Founder & Director
Navar Inc
09.2006 - Current
- Established innovative shipbroking & advisory solutions, strategically aligned with the dynamic demands of seaborne commerce.
- Led end-to-end chartering operations for dry-bulk & tanker vessels, from initial client outreach & skilful negotiations to precision-driven charter-party completion.
- Excelled in competitive chartering of dry bulk vessels ranging from Handy to KamsarMax size; cultivated direct relationships with over 250 global Charterers & established strong ties with 50+ local Greek Owners.
- Appointed Greek Representative for N1 Commercial Mgt, the operational division of Nissen Kaiun, Japan's foremost private shipowner. Specialized in competitive chartering of MR & Aframax tanker vessels, with N1 overseeing a robust fleet of 40 such tankers.
- Spearheaded multi-million dollar transactions with leading Greek maritime entities, leveraging strong personal & professional ties with global shipowning magnates.
- Strategically positioned in the world's leading shipping hub, granting me unparalleled access to firsthand information & insights directly from industry trendsetters.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration & more significant opportunities for growth
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive & maintain substantial business growth
- Established & maintained strategic strong relationships with both Shipwoners & Charterers alike
- Forged & sustained strategic relationships with Shipowners & Charterers.
- Managed financial, operational & human resources to optimize business performance
- Represented company at industry conferences & events
- Delivered public speeches to prominent Greek shipowners
- Analyzed industry trends & tracked competitor activities to inform decision making
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth & increase market share & profitability
- Traveled extensively to major shipping hubs worldwide each year, fostering relationships with both existing & new clients, leading to significant cash flow increases & strengthened business ties
