ABOUT
Our Commitment to Global Security
Varvoutis Global Services is committed to connecting international partners with the U.S. defense industry to strengthen global alliances through Foreign Military Sales. Our expert team is dedicated to simplifying the complexities of military procurement, ensuring that governments can secure the necessary defense equipment and services to enhance their national security.
OUR TEAM
Meet Our Experts
Our team of Foreign Military Sales consultants brings extensive experience and specialized knowledge to the table. With a diverse range of military and defense backgrounds, we work collaboratively to provide our clients with outstanding consultancy services that meet their unique needs.
Education and Certifications:
Masters of Professional Studies in AI Management (Candidate)Georgetown University, 2027
Masters of Arts in National Security Studies Europe and Eurasia
Naval Postgraduate School, 2018
Bachelors of Science Degree in International Relations
United States Naval Academy, 2011
Security Cooperation Officer
Defense Security Cooperation University
Certified Russian Linguist
Defense Language Institute, 2022
Certified German Linguist
Defense Language Institute, 2019
Athanasios 'V' Varvoutis
I’m Athanasios Varvoutis, a Foreign Military Sales and Security Cooperation specialist with deep experience driving major defense acquisition outcomes, strengthening international alliances, and guiding partner nations through the complexities of U.S. defense procurement.
As a former Foreign Area Officer in the U.S. Navy, and a former diplomat serving in U.S. Embassies, I have built a reputation for delivering measurable results in high‑stakes, politically sensitive environments. As Deputy Chief of the Office of Defense Cooperation, U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria, I personally generated $2.9 billion in new FMS sales, increasing Bulgaria’s FMS purchases by 600%, and managed a $4.3 billion portfolio covering air, land, and maritime capabilities. My work directly supported frontline NATO readiness and reshaped Bulgaria’s long‑term defense modernization strategy.
My experience extends across Europe and the Indo‑Pacific, including service as the sole U.S. representative at the German Naval Academy, where I led joint partnership initiatives and mentored more than 240 German officers and cadets. Earlier operational roles with SEAL Team Two and the 3rd Marine Division strengthened my ability to integrate strategic objectives with real‑world operational requirements — a perspective I bring to every client engagement.
Today, I help governments, industry partners, and defense organizations navigate the full spectrum of the FMS, DCS and security cooperation enterprise: from early‑stage acquisition strategy and requirements development to program execution, stakeholder engagement, and long‑term portfolio planning. With firsthand experience working across all 14 U.S. implementing agencies and more than 25 program offices, I understand not only how the system works — but how to move it efficiently.
Whether you are a partner nation seeking to modernize your forces, a defense company pursuing new opportunities, or an organization looking to strengthen international engagement, I bring the expertise, relationships, and strategic insight to help you succeed.
My mission is simple:
To help allies and partners acquire the right capabilities, at the right time, through a clear, efficient, and strategically aligned FMS process.