Despoina Chatzilari

Despoina Chatzilari is an experienced events professional with a robust background in hospitality and coordination. Currently serving as the Interim Head of Events at the Centre for Economic Policy Research since November 2022, Despoina previously held positions such as Education Training and Events Executive at the College of Optometrists and Program Manager at CX Symposium. Despoina's extensive expertise in event management is complemented by roles at CMS as a Senior Event Coordinator and at ISS Facility Services UK as an Event Coordinator and Hospitality Supervisor, where operational management and team supervision were key responsibilities. Additionally, Despoina has experience in the hospitality sector from previous positions at Shake Shack and The Gore and The Pelham Hotels. Educational achievements include a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from The Open University and ongoing pursuit of a Master's degree in Psychology from Arden University.