The International Federation of Global & Green Information Communication Technology (IFGICT) is proud to recognize Dr. Thanasis Staveris-Polykalas as the first professional in Greece to obtain the Artificial Intelligence Auditor Professional (AIAP) certification from IFGICT.
This achievement marks an important milestone in the development of professional expertise in artificial intelligence auditing in Greece. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into business operations, public services, and strategic decision-making, the ability to evaluate AI systems responsibly is becoming essential.
Advancing Responsible Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence offers significant opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and improved decision-making. However, its adoption also raises important questions concerning transparency, security, accountability, and human oversight.
AI auditing plays an important role in addressing these challenges. It helps organisations examine how AI systems are designed, deployed, and assessed, while identifying potential risks and supporting responsible governance practices.
Through its AIAP certification, IFGICT recognizes professional development in this increasingly important field. The certification reflects the growing need for specialists who can contribute to the evaluation and responsible implementation of AI technologies.
A Scientific and Strategic Perspective on Technology
Dr. Staveris-Polykalas is the Founder and CEO of Tools of Tech, a Greece-based company advising public- and private-sector organisations on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and regulatory compliance.
His professional background combines a PhD in High Energy Physics with experience in technology strategy and public policy. From 2020 to 2023, he served as Greece’s Secretary General for Telecommunications and Posts.
His work focuses on critical infrastructure resilience, secure communications, and translating emerging technologies into practical solutions for organisations and institutions.
This combination of scientific knowledge, policy experience, and technological expertise provides relevant context for his achievement in the field of AI auditing.
Why AI Auditing Matters
As organisations increasingly rely on AI-powered systems, responsible adoption requires more than technical implementation. It also requires clear governance, appropriate risk assessment, transparency, and accountability.
Professionals equipped to assess these dimensions can help organisations better understand the capabilities and limitations of AI systems and make more informed decisions about their use.
The development of AI auditing expertise is therefore an important part of building confidence in emerging technologies and encouraging innovation that respects security, responsibility, and human oversight.
IFGICT’s Commitment to Professional Excellence in AI
IFGICT continues to support the development of professional competencies in information and communication technology, including emerging fields such as artificial intelligence auditing.
Dr. Staveris-Polykalas’s achievement highlights the growing importance of AI governance and auditing expertise in Greece and reflects the value of international professional certification in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
IFGICT congratulates Dr. Thanasis Staveris-Polykalas on this achievement and looks forward to seeing his continued contributions to responsible AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation through his work at Tools of Tech.
Congratulations to Dr. Thanasis Staveris-Polykalas on becoming Greece’s first IFGICT-certified AIAP professional.
Learn More
- Tools of Tech: https://www.toolsoftech.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/athanassios-staverispolykalas/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staveristhanasis/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thanos.stav.395