Get to Know Our Hardworking Team
Anna Eliopoulos.
President & CEO
Anna always knew she was going to be an entrepreneur as it all started when she and her husband, Peter Eliopoulos opened up their first family restaurant 35 years ago. Anna’s passion for gift giving began with her generosity and interesting gift giving to her family and friends; which has developed into one of the largest premier gift companies in Canada. As President and CEO, Anna remains very hands-on in the gift development process as she travels worldwide and works side-by-side with the production team and purchasing guru’s to ensure that all customers feel luxurious, sophisticated, and comforted with each gift they order or receive. Her enthusiasm, zeal for the business, and an absolute dedication to customer service is contagious and translates into her working side by side with the best team in the business.
Katherine Eliopoulos.
Chief Operations Officer
Being the first-born in the Eliopoulos family, Katherine immediately became involved in the family business at the age of 13 working in their family restaurant. Following in her mother, Anna’s, footsteps; Katherine also loved composing gifts by incorporating the latest and trendiest products and continued to support the development of the Peter & Paul’s Gifts team. While she is very much involved in every aspect of the business, Katherine’s true passion is designing the Peter & Paul’s Gifts Baby Collection. Being a mother of four, Katherine is determined to find the best baby products by travelling around the world and even takes them for a test drive on her own family to ensure its quality and practicality in the collection.
Angela Eliopoulos.
Warehouse Wizard
From the early stages, Angela has been involved in many hands-on projects which led her into participating in the development and organization of the Peter & Paul’s Gifts warehouse. Responsible for driving the operational excellence of warehouse supplies, monitoring work performance and reinforcing safety standards, Angela is adept in communicating with vendors and our team to ensure we are right on track! Also, playing Tetris was her specialty, so when it came to logistics, Angela is truly our warehouse wizard.
Jessica Tarasco.
General Manager
Jessica’s journey to this leadership role is both inspiring and relatable. Just five short years ago, Jessica was a stay-at-home mom planning her return to the workforce. Determined to contribute to her family's well-being while pursuing her career aspirations, she sought an environment that embraced her values.
Her decision to join Peter & Paul’s Gifts proved to be a seamless fit. The company’s senior executive team comprises accomplished women, many of whom are working mothers—a dynamic that resonated deeply with Jessica. This shared experience fostered an immediate sense of connection and belonging.
In her role, Jessica is not only leading a team of exceptional employees but also setting a positive example for her own children. She views her position as an opportunity to inspire the next generation of working women, showing them the importance of balancing professional ambitions with personal commitments. Looking ahead, Jessica is excited to continue her growth within this remarkable company, contributing to its legacy of excellence and innovation in the gifting industry.
Alexandra Dial.
Purchasing Manager
Meet Alex, Purchasing Manager at Peter & Paul’s Gifts. She’s responsible for sourcing the latest and most innovative products, ensuring the company stays ahead of emerging trends in the gifting space. Known for her sharp eye and forward-thinking approach, Alex curates selections that are equal parts thoughtful, elevated, and on-trend.
With a talent for identifying those “didn’t know you needed it” items, she continuously brings fresh ideas to the table—balancing creativity with a strong understanding of what resonates in today’s market.