The Founder
Nektar Baziotis
As the founder of ICARUS AI Inc. and co-founder of ENKI Inc. and Apogee Information Systems, Nektar has successfully implemented large-scale IT products and services for prestigious entities such as the United Nations, the European Commission, the European Parliament, and more. His profound understanding of artificial intelligence, e-learning strategies, and implementation roadmaps has earned him recognition in various magazines and industry publications. In addition, as Director of Technologies at Expert DOJO and CTO of Artest Management Group, he brings a strategic approach to portfolio companies, leveraging AI and cross-sector experience.
The Team
Chris Haberl
Learning Officer
Chris is Learning Officer at ICARUS AI and CEO at EAC, interested in writing and research. We are the dawn of the quantum era preceded by an AI-native humanity that requires effective existing formal, non-formal and informal methods as well as new learning methods. She holds a PhD in Political Science and a Mag. FH in International Business Studies.
Markos Giannopoulos
CTO
Markos is the CTO of ICARUS AI. He is also the CTO at Apogee Information Systems with over 18 years of experience managing all technical aspects as Senior Analyst & Architect. He is a self-driven technology enthusiast, a data visualization expert with advanced coding skills, holds a BA in Electronics Engineering, an MBA, and a Diploma in QCF.
Manolis Tsiamitas
Technology & AI
Manolis leads Technology & AI development at ICARUS AI, designing advanced e-learning features and backend systems. He consults on platform architecture and pivots to meet user needs, timelines, resources and ensures long-term system performance, stability, security, scalability, and feature expansion. He holds an Engineer’s Degree in IT.
Eduardo Vieira
UI/UX Expert
Edu is a UI/UX Expert at ICARUS AI and a Graphic Designer at ENKI Inc. and EAC. With over two decades of experience, he creates intuitive, engaging, and high-impact digital experiences. Specialized in transforming complex ideas into user-friendly interfaces, he designs solutions that inspire users, boost engagement, and drive business growth.
Vaggelis Gerousis
Web Developer, Technical Support Director
Vaggelis is a Front-End Developer and Technical Support Director at ICARUS AI. He is highly skilled in programming in different learning platforms (e.g. WordPress, Moodle, etc.), troubleshooting, works across Linux and Windows environments and programs. He continues expanding his knowledge through online learning. He holds a bachelor’s in computer science.
Katharina Haberl
Researcher
Katharina is a Researcher at ICARUS AI and Voice Teacher at Moonlight Music Academy, with 8+ years of research and writing experience at EAC. She combines her passion for music and education with expertise in science communication, e-learning, and research. She is a Doctoral candidate (DMA) in Voice Performance and holds degrees (BM and MM) in Music.
Melinda Mercado
Creative Communication Officer
Melinda is a Creative Communication Officer at ICARUS AI and a creative professional with over 7 years of marketing experience. A visual artist in digital and traditional media, she specializes in creative design, graphic design, social media marketing, content marketing and communications. Melinda holds a BA in Illustration with a Minor in Marketing.
Edwin Quijada
Backend Developer
Edwin is a Backend Developer at ICARUS AI and Senior Web Developer at ENKI Inc. He began his career in SEO and social media, later advancing to developing WordPress and Magento websites. Edwin specializes in creating fast, fully customizable web apps. One of Edwin’s superpowers is to find solutions quickly. Edwin holds a BS in Computer Science.
Martha Mourouzidi
Content Developer
Martha is a Content Developer at ICARUS AI and EAC with expertise in editorial work, content production, and fiction writing. An inspired fiction writer at heart, she uses her multifaceted writing skills in business. She was previously an Associate Tutor for Creative Writing, and holds an MA in Creative Writing and a BA in English Language and Literature.
The Advisors
Brian Mac Mahon
Head Honcho at Expert DOJO, the most active startup accelerator in Southern California. Invested in 250+ companies – international
I am the founder of Expert DOJO , one of the most active institutional investors in the world. With over 300 startup investments I am uniquely positioned to speak to how startups grow from that initial innovation to a world dominating brand. My expertise is in the area of emotional resonance and how relationships can be built and sustained between those startups and their customers..
Expert DOJO improves the success rate of early-stage entrepreneurs with investment, foundation, showcasing, influence, and community. Being a startup business is a lonely and difficult path to navigate. Why do it alone?
Metta World Peace
Founder / Chairman at Artest Management Group. NBA Champion with Los Angeles Lakers
Metta World Peace is an entrepreneur focused on empowering entrepreneurs and companies. Metta received many accolades during his 19-year NBA career including NBA Champion, NBA Defensive Player Of The Year, 3rd Team All NBA, NBA All Star, 1st Team All defense, recipient of the J. Walter Kennedy “Citizenship of the Year Award” and more.
Metta is now entering the worlds of Sports Tech Business and Digital Marketing. Please join Metta on his this new phase in his journey.
Prof. Rym Ayadi
Professor, Founder and President
Rym’s current research focuses on the redesign of a global sustainable and inclusive financial system that better serves economic and societal long-term objectives and with a particular emphasis on the diversity of business models in banking and finance, private-public partnerships and the role of financial markets to achieve developmental objectives and the impacts on business models in finance and role of financial regulation and impacts on incentives in the financial market. She is also working on socio-economic development and foresight in economies in transition.
Devon Bryan
Global Chief Security Officer (CSO) at Booking Holdings Inc | 5x CISO | former Global CIO | DEI Crusader | USAF Veteran | Board Director | Advisor | Author | Keynote Speaker
Award-winning, Global Chief Security Officer (CSO) with almost 30 years of experience leading global teams and supporting complex business in various industries, mitigating technology risks while enabling top-line business revenue growth. A military veteran of the US Air Force, Devon currently serves as the Global Chief Security Officer (CSO) of Booking Holdings Inc (BHI).
Eleneaor Earl
Founder and CEO of E.L.Earl Entertainment and Management Team and Producer, Peace Industry Music Group/Roc Nation
Ms. Earl recently accepted the position of President and Executive Producer at DOK International Media Network working alongside the company’s founder and celebrated industry veteran, Darryl E. Ross (www.dokross.com). Before this appointment she served for two years as VP of Strategic Partnerships for Whitfield Entertainment Group Studios (“WEG Studios”) which has facilitated a myriad of exciting and innovative projects, including, NETFLIX’s immersive shows The Queen’s Ball: A Bridgerton Experience and Mexican Geniuses: A Frida & Diego Immersive Experience. WEG Studios and Ms. Earl remain executive producers of the tv show, Rock N’Roll Rarities, which is hosted by MTV and rock n’ roll legend, Matt Pinfield.
Ms. Earl continues to produce content for film, television, media and theatre as part of the work she does for her company, E.L.Earl Entertainment, and in partnership with her longtime producing partner, award-winning director, Shomi Patwary, with Illusive Media (www.illusivemedia.com).
