Profile
Georgios (b.
1985), Partner, is a technology enthusiast and software developer.
He has filled positions in a number of technology-related activities, ranging from computer repairs to software architect.
Still as a student, he applied his bachelor thesis into a startup pursuing data feed transformation and failed.
At the same time, he adopted and organized the Open Coffee meetings in Thessaloniki, forming a common ground for the entrepreneurial and technology communities there.
In 2009, he co-founded Openfund and now serves as Partner.
He focuses on technology due diligence and business development of Openfund portfolio companies while serving in the boards of many of those.
He holds a BSc in Computer Science from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
Georgios Kasselakis active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
The Openfund SA
The Openfund SA Investment ManagersFinance Openfund invests in companies located in Greece. The firm targets companies operating in the fields of software, mobile platforms and the web. It provides financing for pre seed and seed stage capital requirements with a minimum investment size of EUR 50000 and it also take minority stake positions. | Private Equity Investor | 2008-08-31 |
World Economic Forum LLC
World Economic Forum LLC Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The company is based in New York. It serves as a platform for public-private cooperation, connecting leaders from business, government, international organizations, civil society, and academia to address challenges. The forum hosts annual meetings in Davos and other major gatherings, including thematic and regional events that foster dialogue and collaborative action. It operates through 11 centres that convene experts and leaders to generate insights and drive solutions on issues such as economic stability, climate resilience, digital trust, health, workforce reskilling, and gender equality. Initiatives like the Reskilling Revolution and the Edison Alliance promote economic and digital inclusion. The forum facilitates diplomacy and cooperation, including health programs like the Gavi vaccine alliance. Governance is guided by principles of legitimacy, accountability, transparency, and concerted action, with leadership including a board of trustees and an executive managing board. The organization emphasizes operational transparency and data privacy, employing cookies for website functions, analytics, and marketing with clear user consent and data protection policies. Part of Forum Mondial de L'Economie, World Economic Forum LLC is an independent, not-for-profit organization founded in 1971. | Director/Board Member | 2012-05-31 |
Former positions of Georgios Kasselakis
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Big Pi Ventures Scsp
Big Pi Ventures Scsp Investment ManagersFinance Big Pi Ventures invests in companies located across the globe primarily in Europe and the United States. The firm targets companies operating in the fields of computer science, artificial intelligence, health & life sciences and climate technology. It provides financing for seed and early stage capital requirements with an investment size of EUR 0.5 - 3 million. | Private Equity Investor | 2021-06-30 |
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| Private companies | 3 |
|---|---|
The Openfund SA
The Openfund SA Investment ManagersFinance Openfund invests in companies located in Greece. The firm targets companies operating in the fields of software, mobile platforms and the web. It provides financing for pre seed and seed stage capital requirements with a minimum investment size of EUR 50000 and it also take minority stake positions. | Finance |
Big Pi Ventures Scsp
Big Pi Ventures Scsp Investment ManagersFinance Big Pi Ventures invests in companies located across the globe primarily in Europe and the United States. The firm targets companies operating in the fields of computer science, artificial intelligence, health & life sciences and climate technology. It provides financing for seed and early stage capital requirements with an investment size of EUR 0.5 - 3 million. | Finance |
World Economic Forum LLC
World Economic Forum LLC Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The company is based in New York. It serves as a platform for public-private cooperation, connecting leaders from business, government, international organizations, civil society, and academia to address challenges. The forum hosts annual meetings in Davos and other major gatherings, including thematic and regional events that foster dialogue and collaborative action. It operates through 11 centres that convene experts and leaders to generate insights and drive solutions on issues such as economic stability, climate resilience, digital trust, health, workforce reskilling, and gender equality. Initiatives like the Reskilling Revolution and the Edison Alliance promote economic and digital inclusion. The forum facilitates diplomacy and cooperation, including health programs like the Gavi vaccine alliance. Governance is guided by principles of legitimacy, accountability, transparency, and concerted action, with leadership including a board of trustees and an executive managing board. The organization emphasizes operational transparency and data privacy, employing cookies for website functions, analytics, and marketing with clear user consent and data protection policies. Part of Forum Mondial de L'Economie, World Economic Forum LLC is an independent, not-for-profit organization founded in 1971. | Consumer Services |
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