Life After Major Transitions: From Struggle to Reinvention | George Kaskarelis | TEDxDUTH
George Kaskarelis shares a powerful story of resilience, perseverance, and reinvention. From personal tragedy and loss to the bold decision to start a startup at 40, his talk is a testament to the power of transition. With honesty and emotion, he proves that every ending can be the start of something new. His speech is a source of inspiration for those who wish to follow their dreams and face life's challenges with courage and determination. He also explains how Artificial Intelligence, can help a small business to compete with large companies. George Kaskarelis has worked in various responsible positions in the Banking and Insurance sectors, such as Head of Marketing at Eurolife FFH and Product Manager at Alpha Bank. He has gained recognition through numerous awards and conferences where he has been invited to speak. He is a graduate of economics with three master's degrees in Finance, Business Computing, and Marketing. He is certified by the Bank of Greece in insurance intermediation and by the Hellenic Institute of Insurance Studies in life insurance and motor accident expertise. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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