Our Team
Maria Vourgidou – Key Executive
Maria Vourgidou is a distinguished co-manager at our Fund, having specialized in strategic financial management within the banking sector. Her expertise is rooted in her experiences with leading financial institutions such as Deutsche Bank, Morgan Stanley, HSBC, Citi Group, Standard Chartered Bank, and BNP Paribas, where she led significant roadshows and developed strong stakeholder relationships.
Maria excelled in Investor Relations and Corporate Broking, contributing to major deals in Debt Capital Markets and Equities. Her adept project management skills have successfully raised capital for large corporations and governments, demonstrating her capacity to navigate complex financial initiatives.
Maria holds a BA in Social Anthropology & History from the University of the Aegean and an MSc in International and European Economic Studies from Athens University of Economics and Business. Her academic and professional journey underscores her ability to integrate economic insights with cultural understanding, making her a key asset in strategic financial operations and leadership at our Fund.
George Sochos – Key Executive
George Sochos is a highly accomplished leader with over 20 years of experience in banking and financial services, mainly within the National Bank of Greece (NBG Group) and Eurobank. His extensive tenure includes nearly a decade as the Country Manager of NBG Egypt, where he was instrumental in driving the subsidiary’s strategic vision and managing its growth, transformation and market exit phases.
George’s expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of banking operations, including management, strategy, human capital, business development, control, and regulatory compliance. He is particularly recognized for his strategic insights and decisive guidance in areas of new business growth, organizational transformation, and mergers & acquisitions.
He holds an MBA degree from Alba Graduate Business School and a Bachelor of Sciences in Accounting & Finance from The American College of Greece (Deree College). George’s profound understanding of the financial sector and his visionary leadership make him a pivotal asset to our team.
Thanos Karageorgopoulos - Key Executive
With over two decades of seasoned expertise in investment banking and financial advisory, Thanos has cultivated a profound skill set in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and restructuring. His leadership in substantial investment initiatives and adeptness in intricate deal structuring across various global economic sectors underscore his capacity to attract and oversee major international investments. His tenure as an interim leader in multiple organizations has sharpened his acumen in managing organizational transitions and executing financial turnarounds.
He has a strong track record of leading high-stakes negotiations and sales transactions that substantially enhance shareholder value through strategic stake sales and partnerships. As the former head of a prominent business consulting firm, he managed an extensive portfolio in debt restructuring, highlighting his expertise in strategic financial management and stakeholder negotiations. His diverse experience has refined his abilities in business development, equipping him with the skills necessary to identify and capitalize on opportunities for growth and innovation within portfolio companies.
He holds a Master of Arts in Business and Management and a Bachelor of Science in Business Economics, both from the University of East London (UEL), UK.