
Giannis Karakasis

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About me
Salesforce Consultant @Cognity || MSc in Math Modelling
Education

National & Kapodistrian University of Athens
2016 - 2020Bachelor of Science - BS Physics 7/10Activities and Societies: I was member of the NuSTRAP(Nuclear Structure, Reactions and Applications) group. My work in the NuSTRAP focused on detailed calculations of cross sections using the Hauser-Feshbach theory and nuclear spectroscopy studies. Thesis: "Cross Section Measurements of transfer reactions of Cadmium isotopes." (Grade:10/10)Supervisor: Assistance Professor Theodoros MertzimekisCourses included in this program:- Quantum Mechanics | & ||- Quantum Information theory- Nuclear Physics- Particle Physics- Statistical Physics- Atomic & Molecular Physics- Astro-particle physics & Cosmic Radiation- Medical Physics

National Technical University of Athens
2020 - 2022MSc Mathematical Modeling 9.45/10MSc Thesis: "Study of the Quantum Advantage of Quantum Machine Learning Applications for Drug Discovery" (Grade: 10/10)Supervisor: A. Stafylopatis (EE Department of NTUA)Scope of this study was to compare the performance of fully-quantum or hybrid QML models to their classical analogous. A variety of models was covered such as QGANs, QCNNs and Encoding Techniques for Quantum VAEs using Qiskit, Pennylane and Cirq to study a classification problem of small molecules from QM9… Show more MSc Thesis: "Study of the Quantum Advantage of Quantum Machine Learning Applications for Drug Discovery" (Grade: 10/10)Supervisor: A. Stafylopatis (EE Department of NTUA)Scope of this study was to compare the performance of fully-quantum or hybrid QML models to their classical analogous. A variety of models was covered such as QGANs, QCNNs and Encoding Techniques for Quantum VAEs using Qiskit, Pennylane and Cirq to study a classification problem of small molecules from QM9 dataset.Courses included in this Program:- Dynamical Systems & Chaos theory- Complex Systems- Machine Learning Theory & Algorithms- Nonlinear PDE- Nonlinear Optics on Photonics Communication Systems- Electro-Optics Engineering- Molecular Simulations of Materials Show less

The Coding School
2020 - 2021Intensive Course Quantum ComputingActivities and Societies: Qubit x Qubit by IBM Quantum IBM sponsored me to attend this Intensive Quantum Computing Course. The course wastaught by MIT and Oxford quantum scientists guiding through the IBM Quantum experience and the foundations of quantum computing.
Experience

TEDxNKUA
Oct 2018 - Sept 2020Co Curator & Production Manager
Jun 2019 - Sept 2020Coordinator Of Volunteers
Nov 2018 - Jun 2019Sales Coordinator
Oct 2018 - Jun 2019

IBM
Feb 2021 - Jul 2022At IBM Global Transformation Services, I have accumulated a diverse skill set and experience in the following key areas:- Proficiency in Salesforce Platform Development with a focus on Service, Sales, Experience Cloud, and Knowledge Management, delivering tailored solutions to clients.- Expertise in Data Modeling and Data Architecture, actively contributing to the design and implementation of data and workflows within Salesforce, customized to meet the unique needs of each client.- Proficient in Reporting & Visualization, utilizing Salesforce tools and Tableau to provide clients with insightful data-driven insights.- Coordinated End-User Training sessions and materials to ensure a seamless transition for clients adopting new tools and technologies.- Managed User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for projects within the Insurance and Retail sectors, guaranteeing the quality and functionality of deliverables.- Contributed as a Recruiter for our team's internship programs, identifying and nurturing talent to drive growth and innovation within the organization.In addition to these experiences, I hold certifications as a Salesforce Certified Administrator and a Salesforce Certified Platform App Builder, validating my proficiency in the Salesforce ecosystem Show less
Salesforce Package Consultant
Aug 2021 - Jul 2022Junior Salesforce Consultant
Feb 2021 - Aug 2021

Greek Army
Sept 2022 - Jun 2023PrivateMandatory military service for all male, adult, Greek citizens with duration of 9 months. Receiving basic military training & a specific specialty. Honorably discharged with the rank of lance corporate.Service ending date: June 2023

IBM
Jun 2023 - Mar 2024Salesforce Package ConsultantAt IBM Consulting, I rejoined the team as a member of the Associate Program, where I have had the opportunity to contribute significantly to the organization's success. In my current role, I am responsible for a wide range of critical tasks, including:- Conducting thorough business analysis of key processes and implementing solutions on Salesforce Sales Cloud to drive efficiency and productivity.- Effectively translating complex business requirements into actionable tasks for the development team, ensuring a seamless and agile development process.- Engaging with clients in a consultative capacity, offering best practices and strategic insights to optimize their Salesforce platform utilization, with a focus on consulting Salesforce's Vlocity feature for industry cloud and energy and utilities applications.- Seamlessly integrating various systems for streamlined order and data management, contributing to improved operational efficiency.- Playing a vital role in training end users and CRM teams, facilitating a smooth transition into new systems and processes.- Preparing comprehensive training materials to ensure successful customer transformation projects and support continuous learning.- Overseeing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and System Integration Testing (SIT) processes, including the preparation of user test cases and scenarios.As part of the Associate Program, I've undergone rigorous training, including enterprise design thinking and agile methodologies, enabling me to approach challenges with innovative and adaptive solutions. Show less

Cognity
Apr 2024 - nowSalesforce Consultant
Licenses & Certifications
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Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
GoogleJan 2023 - View certificate

Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner
IBMSept 2021 
Salesforce Certified Platform App Builder Certification
SalesforceMar 2022- View certificate

IBM Quantum Challenge - Fall 2021 - Advanced
IBMNov 2021 
Salesforce Certified Administrator (SCA)
SalesforceSept 2021
Qiskit Global Summer School: Quantum Machine Learning
IBMAug 2021- View certificate

Data Scientist with Python
DataCampOct 2020 - View certificate

Qiskit Global Summer School 2022 - Quantum Excellence (Advanced)
IBMAug 2022 - View certificate

IBM Agile Explorer
IBMSept 2021 - View certificate

Python Programmer
DataCampOct 2020
Volunteer Experience
Translator
Issued by Qiskit on Apr 2021
Associated with Giannis KarakasisCommunity Member
Issued by ThinkBiz Hellas on May 2018
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Issued by SingularityU Greece Summit on Sept 2018
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Issued by TEDxAcademy on Sept 2017
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Issued by TEDxAcademy on Sept 2016
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Languages
- grGreek
- enEnglish
- geGerman
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