Hey, my name is Andy Parthenopoulos, a 23 year old from Melbourne Australia. I’m in the IT/Internet business and co-founder of Noodle Networks, along with my business partner Billy Ao-Ieong. I also work part-time in telephone market research, so chances are I’ve asked you at some stage to take part in a survey during dinnertime!

The above photo was taken this Easter (2007) at the Northen Grampians during a 12.2k hike with friends. It looks like we’re pretty high up in this picture but in reality we were barely a quarter into the climb! As you could imagine I didn’t look so fresh and cheerful once we reached the summit. I love the great outdoors and wish I had more time to spend out there.

Aside from that I have a strong passion for online business, web marketing, writing and the Melbourne Footy Club (AFL). When I’m not working on getting my startup off the ground, you can find me in the gym a few times a week, at (free!) poker tournaments, reading, or playing indoor soccer for the Real Gumbies FC.

I also like keeping abreast of social and environmental issues and am keen to take an active role in supporting the well-being of my country.