Ilias Pantelopoulos

Dynamic Communications, Strategy, and Digital Marketing Executive with a rich history spanning over two decades in the industry. In 2021, I expanded my entrepreneurial pursuits by co-founding catalytic, a creative strategy studio committed to to bridge strategy withcreativeand innovation.

My career is rooted in a comprehensive suite of skills, including general management, digital business development, creative direction, and brand strategy, allowing me to drive innovation and growth across various sectors.

Before catalytic, I had the opportunity to contribute as the Managing Director for MRM McCann Athens since 2016, steering the agency towards progress and growth. My passion for nurturing innovation extends to advising startups across Europe and Greece, guiding them through their formative stages with strategic insights and actionable advice.

In 2011, I co-founded Bakers Digital Communication, a pioneering digital PR agency dedicated to maximizing the potential of digital media, content marketing, and online reputation management. My tenure as Digital Business Manager at Sony Music further honed my expertise, overseeing digital business development and marketing strategies in Greece and South Eastern Europe.

My career embarked from a creative standpoint as the New Media and Art Director and then Creative Director at Karamella Advertising in 2000, setting the foundation for my diverse skill set.

Academically, I am fortified with a BA Hons in Visual Communication from the Birmingham Institute of Art and Design, Birmingham City University. Beyond my professional endeavors, I am an avid contributor to the industry dialogue, frequently engaging as a speaker at various workshops, conferences, and seminars both locally and internationally.