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🌟 A big thank you to Cyprus Business News for sharing this important discussion on how entrepreneurs can create real value and validate their propositions beyond Cyprus! Check out the full article for more key takeaways!

🌟 EUC Startup Networking Night Highlights! 🌟 We had an amazing evening on September 26th, celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship at European University Cyprus! 🎉 With 70 participants joining us, the event sparked great discussions and insightful opinions. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who attended and made it a success! 🙌 Special thanks to Microsoft and to our Innovation Partners— Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement Cyprus, CNP Cyprus Insurance Holdings, CYTA, ExxonMobil, EY, Gnomi Integrated Communications, Hellenic Bank, IMH Business, Logicom, NetU Group, NewCytech Business Solutions Ltd and the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce & Industry —for their active participation and support. Your contributions truly enriched the experience! Congratulations to the startups that successfully participated in the EUC Startup Programme powered by Microsoft! 🚀 Over the course of the programme, these innovative startups engaged in a series of trainings and mentoring sessions with their dedicated mentors, honing their skills and refining their business ideas. Their impressive pitches showcased the bright future of entrepreneurship in Cyprus. The night featured an inspiring panel discussion with leaders in the field, who shared their genuine opinions, including: 🔹 Demetris Skourides, Chief Scientist for Research, Innovation and Technology of the Republic of Cyprus 🔹Andreas Panayi, Managing Director, Kinisis Ventures Limited 🔹Maria Markidou Georgiadou, Managing Director, Cyprus Seeds 🔹George Georgiades, Partner Technology Strategist for SouthEast Europe, Microsoft 🔹Yiannis Eftychiou Co-founder & Partner, 33East The programme was organised by the School of Business of European University Cyprus with Dr Pieris Chourides leading the effort, in close collaboration with Microsoft, represented by Stavrinos Kyriakou. GrantXpert Consulting Ltd managed operations on behalf of EUC, with Dr Celia Hadjichristodoulou and Stephani Theophanous serving as facilitators. Thank you all for being a part of this journey! We can't wait to see how you’ll shape the future of innovation in Cyprus. 💡✨ #EUCStartupNight #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Microsoft #EUC #Startups #Networking

🚀 On September 4th, we successfully hosted an online seminar for the PRE-SEED programme by the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF), attended by the startups of the EUC Startup Programme powered by Microsoft! During the seminar, participants were guided step-by-step through the proposal preparation and submission process, with a detailed overview of the evaluation and interview stages for successful applications. We also shared practical tips and insights from past PRE-SEED success stories. Proud to support innovation through the EUC Startup Programme powered by Microsoft! #StartupCyprus #Innovation #PRESEED #EUC #Microsoft

💡 EUC Startup Networking Night: Empowering Innovation in Cyprus 💡 Join us on the 26th of September at European University Cyprus for the EUC Startup Networking Night, featuring a dynamic panel discussion with top experts in entrepreneurship and innovation in Cyprus: ✨ Demetris Skourides | Chief Scientist for Research, Innovation & Technology of the Republic of Cyprus ✨ Andreas Panayi | Managing Director, Kinisis Ventures Ltd ✨ Maria Markidou Georgiadou | Managing Director, Cyprus Seeds ✨ George Georgiades | Partner Technology Strategist for SouthEast Europe, Microsoft ✨ Yiannis Eftychiou | Co-founder & Partner, 33East 🚀 The EUC Startup Networking Night will also feature inspiring startup pitches and valuable insights from: 📍Stavrinos Kyriakou | Sr. PDM, Lead Startups and Breadth ISVs Strategy, Microsoft 📍Dr Pieris Chourides | Associate Professor of Strategy, Dean, School of Business Administration, European University Cyprus 📍Dr Celia Hadjichristodoulou | Operations Manager of EUC Startup programme powered by Microsoft 📍 Stephani Theophanous | Facilitator for EUC Startup Programme powered by Microsoft 🎤 This is a unique opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders. Spaces are limited—secure your spot today! 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/d49SigF3 #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #EUCStartup #NetworkingNight #Microsoft #Startups #EUC #BusinessNetworking

🎤 Pitching Training Success! 🚀 On September 12th, we held a highly valuable Pitching Training Session as part of the EUC Startup Programme powered by Microsoft! The session, led by the exceptional Leonidas Alexandrou, a self-development, presentation expert, and high-performance trainer, brought together the 10 startups participating in the programme. Over three hours, Leonidas shared his expertise, and the startups had the opportunity to practice and refine their pitches in an interactive and enjoyable environment! 💼🎯 A big thank you to Leonidas for this inspiring and dynamic training! 🙏 #EUCStartup #Microsoft #PitchingTraining #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

🚀 Join Us at the EUC Startup Networking Night! 🚀 We're excited to invite you to the EUC Startup Networking Night, the grand finale of the 3rd cycle of the EUC Startup Programme powered by Microsoft! Event Details: 📅 Date: Thursday, 26th September 2024 🕔 Time: 17:00 – 19:30 📍 Venue: Startup Center powered by Microsoft, European University Cyprus This is your chance to connect with startups, visionary investors, venture capitalists, and key influencers in the startup ecosystem. Plus, don’t miss our panel discussion featuring top industry experts—get insights, ask questions, and network with the best! 🔗 RSVP Now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/d49SigF3 Let’s celebrate innovation and entrepreneurship together as we conclude this exciting chapter! #EUCStartups #NetworkingNight #CyprusInnovation #Startups #Microsoft

🚀 Insightful Connections Day Recap 🚀 We had an incredible session at the EUC Startup Programme powered by Microsoft on Wednesday, 17th July 2024! Our event titled "Insightful Connections Day: ESG, Cyprus Tech Ecosystem, Networking Tips, and Media Outreach for Startups" was a massive success. 💡 Highlights of the day: 📍Panis Pieri, Tech Blogger & Podcaster, shared his expertise on Startup Marketing and Promotion, providing invaluable insights and practical tips. 📍Anna Pieridou, Officer of ESG Strategy & Economic Research, gave an in-depth overview of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategies and their importance in today's business landscape. Thank you to our esteemed guest speakers and to everyone who participated and made this event a success. Your engagement and enthusiasm were truly inspiring! #EUCStartupProgramme #Microsoft #TechEcosystem #ESG #Networking #Startups #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

🌟EUC Startup programme powered by Microsoft: Investor Insight Day 🌟 We just wrapped up an incredible session of our Investor Insight Day, and we couldn't be more thrilled with how it turned out! 🚀✨ On the 3rd of July, we held our online session: Understanding Venture Capital and Startup Success Stories, setting the tone for an exciting journey ahead. We had the honor of hosting two phenomenal guest speakers who are making waves in their respective fields: 👨💼 Andreas Panayi, Co-founder and Managing Director of Kinisis Ventures Ltd With over 35 years of experience in the USA, Andreas Panayi is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor. He has a remarkable track record of founding, developing, operating, and selling companies in the professional services and information technologies sectors. Andreas co-founded Kinisis Ventures to create growth opportunities for Cypriot innovation companies in the US markets. He shared his extensive knowledge on how venture capitals work and provided valuable strategic insights. 👨💼 Moyses Moyseos Μωυσής Μωυσέως, Incubator Manager at Gravity Incubator Moyses is the Manager of Gravity Ventures Incubator, holding a degree in Production and Management Engineering from Democritus University of Thrace and an MSc in Engineering with Innovation and Entrepreneurship from University College London. With significant experience supporting startups and SMEs at both European and international levels, Moyses is also a PhD candidate and teaches Innovation & Entrepreneurship at UCLan Cyprus. He shared his expertise in startup support and mentoring during their incubation phases. Our guest speakers didn't just share their stories; they engaged with our startups, offering advice, discussing industry challenges, and fostering an environment of growth and innovation. 🌱💡 We are incredibly grateful to both Andreas and Moyses for their time and insights. Their contributions have undoubtedly enriched our program and inspired our startups to reach new heights. Stay tuned for more updates and events as we continue to empower and support the next generation of innovative startups! 🚀✨ #VentureCapital #StartupSuccess #InvestorInsightDay #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #StartupSupport #Networking #Growth #InnovationLeaders

🌟 Enlightening financial workshop: Understanding Finance for Startups from an Expert🌟 A special thank you to Philip Ammerman, Managing Partner of Navigator Consulting Group & Innovation Partners Ltd, for leading the financial workshop for our program two years in a row. We appreciate his contribution to the EUC Startup Programme powered by Microsoft and the 10 participating startups this year! 👨💼 About Philip Ammerman: Philip is a consultant, entrepreneur, and investment specialist who has been advising financial institutions, governments, and enterprises on digital disruption, internationalization, and investment-led growth since 1994. His extensive experience in due diligence, business planning, and financial modeling across various sectors, including digital/tech start-ups, scale-ups, agri-food, manufacturing, and hospitality, provided our startups with invaluable insights and knowledge. 🚀 Key takeaways: -Understanding essential financial concepts for startups -Crafting robust financial models and business plans -Effective financial management during growth phases Philip's expertise and engaging presentation style made complex financial topics accessible and actionable for our participants. We are incredibly fortunate to have had him share his wisdom and experience with our startup community. 👉 Stay tuned for more exciting events and workshops as part of the EUC Startup Programme powered by Microsoft. Let's continue to drive innovation and growth together! #startupsuccess #FinancialWorkshop #eucstartupprogramme #Microsoft #philipammerman #entrepreneurship #investment #businessgrowth

🌟 EUC Startup Programme Inspiration Day 🌟 We just wrapped up another incredible session of the EUC Startup Programme powered by Microsoft, and we couldn't be more thrilled with how it turned out! 🚀✨ Our 1st training session, Inspiration Day: Founder Stories and Success Insights, was a huge hit, setting the tone for an exciting journey ahead. With 10 innovative startups participating in this cycle, the energy and enthusiasm were palpable. For the third time, we had the honor of hosting two phenomenal guest speakers who are making waves in their respective fields. 👩💼 Maria Terzi, Co-Founder & CEO of Malloc (YC S21) Maria Terzi is a powerhouse in AI and cybersecurity. As the driving force behind Malloc, Maria and her team are on a mission to protect our privacy and secure our data. Backed by the prestigious Y Combinator, Malloc is leading the charge against unattended data recordings and transmissions with their innovative mobile app. Maria shared her inspiring journey from obtaining a Ph.D. in Machine Learning from Lancaster University to leading a talented team that develops cutting-edge AI cybersecurity technologies. Her vision and passion for empowering individuals to control their own data left us all motivated and ready to take on new challenges! 👨💼 Michael Antoniou, Chief Product Officer at Hellas Direct Michael Antoniou brought his extensive experience in startups and new beginnings, sharing invaluable insights from his journey with Hellas Direct. This company has revolutionized the insurance industry by creating proprietary platforms for claims management, partner integration, and customer financing needs. Michael's stories and experiences provided our startups with a wealth of knowledge on navigating the complex world of finance and insurance, and his discussion on product development and market strategies was nothing short of enlightening. Our guest speakers didn't just share their stories; they engaged with our startups, offering advice, discussing challenges, and fostering an environment of growth and innovation. 🌱💡 We are incredibly grateful to both Maria and Michael for their time and insights. Their contributions have undoubtedly enriched our programme and inspired our startups to reach new heights. Stay tuned for more updates and events as we continue to empower and support the next generation of innovative startups! 🚀✨ #EUCStartupProgramme #Microsoft #TechInnovation #AI #Cybersecurity #InsuranceTech #Startups #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Growth #Inspiration