Information from Theo
Theo is a member within the Euro-MIC COST framework. This project is funded by the European Union and enables scientists to bridge knowledge and capabilities across countries and disciplines.
Summary of the experiences and competences of Theo
Theo Zacharis holds a B.Sc. in Business Administration from the State University of New York Empire State University, and an MBA from ALBA Athens Graduate Business School.
He was Marketing Manager at adidas Hellas before he established his Consulting firm, Strategic Foresight Hellas in 1997. In 2018, he established bioGLOT Ventures, in Cambridge, UK, an Innovation & Strategy Advisory firm.
In December 2020, Theo introduced and now leads the Greek Scientists Society (GSS), which is the largest global network of Greek Scientists and Technologists. It has 30,000 members and was established within a span of two years. He is deeply committed to promoting scientific cooperation, knowledge exchange, and innovation, and believes in the transformative power of collaborative research and the huge impact of the scientific community on society.
He has demonstrated a strong aptitude for efficient administration and organization; he has successfully managed and coordinated numerous events, including conferences, workshops, and training schools. He has organised Symposia & Conferences, as well as webinars with world-renown Academics from Top Universities from all over the world. He is dedicated to fostering a supportive and efficient environment for all participating researchers and institutions, facilitating communication among stakeholders for the better development of GSS Community.
He developed and implemented network platforms that facilitate collaboration, knowledge sharing, and communication, fostering a strong and interconnected community. Additionally, his proficiency in IT solutions allows him to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and ensure effective management of resources.
Furthermore, he has been involved in conducting campaigns to promote various initiatives, raising awareness and engagement within target audiences, the society at large, and policymakers.
His consulting work includes, Organizational & Management Consultancy in more than 120 large, medium-sized and family-owned SMEs, advisory and project execution for almost all functions of a business entity with exceptional results in every case (Strategic Planning, Business Plans, Business Development, BPR, Financial Planning, Information Systems, TQM Lean Mgt, Quality Systems – ISO 9000, ISO 14000, ISO 18000, HACCP – Marketing, Sales, Operations, Human Resources), Training Instructor for Finance, Sales, Organization and other topics, Internal Auditor in Athens Stock Exchange ASE listed company, Management, Implementation and Administration of National and European co-financed Projects, Applications under Greek Investment Law and other European funded programs, Project partner in European Projects, and more.
He has sufficient understanding of biomedical concepts and principles, patents, VC funding, start-up support, as well as ample command of IT-related technologies & Digital Transformation and is a follower of scientific advancements and futuristic sciences and technologies.
Looking for help? Theo can help you with the following items
As an Innovation & Strategy Advisor / Technology Transfer / Start-up Advisor, I can provide the following services:
• Business planning and advisory – pre-acceleration and acceleration growth programs, preparation of business plans for spin-off or start-up companies
• Development of IP strategy
• Definition of the licensing strategy – in-licensing and out-licensing activities
• Technology and other tie-ups, spin-offs, joint ventures
• Development of investor pitch
• Development of Proof of Concept (PoC) and/or Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
• Investment attraction strategy – contact potential private investors or VCs and assistance in the fundraising and negotiation of early-stage capital raising and investor relations
• Interim CEO – leading the team until identifying and hiring a full-time CEO or Board observer when necessary
• Technology Transfer, R&D commercialization
• Networking with support eco-systems players – innovation hubs, R&D centres, technology parks, business angel networks, science parks and business support agencies – to build innovation ecosystems in national and/or international scale
• Public Grants and EU Framework Programmes for Research and Development and government subsidies (e.g. UK Innovation) for commercialisation of innovative ideas
• Development and validation of the Business Model Implementation
• Team Formation
I can assist on Dissemination and Valorisation (in the sense of exploring spin-off or follow-up projects for submission to EU funding programmes and beyond) matters.
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Contact details
Greek Scientists Society
MESOGEION
ATHENS
15126
Greece
theo@greek-scientists-society.org
https://greek-scientists-society.com/
Further details
Theo Zacharis
Address: 276 Turing Way, Cambridge, UK – CB3 1AF
Contact: 075 4793 6742
Email: theo@bioglot.com
LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theo-zacharis
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| Visionary, proactive, strategic thinker with excellent analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills. Business consultant engaged in a great variety of projects and advisory in a multitude of fields and business aspects. Astute strategist who improves profitability by targeting inefficiencies, minimising expenses and improving processes. Motivational leader with proven record to envisage, empower and enable multi-functional and multi-skilled teams to perform at their full potential. Innovative leader with a track record of assessing and capitalising on opportunities to streamline operations and increase P&L results. Resourceful Problem Solver with a strong work ethic and ability to motivate staff to excellence. Results-oriented manager who views challenge as an opportunity. Solid grasp of key business drivers and corporate functions. Sufficient understanding of biomedical concepts and principles, patents, VC funding, start-up support, as well as, ample command of IT-related technologies & Digital Transformation and follower of scientific advancements. | |
| experience | |
| o 12/20 – present: Greek Scientists Society, Innovation & Strategy Advisor
Founder with over 29 000 members in 2 years o 02/14 – 10/16: bioGLOT Ventures Innovation & Strategy Advisor Founder & Project Coordinator – IP Consultancy, Secure Funding for startups, Technology Transfer, Grant writing and other services mainly for stratups Method for Analysis & Validation of Biological Data patent #GR20160100103) o 11/16 – 03/19: upcom (GR/UK) Strategy & Innovation, Business Development IT company with end-to-end custom web & mobile solutions for the Digital Transformation era, including AI, IoT, AR/VR, Blockchain, Big Data. o 02/16 – 09/18: New Democracy (GR) Member of the Executives Registry Political Party Member for the sectors of Strategic Planning, Finance, Economy & Development – Strategic Investments, Innovation & Industrial Policy, Administrative Reconstruction and Education & Research o 08/11 – 11/12: “F” Luxury World (UK) Founder & Company Director, Online platform for Luxury Products and Services, blog the Ultimate Luxury Community, LinkedIn group (24,200 members) and Luxury Magazine “the Nature of Luxury” o 04/97- 09/18: Strategic Foresight Hellas, Ltd (GR)Business Consulting Founder & Company Director ð Organizational & Management Consultant in more than 70 large, medium-sized and family-owned SMEs (achieving sales growth more than 300% or double their ROI, ROE, ROA according to project/company) ð Advisory and project execution for almost all functions of a Business entity with exceptional results in every case (Strategic Planning, Business Plans, Business Development, BPR, Financial Planning, Information Systems, TQM Lean Mgt, Quality Systems – ISO 9000, ISO 14000, ISO 18000, HACCP – Marketing, Sales, Operations, Human Resources) ð Seminars Instructor for Finance, Sales, Organization and other topics ð Internal Auditor in Athens Stock Exchange ASE listed company – Iktinos Hellas, SA (IKTIN) ð Management, Implementation and Administration of National and European co-financed Projects, Applications under Greek Investment Law and other European subsidized programs (success rate 92%) ð Project partner in European Projects HOTEST & HOTRES on Energy Saving and Renewable Energy Sources for the hotel sector, etc.) o 1996 – 1997: Strategic Management Consultants, SA – Business Consultant o 1994 – 1995: adidas Hellas SA – Marketing Manager o 1991 – 1992: Spray Pack SA – Head of Trading Dept. Leading aerosol company for drugs, food and cosmetic products, OEM for P&G, Unilever, Nestle, Johnson and Johnson, BDF, Pfizer, GlaxoSmithKline, Henkel, etc. |
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| Education & Training | |
| n MBA Master in Business Administration – Athens Laboratory of Business Administration (ALBA Business School), Athens, GR
n BSc in Management – Empire State College SUNY, New York, USA Other studies – Japanese studies at ELIAMEP, Financial seminars at ALBA, Sales seminars, Project Management, Environmental studies, etc. |
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| other info | |
| Father of a University of Cambridge PhD graduate at Stem Cell Institute – Wellcome Trust / University of Cambridge, Dept. of Surgery | |
| Languages | |
| English & Greek: Fluent, French & Italian: Basic | |
| other skills | |
| Excellent Computer skills: CRM, Office, Project Mgt tools, ERP & Business Apps, HTML, PHP, AdobeCS4, WordPress, Agile, Slack, Trello, etc. | |
| interests & HOBBIES | |
| Reading, travelling, jogging, science journal reading | |
