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George Papadopoulos

Chief Operating Officer

George Papadopoulos, Chief Operating Officer at SAP Australian User Group (SAUG)



Overview


George Papadopoulos is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at the SAP Australian User Group (SAUG), based in North Sydney, New South Wales. He is known for his creative and lateral thinking abilities and has a passion for facilitating business improvement and transformation, aiming to deliver top-line business results.

Professional Experience and Contributions


Current Role:
  • Title: Chief Operating Officer

  • Company: SAP Australian User Group (SAUG)

  • Industry: Information Technology & Services

  • Company Mission: SAUG provides a forum for SAP community members within Australia to share knowledge, network with peers, and influence SAP solutions' direction.


Previous Roles:
  • Head of Sales at SAP Australian User Group (SAUG), 2017 - Present

  • Chairman at Australian Music Retailers Association, 2012 - 2017 (6 years)

  • Management Consultant at G WHIZ Consulting, 2015 - 2017 (2 years)

  • General Manager at Leading Edge Retail Australia, 2000 - 2015 (15 years)


Leadership and Management Skills


  • Strategic Vision: Papadopoulos has consistently demonstrated an ability to implement and facilitate organizational transformation and strategic business improvement initiatives.

  • Executive Leadership: As COO, he oversees operational activities, ensuring seamless delivery of SAUG's mission to its community.


Organization and Industry


  • SAUG's Core Activities: SAP user events, conferences, networking opportunities, and community engagement among SAP professionals.

  • Team Members: Key colleagues include Karen Zwissler (CEO), Nadine Lafleur (Head of Marketing), and Michael Kovacevic (Communities & Content Manager).


Contact Information


  • Email: g@saug.com.au

  • HQ Phone Number: +61 2 9935 4642


Networking and Influence


Papadopoulos actively participates in significant SAP-related forums and exchanges, including the Executive Exchange with SAP Executives. His involvement in such events highlights his influence and thought leadership within the SAP community in Australia.

Additional Resources





By leveraging this detailed profile, stakeholders can better understand George Papadopoulos' strategic importance to the SAP Australian User Group and his expertise in driving business transformation within the IT services industry.