Contact Information
Name: Michael Savanis
Company: Sustainable Salons
LinkedIn Profile: [Michael Savanis - LinkedIn](https://au.linkedin.com/in/msavanis)
Professional Summary
Michael Savanis is the Chief Operating Officer at Sustainable Salons, where he manages the day-to-day operations, facilitating ambitious growth plans aimed at scaling the company five-fold. With over 25 years of experience in executive B2B operations, sales, and leadership roles, he has demonstrated a robust capacity to drive company performance and growth.
Key Accomplishments and Contributions
- Oversaw a period of staggering success and serious growth mode for Sustainable Salons, as noted in recent LinkedIn posts.
- Active in expand the workforce, reflecting the company’s rapid growth and hypergrowth status.
- Highlighted impactful partnerships with organizations like Mylestones, enhancing the company's sustainability and operational strategies.
- Instrumental in promoting the vision of making every salon experience sustainable, contributing significantly to Sustainable Salons' market reputation and operational ethos.
Professional Experience
Sustainable Salons
- Title: Chief Operating Officer
Previous Roles and Notable Projects
- Numerous senior executive roles in B2B operations.
- Led high-profile projects:
- Media Prima TonTon: Key in platform strategy, digital content creation, and technical development.
- Foxtel Presto: Developed end-to-end online content management and publishing systems.
Education
- Bachelor of Information Technology & Communication (Hons)
- Master of Information Technology & Communication
- International Executive MBA
Certifications
- HubSpot Inbound Certification – May 2022
- Credential ID: f75b0cbd471545bb9b3f04a2471e3be9
- HubSpot Sales Management Certification – May 2022
- Credential ID: b69dd202da3a4ade872a5497e4e456b1
- Value Selling Fundamentals by Visualize – Inc – Apr 2014
- The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing by Google Digital Garage – Sep 2019
- Numerous additional certifications from HubSpot and JobAdder.
Honors & Awards
- President's Club at Ooyala – 2016
- ANZ Region of the Year 2015 at Ooyala
- Adobe Team of the Year – Dec 2012
Skills and Endorsements
- Deep understanding of SaaS business operations and the circular economy.
- Recognized for combining technical and operational skills effectively.
- Experienced in sales leadership, market dynamics, and customer behavior.
Languages
- Greek
Professional Networks and Recommendations
- 5000+ followers on LinkedIn with over 500 connections.
- Recommendations received highlighting his data-driven, analytical approach and adaptability across sales and operational roles.
Activity and Contributions
- Active promoter and advocate for sustainability within the salon industry.
- Frequent posts about customer success, sustainable growth, and job opportunities on LinkedIn.
- Esteemed for enhancing customer relationships, operational processes, and team leadership in all his professional engagements.
Michael Savanis’ Vision and Goals at Sustainable Salons
- Vision: "To make every salon experience sustainable."
- Led initiatives for serious growth modes despite the company's already staggering success.
- Passionate about bringing talented individuals to join and support the company's hypergrowth.
Recent Highlights
- February 2024: Announced the search for a Customer Success Manager highlighting the company's continued success and growth.
- May 2023: Celebrated Sustainable Salons being recognized as a finalist in industry awards.
- September 2022: Emphasized the company's vision and ongoing success.
Partner Engagements
- Active promotion of impactful partnerships which add value to Sustainable Salons' initiatives and outreach programs.
Michael Savanis' diverse and experienced background, alongside his robust role at Sustainable Salons, showcases his significant capabilities in driving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and strategic partnerships, making him an invaluable asset to any collaborative endeavors and initiatives focused on sustainability and growth within B2B sectors.
