Janis Balodis

Janis Balodis is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in sales and leadership within various sectors, including IT infrastructure, field service management, and startups. Currently serving as the Head of Sales at DATI Group since July 2024, Janis also holds positions as a member of BADideas.fund, Founder & Strategic Advisor at EXPANBY, and Co-Founder of FSMTalks. Previously, Janis has successfully led commercial strategies as Chief Commercial Officer at Frontu and has held roles including VP of Sales and Country Manager. Janis's leadership in organizations such as BNI Segewold and the Youth Society of Koknese underscores a commitment to networking and youth development. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Diplomacy from Latvijas Universitate and multiple Bachelor's degrees in areas such as EU fund management and culture management.