Freight Investor Services (FIS), a freight and commodity brokerage, announced the appointment of George Dranganoudis as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
This appointment follows a comprehensive selection process aimed at identifying the ideal candidate to lead FIS into its next phase of growth. John Banaszkiewicz will remain as Chairman, continuing his efforts to expand and strengthen the company.
“I am delighted to join FIS and grateful to John B, and the board, for entrusting me to lead the firm. I am excited to be joining an innovative firm, that prioritise client service and values its brokers. I look forward to working with our talented staff across the globe, who will be key to our expansion into new products and markets,” stated George Dranganoudis, CEO of FIS.
George Dranganoudis brings over three decades of experience in the financial services sector to his new role. Before joining FIS, he served as Deputy CEO for Energy & Commodities at TP ICAP.
“On behalf of the FIS board, we are delighted to welcome George to the company over the coming weeks. His vast experience and proven leadership in the financial services and commodity sectors make him uniquely qualified to guide FIS through the complexities of volatile freight and commodity markets. His great experience working in key global localities with a wide range of clients and staff will be an invaluable new asset for our international company. We are confident he will play a pivotal role in strengthening our market position and driving our ambitious growth agenda in current and new markets,” commented John Banaszkiewicz, Founder of FIS and Chairman of the Board.