Iliana Skroubelos Spirou
About Iliana Skroubelos Spirou
Iliana Skroubelos Spirou serves as the Director of Expense and Travel Management within Finance Shared Services at Apollo Global Management Inc., where she has worked since 2021. She has a strong background in finance and corporate services, with previous roles at Apollo and BlackRock, and holds dual MBA degrees from Pace University.
Current Role at Apollo Global Management
Iliana Skroubelos Spirou serves as the Director of Expense and Travel Management within the Finance Shared Services at Apollo Global Management Inc. since 2021. In this role, she oversees the management of travel expenses and implements strategies to optimize financial operations. Her focus includes enhancing efficiency through the integration of new technologies into existing processes.
Previous Experience at Apollo Global Management
Before her current position, Iliana worked at Apollo Global Management Inc. as the Associate Director of Finance Shared Services from 2019 to 2021 and as the Associate Director of Corporate Services from 2017 to 2019. During her tenure, she contributed to the improvement of financial processes and supported corporate service functions in New York.
Educational Background
Iliana studied at Clark University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management, Innovation & Entrepreneurship from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her education at Pace University, obtaining a Dual MBA in Marketing and Finance from 2009 to 2011. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her roles in finance and corporate services.
Professional Experience Prior to Apollo
Iliana has a diverse professional background, having worked at BlackRock as an Associate from 2013 to 2017, and at Perella Weinberg Partners as an Analyst in Corporate Services from 2011 to 2013. She also held a position in Market Development at Weiser Choices LLC and BMT Weiser LLC from 2009 to 2010. Her experience spans various aspects of finance, corporate services, and market development.
Expertise in Finance and Corporate Services
Iliana possesses expertise in global travel and rate negotiations, including private aviation. She is experienced in handling lease agreements and contracts related to corporate services. Additionally, she has been involved in procurement and vendor/partner management within finance shared services, and has managed building and facilities management projects, including design, construction, and retrofits.