Nick Spiropoulos
Sales
Born in Bloemfontein South Africa of Greek parents in 1961. Nick completed his Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1982 and then did 2 years of mandatory military training, becoming a lieutenant.
Nick joined South African Breweries in 1983, where he held various positions in marketing, the last of which was Director of International Sales (selling in 47 countries). It was during this time that Gary Player offered Nick a position in the Gary Player Golf Company to run the International Business Division which led to a move with his family to the United States of America – West Palm Beach, Florida.
On becoming American citizens, Nick accepted a position with Dave Pelz Golf Company in Austin, Texas as the Executive Director of the Compaq World Putting Championship.
Nick then brokered beverage deals internationally for Advantage Plus protein drinks, iced tea and organic energy drinks in Europe, Africa and Australia.
Recently Nick joined Hal Jones Development Company in the capacity of community consultant and is thoroughly enjoying the challenge.
Nick and his wife Chrissie have two children – their daughter Georgia (22) and son Athanasios (21). They enjoy the hill country, supporting the Longhorns and grilling steaks on the weekends. Nick’s hobbies include golf, travelling, and smoking a good cigar.