Yiannis Kourakis

Yiannis Kourakis is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in strategic projects and planning, currently serving as Executive Director and Regional Head of Strategic Projects & Planning at Grab GXS Bank since February 2018. Kourakis has successfully led initiatives in business performance management, product prioritization, and the launch of a digital bank, while managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder alignment. Previous roles at GrabFood included Director and Senior Manager, where significant contributions were made to strategy development and the successful scaling of food delivery and grocery services across Southeast Asia. Prior consulting experience at McKinsey & Company involved advising clients across various sectors, delivering growth and cost-saving strategies. Kourakis started a career in engineering with structural roles in transportation infrastructure, complemented by an impressive educational background that includes an MBA from Stanford University and multiple engineering degrees from renowned institutions.