Manos Chatzopoulos

About Manos Chatzopoulos

I am a computational astrophysicist specializing in large-scale simulations of supernovae…

Experience

1. CEO, Parkzen Division

   Parking Guidance Systems

   Apr 2025 — Present · Baton Rouge, LA, US

   As CEO of the ParkZen division at Parking Guidance Systems, I oversee the expansion and innovation of smart, AI-powered software-centric parking solutions designed to modernize the way parking is managed and experienced across the U.S.Following the PGS-ParkZen merger, I’ve focused on scaling our data-driven mobility platform into new verticals—universities, municipalities, airports, and commercial real estate—while integrating ParkZen\'s AI-powered parking intelligence into PGS’s broader ecosystem of solutions.I oversee a talented and growing software development team responsible for delivering seamless mobile-first technologies, from real-time parking availability to predictive analytics and enterprise dashboards. Together, we’re committed to transforming parking into a user-friendly, operationally efficient experience through machine learning, mobile sensing, and powerful SaaS tools.We\'re proud to be at the forefront of a smarter, more connected parking future—where software, not concrete, is the foundation for growth.

Education

• University of Crete

  Bachelor of Science (BS)

  2003 — 2007

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

  2008 — 2013

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Master of Arts (M.A.)

  2008 — 2010

Skills

• Quantitative Research
• Science
• Research
• Numerical Analysis
• Fortran
• Algorithms
• Mathematical Modeling
• Supercomputing
• Physics
• Programming
• Idl Programming
• Statistics
• Astrophysics
• Data Analysis
• Python
• Latex
• Astronomy
• Machine Learning
• Scientific Computing
• Mathematica
• Simulations
• Windows & Mac Operating Systems
• Mathematics
• Microsoft Office