George Ioannou is a Greek-Canadian innovation leader shaping the future of passenger experience as Director of Innovation at King Salman International Airport in Riyadh. His global career spans Canada, the UK, Germany, and the Middle East. He’s tested waterslides across East Asia (yes, it’s an actual job), delivered a major terminal expansion at YVR, and contributed to eVTOL development in Europe. He brings a people-first mindset to airport design, blending technology with real human needs to create better travel. If you’re exploring how innovation can drive real impact across terminals, teams, or tech stacks, he’s always open to connect. Outside the airport world, you’ll find him learning Greek dancing and sharpening his tennis game.
