Kosmas Karakolis
Summary
Qualified Epee Coach with proven leadership at Future Champions Academy, driving high-level success and fostering athlete development.
Expert in complex problem-solving and relationship building, I implemented strategic training plans that enhanced performance outcomes. Adept at prioritizing tasks, I thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining professionalism and flexibility.
With solid technique and tactics background from fast developing environments. Successfully contributed to process improvements and maintained high standards in communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Tecnical Associate and Fencing Coach
Future Champions Academy
02.2024 - Current
- Close collaboration with Academy Director Enrico Garozzo and Head of Italian mens' team Diego
Confalonieri. - Part of the coaching team training Davide Di Veroli and Andrea Santarelli.
- Daily training and strategic planning with high-level athletes in an elite environment.
Technical Director
Thessaloniki Fencing Club
09.2022 - Current
- Leading club in Epee with national-level results
- Currently creating the first greek Epee results in the international scenery (Womens Epee: Rodopoulou Nefeli and others)
Head of Epee
Future Champions Camp
08.2017 - Current
- Responsible for all epee-related activities at FCC events, with 20+ camps annually worldwide.
- Technical advisor to top U.S. clubs and UAE National Team
- Manager Coach at Olympic Center Tirrenia camp with 150+ participants and top Italian Coaches
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Financial Reporting Specialist
Richemond Group (Multinational Luxury Goods Comp.)
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Worked in the accounting and financial analysis department, contributing to financial reports within a multinational corporate structure.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined month-end close procedures, resulting in reduced timeframes for report generation.
- Supported management decision-making with timely and accurate financial reports.
Epee Coach
MilanoScherma
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Coached cadet, junior, and senior athletes.
- Worked with and under the guidance of Angelo Mazzoni and Diego Confalonieri.
- Actively present and involved during the Olympic preparation of Enrico Garozzo, Federico Vismara, and Erika Kirpu.
Epee Coach
VeronaScherma
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Trained athletes of all levels and ages
- Worked closely with various coaches of different international backgrounds under the guidance of Angelo Mazzoni
Education
National Fencing Coach -
Accademia Nazionale Di Scherma
Napoli, Italy01-2021
Fencing Instructor
Federscherma
Rome, Italy01-2017
BBA - Bussiness Administration & Management
University of Macedonia
Thessaloniki, Greece12-2016
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Decision-making
- Complex Problem-solving
- Relationship building
- Courteous and professional
- Flexible schedule
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Greek
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Tecnical Associate and Fencing Coach
Future Champions Academy
02.2024 - Current
Technical Director
Thessaloniki Fencing Club
09.2022 - Current
Financial Reporting Specialist
Richemond Group (Multinational Luxury Goods Comp.)
02.2020 - 02.2021
Epee Coach
MilanoScherma
09.2018 - 06.2020
Head of Epee
Future Champions Camp
08.2017 - Current
Epee Coach
VeronaScherma
09.2015 - 06.2018
National Fencing Coach -
Accademia Nazionale Di Scherma
Fencing Instructor
Federscherma
BBA - Bussiness Administration & Management
University of Macedonia
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