Despoina Athanasiou is a hospitality professional currently working as a Host Runner at One&Only Resorts since April 2024. Despoina has gained diverse experience in the food and beverage industry, previously serving as a Server/Bartender at Divani Collection Hotels and Barwoman - Barista at Elefantas Athens. Other roles include positions at Bookali Bar, Payaso Tex Mex restaurant, and STRETTO CAFE, demonstrating a solid background in customer service and bar operations. In addition to hospitality experience, Despoina has worked as a freelance Math Teacher and held customer service roles at Apika Slow Cook restaurant and Puff and Clouds Café. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Tourism and Hospitality Industry Executive at ΣΤΕΑΝ and possesses a background in mathematics from National & Kapodistrian University of Athens.