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SPYROS BANTOUNAS

SPYROS BANTOUNAS

Galatsi, Attica/ Achillio,Magnesia/ Agioi Theodoroi, Corinth

Summary

I am an agronomist with specialization in Animal Science, and more specifically in Aquaculture.

During my studies a learned a lot about Animal Physiology, Husbandry, Nutrition, Production Systems. During my thesis i had the chance to work in the Aquaculture industry.

My second degree is focused in Plant Protection and Environmental Systems management, where i learned a lot about pest control, plant protection protocols, Bee's pathology and eco-schemes.

I also have great interest on biodiversity conservation. My goal, always, is to help in any way I can raise public awareness on biodiversity loss issues and ecosystem services.

I am a team player with organization and communication skills and a great passion for ornithology.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

GIS Analyst

MELETI AEME
06.2024 - Current
  • Satellite imagery analysis
  • digitization on EU Commission, OPEKEPE, LPIS project

Volunteer

ΤΥΤΟ Association
05.2024 - Current
  • informing public about the organization's cause, which is to reconnect agricultural management with biodiversity conservation and wildlife. Promoting the reduction of all chemicals in the agricultural sector and instead underlining the efficiency of biodiversity services (more specifically the barn owl, Tyto alba) as means to achieve the protection of the crops and livestock from pests (rodents)
  • collecting and analyzing data from farmers facing problems with crop damage from rodents

Volunteer in Animal Rehabilitation

ANIMA Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
07.2016 - Current
  • Daily husbandry and medical care (feeding, cleaning, administrating medicine, transporting injured animals) of the wildlife at the centre
  • participation in seminar about first aid on wildlife
  • participation in animal releases

Volunteer

Oi Filoi Ton Ethnikon Parkon NGO
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Checking for nest sites of the species aythya nyroca
  • Checking for signs of predation
  • counting number of birds in Schinias Marsh

Agronomist

Kokofoinikas Plant Store/ All About Plants
01.2022 - 05.2024
  • Sales/customer service
  • Plant care
  • Provided guidance and recommendations regarding planting and cultivation methods.
  • Supervised fertilizer and pesticide applications.
  • Advised clients on the proper selection of seed varieties based on their unique requirements and environmental factors.

Store Manager

Bakery XORIATIKO
05.2017 - 07.2021
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Sales/ addressing customer requirements

Fisheries Production Worker

Selonda Aquaculture SA
03.2019 - 06.2019

Conducted experiment in aquaculture under actual production conditions :

  • monitoring the growth of young sea bream under laboratory conditions
  • checking water parameters
  • feeding larvae
  • assisting in phytoplankton & zooplankton department
  • fish grading,weighing, checking for phenotypical deformities

Education

Master of Science - Plant Protection And Pest Management

Agricultural University of Athens
Athens, Greece
12.2024

Master of Science - Animal Science

Agricultural University of Athens
Athens, Greece
04.2022

Skills

  • GIS Analysis (QGIS)
  • Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Animal Behavior
  • Customer Service
  • MS Office
  • Ornithology
  • Communication

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Greek
Proficient
C2

Hobbies

  • Bird Watching/ Bird Photography
  • Hiking
  • Reading
  • Plant Care


Additional Information


  • Driving License (Vehicle available)
  • Military Duties fullfilled


Timeline

GIS Analyst

MELETI AEME
06.2024 - Current

Volunteer

Oi Filoi Ton Ethnikon Parkon NGO
06.2024 - 08.2024

Volunteer

ΤΥΤΟ Association
05.2024 - Current

Agronomist

Kokofoinikas Plant Store/ All About Plants
01.2022 - 05.2024

Fisheries Production Worker

Selonda Aquaculture SA
03.2019 - 06.2019

Store Manager

Bakery XORIATIKO
05.2017 - 07.2021

Volunteer in Animal Rehabilitation

ANIMA Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
07.2016 - Current

Master of Science - Plant Protection And Pest Management

Agricultural University of Athens

Master of Science - Animal Science

Agricultural University of Athens
SPYROS BANTOUNAS