Dr. Stelios Marneros is a leading Assistant Professor specializing in Hotel, Tourism, and Event
Management at European University Cyprus. With a robust educational foundation, he earned his

Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, followed by a
Master of Science in Hotel and Catering Management from Manchester Metropolitan University, and a
Doctorate in Hotel Management Pedagogy from Middlesex University.
His career at European University Cyprus began in 2004, initially as a lecturer before transitioning to an
assistant professor role in 2020. Prior to his academic career, Dr. Marneros gained practical industry
experience as a Food and Beverage Manager at Atlantica Hotel in Cyprus.
Dr. Marneros is recognized for his scholarly contributions to the fields of hospitality management and
tourism, particularly in core competency frameworks, digital marketing strategies in hospitality, and
entrepreneurship in family-owned SMEs. His research often explores the intersection of theory and
practice, aiming to enhance industry standards and educational methodologies in hospitality
management.
Notable publications include studies on the development of hospitality management core
competencies, the implementation of information and communication technologies in retail, and the
examination of key success competencies for the hospitality industry. He has also been an active
participant in the DIMAS project under the Erasmus+ initiative, focusing on digital marketing in
secondary education.
As a member of the System Research Center, Dr. Marneros brings invaluable insights into hospitality and
tourism management, significantly enriching the center's research capabilities and industry connections.