Christodoulos Koutsoulianos
Business & Municipal Enterprise Consultant | Leadership & Strategic Decision-Making Expert | Author | Speaker
About Me
I am a seasoned consultant with over three decades of experience in municipal enterprises, leadership, and local government. Specializing in strategic decision-making, municipal entrepreneurship, and public sector reforms, I provide consultancy services to organizations aiming for operational excellence and sustainable community development. I have authored five books on municipal entrepreneurship and have been actively involved in teaching and organizing conferences on leadership, management, and entrepreneurship.
I also host the online show «Leadership and Entrepreneurship», where I interview prominent global personalities involved in leadership and business, sharing insights into the dynamics of successful leadership in today’s world.
Professional Experience
Business & Municipal Enterprise Consultant
Self-Employed | 2018 – Present
Consulting with public sector organizations, local governments, and businesses on leadership, management, and strategic decision-making. I provide expert advice on enhancing organizational performance, implementing public sector reforms, and fostering entrepreneurship within the local government and community sectors.
General Director, Municipal Enterprise for Social and Cultural Development
Kalamaria Municipality | 2011 – 2018
Led the integration of social and cultural services for the municipality, spearheading numerous community development projects and public initiatives to enhance local service delivery and engagement.
General Director, Municipal Enterprise for Social Services
Kalamaria Municipality | 2009 – 2011
Managed social services within Kalamaria, optimizing resources and creating accessible services for the local population. Focused on program development and enhancing the efficiency of social service delivery.
General Director, Merged Municipal Enterprise
Kalamaria Municipality | 2004 – 2009
Directed the merger of two municipal enterprises, streamlining operations and ensuring effective service delivery within the community. This initiative marked the first merger of municipal enterprises in Greece, setting a new precedent for efficiency and collaboration.
Director, Municipal Enterprise for the Development of Kalamaria Municipality
Kalamaria Municipality | 1993 – 2004
Led the municipal enterprise focused on the development and improvement of public services. Managed large-scale initiatives that contributed to the growth of Kalamaria, enhancing both infrastructure and community welfare.
Key Achievements & Contributions
- Founder of Greece’s First Municipal Transportation System (1995): Created and launched the first municipal transportation system in Greece, offering free transport for residents.
- Organized the 1st Panhellenic Conference of Municipal Enterprises (2002): The first-ever national conference of municipal enterprises in Greece, bringing together leaders and stakeholders in the sector.
- Founder, Epicheirein – Center for Development Support and Promotion of Entrepreneurship (2009): Established the first entrepreneurship center by local government, greatly contributing to the development of entrepreneurship in Eastern Thessaloniki.
- National Conference on Local Government & Education (2009): Co-organized with Aristotle University, focusing on the role of education and local government in fostering entrepreneurship.
- Youth Entrepreneurship Competition (2012): Initiated the first Youth Entrepreneurship Competition in Kalamaria, Greece, in collaboration with Aristotle University, the only such competition organized by a local government in Greece.
- Global Entrepreneurship Week (2014-2017): Organized multiple high-profile conferences on entrepreneurship ecosystems, social enterprises, and the connection between entrepreneurship education and practical application.
- Recognized in Who’s Who Greece (2013): Honored for my contributions to municipal enterprises and public sector innovation.
Publications
- Municipal Entrepreneurship (2006)
- Guide to Mergers and Splits of Municipal Enterprises (2007)
- Practical Guide to Managing Municipal Public Benefit Enterprises (2008)
- Local Government and Entrepreneurship (2010)
- Kallikratis Program – Guides to Mergers of Public Legal Entities and Municipal Enterprises (2011)
Public Speaking & Media Contributions
- Host of the online show Leadership and Entrepreneurship, interviewing global leaders in business and government.
- Frequent speaker at national and international conferences on municipal entrepreneurship, leadership, and local government reform.
- Contributor to both Greek and international media on topics such as municipal enterprise management, public sector reform, and entrepreneurship.
Skills
- Leadership & Organizational Development
- Public Sector Reform & Municipal Entrepreneurship
- Strategic Decision-Making & Consulting
- Event Organization & Conference Planning
- Business Development & Innovation
Languages
- Greek (Native)
- English (Fluent)