I am a seasoned AI-Driven Digital Strategist and Business Director with over 20 years of experience in digital marketing and account management.

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I am a seasoned AI-Driven Digital Strategist and Business Director with over 20 years of experience in digital marketing and account management. I love using AI tools and automation to boost efficiency and help businesses grow. I’ve led teams of more than 20 design, content, and tech professionals and managed P&L for multimillion-dollar projects across more than 20 global brands.

Over the years, I’ve spearheaded SEO strategies, driven business growth across Asia, and developed innovative processes to improve operational efficiency. I’m passionate about leveraging technology and creativity together and am now looking forward to a senior leadership role where I can make a real impact with AI-driven marketing and operational excellence.

  • 11 years' experience
  • Joined December 2024

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • Greek, ModernIntermediate
  • ThaiBeginner
  • FrenchIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Software & Internet
  • Consumer Goods
  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Government
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 5 roles

Director of Strategy & Operations · BurdaLuxuryJan 2023 – Dec 2024 · 2 yrs

Spearheaded SEO business strategy for Augment, aligning with company growth objectives and driving new business opportunities. Provided strategic guidance as part of Augment’s leadership team, improving decision-making and operations. Introduced new services and expanded into new markets with strategic partnerships. Led innovation and process improvements, reducing pitch proposal turnaround time by 50%. Secured 70% success rate in new business acquisition and achieved 40% Gross Margin improvement in 2023 by implementing new business direction.

Regional Head of Creative Services · HavasSep 2018 – Jan 2023 · 4 yrs 5 mos

Drove profit and growth across Asia for the creative services division covering Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and India. Led and inspired a team of 25 creative and digital marketing experts to deliver bespoke marketing campaigns. Developed and implemented standard operating procedures and workflows to optimize processes. Resolved workflow issues, supported business growth, initiated and secured ongoing business with three new client accounts. Hit revenue targets within the first year and expanded digital service offerings to scale operations.

Head of Digital · HavasFeb 2016 – Apr 2018 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Led profit and growth across social, mobile, programmatic, and performance divisions in APAC. Grew each division as its own business with clear goals to achieve digital growth targets. Managed a team of digital media experts, collaborated with regional account management and media buying teams. Secured new business and expanded client relationships, including onboarding Michelin as a new regional client. Grew client base from 1 to 19 in two years and focused on operational excellence to improve campaign efficiency.

Business Director · Aleph-Labs (previously Edge Asia)Aug 2015 – Feb 2016 · 7 mos
Account Director · Edge AsiaOct 2012 – Jul 2015 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Education

Bachelor of Social Sciences · Bath Unicersity1996 – 1999
BSc Social Sciences · Bath Spa University1999
A Levels · Cardiff College1996

Certifications and awards· 5

Google search certificate2024
Clickup expert2025
Advanced Search Engine Optimization2023
Google Ads Search Certification2023

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