Maria Aikaterini Manika

Hospitality & tourism marketing

Marketing strategy & branding Content creation & digital communication Hospitality & tourism marketing Customer experience management Social media & online engagement Research & market analysis Administrative and operational support

Digital marketing & content management Customer service & communication Microsoft Office (Advanced level) Social media platforms & analytics Organizational and multitasking skills Team collaboration & adaptability

Maria Katerina is a motivated and detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills and a passion for marketing and communication. She is highly adaptable, client-focused and capable of working efficiently in fast-paced hospitality and business environments. Her academic background combined with practical experience allows her to contribute effectively to marketing strategy, content development and customer engagement initiatives.

Maria Aikaterini Manika is a marketing professional with strong academic background and practical experience in hospitality, customer service and digital communication. Based in Mykonos, she combines marketing theory with real-world application, focusing on brand communication, customer engagement and digital presence for tourism and service-oriented businesses.

Her academic work and professional experience reflect a strong interest in modern marketing trends, online communities and the strategic use of digital content to enhance brand value and customer experience.

Education & Academic Background

  • Bachelor’s Degree (First Class Honours) in Marketing Management
    Queen Margaret University (2021–2025)

  • Specialization Program – Cultural Tourism Marketing
    National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (2025–2026)

  • Diploma in Marketing Management
    Focus on digital marketing, branding and consumer behavior

Her thesis focused on:

“The Power of User-Generated Content for Hotel Accommodations in the Cyclades and Crete: Creation, Search and Utilization of Content for Building Online Communities on Social Media.”

The research included primary data collection and analysis, emphasizing the impact of digital engagement on hospitality businesses.

Projects & Academic Activities

Research & Innovation Symposium – Metropolitan College

Participated in a four-member research team at the 8th Symposium, presenting a study on:

“The Power of Personalization: How Targeted Marketing Leads to Superior Consumer Experience Across Generations.”

This project focused on data-driven marketing strategies and consumer behavior analysis.