An Inspiring Celebration of Vision, Collaboration & Luxury Hospitality Excellence
On October 15th, 2025, the island of Zakynthos became the stage for a truly unforgettable gathering — the 2nd ThinkVilla Owners Summit, hosted at the island’s historic Local Theatre. With the Ionian Sea as its muse and innovation as its heartbeat, this extraordinary event united visionary leaders, property owners, and pioneers of luxury hospitality in a shared pursuit of inspiration and excellence.
From the very first moment, the atmosphere was charged with anticipation and energy. The event opened with a message of support from Member of Parliament Mr. Aktypis, followed by a heartfelt address by Mayor Mr. Stasinopoulos, honouring ThinkVilla’s contribution to the island’s hospitality landscape. Returning once again to inaugurate the Summit, Mr. Christos Xenos, CEO & Founder of Xenos Group Hotels, set the tone for a day devoted to collaboration and visionary thinking.
A highlight of the evening was a live address from Mrs. Valia Kokkinou, CEO & Founder of ThinkVilla, joining from Crete. Her inspiring words captured the essence of the brand’s philosophy — where hospitality transcends service to become an art form of connection, emotion, and design. The summit’s distinguished guest speakers elevated the conversation even further. Mrs. Elpida Lampi, representing Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy, and Mr. Emmanouil Meletakos from VRBO & Expedia, shared exclusive insights into upcoming trends and traveller expectations for Season ’26, spotlighting Zakynthos as a rising icon of Mediterranean luxury.
From the ThinkVilla team, Mr. Nikos Agaliotis, Head of Yield & Revenue, offered a deep dive into evolving market dynamics, while Mr. Stelios Papadakis, Senior Product Manager, unveiled the brand’s refined quality frameworks. Mr. Giorgos Mainolas, Head of IT, revealed the digital innovations powering ThinkVilla’s seamless guest journey — where technology quietly enhances, never intrudes.
The day concluded with a visionary keynote from Mrs. Maria Gkonta, COO & Co-Owner of ThinkVilla. Her address on the future of luxury hospitality and the evolving desires of tomorrow’s traveller left guests inspired, reaffirming the brand’s commitment to shaping meaningful experiences that transcend the ordinary.
As twilight descended over Zakynthos, guests gathered in the theatre’s foyer for flying canapés, fine drinks, and warm conversation, capturing the essence of the evening in a final, celebratory photograph — a moment of connection, gratitude, and shared purpose.
The resounding success of the Owners Summit 2025 reaffirms the values that define ThinkVilla: excellence, authenticity, and the art of meaningful partnership. Together, we continue to shape the next chapter of luxury villa hospitality — one that is personal, timeless, and unforgettable.
Here’s to new horizons, bold collaborations, and the enduring spirit of ThinkVilla.
