Yannis Athanasakopoulos

Wine Director @Atlas Großhandel Gmbh

Munich, DE

Curate and manage the complete wine portfolio for the German and South Austrian markets, with a strong focus on promoting Greek wines. Acting as both strategist and operator, I oversee all aspects of the wine business — from sourcing and supplier negotiations to sales, portfolio development, training, marketing, and events.Key responsibilities & achievements: • Curated and managed a large-scale wine portfolio, ensuring quality, value and market relevance. • Built partnerships with producers and negotiated supplier contracts, strengthening long-term collaboration. • Created and curated private label wine ranges, tailored to client needs and market positioning. • Provided training and guidance to client teams and partners on wine knowledge, service standards, and portfolio updates. • Developed and delivered marketing initiatives — such as wine tastings, client events, and collaborations with restaurants — to boost visibility and support sales growth. • Organised tastings and events such as the 90+ Wine Club Munich, fostering a community of wine professionals and enthusiasts. • Hosted masterclasses on Greek wines, educating professionals and consumers and raising awareness of indigenous grape varieties.

Public Vocational Training Institute

Bachelor's degree

Wine & Spirit Education Trust

Lvl 3 in Wines

Wine & Spirit Education Trust

Lvl 1 in Spirits

University of East London

Executive MBA