Born in Thessaloniki, Greece, in 1959. International level track & field athlete (110m
hurdles). Holder of the following degrees: a) Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education
(1980), b) Master’s degree in Sport Management (1983), c) Bachelor's degree in
International Relations (1992), d) Doctoral degree in International Relations of Sport
(1996) and e) Diploma in Communication Management (2000). Worked for the Hellenic
Federation of Track & Field as a technical advisor responsible for the education of coaches
(1985 – 1990), and the Hellenic Ministry of Sport as international relations consultant
(1990 – 1992). Initiated the Hellenic Association of Sport Management (1993) (president
until 1999, vice president until 2003, and general secretary until 2013). Attended the
preparations for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games as an official observer of the 2004
OCOG (July 1998 – November 2000). Worked as a communication consultant in the
Athens 2004 OCOG (May 2001 – May 2002) and as Athens Headquarters Coordinator for
the United Staes Olympic Committee (January 2003 – December 2004). Works with the
International Olympic Academy. Presently he is a Professor at the Department of Physical
Education & Sport Science, Democritos University of Thrace, Greece, teaching sport
management, event management and international relations of sport. Authored / co-
authored books on these subjects. Published many articles in Greek and international
journals. Attended, taught and presented at many Greek and international seminars /
conferences.
