Christos Provistalis has a mission to help organizations reframe and rethink their corporate culture, resulting in an enhanced customer experience. This inspirational speaker has helped many businesses and non-profits discover the motivation and purpose behind their operations, leading to periods of renewal.
In 1994, Christos was happily taken out of high school for a week to help open his family’s pizzeria, Pleasant Pizza in Willimantic, Connecticut. He worked there throughout high school and while attending college full-time. After his graduation, at the age of 23, he became solely responsible for the operation for two years. In 2002, Christos purchased the liquor store next door to the pizzeria, creating a great synergy between the two businesses (Who doesn’t love pizza and beer?). Christos successfully ran the liquor store until selling it in 2007.
Christos then moved to Orlando, Florida, where he attended Disney University and realized his passion for customer service. Disney is known as the worldwide leader in customer service, and through their signature courses, they have taught executives from around the world how to design exemplary service experiences.
He had the opportunity to learn from a diverse group of dynamic leaders and executives during his time with the company. Christos became a guest service leader at Walt Disney World’s flagship resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. During his time with the resort, Christos served Angelica Rivera; the First Lady of Mexico, Tina Fey, the Real Housewives of OC, high-level government officials, and executives from Fortune 100 companies.
In 2016, Christos moved back home to pursue a relationship with his now-wife, Erin. Simultaneously, Dimitri, Christos‘s youngest brother, took over the family business. Christos rejoined the family business in 2017 and assisted Dimitri in running the operation until his successful exit in 2021. Christos assisted Dimitri in growing revenues fourfold. In 2019, Pleasant Pizza was named the second-best pizzeria in the state by Connecticut’s premiere newspaper, The Hartford Courant.
In addition to his speaking, training, and consulting services, Christos serves on the board of directors for a local nonprofit commercial kitchen. In this capacity, he assists restauranteurs with developing a strong foundation to craft their stories. He is also an active member of his local Lions Club which helps numerous nonprofit organizations throughout the state. Christos lives with his wife Erin in Connecticut and loves to travel, try new pizzerias, and spend time with family and friends.
Christos Provistalis helps businesses as they seek to understand and improve the way they deal with clients and employees. His lessons about the deeper motivations behind behavior will lead to positive change at your workplace. Contact us today to get space on his presentation schedule.
Christos Provistalis is an inspirational keynote speaker and trainer focused on corporate culture and the customer care experience. His authentic, engaging style helps leaders and employees consider the genuine connections that increase customer loyalty and help workplaces thrive.
