Babis Thamnidis

Babis Thamnidis is an experienced finance executive currently serving as the CFO for JTI in Greece, Cyprus, Malta, and the SEKAP factory since March 2009, where responsibilities include overseeing financial planning and analysis, annual and strategic planning, and compliance. Previously, Babis held positions such as Regional Financial Planning & Analysis Manager for the Americas at JTI and Financial Planning & Analysis Associate focusing on Greece, Cyprus, and Malta. Prior to JTI, experience included roles as a Credit Analyst at Shell and participation in a credit risk stress-testing project at Piraeus Bank. Babis holds an International MBA in Financial Engineering and a BSc in Accounting & Finance from Athens University of Economics and Business, complemented by executive training at institutions such as INSEAD and London Business School.