Michael Xenakis

BSc, Computer Science, University of Athens; MSc, Applied Economics and Finance, University of Athens; PhD, Accounting and Auditing, The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Greece; MBA, Athens University of Economics and Business; PhD, Strategic Management, Athens University of Economics and Business

Dr. Xenakis is an Assistant Professor at the School of Business. He has been a member of the Deree faculty since 2021 and teaches courses in the areas of strategy and entrepreneurship. Prior to joining Deree, he had worked as a Certified Public Accountant with experience in various sectors, including technology, energy, manufacturing, and services, among others. His research interests focus on corporate strategy and business models.

Selected Publications 

• Xenakis, M., & Voutsina, K. (2024), ‘A fresh wind in brewing: Understanding the nexus of business model innovation, its internal antecedents and craft brewery performance’. 40th EGOS Colloquium, Milan, Italy
• Voutsina, K. & Xenakis, M., (2024), ‘Exploring the relationship of inclusive Leadership and Innovative Craft-based Work: the case of Greek microbrewing industry.’ 7th Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Leadership Symposium, Thessaloniki, Greece.
• Manolopoulos, D., Salavou, H., Papadopoulos, A. & Xenakis, M. (2024). Strategic Decision-Making and Performance in Social Enterprises: Process Dimensions and the Influence of Entrepreneurs’ Proactive Personality. Entrepreneurship Research Journal. https://doi.org/10.1515/erj-2021-0147
• Xenakis, M., Manolopoulos, D. & Papadopoulos, A. (2022), ‘Business Model Portfolio Designs and Firm Performance: A Configurational Approach.’ Administrative Sciences Association of Canada Conference, Halifax, Canada.
• Xenakis, M. (2020), ‘In Search of a Comprehensive Typology: Business Models in the Software Industry’, 47th Academy of International Business (UK & Ireland) Conference, AIB, Glasgow, UK.