Dimitris Tselios - Mr. Happy CEO
Leadership & Community-Building Strategist
About Me
Building Leadership That Lasts
With more than 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, I work at the intersection of leadership, community design, and the future of work. I support founders, community builders, senior leaders, and institutions to design leadership structures and communities that function over time, without dependency on individuals.
My work focuses on three core principles: lucidity in decision-making, alignment between identity and action, and discernment in responsibility. I operate across individual, organizational, and ecosystem levels through retreats, advisory work, institutional consulting, and international initiatives.
Core Areas of Expertise
Leadership & Decision-Making
Strategic guidance for founders and executives navigating complex decisions
Community & Ecosystem Design
Building sustainable communities that thrive independently
Founder & Executive Advisory
1:1 strategic support for senior leaders at system level
Remote & Hybrid Work Strategy
Transforming organizations for distributed work environments
Institutional Consulting
Advising governments and institutions on future-of-work initiatives
Retreat Design
Creating transformative experiential learning environments
Current Work
Leadership & Community Building
Independent Strategist
2013 – Present | Global
  • Design and facilitate leadership retreats for founders, facilitators, and community leaders
  • Provide 1:1 strategic advisory to senior leaders operating at system and ecosystem level
  • Support leaders in redefining responsibility, boundaries, and sustainable leadership structures
Nomad365: Shaping the Future of Work
Founded 2023
Consulting and ecosystem development initiative supporting governments, municipalities, and destinations in attracting high-skilled remote workers and global talent.
Strategic Advisory
Advise public institutions on remote work policy, talent attraction strategies, and long-term destination positioning across Europe and Asia.
Ecosystem Impact
Work with stakeholders to develop comprehensive future-of-work initiatives that benefit communities and remote professionals alike.
Nomad Festivals: Living Laboratories
Creating Temporary Ecosystems
Since 2022, I've founded and organized Athens Nomad Fest and Da Nang Nomad Fest, international ecosystem platforms for remote work, leadership, and community building.
These festivals serve as living laboratories for leadership and community dynamics, connecting leaders, entrepreneurs, facilitators, institutions, and local communities.
01
Design
Create intentional spaces for connection and learning
02
Connect
Bring together diverse stakeholders and communities
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Experiment
Test leadership and community dynamics in real-time
04
Scale
Apply insights to broader ecosystem development
Happy CEO:
A Space for Alignment
Founded 2024
A private leadership environment for founders and leaders seeking long-term alignment, peer exchange, and reflective space.
Beyond Retreats
Designed as a continuity space that extends beyond one-time retreats and advisory work, providing ongoing support and community.
Peer Exchange
Connect with fellow leaders navigating similar challenges in a trusted, confidential environment.
Advisory & Consulting
Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships
R-map EU Project
Advisory Board Member of a Horizon Europe–funded project addressing the urban–rural gap through innovative remote work and mobility strategies. www.r-map.eu
Remote Work International
Lead advisory and consulting work supporting organizations in remote and hybrid work transformation, including readiness assessments and policy design. www.remoteworkinternational.com
My consulting services include organizational readiness assessments, leadership training for distributed teams, policy design, and executive advisory for CEOs and HR leaders navigating the future of work.
Social Impact & Authorship
Mentoria NGO
President | 2021 – Present
Leading a non-profit organization focused on youth development, education, and self-awareness. We design and support programs promoting leadership, responsibility, and personal development for young people.
Published Works
Escape from the Cave
Reflections on leadership, responsibility, and personal freedom
111 Questions
A reflective workbook for self-inquiry and decision-making
Let's Build Something Meaningful Together
Whether you're a founder seeking clarity, an institution designing for the future of work, or a leader building sustainable communities, I'm here to support your journey.
"Leadership is not about being indispensable—it's about building structures that thrive without you."
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