The Academy Team
Columbia Hotel Academy is made up of a progressive and insightful collection of trainers, teachers and seasoned hoteliers, technically and creatively skilled to educate the hotel and catering professionals of the future.
Our educational and theoretical approach lends itself to impactful and immersive learning experiences that will build the foundation to stellar careers within the hospitality industry. Our academy’s slogan is “Where education brings success” and our team take this extremely seriously; together we are all invested in our graduates’ future success. Our team passionately care about their work, their students, graduates and Academy team members. Here, everyone is treated with honesty and respect.
Mary Frangou
Academy Director & Training Manager
With a decorated career in Hotel & Catering institutional and certifying management, Mary guides our people through the educational course, offering support and development throughout their educational programme.
Alexia Ioannidou
F&B Service & Rooms Division / EHL Trainer
Her duties and responsibilities are to assist with the operational activities and the day to day management of the Academy.
Ioannis Giakoumides
Head Executive Chef
In charge of the Columbia Culinary Management, Executive Chefs, along with supervising the vocational training aspects of the Academy graduates’ path within the Group, and for their long term career development.
Elena Ledonius
F&B Service Trainer / EHL Trainer
Her duties and responsibilities are to oversee F&B operational training.
Prodromos Papadopoulos
Culinary EHL Trainer
His duties and responsibilities are to oversee Culinary training.
Maria Ioannidou
Admission Officer
Her duties and responsibilities are to provide administrating support, general clerical, receptionist and project based duties.
