Michalis Serpetsidakis, Owner & CEO
Michalis Serpetsidakis, Founder and CEO of Onmedia Digital, leads the top digital media group of Crete. He holds an HND and BA in Media Production and Administration from Salford University, an MBA from EEDE, a Business Coaching certification from Kingstown College, and advanced training in Negotiations from the Athens University of Economics and Business. With over 20 years in audiovisual production and more than 14 years as owner and CEO of cretalive.gr, Michalis has driven Onmedia Digital to become a leader in the digital publishing industry, known for innovation and excellence.
Irini Tsaka, Editor-in-chief
Eirini Tsaka studied at the Professional Journalism Workshop. She began her career in private radio and collaborated with newspapers and magazines for many years. She has covered all types of reporting and produced and presented news programs and bulletins on the radio. She has been part of the Cretalive team since its inception in 2010, and in 2019, she took on the role of editor-in-chief in the Journalism Department.
Katerina Georganteli, Commercial Director
Katerina Georganteli has studied Business Administration and holds specialized diplomas in Marketing, Communication, Social Media, and Human Resources Management. She has taken on the role of Commercial Director at Onmedia, responsible for the development of new digital communication products and services. Utilizing the strength of the group, she shapes the communication strategy for Onmedia’s businesses and partners to help them achieve their goals.
Anastasia Michalodimitraki, Operations Manager
Anastasia Michalodimitraki, a graduate in Applied Mathematics from the University of Crete, works as the Operations Manager at Onmedia Digital. Anastasia coordinates and optimizes the company’s daily operations, ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of processes. She is responsible for developing improvement strategies and monitoring performance. Her vision is to create a flexible and innovative operational structure that enhances Onmedia Digital’s competitiveness while also fostering a supportive and positive work environment for the team.
Stavros Karaindros, Managing Editor
Stavros Karaindros, a graduate of the Sports Journalism Center in 1998, has an extensive career in journalism. He began at Sport FM and spent 20 years as Chief Editor at Contra.gr. He has collaborated with Oneman.gr, Matrix24.gr, and Betmarket.gr, and contributed to “Kosmos tou Ependyti” and “Sportday.” He also produced daily shows for SPORT24 Radio and managed betting content for “Pame Stoixima.” Since 2018, he is the Managing Editor of Cretalive.gr and Capitano.gr, and the podcast producer for Livetalks at Onmedia Digital.
Katerina Pandinaki, Managing Editor
Katerina Pantinaki is a journalist with 20 years of experience in print and digital media. She is also involved in Political Communication. She has been part of the Cretalive team since its inception in 2010 and currently, she works as a managing editor at Cretalive. She studied Communication and Media at Panteion University and speaks English, German, and Italian.
Katerina Mylona, Content Manager
With studies in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Katerina Mylona has been working as a journalist since 2005. She briefly worked at the Press Office of the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA). Katerina has experience in newspapers, magazines, and has hosted a daily news program on a Cretan radio station. In the digital age of information, she transitioned to Onmedia Digital in 2020, initially joining Cretalive and later becoming part of the Discover Crete team as the Content Manager. Her reporting primarily focuses on education and research.
Maria Agapaki, Journalist
Maria Agapaki has approximately 20 years of experience in journalism. She initially worked at the Lambrakis Press Organization as an editor for the magazine supplements and later at Greece’s first continuously operating news portal since 1999, in.gr. She has been with Cretalive.gr since January 2023, specializing mainly in local government issues as well as general reporting.
Maria Asargioti, Journalist
Maria Asargioti was born and resides in Heraklion, Crete. In 2013, she graduated from MBS College, successfully completing a three-year course in the “Print Journalism” department of Nottingham Trent University. She began working in local media in 2012, and in 2019, she joined the Onmedia Group, where she started writing for Cretalive.gr.
Eleni Bourma, Journalist
Eleni Bourma studied journalism in Thessaloniki, where she also began her career in the media. She has worked in newspapers and radio since 1999 and has lived permanently in Heraklion since 2004. Although radio is her great love, Cretalive.gr won her over from its first days of operation. She particularly enjoys covering economic columns and topics related to the primary sector.
Kostas Dimakis, Senior Media Producer and Director
Kostas Dimakis is skilled in directing, editing, screenwriting, and sound engineering. He holds an HND in Media Production from Salford University and studied TV Productions at the University of Hawaii. Since 2000, Kostas has collaborated with leading companies in TV, film production, and advertising. He excels in 360-degree video production, having created over 200 videos. His portfolio includes documentaries, ads, 3D renderings, short films, and music videos. Proficient in post-production and graphics using Adobe After Effects and Apple Motion, he also writes scripts for various media, ensuring comprehensive project management from pre-production to post-production.
Elina Farsari, Journalist
Elina Farsari was born in Heraklion and is a journalist, radio producer, and podcaster, as well as a member of Αssociation of Editors. She studied journalism in Athens and holds a degree in Cultural History from the Hellenic Open University. Since entering the field in 1994, she has worked in radio, newspapers, and websites in Athens and Heraklion. Joining Onmedia’s Journalistic Department in 2019, she also collaborates with the Commercial Department as a copywriter. Elina is part of the Cretalive.gr editorial team and produces the popular podcast “Ιστορία της Κυριακής” (Istoria tis Kiriakis) co-hosts “Φουλ πρεσβυωπία” (Full Presbyopia), and actively participates in Livetalks’ audiovisual productions.
Anna Halepaki, Journalist
With studies at IEK AKMI in Heraklion and having worked for the KRITI TV group, Anna Chalepaki has been actively involved in journalism for the past four years. Her career in the field began with television, where she did her internship on a midday entertainment show. She then worked as a journalist for the group’s website for about 2.5 years, and in recent months, she has joined the Onmedia group.
Evangelia Kareklaki, Journalist
Evangelia Kareklaki has been a journalist since 1997, working in both print and electronic media in Heraklion, Crete. She began with general reporting but quickly moved to crime and court reporting, which she covers with dedication and passion. She has a keen interest in human stories. Evangelia was a correspondent for the historic newspaper “Ethnos” for many years and joined the “Patris” newspaper team in 2008. Since 2010, she has been an integral part of the Cretalive journalistic team.
Ioulia Karouzaki, Journalist
Ioulia Karouzaki is a journalist with extensive experience in online news and social media. She holds a degree in Print Journalism from Nottingham Trent University and has been working with Onmedia Digital since 2012. Throughout her career, Ioulia has been involved in reporting, interviews, radio shows, and live broadcasts. She is known for her professionalism and ability to adapt to the demands of the modern journalism landscape, providing reliable information. Ioulia contributes to both portals of Onmedia Digital as a writer and also hosts the successful TikTok show “Vox Pop” on Cretalive‘s channel.
Froso Mastoridi, Journalist
Froso Mastoridi holds a degree in Sociology from the University of Crete and has pursued postgraduate studies at the Hellenic Open University, focusing on Criminological and Penal Approaches to Corruption, Organized Crime, and Economic Crime. She has been in the field of journalism since 2021, when she joined the Onmedia group, with a particular fondness for reporting on small stories about remarkable people. A champion of equality and freedom, she hopes for a cleaner, brighter future.
Eva Mavrantonaki, Account Manager
Eva Mavrantonaki, a graduate in Philology with a Master’s in Digital Innovation, is the accomplished Account Manager at Cretalive. At Onmedia Digital, she is known for her exceptional efficiency in completing daily tasks and her outstanding communication skills with clients. Eva’s passion for her work drives her to seamlessly blend her extensive knowledge with practical experience, ensuring every client enjoys a high-quality experience. Her dedication and expertise make her an invaluable asset to the team.
Maria Vidali, Bookkeeper
Maria Vidali works as a Bookkeeper at Onmedia Digital, leveraging her mathematical knowledge from the University of Crete. Her responsibilities include accurately recording and monitoring financial transactions, preparing and analyzing financial reports, managing accounting documents, and overseeing the drafting and monitoring of partnership agreements. Her goal is to ensure transparency and proper resource management, contributing to the achievement of Onmedia Digital’s strategic objectives.