Dr. Ioannis Pappas, Director for the Mediterranean Region at the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), has been formally invited to serve as a member of the DMO and Ecosystem Board for the D3Hub (Data-Driven Destinations Hub).
D3Hub, an EU Competence center, is dedicated to assisting tourism destinations in adopting data-driven approaches for greener and more sustainable development. The initiative focuses on empowering Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by providing tailored digital solutions, data-sharing frameworks, and sustainability-focused strategies. As a member of the DMO and Ecosystem Board, Dr. Pappas will play a key role in shaping the project’s direction, offering insights on sustainable tourism practices, and contributing to a wide range of tasks.
Furthermore, Dr. Pappas will assist along with other board members, in the testing and implementation phases of D3Hub’s pilot programs, designed to help European destinations transition toward data-driven management and more sustainable practices. Through his advisory role, he will ensure that sustainable tourism remains a driving force behind the initiative’s innovative solutions, ultimately contributing to the broader goal of creating a more resilient, responsible, and data-informed tourism industry across Europe.
‘I am honored to join the Advisory Board of D3Hub, an initiative that will significantly shape the future of Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) in Europe. By integrating sustainability through the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) framework, we can help DMOs adopt data-driven strategies that not only support their growth but also prioritize responsible and sustainable tourism development. I look forward to contributing to this essential work, ensuring that sustainability is at the forefront of our solutions.’ – Dr. Ioannis Pappas, Director for the Mediterranean Region, GSTC.
The D3Hub initiative, coordinated by AnySolution, counts with Several European tourism actors with support from leading organizations and experts is set to play an important role in shaping the tourism of tomorrow—one that is more sustainable, resilient, and driven by data-informed decision-making.
More information can be found here: https://www.d3hub-competencecentre.eu/
