2018. His extensive experience spans multiple companies, including Amadeus, Trans World Airlines, and Worldspan.
Education and Expertise
George Antonaros completed his high school education at Ziridis High School and achieved proficiency at the Sorbonne. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, which he obtained from a university between 1982 and 1985. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his extensive career in account management and business development within the travel sector.
Career Development and Skills
Throughout his career, George Antonaros has developed a model for commercially managing and developing mid-tier size customers. He has played a key role in optimizing customer support resources at Travelport, ensuring the delivery of an effective customer experience. His strategic insights and leadership have contributed to the growth and efficiency of the organizations he has been part of.
Long-Term Industry Involvement
George Antonaros has been involved in the travel industry since 1985, starting as a Reservations & Ticket Sales Agent at Trans World Airlines. Over the years, he has held various roles that have allowed him to gain comprehensive knowledge of the sector. His long-term involvement reflects a commitment to the industry and a deep understanding of its dynamics.