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Evagoras Lanitis: “Innovation and Tradition: The Balance That Drives Our Success”

Evagoras Lanitis is a business development director at Lanitis Group and the representative of the 5th generation of Lanitis family. After graduating the university he started his career in his family business (Amathus Vacation Club, N.P.Lanitis Group, Lemissoler Shipping Group). Since 2013 Evagoras is a director of CrownSail Management, subsidiary company Lemissoler Navigation Co Ltd. He is also a member of the Board of Directors at Cybarco, one of the largest construction development companies in Cyprus. Evagoras Lanitis has two bachelor degrees in Business administration and computer information systems (NEC, USA) as well as master degree in international business administration (University of Edinburgh, Scotland). Photo: Successful Business
In this interview, Evagoras Lanitis talks about the evolution of one of Cyprus’ oldest and most influential family businesses – Lanitis Group. He shares insights into the group’s origins, its diversification into multiple sectors, and how the family has maintained its legacy through five generations. The Lanitis Group has a long and rich history. Can you start by telling us about its origins and how it all began? The Lanitis Group was founded in 1896 by my great-grandfather, Panagis Sykas,…
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Olga Papadimitri: "It’s important to be on the same wavelength with both clients and colleagues"

Olga Papadimitri is a practicing lawyer in Cyprus and the founder of a law firm O. Papadimitri LLC. She graduated from the Faculty of International Relations at Belarusian State University and completed a master's program in International and European Law at the European Humanities University in Lithuania. She moved from Belarus to Nicosia in 2007 and worked at one of the largest and most renowned law firms in Cyprus. In 2012, she founded her own firm. Today, O. Papadimitri LLC offers a wide range of services, including consultations, certification of legal documents, and translations for both individuals and legal entities. Photo: "Successful Business"
Olga Papadimitri is a lawyer, entrepreneur, wife, and mother... She has successfully learned how to balance these roles and maintain equilibrium in her life. In our interview, Olga shared how she manages it all. Olga, you’ve been in the profession for a long time. How is legal practice evolving with the emergence of various technological innovations? I see many positive changes. Thanks to technology, it's become easier to systematize work and simpler to find things that may have previously slipped…
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BLUE CARD – Questions and Answers

BLUE CARD – Questions and Answers
In this article, we will explore the legal aspects of the procedure of applying for an EU BLUE CARD. It has to be noted that the legislation has been adopted based on the EU Directive however the practical regularities for filing such application are still pending. Drawing on our expertise and industry insights, we aim to offer valuable perspectives and practical advice to help businesses navigate complex legal challenges and achieve their objectives. Below we have highlighted the most common…
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Maria Christofides: “Client trust is paramount”

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In an interview with Maria Christofides, Managing Partner of M. Christofides & Co LLC, we discuss competitive advantages, the potential of artificial intelligence, and the nuances of building relationships with clients. What are the fields of your activities that are important for you at this moment? As a law firm, we have been established for over 50 years, founded by my late father, Manolis Christofides. We cover a wide range of legal areas, Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Civil law, Employment…
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Cyprus leads the growth of knowledge intensive jobs in Europe

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The index, published by European Centre for Entrepreneurship and Policy Reform and supported by Nordic Capital, measures the share of the working-age population employed in knowledge-intensive companies across 33 countries and 244 regions in Europe. Between 2014 and 2024, Cyprus has had the strongest growth of the share of adults employed in "brain business jobs"—advanced roles in technology, IT, services, and the creative sector. The share of adults employed in brain business jobs has increased by fully 115 percent in…
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Stella Koukounis. Legal Complexities in the Event Management and Renewable Energy Industries

Stella Koukounis has been practicing law in Cyprus for over 16 years, with a particular focus on corporate, commercial, banking, and financial law. At the beginning of her career, she was appointed as the head of the corporate department of a leading corporate services provider, and later became the legal advisor and representative of a Swiss family office and its operations in Cyprus. Stella is a frequent speaker at conferences in Cyprus and abroad on topics such as corporate law and leadership, ESG and due diligence, and corporate financing in renewable energy transactions. Recently, Stella was invited to lecture on corporate, commercial, and financial law. Photo: Marios Hapsis
In an era where the regulatory landscape grows increasingly complex, the role of legal counsel has never been more critical—particularly in industries like event management and renewable energy, where rapid evolution and high stakes meet. Stella Koukounis, an experienced lawyer, managing partner of Solsidus Law, shares insights into the legal obstacles that businesses must overcome, how to protect intellectual property in a world of instant media, and the delicate art of negotiation in high-stakes land deals. Your firm has extensive…
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Modern Technology from a Legal Perspective: How AI and Blockchain Will Transform Cypriot Business

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How the development of AI and blockchain is changing the business environment in Cyprus, what changes are expected in EU legal frameworks in the near future, and how these will affect local companies – all this is discussed in an interview with Christiana Aristidou, founder of the Ηybrid LawTech firm Christiana Aristidou LLC. The Hybrid LawTech has extensive experience in the field of emerging technologies. In your opinion, how will the growth of AI and blockchain technologies impact businesses in…
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