CEO (Partner)

Naval architect with multiple expertise in all elements of Maritime, including the Emissions Trading Systems. An active extraordinary member of the Board of Directors in a Fintech Peer-to-Peer (P2P) European Company. Two years previous Board of Directors position in a top Classification Society (DNV). Environmental Policy, Carbon Trading, and EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) professional in Greece and abroad, consulting banks, mutual funds, and other investments/equity firms mainly in the US and Canada.

Technical and Compliance Directorship positions in Greek Ship Management/Owning Companies. Previous consultancy role in Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS). Member of various carbon credits/offsets and EUETS Roundtables and Organizations. Twenty years of experience in vessel inspections, vessels, and company auditing, as well as Flag Liaison Officer for the Greek Flag Administration in the same top Classification Society.

COO (Partner)

Alexandros is a highly motivated Naval Architect and Marine Engineer who thrives on the dynamism of the Maritime Industry and the countless opportunities it offers to improve standards and ensure a safer working environment for seafarers, as well as environmental protection.

Beginning in 2001, Alexandros assumed a pivotal role in the management of RO-RO, General Cargo, and Tanker vessels. In 2007, he expanded his expertise to encompass policies and procedures pertaining to Ship to Ship transfer operations. Currently, within DYNAMARINe, Alexandros actively contributes to the commercial aspects and the development of products and services. Additionally, he holds certifications as an Instructor-Trainer from ABS and is a qualified ISM and ISPS auditor, accredited by DNV.

Alex Glykas is the (co-)author or editor of several academic papers, best practice guidelines, and three books.

CTO (Partner)

George has a MEng in Electrical and Computer Sciences along with a MSc in Engineering Management from Duke University in USA. He has been involved in the shipping services since 2012 and has participated in numerous projects related to ship performance and energy efficiency. His experience involves the development of a specialized energy monitoring software, comprehensive ship energy analysis and emission calculations to serve industry requirements. Also, involvement in various consulting services, frequent communication with clients and risk analysis for shipping operations. Since 2012 he is a member of the Global Association of Risk professionals and holder of the Energy Risk Professional certification.

Financial & Trading Expert

Currently an investment, financing, and commodities expert consultant, with previous roles as Special Advisor to the General Secretary of the Decentralized Administration of the Aegean, auditing projects wealth and balance sheets of the supervised regional and local authorities.

Noncurrent Board of Director memberships in KYROS Appraisal S.A. as well as KYROS AEED S.A. in which he served as BoD Vice-president. Previous experience as a Chartered Accountant in one of the “Big Four” Auditing/Accounting firms.

HR Coordinator

With over a decade in HR, Athina excels in creating dynamic work environments. Starting by working as an environmental engineer in renewable sector, she went through a lot of challenges to handle teams and projects. Through the years Athina recognized her true power to work with people and find ways to improve their performance. As HR manager in various companies she mastered talent acquisition strategies, fostering exponential company growth. Later she spearheaded performance management, elevating engagement by 20%.

Currently at ETSdesk, Athina revamped HR policies, prioritizing diversity and inclusion. Her expertise spans talent acquisition, performance management, and organizational development.

Fintech Data Analyst

Experienced in Financial Institutions, Banking and Fintech sector with more than 25 years in multiple departments. Diversified knowledge and technical skills obtained in all sections of fintech and e-payments sector (SWIFT, Credit Cards, Cash Management, E-Commerce, Crypto, P2P). Part of the core team that developed and implemented the relevant infrastructure of one of the main fin-tech companies/banks in Greece.

Legal Advisor

Despoina Vourlidi is the founder and Managing Director of WCS. She holds a BA in Accounting and Business and an MBA in International Financial Management from Sunderland University (UK). With a background in accounting and experience at Suncrest Surrounds Ltd., AMT Insurance Brokers, and MARPO LTD, she co-founded WCS Hellas in 2005 and later established WCS Ltd. in 2010, specializing in Cathodic Protection services for the shipping industry. In 2019, she completed an LLM in Maritime Law, and this book on “Ship to Ship Transfer Operations” is a result of her dissertation, aiming to raise awareness and ensure secure cargo transshipment.