AI Business Transformation Expert
As an AI Technologist with a knack for innovation, I lead by merging groundbreaking tech with creative disruption, always staying ahead of the curve. My leadership is fueled by empathy and efficiency, guiding teams big and small towards achieving our shared dreams with minimal resources but maximum impact. I’m passionate about democratizing AI, making its benefits accessible across all teams, not just the experts. My mission is to inspire and drive change, showing that with the right blend of technology and vision, we can all leap towards a brighter future together.
AI for Corporate Innovation & Startups
I help corporate universities, innovation units, and startups turn AI initiatives into measurable business impact, not pilots that look impressive and quietly fail after launch.
I work where enterprise learning, open innovation, and applied AI intersect. In this space, the main challenge is rarely technology. It’s alignment between corporate strategy, startup solutions, and outcomes that executives can actually measure.
Managing Director at Adonis Business Academy
Adonis Anastasiou as a self-made entrepreneur who started in 1999 from zero, actually with a negative bank balance and no other support, he manages to climb to the top of the seminar sector. After some years of hard work and determination he created Adonis Business Academy which is now one of the leading business academies in Cyprus.
CEO & Head of Quant at Needlestack Technologies Ltd
Sebastian Niehaus is a FinTech founder and technology executive specializing in the intersection of Machine Learning and Finance. Originally from Northern Germany, he has a background in Business and Informatics with a strong focus on statistics and artificial intelligence.
He is the CEO and Head of Quant at Needlestack Technologies Ltd., where he leads the development of AI-powered software for price prediction across multiple asset classes, including equities, commodities, foreign exchange (FX), and bonds. Sebastian has been living in Cyprus for over three years.
Prior to founding his FinTech venture, he served as Head of Data Science at a MedTech company and conducted research at the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences. He holds several patents and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in Artificial Intelligence.
Alongside my business career, I remain actively involved in media and communications, working as a presenter and producer across radio, podcasts, live events, and digital platforms. My work sits at the intersection of storytelling, marketing, PR, and social media strategy, helping brands and individuals translate vision into engaging narratives, community-driven content, and meaningful audience connection.
My background spans television, radio, magazines, and digital media, allowing me to combine strategic thinking with creative execution to amplify brand presence, public image, and engagement across multiple channels.
Business Strategy and Marketing Specialist Founder & CEO of MIS | Market Inn Solutions
Theodora Petrou is a business strategy and innovation professional with a strong background in marketing, operations, and AI-driven solutions. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and a master’s in Business Strategy and Innovation Management.
With extensive experience in brand building, campaign development, and consumer behaviour, she integrates artificial intelligence into marketing to enhance data analysis, personalization, and performance. Her progression into a Head of Operations role further strengthened her strategic approach to business growth and scalability.
Today, Theodora runs her own company, supporting businesses in developing clear, sustainable strategies that combine innovation, marketing, and AI, with a strong focus on customer retention and measurable results. She is particularly interested in how innovation, branding, and AI can drive growth in fast-changing markets, and remains actively involved in the entrepreneurial community through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
LL.B | CyBar | ICA-AML
Petros Mavrakis is a Lawyer and Compliance Officer based in Paphos, Cyprus and a member of the Cyprus Bar Association (CBA). He is the founder of Petros Mavrakis Law Office, where he advises individuals, entrepreneurs, corporations, and international investors on corporate and commercial law, real estate and investment, immigration, as well as constitutional and administrative matters.
Certified in Anti-Money Laundering by the International Compliance Association (ICA), he supports businesses in implementing compliance frameworks aligned with European and international regulatory standards.
His work also focuses on the intersection of law, compliance, and artificial intelligence, advising organizations on the legal, ethical, and regulatory implications of AI technologies and their responsible implementation in modern business environments.
Co-Founder Kakushin and Founders12
Aletia Trakakis is a polymath, serial entrepreneur, AI strategist, HealthTech innovator, author, and lecturer with over 25 years of experience working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, human-centered design, and real-world impact.
She holds multiple academic diplomas and degrees, including a PhD, and has built her career on an unusual combination: rigorous research, hands-on venture building, and an enduring curiosity about how humans think, learn, and evolve alongside technology.
She is the co-founder of Kakushin, an innovation studio and venture builder that develops AI-powered platforms, digital ecosystems, and scalable products for startups, corporates, and public-sector partners across Europe, MENA, and Africa. Through Kakushin and her broader portfolio, Aletia has co-founded and scaled ventures across AI, HealthTech, EdTech, sustainability, and digital platforms, including initiatives such as Founders12, MT4Life, and AINTE.
In HealthTech, she leads projects such as KineXAI, an AI-powered musculoskeletal analysis platform, and DementiaBuddy™, an intelligent companion system supporting people living with dementia and their caregivers — two examples of her belief that technology should first and foremost serve dignity, mobility, and independence.
She is the creator of two patented algorithms and has designed proprietary systems in behavioral analytics, digital health monitoring, learning personalization, and predictive insights — always with the same question in mind: Will this genuinely make someone’s life better?
Aletia is the author of four books on entrepreneurship, resilience, creativity, and human potential, and regularly lectures on innovation and AI strategy. She is known for translating complex systems into stories people can understand — and act upon.
Beyond product development, she is a respected venture builder, accelerator founder, and mentor, leading programs such as Founders12 and collaborating with universities, research centers, and international consortia on deep-tech and EU-funded initiatives.
Often described as someone who “thinks in systems and speaks in stories,” Aletia advocates for ethical, inclusive, and purpose-driven AI. Her work focuses not only on what technology can do — but on what it should do for people, communities, and future generations.
HR Consultant // People and Culture Strategist // HR Lecturer
People & Culture Strategist with over 13 years of experience across FinTech, Financial Services, and Tech. Partners with leadership teams to align business transformation with culture, leadership capability, and employee experience.
Focuses on helping organisations move beyond implementation to real performance by building trust, clarity, and leadership alignment. Also a lecturer in HR and Talent Management.
CEO Founder & Managing Director
Christina Ioannou is Founder and CEO of Arete Strategy AI and a Policy Advisor recognized by the European Commission. She operates across the EU and MENA, turning AI, fintech, and ESG regulation into execution for high-stakes institutions, while actively shaping public policy and leadership agendas.
Founder of Da Silva Training Academy
Sandra Da Silva is an international Coach, Mentor, Trainer, and TEDx Speaker who works with leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs to redefine success. Her work sits at the intersection of business strategy, human behaviour, and inner alignment, enabling individuals and organisations to elevate performance by deepening awareness.
With over 25 years of corporate experience, Sandra brings a grounded, real-world perspective to leadership and development. She is known for translating complex concepts, into practical, results-driven tools, such as emotional intelligence, mindset, and behavioural patterns, into practical, results-driven results that create impact.
Whether on stage or in executive training environments, Sandra is recognised for her calm authority, engaging delivery, and ability to facilitate meaningful, lasting transformation.
Sandra is an Accredited and Certified NLP Trainer, Timeline Therapy™ Practitioner, Emotional Intelligence Specialist, and corporate well-being coach.
She is the Founder of Da Silva Training Academy and The Inner Architect, and Co-Founder of IPG (Integrated Professional Growth), a human-centred corporate training initiative.
Through her academy and international coaching practice, Sandra partners with individuals and organisations to strengthen leadership capability, build emotional resilience, and create aligned, sustainable growth. Her approach demonstrates that when clarity, mindset, and energy are aligned, performance and success follow naturally.
Founder @Athanasiou & Associates LLC @Maso Strategic
Maria Athanasiou is a Cyprus-based Lawyer and Founder of Athanasiou & Associates LLC, as well as CEO of MASO Strategic, an international consultancy and lobbying firm. She specializes in Maritime Law and the Law of the Sea, with extensive experience in corporate, commercial, and shipping matters.
She is also a Lecturer in Law and an active researcher, currently pursuing a PhD in the Law of the Sea. Her work includes contributions to international publications and research on maritime affairs and energy security.
Combining legal expertise with strategic advisory, she provides comprehensive, cross-border solutions to businesses and organizations operating in complex international environments.
Director of Business Development at Gluu Inc
Petros Nearchou is Director of Business Development at a US-based enterprise cybersecurity and identity access management / governance firm, operating across EMEA and US markets. He is a published analyst on AI authority governance for Cyprus firms, with recent work appearing in Cyprus Mail and KNEWS examining how organizations control what AI systems can access inside their operations. He also founded Tessera Cyber, a vCISO practice helping Cyprus SMEs meet NIS2, DORA, and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
Founder & CEO of Stive.ai
Vlad Pivnev is the Founder & CEO of Stive.ai — the #1 marketing agency for the LLM era, helping brands become the top recommendation on ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity. With 650+ marketing projects delivered and 7 years in digital marketing, Vlad is a recognized speaker and published author on AI-driven growth strategies.
Co-founder Unplain Media
Tony Jacobs is the Co-Founder of Unplain Media and a CEO-track product leader with deep experience in AI, product growth, and customer success transformation. He has pitched multiple B2C products, helped secure seven funding rounds, and scaled a product from MVP to more than $4.7 million in revenue with full P&L responsibility. He has also led large-scale AI and automation initiatives that transformed customer operations, improved speed and quality, and turned Customer Success into a measurable growth lever. Across the USA, Europe, the UK, and Australia, Tony has worked at the intersection of innovation, commercial performance, and operational change. He is also a public speaker who enjoys exploring how technology reshapes the way companies work. At this event, Tony will speak on “Will AI Replace Humans? What Really Happens Inside Companies.”
CEO, PRWorld.gr Social Media Manager, Cryptonews.com
Generated over 60 million views and 200.000 followers on YouTube and TikTok, across Gaming, Fintech and Podcast channels.
– Social Media Manager & Regional Manager in CryptoNews.com, managing 7 countries.
– CEO of PR World Ltd, which owns Social Media agency PRWorld.gr, gaming website Gameworld.gr (the largest Greek gaming news website) and game development team Loresoft. PR World Ltd has generated over 40M YouTube views and 140.000 subscribers, 20M TikTok views and 75.000 followers across 3 channels.
– Received BCA College Award for his work in Cryptonews.com.
– Former Media Relations Manager in Aventurine (Darkfall), creator of the MMORPG Darkfall Online, the most successful Greek video game with 150.000 copies sold.
– PR and Media Relations in Vintage Toys, 2nd Largest Retro games exhibition in Europe.
– Former Social Media Manager in Nordeus, SkillGaming.com, Artnroll and Zoo.gr.
