Vassilis Kostoulas
About Vassilis Kostoulas
Vassilis Kostoulas is a Senior Editor at The Economist and a journalist at Kathimerini, with a strong background in economic and political reporting. He has previously served as Editor in Chief at I Naftemporiki and has interviewed notable figures such as Emmanuel Macron and Jack Lew.
Work at The Economist
Vassilis Kostoulas has served as a Senior Editor at The Economist since 2006. His role involves overseeing editorial content and contributing to the publication's analysis of economic and political issues. He has been instrumental in shaping the editorial direction of the magazine, particularly in relation to the Greek and European economies. Additionally, he has taken on the responsibility of Chief Editor for the Greek and Cypriot edition of The Economist's annual publication 'The World in...' for eight consecutive years.
Experience at Η ΝΑΥΤΕΜΠΟΡΙΚΗ
Before joining The Economist, Vassilis Kostoulas worked as the Editor In Chief at Η ΝΑΥΤΕΜΠΟΡΙΚΗ from 2013 to 2020. During his seven-year tenure in Athens, Greece, he led editorial initiatives and managed content strategies, contributing to the publication's reputation in economic journalism.
Current Role at Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗ
Since 2020, Vassilis Kostoulas has been working as a Journalist at Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗ. In this position, he focuses on reporting and analysis of economic and political matters, leveraging his extensive experience in journalism to provide insights into current events and trends.
Education and Expertise
Vassilis Kostoulas completed his high school education at the 4th High School of Glyfada, earning a High School Diploma. He furthered his studies at the Private School of Journalism - Εργαστήρι Επαγγελματικής Δημοσιογραφίας from 1999 to 2001, where he obtained a Diploma in Journalism. His academic background supports his specialization in economic and political issues, particularly regarding the structural characteristics of the Greek and European economy.
Interviews with Prominent Figures
Throughout his career, Vassilis Kostoulas has conducted interviews with notable international figures, including Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, and Jack Lew, the former US Treasury Secretary. These interviews reflect his engagement with key political and economic leaders, enhancing his profile as a journalist.