Green Stay Croatia Appoints Advisory Board to Scale Sustainable Tourism Platform
Singapore, 8th Apr 2026 – Green Stay Croatia, Croatia’s first online platform dedicated to eco-friendly accommodation nationwide, has announced the appointment of its inaugural Advisory Board. Selected from the Veblen Director Programme, the board brings expertise in digital growth strategy, tourism strategy, public policy, ESG leadership, and growth marketing. The appointment marks an important step as Green Stay Croatia expands its role connecting travellers with sustainable stays, supporting property owners with practical sustainability guidance, and strengthening trust in responsible travel choices across the country. The platform’s mission is to make eco-tourism more accessible, reliable, and locally rooted, while helping preserve Croatia’s natural and cultural heritage.
“Green Stay Croatia was built to make sustainable travel easier to discover, easier to trust, and more meaningful for both travellers and local communities,” said Ines Kovačić, Founder of Green Stay Croatia. “With the support of this Advisory Board, we are strengthening the structure, partnerships, and long-term vision needed to grow responsibly and help position Croatia as a leading destination for eco-conscious travel.”
Appointed Advisory Board Members
Tibor Dudjik – Chair of the Board, a technical COO and Non-Executive Director with deep experience scaling founder-led digital businesses from operational complexity to disciplined execution. Tibor brings expertise in digital transformation, operating model design, and scalable growth systems to support Green Stay Croatia as it builds trust, transparency, and platform reliability across a fragmented hospitality market.
“Green Stay Croatia sits at a powerful intersection of growing demand for sustainable travel and the operational challenge of scaling trust and transparency across a fragmented market. As Board Chair, I’m looking forward to helping the team build the systems and structure needed to turn a compelling vision into repeatable, scalable growth,” said Tibor Dudjik, Chair of the Board at Green Stay Croatia.
Bernhard Krupka – Board Advisor, a global aviation, travel, and tourism executive with over 25 years of leadership across Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia, and Asia-Pacific. Bernhard brings expertise in commercial strategy, transformation, governance, and tourism ecosystems, offering valuable guidance as Green Stay Croatia strengthens its position within the sustainable travel sector.
“Green Stay Croatia is addressing a timely and relevant opportunity in tourism. I look forward to supporting the team with strategic and commercial insight as it builds a trusted platform for travellers and accommodation providers committed to sustainability,” said Bernhard Krupka, Board Advisor at Green Stay Croatia.
Vineeta Dixit – Board Advisor, a seasoned public policy professional with more than 20 years of experience across technology, tourism, and digital economy policy, including leadership roles at Spotify, Airbnb, Google, and the Government of India. Vineeta brings expertise in regulatory navigation, stakeholder engagement, and trust-building across governments and civil society, supporting Green Stay Croatia as sustainable travel becomes an increasingly important policy and market priority.
“Sustainable tourism depends not only on great experiences, but also on trust, transparency, and alignment with broader policy and community priorities. I am pleased to support Green Stay Croatia as it builds a platform with the potential to create long-term value for travellers, hosts, and destinations alike,” said Vineeta Dixit, Board Advisor at Green Stay Croatia.
Nayan Patel – Board Advisor, a senior investment executive and board leader with two decades of experience across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Nayan brings expertise in ESG integration, governance, stakeholder alignment, and responsible growth, helping Green Stay Croatia embed sustainability into both its platform model and its long-term commercial strategy.
“Green Stay Croatia is addressing a real gap in sustainable tourism by making eco-friendly accommodation accessible, transparent, and trustworthy. I’m excited to support the team as they scale a platform where sustainability is embedded in the product, not treated as an afterthought,” said Nayan Patel, Board Advisor at Green Stay Croatia.
Sashidar Chakravarthi – Board Advisor, a growth-focused marketing leader with over 12 years of experience expanding brands, digital products, and SaaS platforms across APAC, Europe, and North America. Sashidar brings expertise in performance marketing, customer acquisition, product launches, and retention strategy to support Green Stay Croatia as it builds awareness, drives engagement, and builds a loyal user base.
“Green Stay Croatia has the foundations of a strong category leader in sustainable travel. I look forward to helping the team sharpen its growth engine, strengthen customer engagement, and turn market demand into measurable, long-term traction,” said Sashidar Chakravarthi, Board Advisor at Green Stay Croatia.
About Green Stay Croatia
Green Stay Croatia is Croatia’s first online platform dedicated to eco-friendly accommodation nationwide. It connects travellers with sustainable stays, promotes authentic local experiences, and supports property owners with education and resources to improve sustainability practices. The platform highlights environmentally responsible choices such as energy efficiency, community engagement, and low-impact tourism activities, helping travellers make choices that leave a positive mark on Croatia’s environment and communities.
Learn more at: https://greenstaycroatia.com
About the Veblen Director Programme
The Veblen Director Programme empowers executives and professionals with the skills and knowledge to excel in board and advisory roles. Through training, education, and a global network of skilled board members, Veblen supports organisations in navigating complex challenges, driving sustainable growth, and building impactful leadership teams.
Learn more at: https://www.veblendirectors.com
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