Who We Are &
What We Stand For
Cyprus Innovation Technologies (CYIT) is a not-for-profit technology think tank established by a consortium of leading institutions across Cyprus from sectors including education, technology, law, finance, accounting, and banking. CYIT serves as a hub for cross-sector collaboration, dedicated to advancing public understanding and strategic use of emerging technologies. Through research, dialogue, and educational initiatives, CYIT plays a key role in shaping a technologically informed and inclusive society.
Our Vision
To become the leading technology think tank in the Eastern Mediterranean—recognized for driving innovation awareness, shaping digital policy, and bridging the gap between technology and society.
Our Mission
To empower individuals, institutions, and policymakers in Cyprus and beyond through technology education, awareness, and evidence-based policy guidance—fostering responsible innovation and digital inclusion.
Our Commitment
We are committed to promoting technology literacy through accessible education and outreach; encouraging inclusive dialogue across sectors; supporting evidence-based policy through research and insight; advancing ethical innovation that serves the public good; and building strategic partnerships to stay at the forefront of global tech developments.
Board of Directors
Our Board provides strategic direction and oversight, ensuring that the organisation’s mission is effectively implemented.
Representing a diverse range of expertise from law, finance, technology, and regulatory sectors, the Board drives forward CyIT’s vision for meaningful, collaborative innovation.
Andri Michael
Chairwoman
Partner at Kinanis LLC
Theodosis Mourouzis PhD
Board Member
Managing Director at Electi Consulting
Panayiotis A. Koussis
Board Member
Head of Tech & AI at Pelaghias, Christodoulou, Vrachas LLC
Alexis Nicolaou
Board Member
Partner at Grant Thornton
Thrasos Thrasyvoulou
Board Member
Founder of The Digital Value Group
Christiana Aristidou
Board Member
Founder of Christiana Aristidou LLC
Christina Aloupa
Board Member
Associate at Michael Damianos & Co LLC
Dr. Andreas Assiotis
Board Member
Head of Retail Banking at Hellenic Bank
Stavros Hadjikyriakou
Board Member
Head of Licensing & Regulation at Probinex
