F. Chrys Kanos

F. Chrys Kanos

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States
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About

Originally from Florence, SC, Chrys has lived throughout South Carolina and North…

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Experience

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    Charleston, South Carolina Area

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    Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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    Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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    Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Education

  • The American College of Financial Services Graphic

    The American College

    - Present

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    Activities and Societies: National Society of Collegiate Scholars, College Republicans, Orthodox Christian Fellowship, Young Life of Columbia, Dance Marathon, Special Olympics at USC

Licenses & Certifications

Volunteer Experience

  • The First Tee of Greater Charleston Graphic

    Young Ambassadors Council (YAC) - Board Member

    The First Tee of Greater Charleston

    - Present 5 years 5 months

    Children

    The First Tee of Greater Charleston - Mission

    To impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.

    Young Ambassadors Council (YAC)

    The Young Ambassadors Council (YAC), launched in 2013, is a network of young professionals dedicated to TFTGC’s mission. YAC members are engaged in addressing issues of critical importance to TFTGC, as well as contributing…

    The First Tee of Greater Charleston - Mission

    To impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.

    Young Ambassadors Council (YAC)

    The Young Ambassadors Council (YAC), launched in 2013, is a network of young professionals dedicated to TFTGC’s mission. YAC members are engaged in addressing issues of critical importance to TFTGC, as well as contributing to the growth and development of the organization. The YAC supports TFTGC through fundraising, awareness, and volunteer efforts to diversify the organization’s reach to the local community and its young people.

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    Executive Committee Member - Light The Night

    Leukemia & Lymphoma Society- Lowcountry

    - 1 year 1 month

    Health

    Light The Night raises funds in support of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS).

    The mission of LLS is: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.

    LLS exists to find cures and ensure access to treatments for blood cancer patients. We are the voice for all blood cancer patients and we work to ensure access to treatments for all blood cancer patients.

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    Sponsor, Donor, Volunteer

    Beads of Courage, Inc.

    - Present 7 years 5 months

    Children

    The mission of Beads of Courage, Inc. is to provide innovative arts-in-medicine programs that improve the quality of life for children coping with serious illness, their families, and the clinicians who care for them. Beads of Courage programs are evidence-based interventions designed to strengthen resilience, alleviate suffering, and improve the psychosocial adjustment process. Beads of Courage, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. For more information or to make a donation, visit…

    The mission of Beads of Courage, Inc. is to provide innovative arts-in-medicine programs that improve the quality of life for children coping with serious illness, their families, and the clinicians who care for them. Beads of Courage programs are evidence-based interventions designed to strengthen resilience, alleviate suffering, and improve the psychosocial adjustment process. Beads of Courage, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. For more information or to make a donation, visit www.beadsofcourage.org.

  • Donor

    Camp Happy Days

    - Present 6 years 10 months

    Children

    Camp Happy Days’ mission is to offer support and encouragement to children diagnosed with cancer and their families by providing cost free year-round programs, special events and access to crisis resources. Our goal is to improve the physical, emotional and psychological health of the entire family facing pediatric cancer.

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    Big Brother

    Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

    - 3 years

    Children

    The Big Brothers Big Sisters Mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1-to-1 relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.

    The Big Brothers Big Sisters Vision is that all children achieve success in life.

  • The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Graphic

    Volunteer & Donor

    The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

    - Present 10 years

    Children

  • United Way of Central Carolinas Graphic

    Volunteer & Donor

    United Way of Central Carolinas

    - 11 years

    Health

  • Alexander Youth Network Graphic

    Volunteer & Donor

    Alexander Youth Network

    - 11 years

    Children

  • Easter Seals UCP North Carolina & Virginia Graphic

    Volunteer & Donor

    Easter Seals UCP North Carolina & Virginia

    - 10 years

    Children

    Easterseals UCP creates opportunities, promotes individual choice, and changes the lives of children and adults with disabilities by maximizing their individual potential to live, learn, work, and play in their communities. We are Accountable, Committed and Caring. These three words guide everything we do.

  • Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Graphic

    Volunteer & Donor

    Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation

    - Present 11 years

    Children

  • Samaritan's Feet International Graphic

    Volunteer & Donor

    Samaritan's Feet International

    - Present 9 years 11 months

    Children

    Samaritan’s Feet serves and inspires hope in children by providing shoes as the foundation to a spiritual and healthy life resulting in the advancement of education and economic opportunities.

Honors & Awards

  • Charlotte Business Journal's "40 Under 40"

    Charlotte Business Journal

    Charlotte's top 40 influential business leaders under the age of 40.

  • OARS Award - 2016 & 2017 Production Years

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    OARS Award represents the top 10% of Managing Directors for exceptional performance in balancing management and personal production

  • Qualifying Member - 2012-2015, 2017-2021

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  • Quality Award 2013-2015

    National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors

    Award recognizing commitment to excellence in service to clients and industry.

Languages

  • English

    Native or bilingual proficiency

  • Greek

    Limited working proficiency

Organizations

  • Exchange Club of Metropolitan Charleston

    Member

    - Present

    50 YEARS OF SUPPORTING CHILDREN IN NEED Chartered in early 1969, the Exchange Club of Metropolitan Charleston, is a growing and active group of businessmen from across the Lowcountry. With a mission to make a difference in our community and country, the club's core values are family, community, and country. Through the Programs of Service - Americanism, Community Service and Youth Programs - members of the National Exchange Club support activities that benefit youth, promote pride in our…

    50 YEARS OF SUPPORTING CHILDREN IN NEED Chartered in early 1969, the Exchange Club of Metropolitan Charleston, is a growing and active group of businessmen from across the Lowcountry. With a mission to make a difference in our community and country, the club's core values are family, community, and country. Through the Programs of Service - Americanism, Community Service and Youth Programs - members of the National Exchange Club support activities that benefit youth, promote pride in our country, and honor military and public service providers, to name a few. The National Project is to help in the prevention of child abuse and neglect in our country. The Metro Exchange Club's partner is local nonprofit, Windwood Family Services. Since 1985, Windwood has worked with thousands of children and families providing structured, therapeutic practices and focus to find help, hope and healing. Their three programs have one mission: to eradicate child abuse and neglect in our community.

  • Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce

    Member

    - Present

    The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce is an energized, innovative Chamber that serves the needs of businesses, non-profits, and communities. The Chamber can connect you and your business to diverse groups throughout the region. Our Chamber not only impacts our members; we also have our community and residents engaged into making Berkeley County a great place to live and work. The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce was established in 1977 to address the needs of the greater Berkeley County businesses.

  • Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce

    Leadership Circle Member

    - Present

    Established in 1773, Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce is distinguished as the first municipal Chamber of Commerce in the United States and the longest continually operating business membership association. The Chamber has a 243 year legacy of protecting and strengthening the Charleston Region’s business community, helping businesses grow and thrive. In 2017, the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce received its third consecutive 5-Star Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

  • Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce

    Member

    - Present

    Mission Encouraging business and community success East of the Cooper. Vision Setting the standard for business success in our community.

  • Physicians Nationwide

    Member

    - Present

    Chrys Kanos is a member of Physicians Nationwide. Physicians Nationwide is a group of qualified and experienced Northwestern Mutual Financial Representatives who specialize in serving the unique financial needs of physicians and dentists.

  • Charlotte Chamber of Commerce

    Member

    - Present

    The Charlotte Chamber is a membership, volunteer-led organization. Our vision is to make Charlotte the best place to run a business and to live. Our mission statement: the Charlotte Chamber creates competitive advantage by growing the economy, advocating pro-business public policies, and delivering innovative programs and services.

  • National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors

    Member

    - Present

    The mission of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors is to advocate for a positive legislative and regulatory environment, enhance business and professional skills, and promote the ethical conduct of our members. NAIFA is a national nonprofit organization representing the interests of more than 70,000 insurance and financial advisors nationwide, through its federation of over 900 state and local associations. Founded in 1890, NAIFA is the nation's largest financial…

    The mission of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors is to advocate for a positive legislative and regulatory environment, enhance business and professional skills, and promote the ethical conduct of our members. NAIFA is a national nonprofit organization representing the interests of more than 70,000 insurance and financial advisors nationwide, through its federation of over 900 state and local associations. Founded in 1890, NAIFA is the nation's largest financial services membership association.

  • Speedway Children's Charities

    Charlotte Board of Trustees

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    The mission of Speedway Children's Charities remains true to the ideals it was founded upon in 1982: To care for children in educational, financial, social and medical need in order to help them lead productive lives.

  • Charlotte City Club

    Finance Committee Member

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    A private, members only Food and Beverage Club, in the Heart of Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. The Charlotte City Club was named in 2013, 2014 and 2015, as one of the top 235 Private Clubs in the country and one of the top 35 City Clubs, in America, by Club Leaders Forum.

  • The Young Affiliates of the Mint

    Member

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    The Young Affiliates of the Mint is a group of diverse young professionals who promote and support The Mint Museum through social, educational, leadership, and fundraising activities and events.

  • Charlotte Estate Planning Council

    Member

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    The Charlotte Estate Planning Council (CEPC) is a local affiliate of the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (NAEPC), a national organization of professional estate planners and affiliated estate planning councils, focused on establishing and monitoring the highest professional and educational standards. The mission of CEPC is to promote the interest of the public by providing an educational forum for estate planning professionals from various disciplines and to foster…

    The Charlotte Estate Planning Council (CEPC) is a local affiliate of the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (NAEPC), a national organization of professional estate planners and affiliated estate planning councils, focused on establishing and monitoring the highest professional and educational standards. The mission of CEPC is to promote the interest of the public by providing an educational forum for estate planning professionals from various disciplines and to foster cooperation and share ideas relevant to the estate planning process.

  • NC Blumenthal Performing Arts Center

    Corporate Partner

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    Mission: To present the best in the performing arts and in partnership with others, share and employ the arts as a major catalyst to strengthen education, build community cohesiveness and advance economic growth.

  • The Good Fellows Club

    Member

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    Who We Are: Founded in 1917 in Charlotte, NC, the Good Fellows Club has a membership of over 1,700 men in the greater Charlotte area who seek to be of service to the working poor in our community. Our Mission: Good Fellows utilizes 100% of donations to provide emergency assistance to families in need throughout the year.

  • Southgate Condominium Owners Association, Inc.

    Board Member

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