Hristos Papashinopoulos

Advised SMEs and C-level clients on strategic growth, market entry, performance improvement, financial optimization, risk mitigation, and corporate governance. Supported organizational change including post-merger integration and digitalization, and provided guidance on franchise model development and aviation business growth.

Developed SaaS software solutions including legal transcription, HR management, and training course development. Built eQMS software to support manufacturing compliance with industry regulations.

Assisted in restructuring and digitising the company’s quality management system and refined process flows for spice blending/packaging and popcorn manufacturing. Provided weekly reporting to the COO/General Manager and mentored QC and production leaders, including change-management and supervisory training.

Directed corporate strategy and operations for a food manufacturing group, driving double-digit annual growth and expansion into new markets. Scaled production output by 300% (2019) and implemented IT robots/AI integrations to streamline automation and increase operating profits by 8%.

Developed and executed business plans, market entry strategies, and product launches for B2B and B2C sectors, managing end-to-end project delivery including funding and partnership formation. Implemented process optimization and technology integration to drive operational excellence.

Designed and executed sales strategies and led teams to exceed targets while optimizing supply chain operations. Negotiated key contracts and partnerships to support expansion into South Africa’s inland region.

Developed and executed business plans, market entry strategies, and product launches for B2B and B2C sectors. Managed end-to-end project delivery including securing funding and building strategic partnerships, and implemented process optimization with technology integration to improve operations.

Developed and enforced quality management policies and food-safety/compliance programs aligned with standards including FSSC and HACCP, supported occupational health and safety, and ensured social compliance. Created eLearning/CBT training content and improved training completion rates and reduced non-compliance incidents through proactive evaluations and cross-functional collaboration.

Managed talent acquisition and workforce planning, and supported employee relations and labour-law compliance including conflict resolution. Designed and implemented skills development and learnership programs, including adult literacy and food and beverage handling training pathways (2018–2024).