PANTELIS VELENTZAS has spent two decades leading and advising across retail, consumer goods, foodservice, and worked with more than 20,000 professionals across 30+ countries. Through his startups, he has partnered with leading international brands including Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, Boggi Milano, and Hershey’s for their franchise/distribution in several markets. Also, he has held senior executive roles at Hellenic Duty Free Shops S.A. and Dufry AG. He studied business, education and technology and has a doctorate and master's from the University of Pennsylvania, a master’s from Harvard University, a master’s from SDA Bocconi, and a bachelor’s degree from the Athens University of Economics and Business. He lives in Athens, Greece and provides advisory services to founders and leaders.