Chris Ellinas
Region Sales Director (EMEA), Digital Check Corporation
Professional Overview
Chris Ellinas is an accomplished sales executive with over 15 years of experience in the financial technology and payments solutions industry. As the Region Sales Director (EMEA) at Digital Check Corporation, he is responsible for driving sales growth and expanding the company's market presence across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Ellinas is a strategic leader with a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions to clients and generating significant revenue for his organizations.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In his current role as Region Sales Director (EMEA) at Digital Check Corporation, Ellinas is responsible for leading a team of sales professionals to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities within the region. Under his leadership, the EMEA sales team has consistently exceeded revenue targets and secured key customer wins, strengthening Digital Check's position as a leading provider of innovative check and payment processing solutions. Ellinas's deep industry expertise and strong client relationships have been instrumental in securing high-profile contracts with financial institutions and government agencies throughout the EMEA region.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Digital Check, Ellinas held several sales leadership positions at NCR Corporation, where he specialized in payment and fraud solutions. As the Region Solution Sales Director (MEA), he successfully led the expansion of NCR's financial services business across the Middle East and Africa, driving significant revenue growth and market share gains. Earlier in his career, Ellinas served as an Area Solution Sales Manager and Solution Sales Specialist, honing his skills in solution design, client engagement, and team management.
Academic Background
Ellinas holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechatronics from the University of Nicosia, Cyprus. His technical background and understanding of complex systems have been instrumental in his ability to provide innovative solutions to his clients.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial technology and payments solutions
- Sales strategy and account management
- Solution design and implementation
- Team leadership and performance management
- Business development and market expansion
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Ellinas has spearheaded numerous successful initiatives that have delivered measurable impact for his organizations. During his tenure at NCR, he led the implementation of a strategic sales transformation program that resulted in a 25% increase in annual revenue for the Middle East and Africa region. At Digital Check, Ellinas has been instrumental in securing several high-value contracts with leading financial institutions, contributing to the company's overall growth and solidifying its position as a market leader in the EMEA region.
Conclusion
With his extensive industry experience, proven sales expertise, and strategic leadership capabilities, Chris Ellinas is well-positioned to continue driving the growth and success of Digital Check Corporation in the EMEA region. His commitment to delivering innovative solutions and building strong client relationships makes him a valuable asset to the organization and a respected leader in the financial technology and payments solutions industry.
