Kouris Kalligas is an accomplished professional with vast experience in strategy, start-ups, innovation management, business development, mergers & acquisitions, supply chain, data analysis, reporting, leading projects & teams, and non-governmental organizations. He holds a Master of Arts degree in International Relations from the University of Warwick, an ERASMUS in International Business from the University of Gävle, and a Bachelor of Arts in International Economics & Development from Democritus University of Thrace - (D.U.Th.).

With his exceptional background and skillsets, Kouris has brought his talent to various organizations, including Sappi Europe, where he currently serves as the Head of Digital Transformation. He also co-founded and was CEO of two technology startups, Therachat and Addapp, and worked in different roles at Sappi Fine Paper Europe, including Lead Business Development Manager and Supply Chain Service Manager. He started his career at Sappi Fine Paper Europe as a European Management Trainee and worked his way up the ladder.

Kouris specializes in strategy, innovation management, project management, and data analysis. He has worked in different fields, including industry, technology, and non-governmental organizations.