Projects - Career so far
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RedVelvetXR creates Extended Reality (XR) experiences, empowering organizations and companies to master Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR). Using an innovative approach, Red Velvet XR supports:
XR transitions, including specific requirements for Industry 4.0
Customized XR, AR, and MR applications
Enhanced services and educational partnerships offering comprehensive and customized XR strategy, applications, and industry solutions
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Achievements:
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Company creation and staffing
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Development of strategy and partnerships with major marketing and sales company
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Presentation of proposals for creating augmented reality applications for the municipalities of Athens and Trikala
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Project assignment from Athens municipality team for virtual reality tour application at Zappeion Megaron and Athens Concert Hall
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Creation of proposals for the Maritime industry and preparation for the Posidonia exhibition with augmented reality applications
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Currently, the company is on hold while we evaluate new members for our development team.
Stergiou Realty is the fastest-growing real estate business in Samos. As a company, it provides comprehensive real estate end-to-end solutions, treating each transaction as an opportunity to exceed expectations through transparency, reliability, and global best industry practices and expertise.
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With a strong foundation in the local market, the company leverages the latest technologies and a client-centric approach to provide high-level brokerage services that increase efficiency and meet each client's specific needs.
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Achievements:
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Built a community of 6,500+ members on social media platforms with potential expansion to neighboring islands
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Over 55 properties in the company's portfolio
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Development in short-term, long-term rentals, and sales
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Complete property management
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Combination of local knowledge with global experience to provide a simplified, effective real estate journey, tailored to local and international partners, leveraging strong strategic partnerships in Greece and abroad
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Daily client requests for collaboration
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The company is expanding into real estate investments and construction services with partners from across Greece. We have also begun taking on properties in the rest of Greece and developed end-to-end service partnerships in areas outside of Samos. The next step is collaboration with companies from abroad.
AboutSamos serves as a comprehensive digital platform promoting the cultural heritage and tourism potential of Samos island. It creates a unique differentiation in the island's image through Samos' brand positioning as "all of Greece in one island."
Through strategic curation of local attractions, activities, and amenities, the platform facilitates immersive experiences that authentically capture the essence of Samian life.
The website has attracted over 130,000 visitors in 2024, with minimal marketing costs.
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Achievements:
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Created the company from concept to implementation, optimizing business performance
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Formulated and implemented "Blue Ocean" strategy to achieve differentiation and value innovation
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Aligned image, brand, structure, and created website, SEO, digital marketing, sales, etc.
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Coordinated and negotiated all internal and external communications, strategic alliances, marketing, finances, etc.
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Developed a holistic approach for the local community by providing consulting services aimed at cooperation rather than competition
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Collaborated with 50+ small businesses & provided “microconsulting” services​
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Currently, AboutSamos is one of the most prominent websites in Google searches related to the island of Samos.
Founder
Samos, Greece
March 2017 to Present
I created OPA Natural Healing Products pending certification, focusing on traditional, fully organic, 100% natural personal care products, with the purpose of "knowledge preservation" of centuries-old traditions that were at risk of being lost.
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Achievements:
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Developed products and built the brand, market, and strategy, generating sales in both local and foreign markets
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Already secured partnerships for product exports to 8 different countries
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Pilot product placement in one of the largest pharmacies in Athens
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Conducted market research that enabled identification of new product needs
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Development of 4 additional products, with brand development and testing
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Discussions with the largest Greek tourist shop network for product placement across multiple locations in Greece and expansion of product range
​Marketing Contributor
Toronto, Canada & Athens, Greece
March. 2018 to September 2020
I was selected by VKSapp to contribute on Industry 4.0 topics in the US & EU markets.
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Researched market trends & customer needs on a global scale
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Published 10 articles & blogs about Industry 4.0 on LinkedIn, Quora & company website
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One of the top knowledge contributors for Industry 4.0 on Quora
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Over 1,000 followers and readers of my articles on LinkedIn
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Personal blogs on my website with over 21,000 reads
I was selected by a German market leader in SMART software solutions to orchestrate entry into new markets (Mexico & Americas).
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Achievements:
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Created XINTRIX company from zero
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Formulated and implemented strategy for entering the American market, including development of marketing strategy
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Developed and implemented differentiation strategy that led to innovative products, product category, payment methods, strategic partnerships with government, universities, clients, and organizations
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Created three new market business models, expanding the company's reach from Large Enterprises to SMEs
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Balanced short-term and long-term goals, achieving a 40% increase in profit margins
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Designed new brand, reducing marketing costs by 225%
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Developed website, digital marketing, sales and partnership network, including partnerships with local government securing budget cuts in training, taxation, location, government funding and promotion across industrial clusters
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Coordinated discussions with investors and clients, securing preliminary contracts
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Secured investments from local government and contributed to upgrading the region with Industry 4.0 expertise, making it the second most competitive country globally after Germany
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Identified unique opportunities for 70% funding savings through government initiatives per organizational department
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Cultivated, coordinated, and negotiated strategic alliances with private and government entities, as well as industrial groups
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The idea of a smartwatch application was pitched and eventually created by the partner company, allowing the client "Real-Time Data," view of operations, at their wrist.
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Increased the value of our partner company by €8 million from an initial investment valuation of €2 million
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Negotiated with Chinese investors for conversion of business model to SaaS.
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Business case study was created by EGADE University of Mexico based on our differentiation strategy and marketing approach
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Presented the company to over 130 OneMBA program students from around the world at the LATAM 2015 conference.
MD & Co-founder
Monterrey, Mexico
Sept. 2013 to June 2016
Ecocarspa was an innovative startup that used just 1 glass of water to wash a car, playing a significant role in water sustainability in the Nuevo Leon region and Mexico. The business model was highly specific and incorporated our own application and franchise development, thus expanding profitability through intellectual property (IP).
Our application could track savings for our customers (B2B & B2C) in liters of water, time, money, and CO2 emissions. Our customers could book appointments through our application, pay directly, and schedule where and when they wanted to receive our extensive services.
As a result of our work, over 32,000,000 liters of water were saved in the Nuevo Leon region, we received awards from the local government, while also helping educate and change the lives of our employees, who through training and development could eventually rise to our management.
At the same time our B2B customers helped their employees save time and convenience while achieving tax cuts.
At national conferences and exhibitions for environment and sustainability, we were asked to create a franchise model.
The application evolved into a business management application and was successfully presented to our suppliers, securing partnerships in the USA.
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Achievements:
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Grew the business from zero to 12 people, 8 locations, 1500 B2C customers & 12 B2B customers
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Created brand, marketing and strategic approach, defining key target audiences
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Orchestrated business processes and managed daily operations
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Doubled company size yearly for 3 consecutive years
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Increased staff performance by 30% & increased profitability by 60%
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Differentiated company from competitors, leading to new business opportunities
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Increased employee turnover by 200% from industry standard
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Created training programs, ensuring optimal quality (sales and customer service)
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Improved customer satisfaction by 20% and reduced product costs by 40%
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Presented company to customers, investors, national exhibitions, and strategic partners
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Won startup award with investors and startup incubator, and invited to participate on their teamSaved 32,000,000 liters of water in the Nuevo Leon region, Mexico
​​MD & Co-founder
Monterrey, Mexico
October 2011 to June 2013
The company was created as a transition into the Mexican market from the Netherlands during my OneMBA program studies. Best practices in international and diverse markets and industries were used, becoming the foundation and pilot for the later "microconsulting" methodology.
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Created the company from zero and secured clients in Mexico
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Managed operations, brand, marketing, sales, partnerships, staffing & strategic approach
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Created all corporate processes & training programs
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Provided consulting services to over 10 businesses in Mexico, including Business turnover, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Consulting Services, Hospitality support, Partnership with a leading Marketing company & Executive Coaching
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Created educational program for EGADE University and MBA program. Two versions were presented, one for 6 months (MBA & Executive MBA) and the second for 21 months (OneMBA)
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Achieved consulting success rate above 90%, average client profit improvement above 30%
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Increased client value during M&A by 80%
​MD & Founder
Rotterdam & The Hague, Netherlands
March 2007 to May 2011
Wings Marketing and Management Training was a member company of a large B2C organization with over 1,000 offices across 30 countries.
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Management of daily operations, including recruitment, administration, human resources, and sales
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Supported operations development across 8 locations and expansion into Belgium
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Trained all EU training academy trainers and streamlined training processes
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Managed South Netherlands region headquartered in The Hague
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Trained Rotterdam location both in the field (D2D) & in the office
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Created all corporate processes, training manuals, and company presentations
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Delivered over €25M in sales value to customers (B2C in energy & security)
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Launched a new sales division (B2C Events) in the Netherlands
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Increased new hire performance by 20% and retention by 35%
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Achieved 65% office growth, 143% sales growth, and 12% quality improvement over 12 months
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Training materials & procedures became "Best Training Practices" in Benelux
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The company reached No. 1 in sales volume among 180 EU offices within 6 months
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The company became one of the 3 most profitable Dutch offices for over 12 consecutive months
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The company and I received 37 awards for business and sales development & team growth
MD & Founder
​London & Luton, United Kingdom
Feb. 2002 to March 2007
My first venture into entrepreneurship following advice from a mentor at Airbus Group, due to difficulties returning to the company for security reasons after 9/11/01. One of my greatest learning experiences and biggest professional challenges for paradigm shift and self-confidence, as well as ego management.
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Learned D2D sales, recruitment, and "train the trainer" training practices
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Developed office from zero to full operational level, personally training the entire office
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Responsible for daily corporate operations, ensuring expansion to two new locations
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Office repeatedly reached top 3 performers in the United Kingdom (out of 132 offices)
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Office received 42 awards for sales development, business development & teamwork
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Delivered over £32M in sales value to customers (B2C energy)
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Invited to over 30 local & global "Rising Star & Best Practices" meetings
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Invited to support the Benelux country head
Private - Helicopter Flight Engineer
Greece
March 2000 to Sept. 2001
The Hellenic Army Aviation is part of the Hellenic Armed Forces. I served 18 months as part of National Service in Greece. The unit operates light aircraft and attack helicopters.
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Trained as flight engineer for UH-1H (Huey) helicopters
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Assigned to "Inspection & Quality Control Department"
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Responsible for training new recruits, technical library, and manual translations
Intern - Trainee - Customer Support Services Department
Blagnac, France
September 1998 to September 1999
Airbus Group SE is a European multinational aerospace and defense group. I was the first student of City University of London's history to be invited and complete a training internship at Airbus. I served directly under the Vice President of Customer Support Service and his executive team, where I took on supporting roles.
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Achievements:
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Training extension offered from 3 weeks to 52 weeks
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Led and completed over 60 cross-departmental projects saving millions of euros for the company
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Projects included:
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Airbus maintenance facilities guide
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Purchase agreement analysis
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Lease budget estimates
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Thorough business study of 4 company departments, etc.
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Supported customer presentations with heads of state and VIPs on various occasions, including the delivery of 4 A340s to the Greek Consul General in France
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Received a monetary excellence award for my internship and my training report was displayed in the Airbus library as an example for future interns regarding reports to be delivered
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Offered training extension at Airbus Industry North America (AINA)
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Offered positions within Airbus in Toulouse in the departments of:
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Customer Support Services
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Airbus Marketing
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Airbus Military
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Airbus Engineering
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Airbus Sales
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I had to decline the offers and postpone those for after my National service in Greece.