Aris Kefalogiannis
1995 - PRESENT GAEA
Founder / CEO 1995 – 2017 / Currently VP Sales & Marketing
A start up established in 1995 with the vision “to become a brand leader of the category of Mediterranean Greek cuisine/meze in the international fine foods arena”. Gaea's annual average growth rate from incorporation to date is in excess of 23%. Managed to lead Gaea in 32 major international markets as a leading Greek brand, establishing distribution networks,gaining numerous international awards for product quality and taste, while Gaea’s Extra Virgin Olive Oils are the 1st Carbon Neutral Olive Oils worldwide.
1988 – 1995
Proton Marine Services London
A startup offering services to the Greek & International Shipping Industry. Major project the privatization of Baltiskyi Zavod, the biggest shipyard of the former Soviet Union.
City University London
MBA, Finance & International Trade
London School of Economics
Master of Law (LLM) with distinction
Athens University Law School
Bachelor of Law (LLB)
Greek National Water Polo Team
1984 Olympics in Los Angeles (7th place).
Participated also in the Moscow (1980) and Seoul (1988) Olympics
Greek Confederation of Olive Oil Industries (SEVITEL) Vice Chair, Board of Directors, 2001 - Present
American Community Scholl, Athens, Board of Trustees, 2012 - 2017
Start up and Students Mentoring, 100 Mentors, 2018-Present
Languages
Greek, English, German