Theodoros Pantis
Deputy Director of Commercial Real Estate Development (dep. CCO) @ GEK TERNA Group of Companies
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Transformational retail, hospitality and real estate executive with 20+ years of proven success with transforming high-value retail assets & mixed-use developments (€80M–$560M) across Europe and Africa. Expertise in maximizing occupancy, profitability, and footfall through strategic leadership: Spearheaded the turnaround of Two Rivers Development, a $560M project, from $3.6M deficit to $1.6M profit while growing occupancy from 42% to 96%. Led award-winning shopping centers including Golden Hall and The Mall Athens, generating €490M+ in combined annual turnover. Expert in large-scale mixed-use developments, strategic partnerships, and operational excellence. Geographic Expertise: Greece, Albania, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, Germany
Greece
Marousi
Retail
Financial Services, Revenue & Profit Growth, P&L Management, Operational Excellence, Operations, Customer Satisfaction, Presentations, Budgeting, Leadership, Growth Strategies, Market Analysis, Interpersonal Skills, Retail, Customer Service, Strategic Partnerships, Time Management, Internal and External Communications, Strategy, Key Performance Indicators, Analytical Skills
Experience

Deputy Director of Commercial Real Estate Development (dep. CCO)
Athens, Attiki, Greece
Leading commercial strategy and real estate development for one of Greece's largest infrastructure portfolios. My role encompasses the end-to-end commercial lifecycle—from brand identity and tenant mix strategy to large-scale lease acquisitions. Key Responsibilities & Projects: New Kastelli Airport Development: Serving as Commercial Director for the new international gateway. Responsible for the creation of the brand identity, strategic tenant mix design, and high-stakes tenant acquisition for both the Airport Terminal and the adjacent Retail Park. National Retail Portfolio: Direct oversight of commercial operations and tenant management for major shopping malls in Ioannina and Volos. Motorway Service Stations (MSS): Managing the retail strategy and commercial footprint for shops within petrol stations across the entire Greek highway network, ensuring a consistent and high-quality traveler experience nationwide.

General Manager
Tirana, Albania
• • Direct Albania's largest mixed-use project - €80M development featuring 80 retail shops, advanced football stadium, and Marriott 5* Hotel • Achieved exceptional market penetration - 96% market awareness and 100% lease occupancy within first year • Drove significant visitor growth - Increased Arena Center annual visitors to 2.8 million • Orchestrated luxury resort development - 220 residential units, 22 villas, and 86-room Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel • Led innovative infrastructure projects - Developed Albania's longest funicular system • Built strategic partnerships - Established key stakeholder relationships maximizing regional visibility and profitability • Direct landlord oversight of Marriott Tirana Hotel operations: Monitor performance metrics, ensure compliance with franchise standards, and coordinate capital expenditure planning • Optimize hotel asset performance: Collaborate with Marriott management on revenue strategies, operational efficiency, and property maintenance to maximize asset value

Partner – My Spectrum SA
Athens, Attiki, Greece
• Held leadership roles including General Manager at Arena Center (AlbStar Ltd) and Interim General Manager for Konstantinidis Pastry Chain. • Led expansion initiatives in Saudi Arabia, Kenya, and South Africa, specifically in Property and Asset Management. • Directed growth strategies for multiple Greek SMEs, overseeing projects in FMCG, market penetration, pricing strategies, and client segmentation.

Managing Director – Two Rivers Development
Nairobi County, Kenya
• Directed the $560M Two Rivers Development, comprising the largest shopping center in Sub-Saharan Africa (outside South Africa), Four Seasons Hotel, Two Rivers Theme Park, and extensive office complexes. • Spearheaded Strategic Planning to align assets with long-term growth and profitability, leveraging market trends and expansion opportunities. • Led Asset Management across multiple divisions, maintaining high operational standards and regulatory compliance. • Strengthened Financial Performance through budgeting, forecasting, and revenue optimization, with a focus on cost control and profitability maximization. • Drove Tenant and Customer Relations, ensuring high levels of satisfaction through responsive and proactive engagement. • Oversaw the construction and project management of 10,000 apartments, ensuring timely, quality completion within budget constraints. • Actively engaged with the community to build positive local relations and support economic development initiatives.

Center General Manager – Golden Hall
Athens, Attiki, Greece
•Managed premium retail destination - 40,000 sqm center with 140 luxury shops •Directed all Marketing activities including strategy, execution, and budgeting of an annual €1.1M marketing fund, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) such as footfall, frequency of visits, dwell time, sales increase, and awareness. • Delivered exceptional performance - €170M annual turnover and €26M pre-tax profit • Maintained perfect occupancy - 100% leased with over 5 million annual visitors • Earned industry recognition - ICSC Gold Award Winner for Best Shopping Center in Europe (2011)

Center General Manager – The Mall Athens
Athens, Attiki, Greece
• Operated flagship shopping destination - 60,000 sqm center with 205 shops • Directed all Marketing activities including strategy, execution, and budgeting of an annual €1.5M marketing fund, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) such as footfall, frequency of visits, dwell time, sales increase, and awareness. • Directed a €3.5M annual operations budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation and top-tier customer satisfaction • Achieved record performance - €320M turnover, €48M profit, highest revenue per sqm in ECE portfolio (€5,333/sqm) • Generated massive footfall - 11.6M+ annual visitors • Won performance excellence award - ECE Best Performing Shopping Center (2006) competing 168 shopping centers across 3 continents

Customer Development Manager
Makro Cash & Carry Wholesale Greece SA
Athens, Attiki, Greece
• Built strong relationships with key customers, implemented sales growth strategies, and conducted in-depth market analysis to drive business development. • Managed key accounts and collaborated cross-functionally to align on strategic goals.
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