Thomas Gkilias profile

Describe it (summary)

I am a business consultant and entrepreneur with expertise in innovation, strategy, and EU-funded projects. As Founder and CEO of MindmeUp, I have supported over 70 clients in securing funding and building sustainable solutions. With experience in marketing, product management, and technology transfer, I turn ideas into market-ready results. I am passionate about digital transformation, sustainability, and education, and I mentor individuals and organizations to grow and innovate.

Work Experience (1)

CEO & Founder

MindmeUp

February 2021 - Present

Greece

• Creation and execution of investment proposals under Greek national funding programs (ESPA/NSRF, DYPA, LEADER, Development Law), supporting over 70 clients from submission to fund disbursement.
• Design and implementation of EU-funded projects (Erasmus+, Horizon Europe), with responsibilities across project coordination, work package delivery, networking, reporting, and impact dissemination.
• Development of Business Plans, Feasibility Studies, Sustainability Reports, and ESG strategies tailored to Greek SMEs, startups, and research teams.
• Design and establishment of corporate innovation systems using structured methodologies for idea generation, evaluation, and new product/service development. Creation and delivery of business consulting services on strategic growth, market expansion, and investment planning.
• Execution of brand repositioning strategies, including competitor analysis, market research, marketing strategy, and visual identity design. Development and facilitation of training programs and workshops aligned with national (LAEK/EOPPEP) and EU educational frameworks.
• Creation of educational content and training material for professional development in marketing, innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Selection, training, and performance evaluation of human capital, covering the full employee lifecycle management.
• Implementation of digital transformation and CSR strategies for companies aligned with the EU Green Deal, Digital Agenda, and Circular Economy goals.
• Provision of expert consulting services in EU-funded projects (e.g., CCRI, STAGE, Silicon Eurocluster, SUSRUR), focusing on sustainability, innovation, and digitalization support for SMEs and public entities.