Made In Cyprus | Big biz stories from a tiny island

In this episode of Made in Cyprus, we dive into the fast-evolving world of branding and marketing with Nadezhda Ivanova, Chief Communication Officer at Unlimit and co-leader of Tech Island. Nadia shares the story behind Unlimit’s bold rebranding journey, transitioning from CardPay to a global fintech powerhouse with a neon green identity and a mission to stay "ready for tomorrow." We explore the c...

In this episode of Made in Cyprus , Andreas Spyrou, a third-generation leader at ASG Group and a key figure behind the Limassol and Larnaca Marathons, shares his journey navigating the complexities of a family business while driving innovation in Cyprus' evolving landscape. We explore how Andreas and his team transformed challenges into opportunities during the pandemic, diversifying their busines...

In this episode of Made in Cyprus , we explore the powerful concept behind F ckup Nights Limassol with Maria and Alla, the dynamic duo bringing this global movement to Cyprus. F ckup Nights offers a safe space for business leaders to openly share their failures, creating an environment that encourages vulnerability, trust, and growth. Maria and Alla share their personal journeys with failure and w...

In this episode of Made in Cyprus , we sit down with Efi Philippou, a fractional CFO and financial strategist, to uncover the power of aligning purpose with financial strategy. Efi shares her journey from auditing, to helping businesses avoid financial pitfalls, emphasising the importance of sustainable growth and operational alignment. Learn how fractional CFOs can help businesses navigate challe...

In this episode of Made in Cyprus, we’re joined by Violeta Skittidi, co-founder of Formulaw, a pioneering startup that’s streamlining legal processes for SMEs through innovative AI-powered contract management. Violeta shares how Formulaw evolved from a university project in London into a full-fledged legal tech startup with a mission to make legal services more accessible and affordable for small...

In this episode of "Made in Cyprus," we sit down with Yiannis Eftychiou, co-founder of 33East, Cyprus' first VC fund backed by the European Union. We explore the challenges and opportunities that come with building a venture capital ecosystem on the island, how 33East is bringing nearly €40 million into the local tech scene, and what it takes to foster homegrown innovation. Yiannis shares his insi...

In this episode of the "Made in Cyprus" podcast, we dive deep into the complexities of moving money in today’s hyper-connected world with Viktoria Soltesz, CEO of PSP Angels Group and founder of the Soltesz Institute. Despite living in a digital-first world, transferring money across borders is far from straightforward. Viktoria unravels the misconceptions surrounding the financial landscape, expl...

In this episode, Martin Zarian sits down with Stylianos Lambrou, co-founder of The Heart Group, The Doers Company, and Reflect Festival. Stylianos shares his inspiring journey of returning to Cyprus during a time of crisis and his unwavering belief in the island’s potential. They discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, the power of community, and his vision for positioning Cyprus as a global t...

In this episode of Made in Cyprus, Martin is joined by Diana Verkhoturova, founder of Anymaster, a platform transforming the service industry in Cyprus by creating trust and efficiency between service providers and clients. Together, they explore the challenges of navigating the traditional service market on the island, where unreliable tradesmen and extended delivery times are common frustrations...

In this episode of "Made in Cyprus," we explore the fast-moving world of flexible living with Demetris Papadopoulos, the CEO and co-founder of Moving Doors. From traditional renting to the dynamic landscape of flexible accommodation, Demetris sheds light on how Moving Doors is revolutionising the real estate market in Cyprus and beyond. Demetris shares his journey from humble beginnings...

In this episode of "Made in Cyprus," we dive into the dynamic world of events and iGaming with Eman Pulis, the mastermind behind Sigma. Who would have ever thought that one of the most influential iGaming summits would emerge from the Mediterranean? Malta first and now more recently Cyprus. This is the story of how Eman Pulis, starting from organising university parties, built a global p...

Who would have ever thought that Cyprus would be home to a successful biotech and deep tech company? This is the story of Constantinos Loizou, the visionary founder of Embio Diagnostics. In this episode of "Made in Cyprus," we delve into the fascinating, complex and inspiring world of biotech and deep tech with Constantinos, who shares his journey of pioneering advanced diagnostics techn...

In this episode of "Made in Cyprus," we explore the digital construction ecosystem with Sotiris Pittas and Joanna Krashia, co-founders of BolsterUp. They share how their platform addresses the fragmentation of the construction industry by connecting all stakeholders, from architects to suppliers, creating an inclusive network for successful project collaborations. Sotiris and Joanna disc...

In this episode of "Made in Cyprus," we delve into the innovative world of Social Tech Lab with founders Stephen Stavrou and Burak Berk Doulay. They share their journey of using entrepreneurship and technology to bridge the divide in Cyprus and promote peace through business. Stephen and Burak discuss their mission to create resilient entrepreneurial ecosystems that thrive in complex con...

In this episode of "Made in Cyprus," we dive into the world of investment-based crowdfunding with Frixos Larkos, founder of Crowdbase, the first regulated investment crowdfunding platform in Cyprus. Crowdbase is pioneering a new way to fund innovative startups on the island. Frixos shares his vision of creating a pan-European platform that connects investors with promising Cypriot startu...

In this episode of "Made in Cyprus," we delve into the almost impossible brand and business story of Hasan Siber, founder of Colive, a pioneering olive oil brand that transcends the island’s historical divide between North and South. Hasan, a Cypriot entrepreneur born in Istanbul, was inspired by the unique quality of family-produced olive oil and driven by a vision to foster peace and c...

In this episode of "Made in Cyprus: Big Biz Stories from a Small Island," we delve into the innovative world of Cypriot real estate with Pavlos Loizou, the founder of Ask Wire. Coming from a traditional background in real estate, Pavlos has transitioned into tech entrepreneurship to reshape the industry with data-driven solutions. Quite a challenge for one of the most conservative indust...

In this captivating episode of "Made in Cyprus: Big Biz Stories from a Small Island," we delve into the innovative world of plant-based cuisine with George Vou, the founder of Mighty Kitchen, a plant-based meat company from Cyprus. Join us as George shares his trailblazing journey from traditional Mediterranean meals to pioneering a plant-based meat company that's challenging culina...