With a Bachelor of Arts from London Metropolitan University, followed by an MBA and a DBA from Heriot-Watt University, Dr. Gerakoudi boasts a decade-long tenure in the shipping industry. Her expertise extends to teaching Shipping Management and Business Management courses at the Department of Shipping Management since 2022, covering topics such as Introduction to Shipping, Management Principles, and Managing People & Organizations. Dr. Gerakoudi's research pursuits delve into shipping stocks price forecasting, sustainability in shipping, and the implementation of cutting-edge technologies in maritime practices. Beyond academia, she contributes her insights as an advisor to the Shipping Society at Deree.