Profile:
Ioannis Bras, started his career in the U.K., after his
degree as a Structural Engineer and MSc in Project Management. Through
different positions of responsibility, like PFI projects and Risk Management in
the closure of nuclear reactors, he gained extensive knowledge and experience
in the Project Management sector. He has also worked in the development of
commercial & real estate projects, the development of Shopping Centers,
Project Management Services and Development of new projects.
For 6 years he was the head of Heraklion Port
Authority S.A. and he was also the Vice-Chairman of Hellenic Ports Association.
His prime focus was the strategic planning and development of the port and
destination, emphasizing on the Cruise Business and the promotion of
relationships with all stakeholders.
He is the Founder and CEO of Five Senses
Consulting & Development, a boutique consulting company that specializes in
Cruise Development for Ports and Destinations and Digital Destination Marketing
projects. His business model for cruise development FiveSenses©, develops
appropriate actions and gives the highest measurable results for visitor
satisfaction through the activation of Gastronomical, Historical and Cultural
parameters of the destination. His award winning Undercover Port Inspection identifies all areas for improvement and with a detailed report new
projects are being proposed to increase the awareness and experience of the
passengers. Other unique tools include the Destination Excursion Books and the Signature Smart Signs project.
Through his career he has won 22 Awards for destination development, cruise innovation and tourism and he is a Seatrade Destination Ambassador.
My Linkedin page : Ioannis Bras
