Industries change. Leadership principles travel with you. From aviation and healthcare to tourism and now the wider business community, Philokypros Roussounides shares what more than two decades of navigating different industries have taught him about adapting, leading through change and recognising opportunity.

Philokypros Roussounides is a senior executive and strategic leader with more than 20 years of experience across the aviation, healthcare and tourism sectors, with a proven track record of leading complex organisations and promoting economic growth.

He currently serves as Secretary General of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), where he oversees the Chamber’s strategic agenda and represents the Cypriot business community at national and international economic forums.

He holds an MBA in International Business from London South Bank University in the United Kingdom and has held several senior leadership positions, including Chief Operating Officer at DHI Global Medical Group, Senior Vice President at COBALT AIR, and General Manager at Dubai ETA Group and Cyprus Airways.

From 2020 to 2025, he served as Director General of the Cyprus Hotel Association (CHA), where he played a key role in shaping tourism strategy, fostering cooperation with government authorities and advancing policy reforms for the sector. His efforts contributed significantly to the resilience and modernisation of Cyprus’ tourism and hospitality ecosystem during a period of profound global change.

He possesses extensive expertise in tourism policy, regional development, European affairs and public-private cooperation. He also actively contributes to economic dialogue as a speaker, moderator and columnist.

Mr Roussounides is a member of the Advisory Board of the Italian-Cypriot Chamber of Commerce, supporting cross-border investment initiatives in the hospitality and tourism sectors. He is also a member of the Parallel Parliament for Entrepreneurship, an advisory initiative of the House of Representatives aimed at strengthening innovation and entrepreneurship.

Throughout his leadership career, Mr Roussounides has consistently championed sustainable development, strategic partnerships and a forward-looking vision for Cyprus’ position in the global economy.