Early Life
Marianna Latsis, born in Athens, Greece, is the daughter of Yiannis Latsis, a prominent Greek shipping magnate, and Erietta Tsoukala. She is part of a family known for its involvement in banking, shipping, and real estate.
Rise to Success
Marianna Latsis inherited her family's wealth and took the helm of the shipping interests under Latsco, after the family holdings were formally divided in 2019. She has been involved in managing and expanding the family’s shipping business, including a fleet of vessels engaged in global shipping operations. Furthermore, she made investments in Greek conglomerate GEK Terna and real estate developer Dimand.
Key Business Strategies
Her strategic management has helped maintain the Latsis Group’s prominence in the maritime industry. She has also focused on diversifying the family's investments, including ventures in the financial and real estate sectors. She exited one of her early investments, payments startup Viva Wallet, in 2022 when JPMorgan acquired a 48.5% stake for $850 million.
Philanthropy
Marianna Latsis is actively involved in philanthropy, supporting numerous charitable causes and cultural initiatives in Greece. She has established foundations and charitable organizations that focus on education, healthcare, and cultural preservation, aiming to enhance the quality of life for Greek citizens. In 2023, she received the Gold Medal “Evangelis Zappas” for her philanthropy. She supports causes relating to healthcare, education, and culture, including day care centers for oncology patients named after Nikos Kourkoulos.