Anna Karatza

Business Development Manager | OpenCosmos Platform

Greece

About

I began my journey in research and development as a materials engineer transitioning into the dynamic field of additive manufacturing and innovation. ver time, I grew into a leadership role, guiding multidisciplinary teams to enhance processes, optimize operations, and drive the advancement of new technologies. I am passionate about innovation and tackling complex challenges with creative solutions. I believe that true progress comes from collaboration, where diverse expertise and perspectives come together to push boundaries and achieve extraordinary results. What matters most to me is creating clarity where things feel uncertain, connecting different perspectives, and supporting teams as they grow. My commitment to continuous learning, adaptability, and teamwork is at the heart of how I help ambitious people and organisations make a positive impact.

Experience

  • Business Development Manager | OpenCosmos at Key Innovations Group
    Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

  • BioG3D (6 yrs 8 mos)
    • Lead Research Manager
      Oct 2021 - Aug 2025 · 3 yrs 11 mos

    • Materials And Process Engineer
      Jan 2019 - Jan 2022 · 3 yrs 1 mo

  • Researcher at National Technical University of Athens
    Jul 2017 - Jan 2019 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Master Thesis Project at School of Applied Mathematics, Sector of Physics, National Technical University of Athens
    Sep 2016 - Jun 2017 · 10 mos

    Thermal and Dielectic Characterisation of Thermoresponsive Block Copolymers (DSC, DRS)

  • Master Thesis, Experimental at National Hellenic Research Foundation
    Jun 2016 - Feb 2017 · 9 mos

    Synthesis of thermoresponsive block copolymers via RAFT polymerisation. Molecular, structural and thermal characterisation of the synthesized polymers and their aqueous solutions. (SEC, NMR, ATR-FTIR, TGA, DLS, FS)