Leadership with vision

Vassilis Fourlis is a visionary leader dedicated to driving growth and innovation in the Greek business sector. He currently holds the positions of Chairman of the Board of Directors at FOURLIS HOLDINGS SA, TRADE ESTATES REIC. He is the Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of HOUSEMARKET S.A. (IKEA), and member of the Board of Directors of SPORTSWEAR MARKET S.A..

Previously he was a member of the Board of the Hellenic Society of Environment and Culture.

He has also served on the Boards of Directors of prominent business organizations, including the Association of Enterprises and Industries, the Hellenic Corporate Governance Council (HCCC), SA. TITAN Cement, OTE SA, IMITHEA SA (Henry Dunant Hospital Center), Piraeus Bank, Vivartia A.E., and National Insurance. His contribution to entrepreneurship was recognized in 2004 when he was received the “Kouros Entrepreneurship” award from the President of the Hellenic Republic.

Vassilis  holds a Master of Science in Management (International Business) from Boston University/Brussels, a Master of City Planning (Economic Development and Regional Planning) from the University of California/Berkeley, and a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Economics and Urban Studies from the College of Wooster.  

Dafni Fourlis is a visionary leader known in the business community for driving progress and fostering a culture of success. She currently serves as the Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Fourlis Holdings S.A. and holds the positions of Chairman of the Board of Directors at HOUSEMARKET S.A. (IKEA) and SPORTSWEAR MARKET S.A.. Additionally, she is a non-executive member of TRADE ESTATES S.A..

Her professional journey began at FOURLIS BROS S.A., which was laterrenamed FOURLIS HOLDINGS S.A.. Her contribution has been instrumental in the growth and success of these companies.

Academically, Dafni Fourlis holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Deree College.

Chairman of the Audit Committee and Member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.

Stylianos Stefanou is a visionary entrepreneur and respected leader. In 2023, he was appointed Independent Vice-Chairman of  FOURLIS HOLDINGS S.A. Since 2021, he has been an Independent Member of the Board of Directors of Fourlis Holdings SA, where he also chairs the Audit Committee and contributes to the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. 

His leadership extends to the insurance sector, serving as an Independent Board Member and Chairman of the Audit and Remuneration Committees for CNP Zois SA, as well as an Independent Board Member for CNP Asfalistiki and CNP Cyprialife in Cyprus.

Since 2005, he has been at the helm of the METAXA plant, overseeing the exclusive production of renowned brands such as METAXA, Skinos Mastiha, Green Cola, Three Cents, and Mastiqua. He also holds the prestigious role of Haagen-Dazs Master Franchisee in Cyprus and Franchisee in Greece. His career began in 1985 at KPMG’s London office, progressing from Senior Audit Supervisor to key financial roles at METAXA, including Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, Chief Financial Officer, and Managing Director. Stylianos has also held significant positions on the boards of Hellenic Bank Unit Trust, ELGEKA SA, and ERT.

Academically, Stylianos holds a BSc (Hons) in Economics (Accounting & Finance) from the London School of Economics and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. He actively enages in continuous learning through ESG training seminars.

Member of the Digital Transformation Committee, Member of the Sustainability Committee

Dimitris Valachis is a distinguished business leader renowned for his entrepreneurial acumen and strategic foresight. With a dynamic career spanning over three decades, Dimitris has consistently delivered exceptional results and shareholder value. 

Graduating as a Chemical Engineer from the National Technical University of Athens, he embarked on his professional journey in 1987 at Henkel Ecolab, where he enhanced his leadership skills over 15 years in various managerial roles. 

Transitioning to Frigoglass in 2002, Dimitris demonstrated his skills as Regional Operations Director and later as Cool Operations Director, overseeing expansive operations across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Notably, he orchestrated the company's successful entry into the Chinese market, establishing local product lines and manufacturing facilities.
From 2008 to February 2019, Dimitris served as CEO of Andromeda Group, steering it to become the fastest-growing conglomerate in Mediterranean aquaculture. Under his visionary leadership, Andromeda expanded its footprint into Spain and executed strategic acquisitions of major industry players in Greece, such as Nireas and Selonda. He navigated the complex regulatory landscape, leading the approval process of acquisitions by the European Competition Commission and ensuring seamless integration of the acquired entities.

Since 2023 he is a member of the Board of “FOURLIS HOLDINGS S.A.”, “HOUSEMARKET S..A”, “SPORTSWEAR MARKET S.A.”, “TRADE LOGISTICS”, “WELLNESS MARKET” and a member of the Board of the company Endless EC.

As the CEO of Fourlis Group, Dimitris continues to redefine industry standards and shape the trajectory of the business landscape with his strategic acumen and expertise.

Director of Sustainable Development and Social Responsibility and Chair of the Sustainability Committee.

Lyda Fourlis, an accomplished professional with extensive experience in sustainable development, social responsibility, and human resources management. She currently serves as an Advisor and Executive Member of the Board of Directors at FOURLIS HOLDINGS S.A., a position she has held since 2008. Additionally, she is the Director and Executive Member of the Board of Directors at SPORTSWEAR MARKET S.A., Chairman of the Board of Directors at TRADE STATUS S.A. (DP… am stores) since 2006, and Chairman of the Board of Directors at WELLNESS MARKET S.A. since 2023. Lyda also leads the Fourlis Group’s Sustainable Development and Social Responsibility initiatives.

Lyda’s career began in the Marketing Department of FOURLI BROS S.A. from 1989 to 1997, followed by a decade as the Director of Human Resources at Fourlis group. Her extensive experience in both marketing and human resources has equipped her with a unique perspective on sustainable business practices.

Lyda holds a BA with Honours in Economics from the American College of Greece - Deree College, and an MBA from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth College, USA. Her educational background, combined with her professional experience, underscores her commitment to fostering sustainable development and social responsibility within the business sector. Lyda Fourlis is a visionary leader dedicated to creating a positive impact on society and the environment.

Member of Audit Committee.

Maria Georgalou’s dedication to excellence and her strategic vision have a significant impact in the business world. She is currently the Vice-Chairman of BESPOKE S.A., and since 2023, she has also been a member of the Board of Directors of TRADE ESTATES S.A..

Previously, Maria held significant roles such as Vice Chairman of Chipita Foods S.A. and Deputy CEO of CHIPITA S.A..

Maria’s career spans various industries and regions, including real estate investments with Dolphin Group in Argentina and leading the founding team of DRY-CLEANING SERVICES LTD, being the Master Franchisee of 5àSec, which operates in multiple countries today. Her extensive experience also includes key financial and business development roles at DELTA HOLDING S.A. / VIVARTIA S.A., as well as executive positions at EMPORIKI VENTURE CAPITAL S.A. and the De Benedetti Group of Companies.

Maria’s academic credentials include a C.P.A from Universidad de Belgrano in Buenos Aires, where she graduated as Valedictorian. 

Member of the Audit Committee and Member of the Digital Transformation Commitee

Stavroula Kampouridou is a dynamic professional who combines deep technological expertise with strategic business acumen. She currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of DIAS Interbanking Systems.
Her career spans significant roles across financial technology, banking, and information technology.

At the Bank of Greece (2017–2021), she played a key role as Technology Advisor to the President and Head of the FinTech Innovation Hub.

During her career at the National Bank of Greece (2009–2016), she held high-level positions including Director of the Department for IT Procurement and Executive Consultant, contributing to the design and implementation of the Group Procurement Division. At IBM Greece (2005–2009), she served as Director of Customer Systems and previously as a Hardware Sales Specialist.

Stavroula holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University, where she studied on a full scholarship. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and Telecommunications from the University of Athens with distinction and has completed executive training at Harvard Business School.

Stavroula is dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in the financial and technology sectors.

Chairman of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, Member of the Digital Transformation Committee

With a proven track record of driving growth and innovation, Nicolaos Lavidas inspires and leads with a forward-thinking approach. Since 2022, he has been the CEO of AB Vassilopoulos SA.,a company with a turnover of approximately 2 billion euros, 592 stores, and 14,000 partners.

Previously, he led Upfield Greece, overseeing operations across Southeast Europe and contributing to the successful  separation of the company from Unilever. Furthermore, his career includes key roles at Sclavenitis Group, where he managed major acquisitions as General Development Manager, and at Kraft Foods Greece, where he led the merger with Cadburys.

Nicolaos holds an LLM in International and Commercial Law and a BSc in Business Administration from the University of Buckingham.

Member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, Member of the Digital Transformation Committee and Member of the Sustainability Committee 

Constantinos Paikos is a professional leader in digital transformation and innovation. He currently serves as the Digital Director at OPAP S.A. 

Prior to this, he held significant roles at Eurobank Group, including Head of Digital Services – Retail and Manager of Development & Promotion of e-Business Services. His career began at EFG e-Solutions, where he excelled as a Digital Marketing Manager.

Constantinos has been recognized for his contribution to the digital sector, with one of the most notable recognitions being his inclusion in the “IT Powerlist 100” by Netweek technology magazine in 2023. 

Academically, Constantinos holds an MBA from the Athens Laboratory of Business Administration, a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management from New York University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical & Bioelectronic Engineering from Salford University.