George is an experienced professional with a long-standing career in lending, risk management, finance, IFRS. His senior leadership roles include Deputy CEO/CFO of a bank with over 1,300 employees, Director in a Big 4 firm, and CEO/CFO positions in the shipping and logistics sector, Group CFO, Strategic Advisor and trainer, supporting complex transformation projects. George brings a truly international perspective to professional education – connecting global financial knowledge with practical, business- focused learning. Currently is an Executive Director and Board member in an investment firm. George long standing career in Executive roles has enhanced his strategic business leadership skills and broaden his practical skills and experience at the strategic management level.
Examples of Training and Advisory projects and Clients
George specializes in complex IFRS standards, Corporate Finance, M&A, Performance Management, Risk Management and other topics. He has participated directly in implementation projects across multiple industries such as Banking, Real Estate, Energy, Logistics. His expertise also spans Strategic Financial Management, Risk Management, Corporate Lending, and Mergers and Acquisitions. He has designed and delivered numerous tailored training programmes for middle, senior, and top management teams for key EY clients in the MENA region and internationally like Aramco, Schipchem and many other companies in Poland, Romania, Hungary, Malta, Russia, Greece, Cyprus, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Dubai and continues to contribute to the development of financial literacy and professional education across multiple markets.
Position in EY Academy
George is an Associate Senior Trainer for the EY Academy of Business in Europe and the Middle East, a role he has held since 2005. He has delivered training to EY professionals and external clients across Europe, Russia, and the Middle East. With over 20 years of experience in professional education, George has extensive exposure to ACCA, ACA, CFA, and tailor-made executive training programmes.