Eleftherios Zacharakis
Stockholm
Summary
With over 13 years of international experience, I specialize in delivering ESG and sustainability frameworks for the real estate industry. My expertise lies in driving measurable environmental and social impact through strategy development, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. A strategic thinker and effective collaborator, I am passionate about fostering resilient organizations and communities that prioritize human and planetary health.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Account Manager, EMEA
International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)
Stockholm
10.2019 - Current
- Lead ESG initiatives within the Client Success team, integrating ESG principles with WELL standards to develop actionable frameworks that enhance clients' sustainability and social impact.
- Establish and track measurable ESG goals in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring consistent reporting and alignment with broader sustainability frameworks.
- Spearhead WELL at Scale projects, achieving an average 20% improvement in ESG performance for global clients like Acciona, ASML, and PwC, while driving organizational resilience.
- Educate clients on the intersection of WELL and ESG principles, delivering strategic insights, and measurable value through tailored solutions.
- Represent IWBI at 40+ industry events, advancing stakeholder understanding of health, well-being, and sustainability in the built environment.
Sustainability Consultant and Project Manager
WSP
Gothenburg
11.2011 - 05.2019
- Delivered ESG and sustainability strategies across 100+ client projects, supporting organizations like Apple, Autodesk, and Siemens in achieving measurable impact based out of Gothenburg and New York.
- Established WSP as a global leader in WELL consulting by becoming the company’s first WELL AP and Faculty Member, expanding health and well-being services.
- Spearheaded multidisciplinary sustainability initiatives, resulting in improved ESG metrics, and operational resilience for international clients.
- Presented at 20+ industry events, including USGBC's Greenbuild conference, elevating industry understanding of sustainability and ESG integration.
Environmental Designer
Efem Architects
Gothenburg
02.2011 - 10.2011
- Integrated sustainability advisory services into architectural workflows, focusing on energy efficiency and passive design principles.
- Conducted passive house performance analyses and supported permit processes through technical documentation.
Education
Master of Science - Structural Engineering & Building Performanc
Chalmers University of Technology
Gothenburg, SwedenMaster of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering Speci
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki, GreeceSkills
- ESG Strategy Development & Reporting
- Climate Action & Lifecycle Impact Assessment
- Cross-Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
- Sustainability Certifications
- Data Analysis & KPI Tracking
- Project Management
- Public Speaking & Client Education
Certifications & Continuous Education
- Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute
- LEED AP Operations + Maintenance – U.S. Green Building Council
- WELL AP & Faculty Member – International WELL Building Institute
- BREEAM In-Use Auditor – BRE Academy
- EU Sustainability Regulations (CSRD, ESRS, CSDDD, Taxonomy)
- The Science of Wellbeing – Yale University
- Mental Health First Aid – U.S. National Council for Mental Wellbeing
Languages
Greek: Native | English: Proficient | Swedish: Proficient | Spanish: Advanced
Timeline
Technical Account Manager, EMEA
International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)
10.2019 - Current
Sustainability Consultant and Project Manager
WSP
11.2011 - 05.2019
Environmental Designer
Efem Architects
02.2011 - 10.2011
Master of Science - Structural Engineering & Building Performanc
Chalmers University of Technology
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering Speci
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
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