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Research paper thumbnail of Perceived financial performance in sport services firms: the role of HRM practices and innovation

Evidence-based HRM: a Global Forum for Empirical Scholarship

PurposeThe aim of the present study is to examine the impact of human resource (HR) practices (hu... more PurposeThe aim of the present study is to examine the impact of human resource (HR) practices (human resource empowerment, organizational culture and transformational leadership) on innovation activities as well as the effect of innovation activities on perceived financial performance within sport services firms.Design/methodology/approachThe proposed relationships were examined using empirical data from 172 managers of Greek sport services firms. Seemingly unrelated regression (SUR) analysis was used to investigate the role of human resource management (HRM) practices on innovation activities and whether innovation activities affected the perceived financial performance.FindingsThe results of the study indicated that HRM practices, such as human resource empowerment, organizational culture and transformational leadership, significantly impact innovation activities and subsequently innovation activities have a significant and positive effect on perceived financial performance as mea...

Research paper thumbnail of The Emergence of Cultural Resources, with the Aid of High Technology, as a Tool for Developing Tourism Enterprises

JOURNAL OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT, 2019

The natural world is becoming digital. According to Rifkin (2014), we are in the midst of the thi... more The natural world is becoming digital. According to Rifkin (2014), we are in the midst of the third revolution of the industrial sector and are moving into the 'Internet of Things' time frame, whilst we are already familiar with the Internet of Communication. As one of the primary targets for tourism is to find the proper ways to connect with culture, in order to develop tourism entrepreneurship, reduce the phenomenon of seasonality and ensure sources for conservation and maintenance of the monuments, a holistic scheme is needed that will change completely the existing perceptions and diversify the tourist experience. Advanced technology, provides new techniques on every tourism process. This is why innovation is equally important for the tourism industry, as in addition to consumer habits, technologies available, the legal framework and everchanging environmental criteria, there is also increased competition that makes the practice of innovation necessary. The aim of this paper is to highlight the ways in which tourism entrepreneurship can benefit and grow through the use of high technology in culture, certified information and fast access to it.

Research paper thumbnail of Tax Evasion in Hospitality Industry: Institutional Deficit, Mentality or Necessity?

Bulletin of Applied Economics

This paper focused on the study and analysis of the phenomenon of tax evasion in Greek hospitalit... more This paper focused on the study and analysis of the phenomenon of tax evasion in Greek hospitality companies (hotels). Its main research objective was to investigate the degree of tax evasion of hotel companies, to examine its causes, its implications and how to deal with it. The processing of the replies given shows that a large proportion of hoteliers consider that businesses are 'over-taxed', while a common belief is that if a more favourable tax treatment were to apply it would lead to a strengthening of the overall conscience/ideological perception in favour of the institution of taxation. Finally, it is necessary to take measures to deal more rationally with tourism enterprises and to review the taxation policies of hotel companies as a tool to support them in times of crisis such as the current Covid-19 pandemic. Keywords: Tax evasion, Over- taxed, Hospitality companies, Taxation policies.

Research paper thumbnail of Digital Technologies and Innovation in Airport Services: A Benefit Model Approach

Journal of Air Transport Studies

Significant changes have taken place at airports due to market liberalization, airport privatizat... more Significant changes have taken place at airports due to market liberalization, airport privatization and growing competition. The growing demand and evolving expectations of passengers, require new ways of using technologies, to enhance operational processes and the whole travel experience. The digital era is transforming the aviation industry and has a significant impact on its future. The aim of this study is to assess the benefits of applying digital technologies to airports and airlines and their inseparable connection with innovative services provision to passengers, while it describes how to create a seamless end to end experience at the airport, maintaining a high level of security. Moreover, the study underlines the contribution of digital technologies to aviation industry, focusing on the organizational integration and passenger experience optimization. Reference is made to the pandemic, of COVID-19 and its impact on air travel. Primary research methodology is qualitative, ...

Research paper thumbnail of Funding and Investments for Tourism Development: Air Transport Services in Paros Island

Journal of Air Transport Studies, 2019

Tourism development in a destination may be achieved under specific conditions and circumstances ... more Tourism development in a destination may be achieved under specific conditions and circumstances which include sufficient destination accessibility and connectivity. This paper aims to highlight the contribution of funding and investments for tourism development related to the destination’s transport infrastructure focusing on air services. Paros Island is the study case since it presents high interest due to recent funding and investments actions towards air transport sector. More specifically, Public Service Obligation (PSO) route Athens-Paros and local airport expansion, partially funded by the private sector investment action, are of high interest. Research methodology includes a secondary research of passenger traffic and hotel beds. Moreover, a primary research has been undertaken with personal interviews of tourism stakeholders of Paros Island regarding funding and investments on air services and destination’s tourism development. Findings indicate that indeed air traffic flo...

Research paper thumbnail of Land Use Policies and Their Impacts on Tourism Development. The Prefecture of Achaia in Greece as a Case Study

JOURNAL OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT, 2019

Recognising changes in land use over time, particularly in light of tourism and urban development... more Recognising changes in land use over time, particularly in light of tourism and urban development, plays an important role in exploring the evolution of the landscape. Human activity in various land uses cannot be observed directly; only the remaining evidence, such as human interventions and construction or the appearance of the landscape itself, can. The aim of this analysis, through the case study of Achaia Prefecture, is to highlight all of the economic effects that these changes in land use have on income, employment, property values and other matters, as well as on the main microeconomic aggregates of the regions.

Research paper thumbnail of The Contribution of Regional Airports on Tourism Enterprises. The Perspective of Tripoli Airport, in Greece

Journal of Air Transport Studies, 2019

Air transport and tourism development are considered to be two closely related concepts. Accordin... more Air transport and tourism development are considered to be two closely related concepts. According to international literature, one of the most important modes of passenger transport around the world is air transport, thus affecting the economic development of many areas, especially those isolated geographically and touristically, as well as local tourism businesses. Understanding the scale of these impacts is important not only for the development of tourism businesses and the local economy, but also for policy makers who make strategic decisions. Most studies focus on the impact of large airports on the national and regional economy, while much less attention has been given to the impact of airports on regional destinations. This study, exploring the potential of the Tripoli military airport in Greece as a civilian airport, seeks to analyse the functional relationship between small regional airports and local tourism businesses, the results of which can contribute to the financial...

Research paper thumbnail of Perceived financial performance in sport services firms: the role of HRM practices and innovation

Evidence-based HRM: a Global Forum for Empirical Scholarship

PurposeThe aim of the present study is to examine the impact of human resource (HR) practices (hu... more PurposeThe aim of the present study is to examine the impact of human resource (HR) practices (human resource empowerment, organizational culture and transformational leadership) on innovation activities as well as the effect of innovation activities on perceived financial performance within sport services firms.Design/methodology/approachThe proposed relationships were examined using empirical data from 172 managers of Greek sport services firms. Seemingly unrelated regression (SUR) analysis was used to investigate the role of human resource management (HRM) practices on innovation activities and whether innovation activities affected the perceived financial performance.FindingsThe results of the study indicated that HRM practices, such as human resource empowerment, organizational culture and transformational leadership, significantly impact innovation activities and subsequently innovation activities have a significant and positive effect on perceived financial performance as mea...

Research paper thumbnail of The Emergence of Cultural Resources, with the Aid of High Technology, as a Tool for Developing Tourism Enterprises

JOURNAL OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT, 2019

The natural world is becoming digital. According to Rifkin (2014), we are in the midst of the thi... more The natural world is becoming digital. According to Rifkin (2014), we are in the midst of the third revolution of the industrial sector and are moving into the 'Internet of Things' time frame, whilst we are already familiar with the Internet of Communication. As one of the primary targets for tourism is to find the proper ways to connect with culture, in order to develop tourism entrepreneurship, reduce the phenomenon of seasonality and ensure sources for conservation and maintenance of the monuments, a holistic scheme is needed that will change completely the existing perceptions and diversify the tourist experience. Advanced technology, provides new techniques on every tourism process. This is why innovation is equally important for the tourism industry, as in addition to consumer habits, technologies available, the legal framework and everchanging environmental criteria, there is also increased competition that makes the practice of innovation necessary. The aim of this paper is to highlight the ways in which tourism entrepreneurship can benefit and grow through the use of high technology in culture, certified information and fast access to it.

Research paper thumbnail of Tax Evasion in Hospitality Industry: Institutional Deficit, Mentality or Necessity?

Bulletin of Applied Economics

This paper focused on the study and analysis of the phenomenon of tax evasion in Greek hospitalit... more This paper focused on the study and analysis of the phenomenon of tax evasion in Greek hospitality companies (hotels). Its main research objective was to investigate the degree of tax evasion of hotel companies, to examine its causes, its implications and how to deal with it. The processing of the replies given shows that a large proportion of hoteliers consider that businesses are 'over-taxed', while a common belief is that if a more favourable tax treatment were to apply it would lead to a strengthening of the overall conscience/ideological perception in favour of the institution of taxation. Finally, it is necessary to take measures to deal more rationally with tourism enterprises and to review the taxation policies of hotel companies as a tool to support them in times of crisis such as the current Covid-19 pandemic. Keywords: Tax evasion, Over- taxed, Hospitality companies, Taxation policies.

Research paper thumbnail of Digital Technologies and Innovation in Airport Services: A Benefit Model Approach

Journal of Air Transport Studies

Significant changes have taken place at airports due to market liberalization, airport privatizat... more Significant changes have taken place at airports due to market liberalization, airport privatization and growing competition. The growing demand and evolving expectations of passengers, require new ways of using technologies, to enhance operational processes and the whole travel experience. The digital era is transforming the aviation industry and has a significant impact on its future. The aim of this study is to assess the benefits of applying digital technologies to airports and airlines and their inseparable connection with innovative services provision to passengers, while it describes how to create a seamless end to end experience at the airport, maintaining a high level of security. Moreover, the study underlines the contribution of digital technologies to aviation industry, focusing on the organizational integration and passenger experience optimization. Reference is made to the pandemic, of COVID-19 and its impact on air travel. Primary research methodology is qualitative, ...

Research paper thumbnail of Funding and Investments for Tourism Development: Air Transport Services in Paros Island

Journal of Air Transport Studies, 2019

Tourism development in a destination may be achieved under specific conditions and circumstances ... more Tourism development in a destination may be achieved under specific conditions and circumstances which include sufficient destination accessibility and connectivity. This paper aims to highlight the contribution of funding and investments for tourism development related to the destination’s transport infrastructure focusing on air services. Paros Island is the study case since it presents high interest due to recent funding and investments actions towards air transport sector. More specifically, Public Service Obligation (PSO) route Athens-Paros and local airport expansion, partially funded by the private sector investment action, are of high interest. Research methodology includes a secondary research of passenger traffic and hotel beds. Moreover, a primary research has been undertaken with personal interviews of tourism stakeholders of Paros Island regarding funding and investments on air services and destination’s tourism development. Findings indicate that indeed air traffic flo...

Research paper thumbnail of Land Use Policies and Their Impacts on Tourism Development. The Prefecture of Achaia in Greece as a Case Study

JOURNAL OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT, 2019

Recognising changes in land use over time, particularly in light of tourism and urban development... more Recognising changes in land use over time, particularly in light of tourism and urban development, plays an important role in exploring the evolution of the landscape. Human activity in various land uses cannot be observed directly; only the remaining evidence, such as human interventions and construction or the appearance of the landscape itself, can. The aim of this analysis, through the case study of Achaia Prefecture, is to highlight all of the economic effects that these changes in land use have on income, employment, property values and other matters, as well as on the main microeconomic aggregates of the regions.

Research paper thumbnail of The Contribution of Regional Airports on Tourism Enterprises. The Perspective of Tripoli Airport, in Greece

Journal of Air Transport Studies, 2019

Air transport and tourism development are considered to be two closely related concepts. Accordin... more Air transport and tourism development are considered to be two closely related concepts. According to international literature, one of the most important modes of passenger transport around the world is air transport, thus affecting the economic development of many areas, especially those isolated geographically and touristically, as well as local tourism businesses. Understanding the scale of these impacts is important not only for the development of tourism businesses and the local economy, but also for policy makers who make strategic decisions. Most studies focus on the impact of large airports on the national and regional economy, while much less attention has been given to the impact of airports on regional destinations. This study, exploring the potential of the Tripoli military airport in Greece as a civilian airport, seeks to analyse the functional relationship between small regional airports and local tourism businesses, the results of which can contribute to the financial...