Board of Directors
The team that has been elected to serve our Association.
Socrates Parparinos
President
Founder & Managing Partner| PLATI PARPARINOS & ASSOCIATES LLC
Socrates is the founder and Managing Partner of PLATI PARPARINOS & ASSOCIATES LLC. He studied Law in the United Kingdom where he obtained an LLB and an LLM in International Commercial Law. He has been a practicing law since 2007 and he is a member of the Cyprus Bar Association, the Nicosia Bar Association, a certified ICA member and a TEP Member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. His areas of practise are International Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Migration Law, Aviation Law and Regulatory Compliance.
He is currently the legal advisor of several licensed financial institutions and Registered Alternative Investment Funds, regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission, and Electronic Money Institutions, regulated by the Central Bank of Cyprus. He is also a licensed Nominated Advisor (NOMAD) of public companies listed on the Cyprus Stock Exchange.
He has considerable experience representing both private and government clients in both local and international cases. Socrates has worked with big local companies, such as local air carriers, water companies, logistic companies, media and promoting agencies as well as with an international corporation in the beverages market. He has assisted clients with detailed due diligence reports of Cyprus entities, lead his legal team in a number of mergers and acquisitions, worked with German banks, advising them on complex corporate structures involving Cyprus companies with multimillion transactions. In recent years, due to the changing times, he has had considerable exposure to local and international banks overseeing finance loans and pledge arrangements, and group restructurings. As a TEP Member he has structured complex trust mechanisms for international clients that are interested in asset protection.
Socrates is also Head of the Cyprus Office of ALIANT LAW, an international group of law firms, with offices in more than 25 countries around the globe.

Gediminas Burba
Vice - President
Director| NOEWE
Experienced international professional with a demonstrated history in the provision of fiduciary and outsourced accounting services . Has deep knowledge of IFRS, Taxation, Auditing and Financial Analysis. Management and administration of corporate entities, including Funds. Assists clients with financing projects, acquisition of assets and investment vehicles. Strong business development professional graduated from Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission, and Electronic Money Institutions, regulated by the Central Bank of Cyprus. He is also a licensed Nominated Advisor (NOMAD) of public companies listed on the Cyprus Stock Exchange.

Chrystalla Petrou
Treasurer
Founder & Managing Director| CoreTax Financial Services Ltd
Chrystalla is the Managing Director and Founder at CoreTax Financial Services Ltd, an accounting and audit firm based in Cyprus. She holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from the University of Patras. She is a Chartered Certified Accountant (ACA) registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW). Chrystalla also holds a practicing license and is registered as a Certified Chartered Accountant and Auditor with the Institute of Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC). She is an active member of these associations.
Expertise: Having worked with leading and prestigious professional firms in Cyprus for many years, Chrystalla has gained considerable experience in the fields of international tax planning, tax compliance, and audit & assurance. Her exposure to a varied and numerous forms of clientele in both the audit & assurance and tax has been instrumental in providing top-notch services.
Services: CoreTax Financial Services Ltd, founded by Chrystalla, offers comprehensive financial services from inception to everyday business operations. The firm has expanded beyond traditional financial services to include innovative offerings such as Crypto-Asset advisory and related services to Accounting & Audit.

George Iakovou
Member of the Board
Founder & Managing Partner| G. Iakovou & Associates LLC & The Grey Arrow Ltd
George Iakovou is the founder and managing partner of both G. Iakovou & Associates LLC, a boutique law firm and The Grey Arrow Ltd, an administrative and financial service provider firm based in Cyprus.
With an academic background in Law from the United Kingdom, George has been a registered member of the Cyprus Bar Association since 2010.
His legal practice specializes in Immigration and Permanent Residency Visas, Corporate and Commercial Law, Real Estate Law, as well as the Licensing and Authorization of regulated entities, such as Investment Firms, Alternative Investment Funds, Crypto-Asset and Crowdfunding Service Providers.
The guiding principles of his firms are rooted in four core values:
Integrity, Honesty, Commitment to Clients, and Quality of Service.
George’s passion, is the delivery of tailored fit solutions, which are both diligent and proactive, catering specifically to the clients’ business and personal growth needs.
In addition to the above, The Grey Arrow Ltd is actively involved in the professional development and education sector and it provides valuable insights into the implementation of AML directives and Regulatory Compliance matters, through seminars available online and on-site, sharing knowledge and best practices to empower professionals in the field.

Nikos Christoforou
Member of the Board
Head of Marketing & Business Communications| Totalserve Group
Nikos is the Head of Marketing and Business Communications of the Totalserve Group.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in Marketing with a specialization in Internet Marketing, an MBA with a specialization in direct Marketing, and is also a Fellow member (FCIM) of The Chartered Institute of Marketing (UK).
He has over 20 years of hands-on experience in various management and marketing positions in Greece and Cyprus, including similar positions with Cyprus companies in the professional services industry.

Andreas Andreou
Member of the Board
Founder & Diretor| CUBEiE
Andreas Andreou is the Founder and Director of CUBEiE (Cube Integrated Engineering) a CY/EU-based hub specializing in net-zero technologies, industrial AI, and vocational education. With a background in chemical engineering, sustainability, and strategic business development, he has led projects across maritime, new energies, industry, and smart infrastructure.
Through CUBEiE, Andreas drives innovation in bio polymers, hydrogen, e-fuels, autonomous mobility , carbon capture, digital twins, and Industry 4.0/5.0 solutions, while bridging academia and industry through problem-based learning.

Andria Papageorgiou
Member of the Board
Founder & Managing Partner| Andria Papageorgiou Law Firm
Andria Papageorgiou is the Founder and Managing Director of Andria Papageorgiou Law Firm. She is a member of Cyprus Bar Association with over 10 years of experience. She holds an LLB, LLM, LPC from prestigious UK institutions, along with CySEC Advance Certificate and CySEC AML Certificate. She is also an Accredited Mediator for Commercial and Banking Disputes, as well as a member of the Financial Services Committee of the Cyprus Bar Association.
She has held senior positions in top tier law firms serving high net worth individuals and corporations. Additionally, she has served in C-level positions across various FinTech groups of companies (including the forex, crypto, and payments industries), leading the legal and compliance teams of these organizations and resolving complex legal issues on a daily basis.

Andreas Parparinos
Member of the Board
Partner| Parparinos & Hadjipanayis LLC
Andreas Parparinos is a highly experienced and accomplished lawyer, serving as a partner at Parparinos & Hadjipanayis LLC. Andreas holds a law master’s degree from a prestigious university, a member of the Cyprus Bar Association since 2008 and a sworn advocate nominated by the Supreme Court of Cyprus in 2019. His commitment to ongoing professional development ensures that he stays abreast of changes in the law, delivering the best possible service to his clients. Andreas is known for his meticulous attention to detail, strategic thinking, and client-focused approach. He believes in fostering long-term relationships with his clients, providing clear, practical legal advice tailored to their unique circumstances. His goal is always to ensure that his clients’ legal matters are handled with integrity, professionalism, and efficiency, whether it’s navigating a property acquisition, planning an estate, or representing them in a criminal or immigration case.
With an extensive legal career, Andreas has earned a reputation for his deep expertise and unwavering commitment to providing sound legal counsel across several areas of law. His areas of practice include inheritance law, wills and probate actions, estate law, property acquisitions, criminal law, and immigration law, positioning him as a multifaceted legal professional able to address a broad range of client needs.
Key Services: Wills & Inheritance Law , Immigration Law and Residence permits, International Trusts, Estate/Property Law and Contract Drafting, Conveyancing, Criminal Law

Athanasios Dimitriadis
Member of the Board
CEO | Thriving Venture Ltd
As an AI innovator in Cyprus, I drive the development of advanced AI solutions, leveraging a deep understanding of cutting-edge digital technologies. With a focus on LLMs and Deep Learning Machines, I deliver bespoke, high-impact applications that address complex challenges. My expertise extends to data architecture, digital advertising, strategies, and software development, enabling me to translate strategic visions into tangible results. I am committed to advancing the AI landscape within Cyprus, fostering innovation and delivering exceptional value.

Andreas Christoforou
Member of the Board
Founding Partner | ASC Law Firm
Andreas Christoforou is the founding partner of ASC Law Firm, a seasoned lawyer with over 15 years of experience advising corporations, fintech entities, and high-net-worth individuals on complex matters of corporate structuring, financial licensing, and international tax strategy. With academic credentials from the University of Westminster and an LLM in International Taxation Law from the University of Sydney, Andreas combines legal insight with commercial pragmatism to deliver clear and effective legal solutions. He holds an advanced certification from CySEC and has played a pivotal role in securing Electronic Money Institution (EMI) and Payment Institution (PI) licenses for clients entering the EU market via Cyprus.
Known for his hands-on approach and commitment to precision, Andreas is highly regarded for guiding international clients through the regulatory and compliance landscape of Cyprus and the EU. Beyond his core legal work, he has advised multinational telecom and software firms on relocating headquarters, protected intellectual assets for tech entrepreneurs, and structured private wealth vehicles through trusts and family offices. His professional ethos centers on integrity, efficiency, and the long-term success of his clients, making him a respected figure in Cyprus’s legal and business communities.