Eleftherios Podimatas is an accomplished economist with extensive experience in product development, financial advisory, and project management. Currently leading the Product Development Department of the Innovation Division at the Hellenic Development Bank, Lefteris specializes in creating financial products to support innovative businesses and drives investment through strategic market analysis. With a background in fostering regional development through EU and local partnerships, he has a proven track record in managing high-impact public and private investment projects. Lefteris holds an MSc in Sustainable Development and is completing a PhD in Economic and Regional Development