Philippos Kantarakis

Founder - CEO

Philippos Kantarakis is a graduate of the University of Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA, holding a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA). He is a highly experienced professional in the field of finance, business management and hospitality sector.

He began his career as a Senior Financial Consultant at Ernst & Young from 1996 to 2002, where he gained substantial expertise in strategic financial analysis and specialized in the design and implementation of financial models.

Since 2002, he has served as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in telecommunications companies (LANNET COMMUNICATIONS, COSMOLINE, KB IMPULS), media organizations (ALPHA TV, REAL NEWS, REAL FM, ENIKOS), and information technology companies (PROFILE, INDIGITAL). His extensive experience in these interconnected sectors, characterized by high knowledge intensity and technological expertise, has enhanced his comprehensive understanding and established him as a prominent figure in the fields of finance and business.

Since 2018, Philippos Kantarakis became an experienced professional at hospitality sector too. He has developed Skiathea Villas, a luxurious villa complex on the idyllic island of Skiathos. This exclusive retreat comprises three meticulously designed residences, crafted to provide guests with an unparalleled sense of peace and tranquility. The architecture incorporates signature Skiathian stone elements paired with a minimalist design aesthetic, creating an ideal haven for privacy, relaxation, and rejuvenation.

He specializes in areas such as business planning, budgeting, financial forecasting, the development of internal corporate reporting systems, the design and implementation of financial models, and the presentation of strategic plans to institutional investors and boards of directors.

Alongside his professional career, he has authored and published numerous articles examining financial costing and predictive financial models, and has delivered presentations at conferences on advanced costing systems. Additionally, he created the pioneering platform Finnews.gr, which provides specialized analyses of both macroeconomic and microeconomic data for companies and sectors of the Greek economy.