Notes on 'Megala Pos' Show: Founders' Edition

Introduction

• Show: Atraktos, 'Megala Pos' Founders' Edition
• Powered by: Endeavor
• Hosts: Pericles, Maria, Anna Maria, Sotiris
• Guests: Gianna and Kotsos

Gianna's Background

• Name: Gianna
• Grew up in: Thessaloniki
• Education: Studied marketing at a private school in Thessaloniki
• Current Role: 20 years in the family business producing canned fish

Family Business

• Reaction: Family was happy but had to manage the balance in the business
  • Gianna took over, requiring her father to step back
• Challenges: Balancing family dynamics and business needs

Inspiration & Mentorship

• Mentors: Parents who were also business people
• Inspiration: Family discussions about business influenced Gianna and her sister

Career Decisions

• Post-University: Encouraged to join the family business but was not pressured
• Growth: Rapid progression in the company; balancing family ties and business profitability

Business Success

• Family Impact: Belief that the family-oriented nature of the business contributes to its success
• Work Ethic: Hard work and collective team effort are crucial for success

Gender Influence

• Gender: Did not feel career was hindered by being a woman, but faced some skepticism
• Positive Outcome: Skepticism motivated her to prove her capabilities

Economic Crisis

• Timeline: Became General Manager during an economic crisis
• Perspective: Viewed challenges as opportunities for positive change

Future Business Goals

• Financial Goals: Aim to reach 45-50 million in profits in the next 10 years
• Recent Performance: Achieved 38 million in profit last year

Work-Life Balance

• Challenges: Ongoing struggle to maintain balance
• Strategies: Effective team management and collective effort
• Outcome: Improved work-life balance recently

Volunteering

• Importance: Central to Gianna's career and personal values
• YMCA Involvement: Participated in summer camps, various volunteering activities, and training children
• Lessons Learned: Volunteering teaches the value of helping those in need

Personal Qualities

• Foundation: Family and school environment
• Key Qualities: Love, kindness, justice, and the urge to help vulnerable groups