Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Additional Information
Languages
Timeline

Andreas Spanos

Athens,Galatsi

Summary

Dynamic VIP Protection specialist with extensive experience at MR APOSTOLOS ILIAS, recognized for exceptional interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to enhance security protocols and foster team collaboration, ensuring a safe environment. Adept at time management and analytical thinking, delivering effective solutions under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

VIP PROTECTION /ΣΥΝΟΔΟΣ ΑΣΦΑΛΕΙΑΣ

Self Employed Services
06.2025 - 09.2025
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Bodyguard

MR APOSTOLOS ILIAS
05.2017 - 11.2017
  • Researched and archived general liability incidents via CCTV.
  • Detected, investigated and reported hazardous workplace incidents and issues.
  • Participated in loss prevention and safety programs.
  • Worked with local, state and government agencies regarding company security matters.
  • Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
  • Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
  • Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
  • Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
  • Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
  • Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
  • Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.

Education

EXPERT LEVEL - SELF DEFENCE

INTERNATIONAL KRAV MAGA FEDERATION, TEL AVIV
04-2017

VIP BODYGUARD TEAM LEADER - VIP BODYGUARD TEAM LEADER

INTERNATIONAL KRAV MAGA FEDERATION, TEL AVIV
01-2011

VIP PROTECTION BODYGUARD - VIP PROTECTION BODYGUARD

INTERNATIONAL KARA MAGA FEDERATION, TEL AVIV
07-2009

Skills

  • Self-Directed
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management
  • Interpersonal communication
  • [Area of certification] certified
  • Verbal communication
  • Task prioritization
  • Problem-solving
  • Analytical thinking
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Team building
  • Calm under pressure
  • Organization and time management
  • Leadership
  • Public speaking
  • Training & Development
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Collaboration
  • Cultural awareness
  • Quality assurance
  • Communication

Affiliations

  • International Association of Administrative Professionals4
  • INTERNATIONAL KRAV MAGA FEDERATION
  • ISRAELI SPECIAL FORCES SETERET METKAL
  • Z MAK

Certification

CERTIFIED FIRST AID /TRAUMA RESPONSE RESCUER EKAB

CERTIFIED HANDGUN AND SEMI AUTOMATIC RIFLES INSTRUCTOR

CERTIFIED SELF DEFENCE /KRAV MAGA INSTRUCTOR

CERTIFIED TEAM LEADER/BODYGUARD

Additional Information

Speak fluently Greek and English ex .Member of the Grekk special forces Zmak

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Greek
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

VIP PROTECTION /ΣΥΝΟΔΟΣ ΑΣΦΑΛΕΙΑΣ - Self Employed Services
06.2025 - 09.2025
Bodyguard - MR APOSTOLOS ILIAS
05.2017 - 11.2017
INTERNATIONAL KRAV MAGA FEDERATION - EXPERT LEVEL , SELF DEFENCE
INTERNATIONAL KRAV MAGA FEDERATION - VIP BODYGUARD TEAM LEADER, VIP BODYGUARD TEAM LEADER
INTERNATIONAL KARA MAGA FEDERATION - VIP PROTECTION BODYGUARD, VIP PROTECTION BODYGUARD
Andreas Spanos