Six Greek Australians make the Top 100 Young Entrepreneurs list for 2021

A few of the popular Australian events organised by Michael Christidis’ and Nicholas Greco’s Untitled Group. Photo collage: Instagram

 

Even though 2021 was the most challenging year in 21st century history, a selected few either ventured into new enterprises or pushed their existing businesses further, recording great success and revenue.

Six Australians of Greek heritage have done exactly that, making it in the Top 100 Young Entrepreneurs list for 2021 as reported by Business News Australia. The individuals listed, generated more than $5.9 billion in revenue – though much of that can be attributed to the companies in the Top 10 which together delivered revenues of approximately $4 billion.

Here they are:

  • No 18: Chris Anastasi and Nathaniel Anthony, the fitness legends behind Muscle Nation own a multimillion dollar enterprise focused on supplements, healthy nutrition and activewear. Adding one more facility to their empire in 2022 the duo have grown their business in only five years, out of spare room in Nathaniel’s grandmother’s house.
  • No 42: Michael Christidis and Nicholas Greco, along with Christian Serrao, Filippo Palermo and Thomas Caw, who have all co-founded events empire Untitled Group. Empire Group is behind Down Under’s most famous festivals such as  Beyond The Valley, Pitch Music and Arts, Ability Festival and Wildlands to name a few. Even though the past two years have been tough the company is still thriving, organising a huge slew of COVID-safe happenings for 2022.
  • No 55: Mad Paws’s co-CEOs Alexis Soulopulos with Justus Hammer and Jan Pacas, are making millions each year, constantly evolving their pet services giant since 2014. Getting on and ahead of the times, Mad Paws is putting weight on its tech-focused online marketplace for services like pet sitting, dog walking, pet food and pet insurance.
  • No 90: Nicholas Mitrosillis’ meraki has made wonders for Greek food takeaway chain The Yiros Shop whichis dominating the street food market in Southeast Queensland. Armed with tons of ambition and good vibes, Mitrosillis prepares to open more shops nationwide.
  • No 91: Harry Karefilakis of electrical contractor Kare Group and All Steel Designs, a nationally-focused business that provides internal steel doors and front doors for houses, has also made it in, last but not least. Persisting throughout a tough 2020, Karefilakis did not only not sink but he persevered, setting afloat his second business in 2021 that has also made it to the top of his industry.