Christos Gourtsoyiannis
About Christos Gourtsoyiannis
Christos Gourtsoyiannis is a Credit Officer at Yieldstreet in New York, specializing in project and trade finance within the shipping and maritime sectors. He has extensive experience in credit and debt structuring, real asset financing, and has worked in various financial roles across London and Edinburgh.
Work at Yieldstreet
Christos Gourtsoyiannis has served as a Credit Officer at Yieldstreet since 2019. In this role, he is involved in evaluating and structuring credit opportunities, focusing on innovative financing solutions. His work contributes to Yieldstreet's mission of providing access to alternative investments. Based in New York, he has accumulated five years of experience in this position, enhancing the company's portfolio with his expertise in project finance and debt structuring.
Previous Experience in Corporate Finance
Before joining Yieldstreet, Christos Gourtsoyiannis worked at EY in London as part of the Transaction Advisory team, specializing in Corporate Finance Restructuring from 2017 to 2019. His role involved advising clients on financial restructuring and strategic transactions. Prior to EY, he spent nine years at the Royal Bank of Scotland as a Ship Finance Manager, where he focused on origination within the maritime sector. This extensive background in finance has equipped him with a diverse skill set applicable to various financial environments.
Education and Expertise
Christos Gourtsoyiannis holds multiple degrees in finance and law. He earned a Master of Science in Finance from Cass Business School in 2006. He furthered his education at London Business School, obtaining another Master's degree in Finance from 2010. Additionally, he completed a Master of Laws at the University of London between 2018 and 2021. His academic background is complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Kent. This educational foundation supports his specialization in project finance, trade finance, and real asset structuring.
Involvement in Fintech and Start-ups
Christos Gourtsoyiannis has engaged in various fintech and start-up projects, focusing on credit and debt structuring. His involvement in these initiatives highlights his adaptability to emerging financial technologies and innovative financing models. He leverages his expertise in structuring and financing real assets, including art and real estate, to support the growth of new ventures in the financial sector.
Specialization in Shipping and Maritime Finance
Christos Gourtsoyiannis specializes in project finance and trade finance within the shipping and maritime sectors. His experience in ship finance and origination has provided him with a deep understanding of the complexities involved in financing maritime operations. This specialization allows him to effectively structure financial solutions tailored to the unique needs of clients in these industries.