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Tasos Petrakis

General Manager | Commercial Director
Leontario

Summary

Highly accomplished,Enthusiastic and results-driven General Manager and Commercial Executive with over 20 years of experience leading iconic lifestyle and sports brands. Expert in driving e-commerce growth, global expansion, and innovative business models with full P&L responsibility in multicultural environments. Proven track record in strategic account and marketplace management across Europe, with over 11 years of international experience in the Netherlands, UK, and USA. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable growth, boost profitability, and forge long-term relationships with partners and clients. Passionate about pushing innovation boundaries and thriving in leadership roles that require strategic vision, operational excellence, and entrepreneurial thinking to expand businesses globally.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Head of E-commerce & Digital Business

|Resoul Group of Companies
Athens, Greece
07.2023 - Current

Leading the digital transformation and e-commerce strategy for the group, partnering with the President and founder to align brand and commerce strategy with product strategy.

  • Managed the overall strategy and performance of the e-commerce business, including budgeting, execution, and customer engagement initiatives.
  • Led a large cross-functional team to drive top-line growth through SEM, SEO, affiliate marketing, and content.
  • Full ownership of P&L for 3 e-shops, working closely and reporting into the CEO and Founder.
  • Developed and implemented e-commerce strategies that boosted YoY digital business growth by 15%.
  • Improved profitability by 8 percentage points while expanding digital product offerings.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

General Manager

Terra Nation|Resoul Group of Companies
Athens, Greece
10.2019 - Current
  • Driving Terra Nation’s global expansion having full ownership of the P&L and overseeing the strategic execution of the business. Leading innovation, transitioning the company into a licensing model, and expanding its presence in key markets globally.
  • Led the brand’s transition into a licensing model, establishing partnerships in Greece, Germany, Netherlands, Italy, South Korea,Japan
  • Drove digital business growth by 20% YoY while improving profitability by 8 percentage points.
  • Introduced new business categories and expanded global market penetration.
  • Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives, collaborating across teams to develop innovative products and services.

Global Commercial Director

Terra Nation|Resoul Group of Companies
Athens, Greece
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Directed the global commercial strategy, overseeing cross-functional teams and managing new product development.
  • Developed and executed a 3-year global brand strategy with full P&L responsibility.
  • Led a cross-functional team of 11 to deliver innovative products across new markets.
  • Grew revenue by 15% YoY and improved profitability by 5 percentage points
  • Expanded the brand's presence in new markets while driving innovation in product development
  • Provided extensive leadership by effectively communicating strategic goals and plans.
  • Implemented efficient processes for lead generation and management, optimizing sales conversion rates.
  • Developed pricing strategies that balanced profit margins with competitive positioning, driving sustainable growth.

European Strategic Account Director

Converse|Nike European Headquarters
Hilversum, The Netherlands
07.2014 - 08.2018
  • Led Converse’s strategic account management with Foot Locker Europe, driving 30% growth over three years ($100M)
  • Developed and executed a 3-year European strategy for Foot Locker, overseeing P&L for exclusive and inline product lines.
  • Led a cross-functional team and worked closely with senior leadership from both Converse and Foot Locker.
  • Achieved 22% growth over three consecutive seasons, shifting product mix to 55% inline.
  • Expanded Foot Locker’s store penetration from 400 to 670 doors.
  • Consistently met or exceeded annual quota targets by implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities for account development.
  • Collaborated with sales support, client services and operations colleagues to deliver superior client service and maintain mutually beneficial relationships.
  • Conducted regular account reviews, identifying areas of improvement and proactively addressing potential issues.

Western Europe Intersport Category Sales Manager

|Nike European Headquarters
Hilversum, The Netherlands
10.2012 - 06.2014
  • Managed Intersport's European strategy for key categories, driving significant growth in Running, Women's, and Young Athletes (combined-800m $)
  • Developed category strategies and led seasonal product line meetings with Intersport's European advisory board in Bern/Switzerland.
  • Managed strategic agreements and led a team of 5 sales and category manages and 10 virtual sales teams across Western Europe key markets.
  • Delivered 25% growth in the Running category, 43% in Women's, and 18% in Young Athletes 8 seasons.
  • Implemented the 'Women’s Only' retail concept across 500 Intersport doors, boosting sell-through by 150%.

Western Europe Gross to Net Sales Manager

|Nike European Headquarters
Hilversum, The Netherlands
09.2010 - 09.2012
  • Developed the Western Europe replenishment and liquidation strategy, significantly improving profitability and inventory management.
  • Increased replenishment orders by 50% ($1Bn) and maximized profitability by 5 percentage points.
  • Reduced inventory to a six-year low, optimizing supply chain from wholesale to Nike's retail stores
  • Reported directly into Western Europe VP Sales
  • lead a team of 5 Sales Manager and a virtual team of 6 Sales Managers across western European countries

Customer Operations Manager

Nike European Headquarters
Hilversum, The Netherlands
12.2007 - 09.2010
  • Shipping forecasting
  • Ensure full and on time deliveries to the accounts.
  • Lead a team of 10-15 direct reports
  • Interview and recruitment of new team members for CEMEA CS team
  • Proactive sales in CS to maximize profitability and manage the aged inventory level.
  • Nike.net coordinator
  • 10% improvement in the on time and full deliveries for Central Europe and 5% for South Europe.
  • 80% success rate in finding other roles for my team members impacted by the C-led project (decentralization of the Customer operations teams from EHQ back into the countries)

Key Account Sales Executive

|Nike Hellas
Athens, Greece
09.2005 - 11.2007
  • Managed Key Accounts (€60M) through a transition to a Nike-owned business model, delivering product presentations and managing assortments for key clients.
  • Increased sales by 120% in 2 years period.
  • Implemented “Shop-in-Shop” concepts, driving an 85% increase in sell-out.

Key Account Executive-Apparel

ELMEC Sports| Nike Distributor
03.2003 - 08.2005

· Developed seasonal product assortments and managed key account relationships, driving local sales growth.

Field Sales Rep-Footwear

Elmec| Nike Distibutor
Athens, Greece
01.2002 - 03.2003

· Managed 103 field customers, driving product visibility and ensuring financial compliance with key accounts.

Accounting Assistant Manager

PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Maintained accounting records for major clients, including a top law firm, while supporting HR recruitment for the accounting team.

Education

BBA - Finance And Economics

Department of Accounting & Finance.
Athens
01.1994 - 01.1998

Skills

General Management

Global Strategy Development

E-Commerce & Digital Business

P&L Ownership & Optimization

Licensing & Business Model Innovation

Cross-functional Team Leadership

Global Expansion & Market Penetration

Strategic Account & Marketplace Management

Sales Leadership & Business Development

Innovation & Product Development

Negotiation & Relationship Buildms and build long-term relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and senior leadership teams

Multicultural Leadership

Data-Driven Decision Making

Change Management

Financial Acumen

Languages

Greek
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Dutch
Upper intermediate
B2

Timeline

Head of E-commerce & Digital Business

|Resoul Group of Companies
07.2023 - Current

General Manager

Terra Nation|Resoul Group of Companies
10.2019 - Current

Global Commercial Director

Terra Nation|Resoul Group of Companies
09.2018 - 09.2019

European Strategic Account Director

Converse|Nike European Headquarters
07.2014 - 08.2018

Western Europe Intersport Category Sales Manager

|Nike European Headquarters
10.2012 - 06.2014

Western Europe Gross to Net Sales Manager

|Nike European Headquarters
09.2010 - 09.2012

Customer Operations Manager

Nike European Headquarters
12.2007 - 09.2010

Key Account Sales Executive

|Nike Hellas
09.2005 - 11.2007

Key Account Executive-Apparel

ELMEC Sports| Nike Distributor
03.2003 - 08.2005

Field Sales Rep-Footwear

Elmec| Nike Distibutor
01.2002 - 03.2003

Accounting Assistant Manager

PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.2000 - 01.2002

BBA - Finance And Economics

Department of Accounting & Finance.
01.1994 - 01.1998
Tasos PetrakisGeneral Manager | Commercial Director