Despina Karatzias
Despina Karatzias
I’ve worked in various digital marketing and business development roles for regional airlines, hotels and cruise liners. I managed a hot air balloon business - Global Ballooning Australia which took me around the world as I helped launch the experience to the international market. I penned what I learned in a self-published book, Adventures of a Balloon Girl.
In 2014 I followed my calling to teach and became a certified trainer and assessor launching my own training and mentoring practice. Since launching I have developed over 30 online and group training programs specialising in digital, social media marketing, and tourism. Creating and delivering these programs to empower business owners and marketing professionals to be their own media and step up their marketing greatness fills me up.
I'm passionate about igniting excellence in people! I love spending time with my family and using all the digital tools available to help business and careers grow. What really gets me out of bed most mornings though is my 4.30am alarm. I love to start the day with a morning run or strength training to keep me fit and energised.
Academic Credentials
Bachelor of Science, Tourism Management - RMIT
Cert IV in Training and Assessment - Business - MWT Institute
Diploma of Coaching - The Coaching Institute
Advanced Diploma of Tourism, Travel Services Management
Diploma of Tourism, and Hospitality
Melbourne Tourism Leadership Program
Work Experiences
General Manager - Tourism Tribe
Chief Navigator - Navii Digital
Trainer and Content Creator - Institute of Excellence
Trainer and Assessor - Monarch Institute
Courses taught by trainer
Advanced Diploma of Digital Marketing
11266NATRecent stats show that now more than ever, organisations are focusing their marketing budgets on digital.
Diploma of Digital Marketing
10931NATThe digital marketing industry is constantly evolving, and it's important that you stay on top of your game.
Marketing and Communication Foundations Skill Set
BSBSS00107Whether you're a small busines owner or satrting your career in marketing, this course will help you build a strong foundation for your small business and learn the basics of online marketing to attract the right clients and build a loyal following.
Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication
BSB40820You need a foundation level course that covers all the stuff you really need to know in marketing and communications.
Diploma of Marketing and Communication
BSB50620Whether you're taking your first steps into marketing, or have years of experience under your belt, this course has something for everyone.
Diploma of Social Media Marketing
10904NATEmployer demand for employees with a social media skillset continues to grow, with salaries ranging from $75K - $155K p. a.
AI for Business and Marketing
Embark on a transformative journey with our AI in Digital Marketing course, designed for marketers eager to revolutionise their strategies.
Customer Experience (CX)
In our fast paced world the needs of customers are constantly changing.
Data and Web Analytics
Be the person your colleagues connect with when they need to make sense of data.
Email Marketing
No experienced digital marketer would ever underestimate the immense potential of email marketing.
Paid Search (PPC)
Are you wanting to level up your skills in the paid media space? Then this is the ideal course for you.
Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
It’s all well and good to have a good looking website, but if it’s not being found in Google search results, is it really working as hard as it should be? In this short course, we’ll get you up to speed on what makes a well-optimised website.
Social Media Marketing
Do you love social media and want to jump into a social media role but feel you could do with some formal upskilling first? By gaining this globally recognised associate-level certification you’ll put yourself in a great position to stand out from other candidates.
Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP) Course
Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP)DMI Certification is not only recognized worldwide, but it's also setting the global standard for digital marketing.
Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP) New Zealand
Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP)You need a marketing course that’ll leave you ready to work.