Armodios Yannidis

Armodios studied Business administration in Athens and holds an MA in Management.

Since 1995 he held managerial positions in the family-owned company, which produces architectural paints (Vitex), waterproofing materials (Hermes) and thermal insulation systems (VitexTHERM). Vitex A.E. employs 430 people in Greece, Serbia and Bulgaria. Since 2000 he is an executive VP of the group and since 2012 the C.E.O.

As an entrepreneur, Armodios enjoys excellence that comes through continuous development and fair competition. He is a supporter of innovation not only in technological aspects but also in marketing and management practices. Vitex’s principles regarding honesty and transparency are strongly fostered by Armodios who believes the company should be a breeding ground for accountable and effective professionals that take initiatives. He is a stakeholder capitalism promoter and practices inclusive and humble leadership.

Armodios has served in positions representing the paints and chemicals industry in the EU and in Greece. He currently is:

President of the Hellenic Association of Chemical Industries.
Vice President of EENE Hellenic Entrepreneurs Association.
Member of the CEPE Board Nomination Committee the European Paint & Inks Manufacturers Association.
Member of the Board of Essentially Greek (Πρωτοβουλία Ελλαδικά μας).

During his free time, he enjoys traveling and reading, preferably at the same time.