Dr Nicodemos Damianou is the Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy of the Republic of Cyprus. He holds a Sc.B Degree in Computer Science from Brown University USA, a Ph.D in Computer Security & Policy-based Management of enterprise-wide Computer Networks from Imperial College UK, a Diploma of Information Security from Imperial College, and an MBA from the University of Cyprus. He is an IT and Information Security professional with many years of experience in Payment Systems and Fintech, Risk Management Methodologies and Digital Transformation Technologies. He served at managerial positions within the Bank of Cyprus Group. From November 2017 to January 2024 he was the General Manager of JCC Payment Systems Ltd.

Charalambos Prountzos, born in Nicosia in 1978, hails from the occupied villages of Gerolakkos and Akanthou. He holds an LLB (Hons) from the University of Bristol (2001) and is a Barrister-at-Law from the Inns of Court School of Law, London, with a Diploma in Professional Legal Skills from City University. A licensed insolvency practitioner and lawyer, he is the Managing Partner of Prountzos & Prountzos LLC, which he founded in 2010. He has significant experience in regulated markets, competition law, mergers, acquisitions, and energy projects. Charalambos led legal services for a Big4 firm in the CEE, SEE, and Central Asia region from 2019 to 2023. He has served as Chairman of the Council at the Open University of Cyprus and on the Board of CYENS, a research center. He was also involved in the Cyprus reunification talks. Charalambos is married to journalist Gogo Alexandrinou, and they have two children.

Ο Θέμης Γεωργαντάς είναι η φωνή και το πρόσωπο που συνδέει τη μουσική με τη διασκέδαση! Εδώ και 11 χρόνια κρατά το μικρόφωνο του Super FM, ενώ στα #MadMusicAwards και #SuperMusicAwards παραμένει ο απόλυτος οικοδεσπότης. Από τη Γερμανική Φιλολογία στη δημοσιογραφία, από τα decks στο ραδιόφωνο και από τις συνεργασίες με τα μεγαλύτερα ονόματα της TV μέχρι το δικό του talk show #AfterDark, ο Θέμης ξέρει να δημιουργεί στιγμές που μένουν. Με πάθος, αστείρευτη ενέργεια και μοναδικό χιούμορ, συνεχίζει να αποδεικνύει πως η μουσική και η τηλεόραση έχουν… τον καλύτερο εκπρόσωπό τους!”

Γεννημένη στις 20 Δεκεμβρίου 1996 η Ολίβια Φωτοπούλου συγκαταλέγεται σήμερα ανάμεσα στις ταχύτερες γυναίκες στον κόσμο. Προκρίθηκε στα ημιτελικά των 200μ τόσο στους Ολυμπιακούς Αγώνες «Παρίσι 2024» όσο και στο πρόσφατο Παγκόσμιο Πρωτάθλημα Στίβου «Τόκυο 2025», όπου κατέλαβε την 21η θέση στον κόσμο. Κάτοχος του Παγκύπριου Ρεκόρ στα 100μ.

Dr Panayiotis Philimis is the Founder and CEO of CyRIC, the Cyprus Research & Innovation Center (www.cyric.eu) developing disruptive products in BioTech, IoT, Robotics/Drones and AI. CyRIC, is the Business Innovation Center (BIC) of Cyprus, certified by the European BIC Network (www.ebn.eu). He is the founder of Gravity Ventures (www.gravity.ventures) an international deep tech Incubator that invests in a diversified portfolio of deep-tech startups and founder of the GRAVITY VC Fund (www.gravity.eu). Currently he is an Executive Board Member of European BIC Network (EBN), Vice President of CARIE Cyprus Association of Research and Innovation Enterprises and Member of the Cyprus Business Angels (CyBAN). He is an Angel Investor and Advisor to more than 20 startups. He has 25+ years’ experience in the design and development of disruptive high-tech products and managed several R&D and industry projects with budgets exceeding 200million Euro.

Milan Trajkovic was born on March 17, 1992. He is a track and field athlete specializing in the 110m hurdles.

Trajkovic grew up in the Serbian town of Surdulica but moved with his family to Cyprus at the age of nine due to the NATO bombings in Yugoslavia. At the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, he qualified for the final of the 110m hurdles with times of 13.41 seconds and 13.31 seconds in the semifinals. With this achievement, Trajkovic became the first Cypriot athlete to qualify for the Olympic final in this event. He represented Cyprus in the 110m hurdles final at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics.

His personal bests are 13.25 seconds in the 110m hurdles (0.0 m/s, London 2017) and 7.51 seconds in the 60m hurdles (Birmingham, 2018). Both are current national records.

In 2024, he reached the final of the World Indoor Championships in Glasgow, finishing 8th, and later that summer at the Olympic Games in Paris, he advanced to the semifinals, where he narrowly missed qualification for the final, placing 9th overall.

Συγκαταλέγεται ανάμεσα στους κορυφαίους Σκοπευτές όλων των εποχών, παγκοσμίως! Είναι Παγκόσμιος Πρωταθλητής τόσο στους Άνδρες όσο και στους Έφηβους, πέμπτος Ολυμπιονίκης, στους Ολυμπιακούς Αγώνες «Πεκίνο 2008» και ο μοναδικός Κύπριος αθλητής που έχει πετύχει Παγκόσμιο Ρεκόρ! Φέτος αναδείχθηκε Πρωταθλητής Ευρώπης στο Ομαδικό στου Σκητ. Στα 44 του χρόνια βάζει πλώρη για τους Ολυμπιακούς Αγώνες «Λος Άντζελες 2028» και την πέμπτη του Ολυμπιακή Συμμετοχή. Είναι Πρόεδρος της Επιτροπής Αθλητών της Κυπριακής Ολυμπιακής Επιτροπής και Παγκόσμιος Πρεσβευτής της Perazzi, κορυφαίας εταιρείας κατασκευής όπλων.

Dora Trachana is a Partner at Uni.Fund VC with over a decade of experience in incubation, acceleration, and corporate innovation programs. She has built strong partnerships with European incubators and an extensive global start-up network. At Uni.Fund, she leads deal flow and startup evaluation, having reviewed 3,000+ EU-based startups and executed 60+ transactions over the past eight years. Dora provides strategic support to portfolio companies, driving business growth and operational excellence. She holds a BSc in Management Science and Technology and an MSc in Information Systems from the Athens University of Economics and Business, both awarded with scholarships.

Συνιδρυτής και διευθυντής της εξειδικευμένης εταιρείας αθλητικού μάρκετινγκ TOTAL SPORTS MARKETING, αρχισυντάκτης της ιστοσελίδας olatasports.com.  Προέρχεται από το χώρο της αθλητικής δημοσιογραφίας, την οποία υπηρετεί από τα φοιτητικά χρόνια. Έχει εργαστεί στα αθλητικά τμήματα των εφημερίδων «ΠΟΛΙΤΗΣ», «ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗ», «ΦΙΛΕΛΕΥΘΕΡΟΣ» και «ΡΕΠΟΡΤΕΡ», διετέλεσε για έξι χρονιά Γενικός Γραμματέας της Ένωσης Αθλητικογράφων Κύπρου (ΕΑΚ). To 2005 ξεκίνησε την ενασχόληση με τον τομέα της Επικοινωνίας, ως συνεργάτης της ACTION GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS.

Kyriakos Chrysochos, originally from Lefkara, holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the City University of New York and is a member of Chi Epsilon. With vision and dedication, he elevated Cyfield Group into one of the largest development and construction companies in Cyprus, with projects expanding abroad to Greece, Egypt, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Among his landmark projects are the iconic 360 tower and three additional towers that are reshaping the skyline of Nicosia. He has been internationally recognized, receiving an award from the Institute of Directors UK in 2017 and the Business Leader Award in Real Estate, Construction & Land Development in 2018. His latest venture is the construction of Cyprus’ first private power plant.

Carolos Georgallis is the CEO of AIFCAP Managers, an Alternative Investment Fund Management firm in Cyprus and is also a Partner at the Kinisis Ventures Fund. Carolos studied engineering at Imperial and Cambridge and started his career at a Venture Capital research & information provider company in Cambridge before moving to London to work as an electronics and semiconductors analyst and later portfolio manager at Herald Investment Management, the largest Technology, Media, and Telecoms (TMT) specialist fund manager in London. He then switched to investment banking, first at Renaissance Capital, an emerging markets specialist investment bank, working at their Cyprus and UK offices and then at Generation Alfa, a Swiss investment management and advisory firm located in Dubai, before returning to Cyprus to run AIFCAP.

Yannis Matsis is the Global Head of Business Promotion at MUFG Investor Services, responsible for advancing current and new products, positioning acquisition interests, and developing a stronger relationship with all external and internal stakeholders.Previously, Yannis served as CEO of Hellenic Bank Group; as Global Head of Credit, Interest Rate and Foreign Exchange Derivatives at Mizuho in London; and as Global Head of Credit Derivatives at ING Barings in London. He also co-founded Point Nine, a financial technologies company, which was acquired by MUFG in 2019. Yannis graduated from the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom with a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering.

Silia Ioannidou is a journalist, communications specialist, and radio producer with a long-standing career in both Cypriot and Greek media. She has worked with DIAS Media Group, Sigma TV, Media Studio, the newspaper Makedonia, and several other outlets. She is also a voice talent, copywriter, and editor-in-chief with experience in creative communication strategies. She holds a degree in Political Science, a Master’s in Communication, and has studied Acting. She speaks Greek, English, and French.

George Georgiou is a freelance journalist, columnist, economic news commentator and a podcaster. Since 2013, he has been a stringer for Bloomberg News and from 2022, he is a commentator on economic and financial stories for Alpha TV news programs and website. From 2017 until 2022, he is the co-presenter of “Show me the Money”, a daily radio production on economic news for “Politis 107,6” and a columnist for the Sunday edition of “Politis” newspaper. Since 2020, he is the co-producer of the financial literacy podcast and website “Kounato stin tsepi sou”. He holds a BA in political science from the University of Cyprus and Msc on International Development, from the University of Bath.

Agni Photiou is the Investment Manager at Exerte Partners, a single-family office with a global investment mandate across sectors and asset classes. She leads the firm’s private investment efforts, focusing on special opportunities and companies with strong business fundamentals and real growth potential. While sector-agnostic, the office is currently active in biotech and industrials, prioritising businesses with defensible IP, scalable models, and clear paths to profitability. With a background in engineering and business, Agni’s experience spans investment management, business consulting, operations, and organisational turnarounds, including roles in production management, SME restructuring, and education management.

Dimitris Constantinides is the founder and CEO the Eptagon Group of Companies which is the parent company of the Bioland Energy Group, a leading force in Cyprus’s renewable energy sector. Since establishing the Group in 2012, he has overseen its growth into one of the country’s most prominent clean-energy players, spearheading projects ranging from household net-metering and business net-billing to the development of large-scale solar photovoltaic parks across Cyprus. Under his leadership, Bioland has expanded its activities through subsidiaries such as Bioland Promithia, Cyprus’s largest independent electricity utility, and Bioland Energy Pyrolysis, further advancing innovative energy solutions. He is widely recognized for his entrepreneurial vision, through his contribution to energy and sustainability. Through a blend of strategic foresight, technological innovation, and environmental responsibility, Dimitri continues to drive affordable, competitive, and reliable renewable energy, positioning Bioland Energy Group at the forefront of Cyprus’s energy future and broader energy transition.

My name is Rally Papageorgiou. I was born on January 24, 1975, in Nea Vyssa, a village in the northeastern part of the Evros River, on the border between Greece and Turkey. I studied journalism at IEK Akmi (a private college) in Athens and at Frederick University in Nicosia. In 2005, I went to Istanbul and studied the Turkish language at TÖMER (the language institute of Ankara University). I came to Cyprus in 1996 and since then I have worked at Astra radio, Radio Proto, as a correspondent of the Dias media group in Turkey, and at Sigma TV. Since 2008, I have been working at CNA (Cyprus News Agency), and for the past nine years, I have also been collaborating with CyBC, reporting on issues from the Turkish Cypriot community and the Cyprus negotiations. I speak Greek, English, and Turkish. I am married and have one child.

I grew up in radio studios, since my mother was a journalist and radio producer. That’s where I fell in love with sound and radio, which eventually became my second home. I studied in the UK and, upon returning, worked in major companies in the fields of marketing and communications, created my own communications agency, and collaborated with several radio stations. This year marks 20 years behind the microphone, and I’m still just as excited about connecting with people every single day. I love sharing stories, sparking conversations, and keeping the audience engaged—always with a touch of humor.

After 15 years of a dynamic career in the Cypriot media, first as a journalist and later as editor-in-chief, Nicolas Zannettos joined the Redwolf. The PR team as head. He specializes in public relations, the design and implementation of business and political communication strategies, as well as reputation and crisis management.

George Varnava is the Licensing Director of Bioland Energy Group, bringing extensive expertise in guiding the company’s renewable energy projects. He oversees all licensing and permitting processes, ensuring that the Groups solar parks and energy initiatives are delivered in full compliance. With a strong political background in project in regulatory affairs, he works closely with to accelerate the development of large-scale renewable projects. His role is central to Bioland Energy Groups continued growth, supporting the Group’s mission to expand access to sustainable, affordable, and innovative energy solutions across Cyprus.

Christos Onoufriou is the CEO of Odyssey Cybersecurity, a fast-growing leading cybersecurity company, established for its innovative approach and deep understanding of the field. Odyssey is known as the first Cyprus company to develop and market a product, ClearSkies TDIR Cloud Platform, that was included in the Gartner Magic Quadrant as one of the best of its kind in the world. Christos with a background in both technology and business strategy, has successfully led the company expansion to a scalable enterprise with offices currently in 6 countries and customers in more than 30. Also, the ClearSkies success and quality has secured, recently, Odyssey a multimillion funding to back its continuous expansion. With 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and 30 in technology, Christos brings a business-first mindset to solving complex challenges. He has navigated the company journey, from bootstrapping and product-market fit to investor engagement and go-to-market execution. A frequent speaker on innovation, growth strategy, and founder resilience, Christos is passionate about helping other entrepreneurs bridge the gap between technical vision and business success. He serves on the boards of a number of society common interest organizations like Invest Cyprus and Employers & Industrialists Federation (OEB).

Christos Timplalexis holds a Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and is currently a PhD candidate in the same department. He is also the co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Optimems, a CERTH spin-off founded in 2022. Optimems develops integrated hardware and software solutions for microgrids and virtual power plants, actively contributing to decarbonization and the transformation of the energy sector. Within just three years, Optimems has expanded its operations to Greece, Sweden, and Austria, while in the Greek market it holds a leading position in energy curtailment equipment sales for renewable energy parks. The company has received significant distinctions, including 1st place at NBG Business Seeds and the MIT StartSmart Accelerator, as well as international recognition with a top-5 finish at the Urban Tech Hackathon and a top-10 spot at the Web Summit Vancouver.

Pavlos Loizou is the CEO of Ask Wire, a real estate analytics platform operating in Cyprus, Greece, and Romania. Ask Wire leverages AI, GIS, and financial modeling to help banks, investors, and asset managers make smarter, data-driven decisions, earning recognition for its innovation and impact. With two decades of experience in real estate, Pavlos has held key leadership roles. As head of real estate at Gordian Holdings, he built the company’s real estate management and monetization platform. At Bank of Cyprus, he was head of asset management, where he established and led the Real Estate Management Unit (REMU), overseeing asset management and disposals. Earlier, as partner at Resolute Asset Management, he advised on real estate restructuring and investment strategies across SEE. Pavlos holds degrees from Cambridge (MPhil) and Reading (BSc). He is a past chairman of RICS Cyprus.

I am Stephani Pericleous, 22 years old, a full-time content creator and radio producer at Phileleftheros, on KissFm. I started on TikTok just for fun back in 2019, without knowing at the time that it would eventually become my full-time job, with annual contracts with companies and even leading to an opportunity in radio. On my social media platforms, I share a variety of content such as makeup transformations, cooking videos, comedy, acting, and fitness.

As Innovation Leader at CYENS Centre of Excellence, Constantinos helps transform research into real-world ventures and supports founders on their growth journey. With a strong background in venture capital and startup advisory, he has been involved in building and scaling startups in Cyprus and internationally. As CEO of TeamVision, he focuses on venture building, investment management and connecting entrepreneurs with the right partners. Constantinos boasts a strong academic background, having studied at Cambridge, UCL, and Harvard, which helped shape his global outlook on innovation and investment. He is passionate about strengthening Cyprus’s startup ecosystem and unlocking opportunities for innovation-driven growth.

Michael Charalambides comes from a banking background with solid academic and strategic foundation in macro-economics and politics. Since the dawn of the Fin-Tech industry Michael has become a part of many leading industry projects and regulatory bodies via contribution through his network of projects. He has successfully launched with his peers the ECOMMPAY brand, was part of the project that launched the first private POS payments terminal in Cyprus and now has taken on a new venture and created the family of ECOMMBX as an EMI regulated under the CBC. Michael’s favourite words that lead his vision are: “positive disruption” and “always work in the light”.

Yiannis Gavrielides is the co-founder of Covve, a platform that empowers professionals to capture connections and turn them into lasting relationships. Covve helps teams transform handshakes into pipeline by syncing every note and follow-up. With over 2 million downloads and global enterprise clients, Covve is scaling rapidly across the US and Europe. Yiannis has also co-founded ventures across media, technology, and hospitality, including Digital Tree, Cyprus’s largest online publisher; Stagedoor, London’s theatre discovery app; Blend, a mobile-first solution for the F&B sector; and Lost+Found, ranked among the World’s Top 50 Bars.  Earlier in his career, Yiannis worked in consulting and banking. Passionate about human connection, as well as food, cocktails, and theatre, he thrives at the intersection of business and community.

Financial executive with over 25 years of international experience across investment and commercial banking, hedge funds, wealth management, private equity, structured finance, and real estate. Extensive track record in North and South America, Europe, and the Middle East, with deep expertise in start-ups, turnarounds, and complex cross-border transactions.

Founder and Managing Partner of Loggerhead Partners, a Dubai-based advisory and consulting firm serving family offices.

Co-founder of Prothena Capital, a CySEC-regulated Alternative Investment Fund Manager.

Previously co-founded Capital Risk in New York and Auvest, a global macro hedge fund.

Career began in energy finance in Houston, followed by roles at J.P. Morgan in New York and McKinsey & Company in Athens. Served as CFO of a major industrial group in Dubai and later as Senior Vice President at Clariden Leu Bank in Zurich.

From 2013 to 2017, served as an independent Non-Executive Director on the Board of Bank of Cyprus Group.

Holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a B.Sc. in Finance from Louisiana State University. Completed executive education at Stanford GSB, Harvard, and other institutions. Active member of YPO.

Sotiris is the Product Strategy Manager at Mastercard in Cyprus, focusing on Core Products, Digital Solutions, and Innovation across the payments ecosystem. He brings over 15 years of academic, research, and professional background and experience, holding a PhD in Digital Twins and Computational Complex Systems Modeling with research roles in the UK, US, and France. His career spans R&D as Systems Modeling Engineer and Consultancy as a Solution Consultant at a French tech start-up, and Consultancy and leadership roles in Technology and Digital Transformation at PwC and KPMG Cyprus.

Charis Ioannou is an experienced operations leader in the energy and e-mobility sector. He currently serves as Operations Assistant Manager at Petrolina (Holdings) Public Limited and Head of Technical Operations for pcharge, the company’s EV charging network. At Petrolina, he oversees terminal operations, budgets, stock, and deliveries, while also contributing to strategic projects such as the development of a fully automated oil terminal in Vasilikos. As part of the third generation at Petrolina, Charis combines tradition with innovation, ensuring continuity while driving the company’s transition into sustainable energy solutions. He holds a Master’s in Oil & Gas Trade Management from Regent’s University and a BSc in Business Management from the University of Surrey. Known for his results-driven mindset, Charis is committed to advancing operational excellence and shaping the future of Cyprus’s evolving energy landscape.

Demetrios is an entrepreneur and investor. He’s a founding Partner at 33East, the Venture Capital Firm for Cyprus. Demetrios has co-founded several startups, including GF-X, onefinestay, and Klevio. He is an angel investor in over 25 startups and a limited partner in several venture funds. He holds an MPA from Harvard Kennedy School and an MA in Economics from Cambridge.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dzoppos/

Website: https://www.33east.vc/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/dzoppos

George Leptos received his B.Sc. degree (with honours) in Civil Engineering from King’s College, University of London and his MBA from the American University, Washington D.C. George Leptos is the Co-Chairman of the Leptos Group and an executive President or member of the boards of several Leptos Group companies.  His duties, amongst other, include the management of the several and diverse activities of the Group including real estate development & construction, management of mega projects, as well as other engagements and duties, such as overall corporate management and executive level management of the Group’s activities in Cyprus and Greece, including Tourism, University and Medical and the investment programme and expansion of the Leptos Group in Cyprus and abroad. He is the Executive President of the Board of Directors of Pandora Investments (Public) Ltd and the Vice President of Leptos Calypso Hotels Public Ltd, both listed in the Cyprus Stock Exchange. Furthermore, he is the President of the board of directors of Neapolis University, Pafos and of Iasis Hospital in Paphos. Currently is a member of the board of directors of Paphos chamber of Commerce & industry, of the Cyprus chamber of Commerce & industry (CCCI), of the Association of Large Investment Projects, member of the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber and a member of the Cyprus Association of Architects and Civil Engineers. In 2008 he was elected and served until 2014 as the President of the Paphos Chamber of Commerce & Industry and as the President of the Paphos Region Tourism Board. Thereafter, up to 2020 he served as a Vice President of CCCI. In 2024 he was appointed as the Honorary Consul for Paphos of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Evelthon is a strategic leader, followed by his role as an entrepreneur, best known for founding FirePro in 1998 and growing it into a global leader in fire suppression technology. From his position as Executive Chairman and CSO, he led the company’s expansion to over 110 countries through a network of regional offices. FirePro was later acquired by Halma plc, a FTSE 100 company, at a substantial multiple that reflected its exceptional potential. Evelthon currently serves as Executive Chairman of FirePro Cyprus and Greece, where he remains actively involved in strategic direction and acquisitions. Alongside this, his lifelong parallel passion has been real estate. Since 1985, he has been deeply engaged in the sector and now leads Eterna Estates as CEO, where he originates deals and specializes in identifying high-potential land for commercial and residential development, drawing on a sharp instinct for real estate value.

Ονομάζομαι Γιώργος Χατζηπαναγή, με καταγωγή από την Αμμόχωστο και γεννήθηκα στο Παραλίμνι στις 2/11/1991.

Σπούδασα Δημοσιογραφία, Επικοινωνία και ΜΜΕ στο Εθνικό Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών απ’ όπου αποφοίτησα το 2015. Μετά την πρακτική μου άσκηση στον Αnt1, εργάστηκα στο Mega Κύπρου από το 2016 μέχρι το 2018, ενώ στη συνέχεια προσλήφθηκα από την διαδικτυακή εφημερίδα REPORTER, της εταιρείας ΙΜΗ, οπου παρέμεινα μέχρι το 2022.

Μετά από δύο χρόνια εργασίας ως Υπεύθυνος Ακαδημιών και Team Manager της γυναικείας ομάδας πετοσφαίρισης της Ανόρθωσης Αμμοχώστου, επέστρεψα στον REPORTER, όπου εργάζομαι μέχρι σήμερα.

Στον ελεύθερο μου χρόνο ασχολούμαι με τον αθλητισμό.

George Chrysochos, Executive Director of Cyfield Group, has been involved in the family business from a young age, gaining experience across all sectors of the business. Before joining full-time, he worked as a consultant for Navigant and McKinsey & Company in the U.S. and Greece, contributing to Cyfield’s strategic decisions. Returning to Cyprus, he aimed to expand the company into a regional civil and EPC contractor and enter the energy market. He holds a Highest Honors B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Georgia Tech and an M.Sc. in Structural Engineering from Stanford. He is a member of ASCE, ETEK, Chi Epsilon, and OEB.

With a decade of experience in the financial services industry, Fotini is ECOMMBX’s Group Chief Operations Officer. In addition to her all-round oversight of operations, she focuses on the development of superior acquiring services in Cyprus. Prior to her current role, Fotini served as the Regional Head of Operations for the SEMEA and EU regions at ECOMMPAY for 7 years, playing a pivotal role in the company’s growth on a global scale. In line with the company’s culture and policy, she is uncompromising in her pursuit and implementation of high standards of transparency and reliability related to every aspect of the company’s business activities. As an Executive Member of ECOMMBX and having fully immersed herself in the field of financial technology (fintech), Fotini is well equipped for her role as the company’s GCOO. With the support of her team she has established a compliant and technologically advanced environment for the provision of top-notch financial services to a niche global clientele, in direct collaboration with global banking partners.

George Kouzis is a mountain bike athlete, coach, and content creator whose passion for cycling began at age six with Bikin’ Cyprus academy. Raised as a scout, George learned the values of adventure, independence, and a deep connection to nature. A 5x Elite National Champion in MTB and road cycling, he has competed in top European and World events, building resilience and skill along the way. George is also a dedicated coach and social media creator, partnering with brands like Kona, Garmin, and Škoda Cyprus. In 2025, he embarks on a bold 130-day solo road trip across 20 European countries, racing in 16 elite MTB events while living self-supported in his car. Through his journey, George aims to inspire the global cycling community to embrace adventure, push limits, and chase their dreams.

Constantina Evripidou is the founder of the modeling school Constantina Evripidou Fashion Workshop (CEFW) in Nicosia, as well as the founder of the fashion brand Ani Limited Collections. Born in Limassol on March 18, 1985, she began her public career as Miss Cyprus in 2004, paving the way for a successful journey in modeling, television, and entrepreneurship. From 2010 to 2012, she co-hosted the daily show “Kalimera” on Sigma TV alongside Panagiotis Dimopoulos. During the 2016–2017 television season, she hosted the shows “Xypnisate?” and “Star Kypros” on MegaOne, followed by “Ola Gia Sena” (2016–2018) on Omega and “Ola Kala” (2018–2020) on Sigma. At the same time, from Monday to Friday, she presents her radio show on Sfera 96.8 FM, covering topics related to lifestyle, music, and fashion. As a media expert and content creator, she collaborates with major companies and brands. In 2015, she took another professional step by founding her own modeling school, which has now become a key reference point in the fashion industry in Cyprus. Constantina Evripidou remains active in the media field while also being a single mother of two wonderful children.

Με σπουδές στη Δημοσιογραφία, δρα αδιάλειπτα στον χώρο των ΜΜΕ από το 1997. Έκανε τα πρώτα της βήματα στην εφημερίδα Μάχη και στα ραδιόφωνα Αμμόχωστος και Αθηνά και ακολούθως στην τηλεόραση του ΣΙΓΜΑ. Για 15 χρόνια υπηρέτησε στο Mega Κύπρου και στον ραδιοφωνικό σταθμό ΛΟΓΟΣ, παρουσιάζοντας και συντάσσοντας τηλεοπτικά και ραδιοφωνικά δελτία ειδήσεων, ενώ βρέθηκε στο τιμόνι και στην αρχισυνταξία τηλεοπτικών και ραδιοφωνικών εκπομπών. Ήταν επίσης επιφορτισμένη με τα καθήκοντα του γραφείου τύπου του καναλιού. Σήμερα εργάζεται στην ΙΜΗ ως δημοσιογράφος και στον ΔΙΕΣΗ Κύπρου ως ραδιοφωνική παραγωγός. Όλα αυτά τα χρόνια έχει παρουσιάσει πολυάριθμα συνέδρια, τελετές και άλλες εκδηλώσεις ως MC, ενώ έχει αναλάβει τον συντονισμό panels, firechats και podcasts, κάτι που συνεχίζει έως σήμερα.

Christoforos Peskias is a renowned Greek-Cypriot chef whose culinary philosophy bridges tradition and innovation. Trained under culinary legends such as Charlie Trotter and Ferran Adrià, he creates cuisine that is both modern and emotional—futuristic in technique, yet nostalgic in spirit. As Executive Chef, restaurateur, and co-owner of Different and Different, a high-end catering company known for bespoke, high-profile events across Greece, he blends global experience with Greek heritage. His creative vision continues to shape contemporary Greek gastronomy across fine dining, hospitality, and television.

Elena has been in the gaming industry for over 20 years, including eight years leading Disney’s video games unit, and is a recognized expert in marketing and strategic management. She has been on the board of MY.GAMES since its foundation as Chief Marketing Officer. Under Elena’s leadership, MY.GAMES achieved major milestones. She built a marketing team that unlocked the potential of over 50 games, leading to a 14-fold increase in marketing ROI and a fourfold business growth. Elena has overseen all business segments and played a key role in developing strategies to promote games across Europe, Asia, and the U.S.

Natasa Pilides is the CEO of Med Energywise Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Petrolina (Holdings) Public Limited, and is a non-executive member of the Board of Directors of AstroBank in Cyprus. She also serves on the Board of Directors of Karaiskakio Foundation and the Board of Trustees of the Cyprus Institute. She served as Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Cyprus between July 2020 and March 2023. During her term, she implemented a multifaceted strategy for green energy transition and support and promotion of entrepreneurship, industry and exports, securing €590m in funding for the period 2021-2027 and issuing funding programmes of more than €265m in the years 2021 and 2022 for business competitiveness, technological and energy upgrades. Previously, she served as the first Deputy Minister of Shipping of the Republic of Cyprus, a role which she took up with the inception of the Shipping Deputy Ministry on 1 March 2018. Natasa has also served as the Director General of Invest Cyprus, the arm of the government responsible for investment promotion, investor support and facilitation of reform.  Natasa’s work experience includes more than fifteen years in the private sector. She served as a Director and Regional Chief Operating Officer at Baker Tilly in South East Europe, while for 9 years she worked at PwC, in Cyprus, Milan and London the areas of audit and tax consulting. Natasa graduated from Oxford University with a first-class honours degree with distinction in Modern Languages and Literature (French and Italian). She is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW) and a member of the Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC).

Pan Dragomir is a content creator, radio host at KissFM, and co-host of the satirical show “The Louis Night Show.” She began her creative journey in 2020, aiming to combine humor with authentic content that inspires, entertains, and engages both audiences and brands. With a particular passion for satire, social observation, and social media, she often speaks about the value of authenticity and creative consistency in the digital environment.

Nestoras Vasiliou is a Senior Communication Consultant at the communication company The Medium Cyprus. Simultaneously, he collaborates with Alpha Cyprus and the Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (OEB) as the host of the podcast series Open Executive Boardroom. In parallel, he is often chosen to host and moderate significant events and awards within the Cypriot business community. He has over 15 years of experience in Cypriot print and electronic media, having participated in dozens of missions abroad to cover major news events. The majority of his journalistic career was at Sigma TV, where he was responsible for economic and business reporting. He was also one of the presenters for the Central News Bulletin and the special TV show “Economy Today.” Additionally, he served as the Editor-in-Chief for both the print and online versions of “Economy Today” and collaborated with the newspaper “I Simerini.” Beyond economic and business reporting, his experience also includes parliamentary, police, and general news reporting.

Panayiotis Othonos is an experienced media and communications professional with over two decades of expertise in journalism, Public Relations, and broadcasting management. Since April 2024, he has been serving as Radio Sector Manager at ALPHA Media Group in Cyprus, overseeing the entire radio division as General Manager.  Prior to this, he led ALPHA Television’s Communication & PR Department, where he built the brand identity from the ground up. Earlier in his career, he worked at Action Global Communications as a PR Account Manager, where he coordinated campaigns for international brands such as Microsoft, Dulux, Skoda Auto, Eastpak and other local brands. Beginning as a journalist at DIAS Media, Panayiotis combines editorial, strategic, and leadership expertise with a deep understanding of local media landscape.

George Zervides is a marketer who believes brands should inspire through vision, mission, and meaningful purpose. With decades of experience in advertising, he has guided strategies for leading local brands and global megabrands alike. Passionate about psychology, consumer behavior and education, he is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Nicosia since 1995, sharing insights with the motto that knowledge only becomes power when it is shared. Today, George advises organizations on marketing strategy and customer experience, while also delivering executive trainings as a Certified Trainer accredited by the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus. His expertise spans Strategy, Organizational Culture, and Soft Skills development. His mission is not only to craft impactful strategies but also to help shape people, teams, and cultures.

Andreas Vassilopoulos is the Founder and Managing Director of Sliq, where he is leading the launch of innovative payment solutions, including Sliq Business and a forthcoming consumer wallet, aiming to transform digital payments for businesses and individuals across Cyprus and Europe. He is also Business Development Director at G.A.P. Vassilopoulos Group, where he has driven digital transformation, launched new digital channels, and played a pivotal role in the development of payment services such as Vpayments (2018). In 2020, he co-founded Fetch, a retail platform in Cyprus that supports local businesses and promotes innovation. Andreas holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Innovation and Entrepreneurship from the University of Richmond (USA) and an MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the University of Westminster (UK). He began his career at DB Schenker in Miami before returning to Cyprus to advance digital and fintech innovation.

Απόφοιτος του τμήματος δημοσιογραφίας του Πανεπιστημίου Frederick, εργάστηκε αρχικά στην εφημερίδα «Αλήθεια» και εν συνεχεία στο ράδιο Πρώτο ως μέλος της συντακτικής του ομάδας. Ακολούθως εργοτοδοτήθηκε στην εφημερίδα «Σημερινή», όπου ασχολήθηκε αρχικά με το οικονομικό και στη συνέχεια, επί σειρά πολλών ετών, με το πολιτικό/κομματικό ρεπορτάζ. Το 2007 ανέλαβε καθήκοντα αρχισυντάκτη της «Σημερινής της Κυριακής», ενώ το 2011 ανέλαβε ως αρχισυντάκτης και της ημερήσιας έκδοσης της εφημερίδας. Αποχωρώντας τον Ιούλιο του 2014 από την «Σημερινή», υπήρξε συνιδιοκτήτης και αρχισυντάκτης της διαδικτυακής πύλης ygeia-news, ένα εξιδεικευμένο πόρταλ για θέματα που άπτονται του τομέα της υγείας. Ακολούθως εντάχθηκε στο δυναμικό του ραδιοφωνικού σταθμού Super Sport Fm, ως αρχισυντάκτης/παρουσιαστής της πρωινής ενημερωτικής/ ειδησεογραφικής εκπομπής, ενώ αργότερα επανήλθε, ως αρχισυντάκτης, στην εφημερίδα «Αλήθεια». Τον Ιανουάριο του 2016 εργοδοτήθηκε στην ΙΜΗ και συγκεκριμένα στην εβδομαδιαία εφημερίδα Reporter, την οποία υπηρέτησε, τόσο από τη θέση του πολιτικού συντάκτη όσο και από την θέση του υπεύθυνου ύλης/έκδοσης. Εν συνεχεία, με καθήκοντα πολιτικού/κομματικού ρεπόρτερ, απασχολήθηκε στο ειδησεογραφικό πόρταλ Reporter, το οποίο υπηρέτησε ακολούθως και από την θέση του αρχισυντάκτη. Από τον Απρίλιο του 2021 εργάζεται στο ειδησεογραφικό επιχειρηματικό πόρταλ InBusinessNews, το οποίο υπηρετεί από την θέση του αρχισυντάκτη.

Nicos Mesolongitis is the visionary founder behind OJO Sun&glasses. He studied Management Information Systems (MIS) at Cyprus College on a sports scholarship, specializing in Management and Marketing. His professional journey began in 1992 as a sales executive in the IT sector, and over the years, he rose to become the General Manager of the largest IT and Telecom company in Cyprus. Leveraging his extensive experience and knowledge of both the Cypriot and international markets, in 2011 he conceptualized and launched the OJO brand—bringing a fresh, innovative philosophy to the sunglasses and optical industry. Under his leadership, OJO has grown into a dynamic international brand with 30 stores across 6 countries: Cyprus, Greece, Lebanon, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and Malta—operating through both company-owned and franchise models.

OJO and its founder have received multiple accolades. Through innovation, strategic growth, and a clear customer-first vision, Nicos continues to lead OJO towards international success.

Michael Antoniades is the Chairman of KPMG in Cyprus. He started his career in 1990 as a trainee Chartered Accountant with KPMG Chartered Accountants, United Kingdom. In 1993, he was transferred to KPMG Nicosia, and he became a Board Member in 1998. He has extensive experience in both internal and external auditing, local taxation, and other attestation exercises in a wide range of industries, with specialisation in Oil and Gas (including Shipping), Financial Services (Banking and Insurance), Information Technology and retail, as well as the public sector. He held the Leading Auditor role in listing engagements of a number of Cyprus public companies in Cyprus and in a number of recognised stock exchanges around the world. His experience further extends into a number of advisory areas including, but not limited to, the establishment and implementation of Integrated Management Information Systems, evaluation of divisional and divisional manager performance, company valuations and fair value estimations, Insurance Law (Solvency I and II) implementation, mergers, acquisitions, and IFRS implementation. During his career at KPMG in Cyprus, he has created the Management Assurance Services department, and he held the positions of Human Resource Manager, Quality Performance Liaison Partner, IFRS Liaison Partner, Head of Risk, Assistant Head of Audit, and Assistant Partner in Charge of the Nicosia Office, for a number of years.

Petros Vassilopoulos is a leading figure in the logistics sector in Cyprus. Holding a PhD in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, he played a pivotal role in introducing and establishing the Outsourced Third-Party Logistics (3PL) model in the country from 2000 onwards. Over the past three decades, he has gained extensive experience in logistics services and is a Fellow of several prestigious institutions, including the Chartered Institute of Logistics and the Institute of Freight Forwarders. He is also a fellow and holds the title of Chartered Shipbroker.
In addition, he holds two specialized postgraduate diplomas from UK universities: one in Port Shipping Administration and another in Management Studies in Shipping and Logistics. Currently, he serves as a Visiting Professor at the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT), where he has taught Logistics and Supply Chain Management for over 20 years and has been a speaker at numerous industry conferences. His contributions to the field of Logistics have earned him significant recognition, including the Business Leader Award by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) in 2019 and the IMH Logistics Award in 2025. Today, he remains a key shareholder and Executive Director at G.A.P. Vassilopoulos Group, focusing on the Group’s logistics operations.

Pavel Shynkarenko, Founder and CEO of Mellow, has over 20 years of experience in financial and legal technologies. In 2011, he co-founded Seneschal International Consulting Limited, specializing in tax counseling, achieving a $1M turnover. In 2014, Pavel launched Solar Staff, a fintech company, which generated over $10M in revenue in 2022 and 2023. In 2024, Solar Staff pivoted to Mellow, an HR platform that now serves over 1,500 companies and 400,000 contractors across 100+ countries. A future of work enthusiast, Pavel has spoken at conferences like Future of Work, TechIsland Summit, and TEDx.

Mnasonas Philimonos is the founder and CEO of Filimon Gefsis Ltd, an award-winning charcuterie company specializing in the production of traditional and premium high-quality products. With a vision to revive and evolve Cypriot gastronomy, he created a business that stands out for its innovation and consistency in the market. Under his leadership, Filimon Gefsis is experiencing dynamic growth, establishing partnerships with supermarkets, delicatessens, and restaurants across Cyprus, while also expanding into new franchise models. He remains committed to quality, flavor, and entrepreneurial excellence.

Michael Tyrimos is the Founder and Managing Director of Capacitor Partners, a highly specialized consulting firm in the field of technology and business transformation, with presence at both local and international level. He has extensive experience in technology & operations consulting and product management, having worked on projects across Europe and Silicon Valley, California. He also serves as a board member of the National Board for Research and Innovation and CITEA (Cyprus Information Technology Enterprises Association). He has been awarded the O-1 Visa by the United States government for his exceptional abilities in entrepreneurship and has received the InBusiness Award 2024 as well as the Disruptor 40 Under 40, an acknowledgment from the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KEBE) and JCI for his contribution to research and technology. He is a graduate of King’s College London, Oxford University, and Cambridge University.

Christina Kokkalou is the founder and Managing Director of IMR/University of Nicosia™, a leading market research and strategic consultancy firm based in Cyprus, with recognized expertise in corporate branding, economic foresight, and investment intelligence. With over 25 years of industry expertise, Christina has partnered with top-tier organizations, including major banking and investment institutions, to deliver high-impact insights that guide investment strategies, inform policymaking, and strengthen competitive positioning in rapidly evolving economic landscapes, establishing IMR as a key player in connecting the private sector with emerging opportunities in new economies. Under her leadership, IMR/University of Nicosia™, has been at the forefront of digital transformation, establishing a Market Business Intelligence unit that streamlines data processing and enhances the delivery of customised, sector-specific intelligence, enabling clients to anticipate shifts, benchmark performance, and respond proactively to emerging challenges.

Moyses is the Incubator Manager of Gravity Ventures owned by CyRIC EU|BIC. Gravity Ventures supports aspiring entrepreneurs in deep-tech sectors from idea level to investment readiness and beyond. He holds experience both in European and international level of startup support and mentoring in various verticals from idea level all the way to investment readiness and internationalisation journey, including acceleration , incubation and post-incubation . He’s a holder of a MSc degree in Engineering with Innovation and Entrepreneurship Degree and a PhD candidate researching High Performance in Sports as a vehicle to support high growth startups and entrepreneurs

Panayiotis Savva is the visionary founder of Sunmoon Hospitality, a consultancy based in Larnaca, Cyprus. With over two decades of experience in the hospitality and entertainment industry and a background in professional music services and bar ownership, he has built a stellar reputation for his deep understanding of global trends in hospitality, bars, craft beer and spirits, as well as the fusion of local and international flavors in cocktail creation. His passion for discovering unique ingredients and developing innovative mixing techniques has been the driving force behind his success in the hospitality sector. He is the originator of the Gourd Ageing method an aging technique for cocktails and spirits rooted in Cypriot history. A well-trained and passionate professional in the world of craft spirits and beer, he also brings strong business acumen in bar and hospitality operations. Panayiotis travels the world presenting seminars, developing unique concepts, and training professionals across the industry and beyond. His commitment to quality and authenticity ensures that every service offered by Sunmoon Hospitality delivers not just excellent service but a carefully curated experience that reflects his expertise and dedication to gastronomic and quality excellence.

Chris Christofi is the CEO and Founder of Reventon – a leading Melbourne-based property investment and wealth management firm established in 2005 from his parents’ study while $348,000 in debt. With a career in real estate and wealth creation since 2000, Chris has helped over 10,000 clients, sold more than 3,500 homes, and achieved over $3.55 billion in property and finance sales, with $1.01 billion in business under management. The best-selling author of Your Path to Wealth: Brick by Brick, been featured in 150+ publications, received 50+ awards, and is the Vinnies CEO Sleepout’s All-Time Highest National Fundraiser, raising over $1.2 million to support Australians facing homelessness. Through his Brick-by-Brick initiative, he built and sold a house, donating the proceeds to charity.  Chris devotes his time to his faith, continually upskilling to become a better version of himself, helping others build wealth, giving back, and being a proud father of four.

Tilo is the Founder and CEO of Europe’s leading communications agency for the world’s most innovative companies. His agency represents global giants such as Google, Stripe, GitHub, Shopify, OpenAI, and renowned investors like Sequoia Capital. With a deep focus on Public Relations, Digital Strategy, Content Marketing, and Influencer Relations, Tilo and his team have become trusted partners for tech leaders and game-changers worldwide. Beyond his work at the agency, Tilo is an active and value-adding investor. Through his Family Office, he has invested in over 50 VC funds globally, making him a key player in the international venture capital ecosystem.

Michalis Antoniades is a Director at Voici La Mode (VLM) Group of Companies; a leading retail, hospitality & real estate group with 60+ years of presence in the Cyprus and Romanian markets, representing brands such as Marks & Spencer, Sfera, Celio, Café La Mode, Mamas & Papas, Accessorize, Monsoon Children, Etam and Undiz. He has an in depth understanding of omnichannel fashion and food retailing, having previously worked in the UK at Amazon (stock management and buying roles) and at M&S (Retail management roles). He also completed consulting projects for Selfridges and Paypal, whilst completing his MBA at London Business School (2014). He read his undergraduate degree at the London School of Economics (2009).

Katerina Efstratiou is a textile designer, artist and educator based in Nicosia, Cyprus. She runs the Katerina Efstratiou Weaving Studio, where she creates handwoven pieces like wall hangings, fashion accessories and homeware using high-quality yarns and traditional techniques. She holds an MA in Textile Design from the University of Brighton. Her work is all about bringing Cypriot weaving back to life especially Fytiotiko Embroidery, by giving it a fresh, modern twist. Alongside her artistic practice, she teaches weaving to people of all ages and collaborates with fashion designers, artists and the hospitality industry to create unique, meaningful textiles rooted in heritage.