Elias Kalyvas

My professional path spans military service, leadership, business development, technology, entrepreneurship and security operations. Across these different environments, the common thread has been the same: understanding complex situations, taking responsibility, building structure and making sound decisions. I don't approach problems simply as tasks to complete, but as systems to understand and improve — combining operational discipline, leadership, technology and practical execution.

Team Leader – Security Operations at City Hellas Security (2025-12 – Present)

• Operate within high-responsibility VIP residential security environments requiring discretion, situational awareness, rapid decision-making, and structured coordination
• Perform and coordinate security duties in accordance with established procedures and operational requirements
• Design SOPs and operational workflows for real-time security environments
• Structure shift systems to ensure continuous operational coverage
• Lead execution and team coordination under high-responsibility conditions
• Apply operational experience to the design and development of digital security systems

Founder | AI & Learning Systems at Elias Kalyvas Learning & Development (2023-06 – Present)

• Design business and learning strategies and translate them into AI-powered systems
• Build system architectures connecting user experience, automation workflows, and business goals
• Lead execution across product, training, and growth initiatives
• Improved knowledge retention (+15%)
• Delivered leadership programs (90% satisfaction)

Co-Founder | Product & Strategy at My Mentor (Mobile Application) (2023-06 – Present)

• Designed and launched a digital application from concept to execution
• Structured system architecture and user experience (+60% engagement)
• Led cross-functional team execution
• Developed partnerships and investment proposals

Executive Mentor | Hybrid Collaboration Model at The Mentoring Club (2021 – Present)

Operate within a hybrid collaboration model, partnering with a Germany-based mentoring platform while delivering independent executive mentoring

• Delivered 200+ hours of mentoring in leadership, communication, and personal strategy
• Designed cognitive-based development frameworks tailored to individual growth paths
• Achieved 100% mentee retention and strong qualitative feedback
• Supported professionals in career positioning, decision-making, and strategic development

Team Leader / Recruiter at RE/MAX Fidelity Brokers (2025-01 – 2025-05)

• Designed and executed multi-channel talent acquisition strategy
• Led recruitment, evaluation, and onboarding of real estate professionals
• Developed training programs improving sales and communication performance
• Organized events and initiatives that increased engagement and hiring outcomes

Business Development at Zielinski & Rozen (2024-04 – 2024-06)

• Built 300+ B2B client portfolio
• Structured outreach and partnership systems
• Closed high-value agreements

Logistics Analyst at Leventopoulos S.A. (2019-10 – 2021-02)

• Optimized logistics operations, reducing errors by 25%
• Improved inventory accuracy and warehouse efficiency
• Implemented process improvements with measurable cost impact

Career Military Service | Operations, Administration & Leadership at Hellenic Air Force (1997 – 2018)

Served for 20 years as a career member of the Hellenic Air Force across operational, administrative, financial and project-based assignments

• Performed military duties within regulated, security-conscious environments requiring discipline, situational awareness, adherence to procedures and accountability
• Undertook security-related military duties as part of regular service responsibilities
• Coordinated personnel, operational requirements and cross-functional activities across different assignments

Office Manager / Project Manager – Air Force History Museum at Hellenic Air Force (1997 – 2018)

• Led the creation of the Air Force History Museum
• Coordinated multi-department teams and stakeholders
• Improved operational efficiency and project timelines

Financial Officer – Events Coordination at Hellenic Air Force (1997 – 2018)

• Managed financial and administrative operations
• Organized high-level events involving VIP stakeholders

HR / Administrative Leadership at Hellenic Air Force (1997 – 2018)

• Managed personnel operations and training systems
• Improved onboarding processes and workforce performance

MBA in International Business – University of East London

MA in History of Art & Philosophy – University of Athens

BA in Hellenic Civilization – Hellenic Open University