Dare to Data

I founded Dare to Data to formalize and structure the relationships I have with some of the world's leading companies to consult, support and empower them in their data and AI journey.

Current and past clients include PepsiCo, PUMA, Whirlpool, Nitto, Amazon Web Services, AtScale, EM360, O'Reilly Media, nexxworks, Aporia, Colquímica, DATAcated Plus, The Ravit Show, Ontotext, Growth Tribe, IBM / Databand, CoRise, SingleStore, Equals, Einblick, Impetus, Nexla, Starburst, ClearML, Nvidia, Dubai Future Foundation, ThriveDX, Global DIY-Summit, Afera, Prophecy, Listly, Dremio, amongst others.

Founder

LinkedIn

Over 65,000 learners to date! Building and teaching content as a part of the data course library, currently focused on empowering others to take full control of their data through the use of SQL as well as how to tap into the power of analytical thinking.

LinkedIn Learning Instructor

IE Business School

Delivering keynotes for the US, Spain, Canada, Portugal, Russia, Armenia, Georgia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Jordan, Belgium, Luxembourg, Norway, Switzerland, Chile, Greece, Japan, South Korea, Nigeria, Egypt, Lebanon, China, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, France, Cyprus & more.

International Speaker

Graduate-level courses taught primarily within the MBA programs covering data and artificial intelligence topics, as well as personal branding workshops.

Adjunct Professor, Department of Information Systems and Technology

Leading the Corporate Masters program for Saudi Aramco employees.

Academic Director, Saudi Aramco Master in Business Analytics and Big Data

Leading the online Executive program which explores the range of possibilities offered by using new technologies and aligning digital strategy with general strategy in a company.

Academic Director, Digital Strategy and New Technologies Executive Program

Porto Business School

Graduate and executive level courses taught in business strategy for data and artificial intelligence.

Adjunct Professor

ISDI

Launched, continue to coordinate and teach the Data & AI module within one of the flagship programs at ISDI - the Master in Internet Business in Madrid, Barcelona and online.

Data & AI Module Program Manager

Regularly lecturing in advanced analytics topics at the Masters level and Executive programs in ISDI, an international institution focused on digital transformation.

Lecturer

VN Campaign Partners

Partner

Google

Developing insights and tools to empower our teams to work smarter and our clients to get the most out of Waze Ads. Leading analytical studies and strategy across North America for some of our largest advertising verticals (Fuel, Auto Parts & Services) as well as non-endemic verticals such as Entertainment. Creating scalable data solutions via daily use of SQL, BigQuery, Looker, CARTO, GSheets.

Analytical Lead, Waze

As a part-time facilitator, teaching engineers & analysts how to apply statistical methods to big data problems (Hypothesis Testing, T-Tests, Multiple Linear Regression, Logistic Regression, Centered Moving Average, Causal Impact, K-Means Clustering).

Master Faculty - Data Science I

Leading complex data projects, automation and optimization with our most advanced international clients cross-office.

Data Specialist

#IamRemarkable is an initiative empowering women & underrepresented groups to speak openly about their accomplishments in the workplace & beyond, thereby breaking modesty norms & glass ceilings. Workshops hosted for the UN World Tourism Organization, Amadeus, CARTO, IE Business School, LastMinute, Teleperformance, Google Campus - Digitalizadas.

#IamRemarkable Facilitator

Combining Google Search data with advanced analytics and Cloud tools to drive business impact. Working with a $xxx-million client portfolio.

Analytical Consultant

Nielsen

Maintaining data integrity and leading projects in data process optimization, as well as supporting a migration to Big Data technologies (Google Suite). Delivering both internal and external seminars and training courses around data topics.

Expert Engineer in Project Development and Big Data

Graduate Intern: Associate Systems Engineer

Graduate Fellow

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📍 Current resident of Málaga, Spain & native of Charlotte, North Carolina

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Greek-American currently living in Spain, helping companies harness the power of data. Driven analytics professional & strong supporter of lifelong learning. I hope to bring advanced data technologies to the masses & exploit the potentials of emerging technologies. I am bilingual & passionate about international relations. Avid reader (bibliophile) & traveler. With trips to 60+ countries & first-hand experience working in a variety of cultures & languages, I enjoy & thrive when working in an international environment.

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Alongside my corporate work, I am a regular international speaker supporting data analytics, emerging technologies & women in STEM. Some of my latest involvements include:
● Guest appearances on more than 30 podcasts such as SuperDataScience, Ken's Nearest Neighbors, How to Get An Analytics Job, Driven by Data, Humans of Data Science, Present Beyond Measure, LightsOnData & more.
● Interview features, guest lecturer, panelist and event host!
● Keynote speeches delivered regularly since 2018 across 15+ countries in-person, virtually spanning the globe, with audiences surpassing 1,000+. Top involvements include:
→ → The WPO Annual Conference 2022 in Montreal CA, "The Information Age: Digitized & Datafied"
→ → Bloom Tech Forum 2021, "Harnessing the Power of Data for a Better Tomorrow"
→ → The WPO Annual Conference 2021 in Nashville TN, “Data Science: A Double-Edged Sword"
→ → The World Knowledge Forum 2021, “The Information Age: Digitized & Datafied"
→ → The Global DIY-Summit 2021, "The Future of Retail: Data as a Differentiator"
→ → Africa Communications Week 2021, “The Shift toward Data-Driven Marketing & Communications” 
→ → DATAcated Conference 2021, “From zero to hero: a simple explanation of ML"
→ → DATAcated Conference 2020, “SQL isn't going anywhere"
→ → Quantic EMBA Conference 2020, “The Truth behind the Buzz- Emerging Data Technologies for the 21st Century"
→ → The Smart Future World Expo 2019 in Istanbul Turkey, "Harnessing the Power of Big Data"
→ → TechIE 2019 in Madrid Spain, "Big Data & ML Intro Workshop"
→ →  IE-UCOM Big Data Day 2018 in Yerevan Armenia, "Harnessing the Power of Big Data"

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For further opportunities (podcasts, events, etc.) in my interested fields, feel free to contact me directly.

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Christina Stathopoulos, MSc

Cryptic Shell

•	In-depth review of major cloud service provider's latest technologies, services and capabilities
•	Designing low-cost and efficient proof of concept solutions for different business use cases
•	Planning, effort estimating, feasibility assessment, and risks mitigation for cloud migration projects
• 	Implementing geographically resilient solutions with zero downtime on highly available systems
• 	Developing and contributing to an innovative communication strategy for cloud adoption
•	Designing hybrid on-premises and public cloud solutions with low risk and high returns potential
• 	Providing continuous insight on IT and business strength and weaknesses during projects
• 	Developing digitisation roadmap for greenfield migration or transformation projects
• 	Accessing business infrastructure, applications and services to leverage IoT technologies
• 	Transforming software development processes using continuous integration and agile development practices

Technologies: Microsoft Azure, Azure Data Warehouse, Amazon AWS, Google Cloud, Zscaler, Cloudi-Fi, AlienVault, DarkTrace, LogicMonitor, Cisco Meraki, Infor, Jenkins, SD-WAN, Zoom Conferencing, 8x8 VoIP, Logz.io, Workday, Workplace, MuleSoft, Salesforce

Cloud | Security | Solutions | Digital Transformation Architect - Various Projects

Lloyd's Register

Responsibilities:
• Revamped an abandoned Azure B2C solution setup by a 3rd party company
• Rebuilt B2C bulk user registration app
• Deployed several mission-critical applications dependent on B2C for external organisation
from private to defence
• Successfully deployed over 7 major critical releases without any disruption or downtime
globally
• Facilitated the seamless migration of 10,000+ users from a legacy B2C platform to new
production one without a disruption to application functionality or user experience
• Integrated Azure B2C ClientApps to authenticate CRM and Low Code Application Platforms
(LCAP)
• Created a custom client app with a manageable MFA solution
• Automated release of B2C policies, artefacts, and website resources using Azure DevOps

Technology and Skills:
API testing in Postman, C#/.NET, Identity and Access Management > User Authorisation,
Microsoft Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure API Management, Microsoft Azure Blob
Storage, Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure DevOps, Microsoft Graph, Microsoft
SQL Server, OAuth 2.0, OutSystems - Applications Studio, Salesforce, SAML

Azure B2C Architect - Maritime and Shipping

Novartis

• Implementing cIAM "Customer IAM" solution for multiple external clients
• Creating custom policies for different user authentication journeys
• API authentication and authorisation integration with 3rd party applications
• Securing website front-end pages using CloudFlare for session management and security
• Creating APIs for varied business use cases and integration with Salesforce and legacy systems
• Managing Azure DevOps repos and branch policies for Git changes
• Creating pipelines and automated deployment in Azure Apps and Azure Kubernetes Service
• Direct source code deployment from Visual Studio to Azure Apps (with Docker) and Azure DevOps
• Working within the SAFe agile framework with a global team of business/application/platform owners and stakeholders

Technologies:
Azure AD B2C, Azure DevOps, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure AppService, Visual Studio 2019, SAFe Agile, ServiceNow, CloudFlare, Salesforce

CIAM Architect - Pharmaceuticals

Oye Alebiosu Foundation for Women's Health

Implementation of NPSP "Non-profit Salesforce Platform" for a Women's based charity in the UK tackling domestic abuse and violence.

•	Helping client define proof of concept tailored to the charity's vision and goals
•	Working with the business analyst in defining different business use cases
•	Using the org-chart in creating user roles and permissions
•	3rd party app integration of unified comms (SMS, email, and WhatsApp Business)
•	Administration and security setup of SSO, MFA, Permission sets, Auth Providers, Certificates

Salesforce Consultant - Non Profit Women's Charity CRM

Stella McCartney

The lead platforms and infrastructure architect in the extraction of Stella McCartney from Kering and partnership with LVMH

• Was tasked with all aspects of the technical extraction, new platforms design, infrastructure setup, and IT migration from Kering’s infrastructure and platforms
• Adopted, designed and implemented a Cloud-first approach in the setting up Stella McCartney’s own greenfield IT landscape and technologies
• Seamlessly integrated over 35 multivendor solutions across ERP “Infor M3”, HR “Workday”, Retail “RetailPro”, Payment Gateways, Networking “Verizon SDWAN”, Security “Zscaler”, POS Systems, and End User Computing
• Migrated over 1250 user AD accounts and O365 mailboxes/archives using ADMT and Quest On-Demand
• Migrated all business-critical systems (Active Directory, File shares “Windows NFTS and Linux SFTP”, SharePoint, Databases and legacy applications) into Azure cloud
• Upgrade WAN solution across 70+ locations globally from MPLS to SD-WAN, and replaced Cisco Catalyst switches with Meraki while setting up enterprise wireless Hotspot solution for Corporate and Guest users
• Upgraded Windows 7 legacy devices to Windows 10 Pro with automated encryption enabled for senior executives, POS systems, and business-critical teams
• Rolled out Zoom video conferencing solutions for small and large conference rooms across global HQs
• Upgraded Mac OS devices to latest Catalina flavour
• Migrated mobile phone devices to new MDM solution, SOTI
• Setup ADFS, Azure SCIM, and Single Sign-On authentication with 3rd party enterprise applications
• Setup ServiceDesk ticketing solution and integrated into Atlassian JIRA for bug fixes
• Setup Azure Datawarehouse for BI and Operational Reporting
• Setup Remote Desktop Support solution for POS and employee systems
• Setup IPsec VPNs between Azure cloud hosting multiple resources and 3rd party suppliers and solutions
• Trained newly recruited Global Infrastructure Manager, Operations and Service Delivery Manager

Lead Technical Architect - Diversiture and Digital Transformation

University of the Arts London

•	Audit and architecture program centred around datacenter consolidation and migration to cloud service provider
•	Physical site audit and complete infrastructure asset discovery from networking, computing, storage to appliances.
•	Conducted a gap analysis on the current infrastructure to support the future business plans
•	Profiled all applications i.e. databases, operating systems, web services based on environment e.g. production, QA and Development
•	Established expected service levels, security requirements, licensing and maintenance for IT as a Service procurement
•	Completed an audit document that was used during the tender process of short-listing potential cloud suppliers
•	Designed the future proven MPLS network architecture with high availability and security requirements between University sites and cloud service provider datacenters
•	Worked with the architecture board and planning committee in identifying the right sourcing strategy for shortlisting providers
•	Provided a future migration plan to support business vision and strategy
•	Developed a remediation plan for the current infrastructure in preparation for migration exercise
•	Helped resolved network bottleneck at highly profiled sites by reviewing the core routers and aggregate switches configuration
•	Choosing the right service provider based on DC location and connectivity to JANET

Solutions Architect - Infrastructure Discovery and Design

Jack Wills

•	Global transformation project with SAP ERP platform integration and data center migration
•	Approving the network design, application compatibility and database clustering
•	Configuring the terminal, application and Web servers for back office tills/ePOs
•	Optimizing  internet and intranet traffic load balancing across datacenters and MPLS network
•	Activity planning and sequencing to migrate live servers and maintain near zero downtime
•	Signing off clustering, site replication and fail-over solutions for Database servers
•	Reviewed the entire network IP addressing scheme and provided an optimized solution
•	Working 3rd parties in designing and providing the best solution for smooth migration
•	Collaborating with 3rd parties during troubleshooting and transitioning phase
•	Upgraded Active directory site and trust level from 2003 to 2008 R2
•	Approved the choice of Load balancing, Firewall/DMZ configuration and Network Routing
•	Performance and load tested the production environment prior to live migration
•	Designed an architectural overview of the relationship and dependencies between the business services and infrastructure components - network, computing, and storage
•	Keeping senior management informed on necessary changes and risks prior to CAB meeting 
•	Created a comprehensive but simple documentation solution for BAU and Supplier

Infrastructure Architect - SAP ERP Platform Integration and DC Migration

Balfour Beatty Services

•	Management of over 250 production servers with over 5000 clients systems for high profile clients and internal departments
•	Servers, services and traffic monitoring across all sites and datacenters using Bluecoat appliance and Solarwinds
•	Creating a functional backup enterprise solution for over 60 sites using Microsoft DFS and Symantec BackExec Enterprise 2010 R2.
•	Management of Citrix farms for intranet and Internet facing applications.
•	Setting SLAs for backup restore processes using recovery point and time objectives
•	Datacenter decommissioning and migration of production servers to new infrastructure
•	Creating WMI filters to isolate specific devices and operating systems during AD migration
•	Setting the base image for Windows 7 and XP images on SCCM server
•	Offsite backup collection and tape unit maintenance management
•	Using EMC Infra service desk for change and asset management
•	Produced documentation for Backup solution, iPad configuration and SCCM base images
•	Optimizing SCCM site deployments using AD Sites and Replication topology in installing client software on slow sites.

Lead Infrastructure Analyst - Enterprise Backups and DC Consolidation

KPMG UK

•	3rd line support role to users in 4 different sites in south east region
•	Remotely installing, configuring and migrating users from Windows XP to Vista
•	Blackberry devices configuration and support
•	Creating, deleting, linking and unlinking of accounts on both McAfee/Safebook encryption
•	Solving profiles issues and application configuration conflicts
•	Keeping track of assets to be deployed and temporary loaned devices
•	Using SAP CRM in creating and resolving escalated issues from helpdesk team
•	Configuring outlook 2007 and office communicator linked coupled with Cisco IP communicator
•	Making software requests to SCCM server team and windows update issues
•	Building systems, migrating profiles and securing personal information for deployed users.
•	Resolving corporate intranet access rights and troubleshooting connectivity issues

Senior Systems Engineer - Enterprise Desktop Migration

•	Senior Chartis Executives desktop and workstation migration overseeing within London offices
•	Migrating and creating user profiles from old workstation to new ones
•	Creating shares and connecting network drives on local sites and geographical file servers
•	Securing laptops for mobile/remote users using encryption and data loss prevention software
•	Configuring onsite local and remote printers for users
•	Updating user details in active directory and patching systems through windows update server
• 	Inventory management of built, deployed and retrieved systems
•	Ensuring compliance with company policies regarding security and confidentiality 
•	Outlook  setup and PST migration from SAN servers to newly configured machines
•	Updating project manager on developments and progress

Senior Customer Engineer - Mergers and Acquisitions

Leading the way in innovative cloud-based architectures, I concentrate on facilitating digital transformations and enhancing user experiences through effective proof-of-concept solutions. Throughout my career, I have efficiently deployed mission-critical applications, guaranteeing zero downtime and seamless migrations for thousands of users. This demonstrates my extensive expertise in cloud service technologies and robust solution design.

Working with global teams, I've leveraged several cloud technologies to deliver resilient and secure infrastructures. The collaboration on geographically diverse systems has honed my skills in infrastructure as code and container orchestration and affirmed my commitment to developing cutting-edge solutions that contribute to the strength and agility of IT and business landscapes.

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