"GROWING UP IN THE RESTAURANT BUSINESS WITH MY IMMIGRANT FAMILY TAUGHT US ABOUT HARD WORK"
ABOUT GEORGE
George Stroumboulis is a Greek-Canadian entrepreneur, CEO and co-founder of Ideoli Group, keynote speaker, and host of Invigorate Your Business. His work connects international business, custom manufacturing, and the people behind the companies.
Born in Toronto to Greek immigrant parents, George built his approach to business in his family’s restaurant: work hard, treat people well, and earn their trust. Those lessons have stayed with him through ventures in lighting, real estate, and television, and now shape the conversations he shares with entrepreneurs around the world.
BUILDING IDEOLI ACROSS BORDERS
At Ideoli, George leads a multinational team creating custom lighting and interior solutions for commercial spaces. His work brings together product development, sourcing, manufacturing, and global logistics to turn a design idea into a finished installation.
Ideoli’s products are installed in more than 30 countries, with clients including Tesla, Microsoft, Aston Martin, Mattel, Mandarin Oriental, WeWork, and Hilton. Building across markets has taught George the value of understanding local cultures, choosing dependable partners, and following through on commitments.
Before Ideoli, George was part of the founding team at Solais Lighting, later acquired by PowerSecure. He also launched GreekPropertyExchange.com, a platform connecting international buyers with property in Greece, and created Hellenic Home Hunting, a reality television series about the Greek property market.
George studied Business Administration at Brock University in Canada, studied in France, worked in Northern Ireland, completed an internship in Greece, and lived and worked in New York City.
ROOTS IN A GREEK IMMIGRANT FAMILY
George’s parents, Evangelos and Dimitra, emigrated from Greece to Canada in the 1970s. When he was four, they purchased the restaurant that would remain part of the family’s life for more than three decades.
Growing up alongside his sister, Bessie, George saw the effort behind running a small business: long hours, shared responsibility, and relationships built one customer at a time. His Greek heritage and Canadian upbringing continue to influence how he works, connects with people, and raises his own family.
INVIGORATE YOUR BUSINESS PODCAST
On Invigorate Your Business with George Stroumboulis, George sits down with founders, executives, creators, athletes, and other people whose experiences offer a different perspective on business and life. The conversations explore how people get started, navigate setbacks, build relationships, and keep moving forward.
Explore the episodes, watch on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
KEYNOTES & CONVERSATIONS
George speaks about entrepreneurship, global expansion, leadership, and building trust across cultures. His Building Beyond Borders keynote at the 2026 GBATA conference in Athens draws on the practical experience of growing an international company.
For speaking engagements, interviews, or business opportunities, connect with George. Explore his press and media coverage for more of his work and perspective.
FAMILY, CURIOSITY & LIFE BEYOND WORK
George’s wife and three daughters are at the center of his life. His work takes him around the world, but being present for his family remains a priority.
That same curiosity has taken him skydiving in the United States, bungee jumping in China, hang gliding in Brazil, and shark diving in South Africa. Whether meeting a new business partner or exploring somewhere unfamiliar, he values the people and experiences that make the journey worthwhile.
THRILL SEEKING AROUND THE WORLD
"BEING ABLE TO MAKE HUMAN CONNECTIONS WITH PEOPLE FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE ON THIS PLANET"
"I'M PASSIONATE ABOUT WORKING WITH GLOBAL BRANDS TO HELP THEM CREATE NEW PRODUCTS FOR THEIR SPACES"
"FORGING STRONG FRIENDSHIPS WITH DIPLOMATIC LEADERS HAS HELPED PUSH OUR EFFORTS ON A GLOBAL SCALE"
"I HAVE LIVED IN SEVERAL CITIES AROUND THE WORLD - EACH PLAYING A PART IN MY LIFE"
"I EXCEL WHEN I HAVE TRULY STEPPED OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE, LIKE PRODUCING A REALITY TV SHOW FOR THE FIRST TIME"
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george is an example of an entrepreneur working hard to preserve greece’s migration history
/ JEN BLOOMFIELD, FORMER AMBASSADOR OF AUSTRALIA TO GREECE /
The Hellenic Initiative announced George Stroumboulis as the Accelerate Greece 2026 keynote speaker in Toronto, sharing lessons on global entrepreneurship.