Transaction Systems announces the promotion of Panagiotis Chalkias from Managing Director to CEO for Central, South and East Europe. In his new capacity, Panagiotis Chalkias will have full responsibility for the company´s go-to-market in CEE, driving the company strategy for product enhancement and geographic growth.
Since first joining Transaction Systems in 2014, Panagiotis has served as the Managing Director of Transaction Systems, Hungary, responsible for the company’s development and expansion. During that time, Panagiotis was credited with a variety of important accomplishments including the growth of the company into one of the key players in the field of e-payment solutions in Central and Eastern Europe. During his tenure, Transaction Systems has expanded into new product areas to include branch and retail automation as well as digital transformation solutions.
Panagiotis Chalkias is an experienced leader and recognized expert in the field of e-payments. In his professional career, he held management positions at international system integrators and IT, accumulating extensive expertise in the electronic payments space paired with a thorough understanding of the retail payments ecosystem.
“We are certain that Panagiotis will be an asset in the years to come. His long-standing experience with our organization will allow TRSYS to provide our customers with the high-quality products and services they deserve while enabling us to achieve our goals for growth as a company”, said Martin Loeffler, Global CEO, Transaction Systems. “Having already succeeded in establishing the company as a leader in the e-payments industry, Panagiotis is the ideal professional to lead the continued expansion of our operations across Central and Eastern Europe; he has a deep understanding of TRSYS values and purpose as well as a clear vision of the impactful role that TRSYS can continue to play in the region.”
Commenting on his promotion, Panagiotis Chalkias has said: “I am thrilled to take on this enhanced responsibility. Our company is perfectly positioned and has the best-in-class employees to keep on to achieve our goals for growth, enhance our portfolio, and bring it to the next level. I will put all my efforts into further building our already established track record.”