George Pratsos - Owner and CEO

Q: Where is George based?

George is based in Nicosia, Cyprus and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does George speak?

George speaks the following languages: Greek (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Italian (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does George have?

George has at least 26 years of experience. During this time, George has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 8 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 11 months . Note that George may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What companies has George worked for in recent years?

In recent years, George has worked for Coursegenie.ai , Code School Cyprus , EFACT Services Ltd , New Horizons Cyprus & Greece , and AXIS Regional Academy .

Q: Which industries is George most experienced in?

George is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Education , and Manufacturing . George also has some experience in Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is George most experienced in?

George is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Sales , and Strategy and Planning . George also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) , Customer Service , and Human Resources (HR) .

Q: Which industries has George worked in recently?

George has recently worked in industries like Education , Information Technology (IT) , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has George worked in recently?

George has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Strategy and Planning , and Human Resources (HR) .

Q: What is George's education?

George holds a Master in International Management from University of London, Royal Holloway and a Bachelor in Computer Engineering from University of Manchester .

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Nicosia, Cyprus

Experience

Mar 2023 - Sep 2024

1 year 7 months

Coursegenie.ai

Developed an AI-powered platform automating content generation for educators.
Delivered training sessions on responsible AI use in educational institutions.

Nov 2022 - Dec 2024

2 years 2 months

Code School Cyprus

Founded and led a coding school for young learners.
Developed a curriculum focused on digital literacy and foundational coding skills.

Aug 2022 - Present

3 years 7 months

Cyprus

Owner and CEO

EFACT Services Ltd

Leading a project to deliver 30 Azure cloud training programs to 480 employees.

Aug 2020 - Jul 2022

2 years

CEO

New Horizons Cyprus & Greece

Led the establishment and growth of Cyprus and Greece franchises, developing and implementing a strategic vision that transformed them into premier IT training destinations, and delivering measurable results.
Recruited, trained, and managed a team of 5 Account Executives, administrative, marketing and a number of contract instructors, fostering a high-performing, collaborative environment.
Drove significant sales growth and exceeded targets despite challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic by implementing effective sales strategies and fostering a culture of innovation.
Won a major government contract to train 4,000 civil servants in digital skills, overseeing the entire training program delivery and ensuring alignment with objectives.
Fostered strategic partnerships with Microsoft, CompTIA, and Cisco, enhancing market presence and training capabilities, while also securing long-term stakeholder relationships.

Jan 2013 - Present

13 years 2 months

Cyprus

Owner and CEO

AXIS Regional Academy

Strategically integrated universities and colleges into the Cisco Networking Academy, enhancing regional educational offerings and aligning them with industry needs, and driving growth in the e-learning sector.
Aligned academic curricula with industry-leading certifications, ensuring students acquired relevant skills and bridging the gap between education and employment.
Established partnerships with educational institutions, amplifying the academy's impact on producing certified professionals, and demonstrating a solid understanding of stakeholder management and collaboration.

Sep 2008 - Jul 2020

11 years 11 months

Cyprus

Owner and CEO

EFACT Services Ltd

Drove the expansion of IT/ICT training offerings, including accredited Cisco, Microsoft, and VMware courses.
Multiplied sales 12-fold from 2008 to 2020.

Dec 2006 - Jun 2008

1 year 7 months

Project Manager

Odyssey Cybersecurity

Dec 1999 - Dec 2005

6 years 1 month

France

Technical Support & Knowledge Management

Lexmark International

Aug 1998 - Dec 1999

1 year 5 months

Greece

Systems Analyst

Xerox Greece

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Information Technology (26.5 years), Education (17.5 years), Manufacturing (6 years), and Professional Services (3.5 years).

Information Technology

Education

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Product Development (17.5 years), Sales (14 years), Strategy (13 years), Information Technology (11 years), Customer Service (6 years), and Human Resources (5.5 years).

Product Development

Sales

Strategy

Information Technology

Customer Service

Human Resources

Summary

A strategic and innovative leader with a 25+ year track record in Tech and 15+ year experience in the Education industry. Adept at developing and implementing AI strategies to drive business growth and transformation. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex projects, and build successful ventures. Skilled in bridging the technical and business sides of AI, with a commitment to ethical AI practices and a strong focus on delivering measurable results. Experienced in stakeholder management, communication, and strategic planning.

Skills

Strategic Ai Leadership: Developing And Implementing Ai Strategies To Drive Business Growth And Transformation.
Team Leadership & Development: Building, Mentoring, And Motivating Multidisciplinary Teams To Achieve Shared Goals.
Ai Implementation & Innovation: Designing, Developing, And Implementing Ai Solutions, And Identifying New Opportunities To Use Ai, Including Generative Ai.
Stakeholder Management & Communication: Building Strong Relationships With Internal And External Stakeholders, And Clearly Presenting Complex Ideas.
Project Management & Execution: Overseeing Ai Projects From Concept To Completion, Ensuring On-time, On-budget Delivery.
Ethical Ai Practices: Implementing And Promoting Data Privacy, Ethical Ai And Regulatory Compliance.
Analytical & Data Driven Decision Making: Using Data To Drive Strategic Decision Making.
Technical Proficiency: Strong Understanding Of Ai, Generative Ai, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Automation Tools (Zapier, Make.com), And Project Management Software.

Languages

Greek

Native

English

Advanced

French

Intermediate

Italian

Elementary

Education

Sep 2001 - Dec 2003

University of London, Royal Holloway

MBA International Management · International Management · Egham, United Kingdom

Sep 1995 - Jul 1998

University of Manchester

B.Sc. (Hons) Computer Engineering · Computer Engineering · Manchester, United Kingdom

Certifications & licenses

IAPP AI Governance Professional

AI Mindset Training Program

Multi Agent Systems With Crewai

Deeplearning.ai

Product Management Basics

Productcertified.com

Agile Fundamentals

IC Agile

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Where is George based?

George is based in Nicosia, Cyprus and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does George speak?

George speaks the following languages: Greek (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Italian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does George have?

George has at least 26 years of experience. During this time, George has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 11 months. Note that George may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would George be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, George would be well-suited for roles such as: Owner and CEO, CEO, Project Manager.

What companies has George worked for in recent years?

In recent years, George has worked for Coursegenie.ai, Code School Cyprus, EFACT Services Ltd, New Horizons Cyprus & Greece, and AXIS Regional Academy.

Which industries is George most experienced in?

George is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Education, and Manufacturing. George also has some experience in Professional Services.

Which business areas is George most experienced in?

George is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Sales, and Strategy and Planning. George also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Customer Service, and Human Resources (HR).

Which industries has George worked in recently?

George has recently worked in industries like Education, Information Technology (IT), and Professional Services.

Which business areas has George worked in recently?

George has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Strategy and Planning, and Human Resources (HR).

What is George's education?

George holds a Master in International Management from University of London, Royal Holloway and a Bachelor in Computer Engineering from University of Manchester.

Does George have any certificates?

George has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: IAPP AI Governance Professional, AI Mindset Training Program, and Multi Agent Systems With Crewai.

What is the availability of George?

George is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of George?

George's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.