Ioannis Savvides
- Programme: Masters in Finance Full-time
- Nationality: Greek Cypriot
- Scholarship: Masters in Finance Merit Scholarship
Previous degree: Bachelors in Economics with Finance, Athens University of Economics and Business, Greece
Previous or current role: Associate, BNP Paribas CIB
About me: I studied Economics with Finance at Athens University of Economics and Business. I also studied information technology at the American College of Greece. In parallel, I worked full-time at the seasonal family business from March to October, where we produced gelato (ice cream).
After graduating, I had to fulfil my military obligations. After serving for one year, I joined the MiFFT programme at LBS to deepen my knowledge of finance. I joined BNP Paribas CIB in Athens where I stayed for -a bit more than- 5 years. I was part of the Financial Institutions and Corporate Coverage team, responsible for the origination of investment banking mandates.
I selected LBS because of its rigorous academic programme, diverse community and strong alumni network.
Outside of work, you can find me enjoying a good book, cooking or playing tennis.
Three topics I can be approached about: Journey and experiences at LBS.