Avra Liakounakos
About Avra Liakounakos
Avra Liakounakos is an Associate Director at UBS, with a background in finance and project management. He has previously held positions at Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and Capco, and holds an MBA in Finance from Baruch College.
Work at UBS
Avra Liakounakos has been employed at UBS as an Associate Director since 2020. In this role, he utilizes his extensive experience in finance and project management to contribute to the firm's objectives. His responsibilities include overseeing various projects and ensuring effective collaboration among team members. His tenure at UBS has allowed him to further develop his expertise in technology implementation and data architecture within the financial services sector.
Previous Experience at Goldman Sachs
Prior to joining UBS, Avra Liakounakos worked at Goldman Sachs as a Finance Associate from 2017 to 2020. His role involved financial analysis and reporting, which provided him with valuable insights into the financial services industry. This experience in Jersey City, New Jersey, contributed to his understanding of financial operations and enhanced his analytical skills.
Career Background in Financial Services
Avra Liakounakos has a diverse background in the financial services industry, having held various positions at notable firms. He worked at JPMorgan Chase & Co. as a Control Reporting Associate from 2016 to 2017 and served as an Associate Consultant at Capco from 2014 to 2016. His career began with an internship at Ryan Labs Asset Management in 2013. This progression demonstrates his commitment to the field and his ability to adapt to different roles within the industry.
Education and Expertise
Avra Liakounakos holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Western Connecticut State University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from Baruch College, completing his studies from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he earned an International Baccalaureate in Business Administration and Management from H.A.E.F. Athens College. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in project management and technology implementation.
Early Career and Tutoring Experience
Before entering the financial services sector, Avra Liakounakos gained experience as a Manager in the International Outpatient Department at Euromedica-Arogi Physical Rehabilitation Center in Thessaloniki, Greece, from 2010 to 2012. He also worked as a Math tutor at Western Connecticut State University from 2008 to 2009. These roles contributed to his development of strong project management skills and effective teamwork capabilities.