BSc, MBA, YMI – 1852 PRIVATE DAY LUXURY CRUISES
Manos N. Roudas was born in Piraeus, Greece. He is an accomplished engineer, graduating from the Polytechnic of Wales and Cardiff University, and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Southern New Hampshire University (USA).
A dedicated maritime professional since 1996, he served as a professional skipper for both sailing and motor yachts. His career also encompasses extensive experience as a business management consultant, specializing in the shipping and yachting sectors.
In maritime education since 2000, he is a certified sailing instructor and holds the prestigious RYA Yachtmaster Instructor certification. He has collaborated closely with Greek government ministries and institutional bodies to author the official curriculum and training manual for the Vocational Training Institutes (SAEK/IEK) program "Recreational Vessel Skipper," as well as content supporting Greek marine tourism.
A professional columnist for Greek and international media since 1998, he has turned his focus in recent years to high-end VIP yachting. He is the founder of "1852 Private Boat Tours," which specializes in high-end private day cruises with luxury speedboats and premium services in the Athenian Riviera, the Saronic Gulf, and the Argolic Gulf.
