Early Life and Family
Marianna Latsis is the daughter of the late Greek shipping tycoon Yiannis Latsis. She comes from a family with deep roots in the shipping and banking industries. She has two siblings, Spiros and Margarita. In 2019, the siblings divided the family's holdings, with Marianna taking control of the shipping interests under Latsco.
Rise to Success
Following the division of the family fortune, Marianna Latsis has focused on the shipping firm Latsco, while maintaining shares in other family holdings. She has made investments in Greek conglomerate GEK Terna and real estate developer Dimand, alongside shares in oil company Helleniq Energy and shipyard TALOS. She has also previously divested from real estate and banking interests.
Key Business Strategies
Marianna Latsis's business strategy involves managing and expanding the family's shipping interests, Latsco, and making strategic investments in Greek companies. Her focus is on maintaining a diversified portfolio that includes shipping, energy, and real estate. 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 is known for supporting various causes, including healthcare, education, and culture. She founded three daycare centers for oncology patients named after Nikos Kourkoulos in Athens, Thessaloniki and Patras. She is also a member of the Supervisory Board of the John S. Latsis Public Benefit Foundation, which supports programs in education, scientific research, social welfare, and culture. In 2023, she received the Gold Medal “Evangelis Zappas” for her philanthropy.
