Giannis Kanlis

Giannis Kanlis has a diverse work experience spanning several organizations and roles. Giannis (Ioannis) began their career in 2002 with the Hellenic Navy, where they held various positions such as Director of Navy's Defense Investments Budget Department, HR Director (Supply Corp), Chairman of HNSC Procurement Committee, and Head Manager of Weapons and Electronics Supply Chain Department. In these roles, they managed financial intricacies, procurement and logistics, and supply chain operations related to defense assets and investments.

In 2013, they served as the Director of Procurement and Logistics Directorate at the Gunship Fleet HQ, where they oversaw the procurement and logistics functions. Prior to that, they were the Vice Director of Computerization & IT Directorate, responsible for IT operations and strategy. Giannis (Ioannis) also held the role of Sea Duty Procurement and Budget Director, where they managed procurement and budget activities.

In 2016, Giannis pursued postgraduate studies and completed them in 2016. In 2019, they joined the Plato's Academy Centre as a Member of the Management Board. Currently, they are working as the District Finance Manager at Toastmasters International | District 109. Their responsibilities include financial management, budget formulation, and expense management for the district, which covers 14 countries in Central and SE Europe, and Israel.

Throughout their career, Giannis has demonstrated expertise in financial management, procurement, logistics, and IT operations.

Giannis (Ioannis) Kanlis, MBA, MSc. has a diverse education history with a focus on business, economics, and management. Giannis (Ioannis) earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with Highest Honor from the Naval Postgraduate School in 2016, specializing in Finance and Financial Management Services. In 2020, they obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree with Highest Honor from the University of Peloponnese, studying Economics, Defence, and Security Studies. Additionally, in 2020, they completed a Specialization Programme in Human Resource Management at the University of Minnesota. Kanlis also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), which they earned between 1998 and 2002. Giannis (Ioannis) has also received various certifications in areas such as public speaking, supply chain management, design-led strategy, business metrics, and more.