President, Santorini Hotel Association
Civil Engineer | Tourism & Hospitality Executive
Antonis Pagonis is the youngest individual ever elected to lead a Hotel Association in Greece. A civil engineer by training and a second-generation entrepreneur, he brings together technical expertise with deep-rooted experience in the tourism sector. He currently oversees hotel operations and manages the largest car rental fleet in the Cyclades. With strong ties to Oia and a strategic vision for Santorini’s future, Pagonis advocates for modern infrastructure, the implementation of a Destination Management & Marketing Organization (DMMO), and the evolution of Santorini into a model of sustainable, high-quality tourism.
