Ioanna Kounoupi

Ioanna Kounoupi is a senior HR executive with over 15 years of experience leading strategic transformation across top-tier organizations in Greece. Currently serving as Chief People Officer at Plaisio, she has held influential roles at QUALCO, RiseSmart, and Randstad Hellas, where she drove impactful initiatives in change management, workplace optimization, and organizational development.
Her career is defined by a deep commitment to aligning people strategies with business objectives, fostering agile and inclusive cultures, and implementing digital HR solutions that enhance both employee experience and operational efficiency. Ioanna has successfully led cross-functional projects that reshaped performance management systems, streamlined talent acquisition processes, and elevated leadership development programs.

She is a member of SDADE, actively contributing to the evolution of HR practices in Greece. Her volunteering experience includes career coaching and mentoring for young professionals and job seekers, reflecting her dedication to social impact and lifelong learning.
Ioanna holds executive education credentials from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), and brings a practitioner’s perspective to academia. Her teaching is grounded in real-world experience, offering students and professionals actionable insights into the evolving dynamics of modern workplaces.