Organisers & Supporters

Organisers

Cyprus Investment Funds Association

The Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA) represents the face and voice of the Cyprus asset management and investment fund community. Founded in 2013, CIFA currently counts over 380 members and represents fund managers, depositaries, administrators, professional advisory firms and other specialist firms involved in the fund services industry in Cyprus. CIFA’s Board of Directors is comprised of high caliber industry professionals who come from all areas of the funds industry and are well-placed to support and complement the continued development of the industry. CIFA’s mission revolves around assisting its members capitalize on industry trends, shaping the development of the regulatory and legislative framework, enhancing professionalism, integrity and quality, and promoting Cyprus as a leading funds jurisdiction.

Invest Cyprus

Invest Cyprus (Cyprus Investment Promotion Agency) is the investment promotion agency of the Government of Cyprus, dedicated to attract and facilitate foreign direct investment into the country. In close collaboration with all governmental authorities and public institutions, as well as the private sector and international experts, Invest Cyprus is the country’s lead agent in establishing Cyprus as a world class investment destination. Invest Cyprus’ mandate, is to raise awareness of Cyprus as a location for FDI across the globe, providing certainty around all aspects of operating a business in Cyprus and supporting potential investors in developing their business case for investment into the country.

PLATINUM SPONSORS

ECOMMBX

ECOMMBX represents the new age of fintech, revolutionizing the way businesses handle their global transactions. We specialize in e-account management, cross- border payments, personal & business cards, acquiring, and multi-currency conversions, all through our ECOMMVERSE, a single, innovative and intuitive platform that gives you instant access to all of ECOMMBX’s services.

GOLD SPONSORS

Athlos Capital

Athlos Capital is a leading independent investment firm offering wealth management, institutional solutions, prime brokerage, and depositary services. Integrated with leading global custodians and banks, and with over 250 counterparties worldwide, Athlos provides comprehensive solutions for asset safekeeping, cash flow management, trading, and oversight. Through its proprietary fintech platform, Sophic, Athlos delivers customized digital solutions for depositary clients, enabling seamless investor onboarding and fund accessibility. Combining financial expertise with technological innovation, Athlos Capital empowers institutions and investors with secure, transparent, and efficient investment infrastructure.

BANK OF CYPRUS

The Bank of Cyprus Group is the leading banking and financial services group in Cyprus, providing a wide range of financial products and services which include retail and commercial banking, finance, factoring, investment banking, brokerage, fund management, private banking, life and general insurance. The Group’s digital infrastructure is proving successful, transforming the Bank to a modern, customer-centric hub offering banking and broader financial digital products and services in Cyprus. The Group has set the foundations to enhance its organisational resilience and ESG agenda and continues to work towards building a forward-looking organisation with a clear strategy supported by effective corporate governance aligned with ESG agenda priorities, aiming to lead the transition of Cyprus to a sustainable future.

EUROBANK

Eurobank Ltd is one of the leading financial institutions in Cyprus, managing €28 billion in total assets with strong market shares in deposits (41%) and loans (35%). With a workforce of around 3,000 employees and a strong focus on innovation, the Bank offers comprehensive and competitive products across retail, corporate and investment banking, asset management, international financing, and bancassurance. The Group also includes ERB Cyprialife and ERB Insurance, leaders in Cyprus’ insurance sector.

KPMG

KPMG has been operating in Cyprus since 1948 and currently employs more than 750 professionals working from 6 offices across the island. It is a member of KPMG International Limited, a global organisation of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. KPMG operates in 142 countries and territories and has approximately 275,000 people working in member firms around the world. Clients look to KPMG for a consistent standard of service based on high-order professional capabilities, industry insight, local knowledge and expertise.

PWC

In a world that is constantly evolving, our aim at PwC Cyprus is to unite expertise and tech so you can outthink, outpace and outperform. We embrace the future with a focus on quality and by building strong relationships based on trust. In times of great challenge, trust is more important than ever. More than 1100 people in Cyprus join forces with 370,000 professionals of our global network in 149 countries and create an experienced team that combines intelligent approaches, experience and technological innovation. PwC has recently refreshed its brand, to better reflect the role it plays for clients: bringing expertise and technology to help them build, sustain and accelerate momentum. In a dynamic and challenging business environment, where competition is more intense than ever, we are here to support you so you can do all you want. We are ready to provide you with a broad range of services that meet even your most complex needs.\

SILVER SPONSORS

ALPHA BANK

Alpha Bank Cyprus Ltd has been operating in Cyprus since 1998. It offers a wide range of highquality financial products and services, including Retail Banking, SMEs, Corporate, International and Wealth Banking, as well as Investment and Insurance offerings. As part of the Alpha Bank Group, a leading financial sector group in Greece, its mission is to contribute to the Cypriot Economy by continuously developing and upgrading its products and services to meet the evolving demands of its individual and business Customers. The Bank takes an active role in supporting the Cypriot Economy and Society through initiatives that create value for its Customers, Employees, and the broader Community.

Alter Domus (Cyprus) LTD

Alter Domus is a leading provider of integrated solutions in the alternatives market, with 6,000 people, who administer more than $3.5 trillion in assets and 36,000 structures across 23 jurisdictions globally. Everything we do is sharply focused on mitigating risks, reducing costs, creating efficiencies, and ultimately driving growth. We understand that in-house administration requires extensive knowledge, investment in resources, and the right technology. Offering fund administration, corporate services, transfer pricing, and domiciliation services, you can rely on our on-the-ground expertise to help you take advantage of opportunities as they arise.

EFFECT

Founded in 1990, EFFECT is a leading provider of integrated IT solutions for Investment Management, serving Banks, Asset Managers, Mutual Funds, and Investment Companies in Greece and Cyprus.

Its flagship platform FIN/S web offers a unified system covering Private Banking, Wealth & Asset Management, Fund Management, Administration & TA, Pension Funds, Custody, Brokerage, Family Office, and Robo Advisory.
To further enhance the digital journey, EFFECT provides a state-of-the-art Investor Portal and Mobile App, ensuring secure and seamless client access anytime, anywhere.

Powered by a robust workflow engine and rich API ecosystem, EFFECT enables institutions to streamline operations, strengthen relationships, and achieve sustainable growth.
With advanced technology and a highly specialized team, EFFECT consistently drives innovation, client success, and operational excellence.

INNOVATION PARTNER

RESEARCH&INNOVATION FOUNDATION

The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF), established in 1996, is Cyprus’ national authority supporting research, technological development, and innovation. A non-profit entity, it is crucial in advancing scientific research, contributing to socio-economic development. Over the years, the RIF expanded its activities nationally and internationally, representing Cyprus in various programs. In 2007, it broadened its scope to include innovation support. Following a 2018 decision for system restructuring, the Foundation became the executive arm of Cyprus’ Research, Technological Development, and Innovation System.

TECHNOLOGY PARTNER

ASBIS

ASBIS KYPROS Ltd operates in Cyprus and serves customers across Cyprus,, Malta, and Israel.
The company offers a wide range of products, and services including servers, storage, computers, laptops, peripherals, networking, software, and components from well-known brands among others Supermicro, Purestorage, AMD, Micron, Seagate, Dell, Lenovo, and Logitech.

Supporters

ASSOCIATION OF CYPRUS BANKS

Through its representation of ten member banks, that hold more than 90% of market share and provide a full range of banking services, the Association of Cyprus Banks (ACB) is the voice of the Cyprus banking system. Its primary aim is to promote best practices for the interest of the banking sector and the local economy as a whole. The ACB is a non-profit organization through which common positions are formulated and promoted on banking and financial issues, when local legislative and governmental policies are determined. In communicating the industry’s views, the ACB cooperates closely with the Central Bank of Cyprus, the House of Representatives and various Ministries as well as other private and public bodies. The Association also has a close relationship with the European Banking Federation (of which it is a member), national banking associations and global organizations.

ACFE

Being one of the 190+ chapters of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), the Cyprus Chapter of the ACFE is an anti-fraud organization that serves professionals, students and communities in Cyprus. The objective of the Cyprus Chapter of the ACFE is to promote improved fraud detection and deterrence. This is achieved through enhancement of knowledge, promotion of networking opportunities and support for its members and the business, academic and government community.

CFA Society Cyprus

The CFA Society Cyprus promotes the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence in the local financial sector, for a sustainable economy and the ultimate benefit of society. It creates networking opportunities, enhances professional relationships, is active in expanding financial literacy, builds relations with universities and supports diversity, equality and inclusion. It has 260+ members, who are also members of the US-based CFA Institute, which awards the title of Chartered Financial Analyst, implements a Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct, provides educational resources and funds and distributes academic research in cutting-edge topics that contribute to and improve global best practices in financial analysis and investment management.

CYFA

The Cyprus Fiduciary Association (CYFA), established in 2011, is the representative body of regulated Administrative Service Providers (ASP’s) in Cyprus. With a vision to assist in forming a solid international business sector in Cyprus operating on high professional standards, ethics and integrity, the Association aims to serve industry providers by promoting their interests, raising sector awareness, supporting their operations, contributing to new legislations and delivering valuable training to professionals. The Association’s commitment to its purpose has established it among the most reputable and recognised organisations within the country, before public and regulatory authorities, other associations, as well as the business community in Cyprus and overseas.

CIF

The Cyprus Integrity Forum (CIF) was initiated in 2010, registered in the year 2011, and is today the leading institution in Cyprus for the fight against corruption and promotion of transparency. It is an independent, non-governmental, non-politically partisan, and non-profit organisation. CIF collaborates with various organisations in Cyprus, Europe, and the USA. We effectively raise public awareness in all layers of society for combating corruption in our everyday lives. We aim to enhance the content and quality of public and corporate governance in all forms of business and ensure that the State and all Governmental Bodies act and behave in a manner that promotes transparency and ethics in all respects.
CIF has already delivered substantial work to the Cypriot society by being the only organisation in Cyprus that has sensitised the public about corruption. Our initiatives support legal and regulatory reforms at the national level by promoting practical tools for individuals, organisations, and companies who want to fight corruption by being an external expert against corruption in Cyprus and raising transparency regarding specific events and situations.
CIF serves as the primary source of information for both the government and the broader public on corruption and reform issues in Cyprus.
CIF works with the Cypriot government and other organisations to reduce government officials’ discretion, build and strengthen institutions (institutional framework) to facilitate reform in areas where there is corruption, and promote good governance in key policy areas.

CISI

The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) is a global professional body that sets the highest standards of
professional excellence in a broad range of financial services disciplines. We have championed integrity, raising individual
standards of knowledge, skills and behaviour in the UK and internationally, enhancing public trust and confidence in financial
services ever since we emerged from the London Stock Exchange in 1992. Our membership offers a best-in-class continuous
personal development programme, networking, and events that enable flexible learning to enhance career progression. We also
offer a breadth of choice of internationally-recognised and respected highest-quality qualifications.

ICPAC

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC), established in 1961, is the professional body for the accountancy profession in Cyprus, currently tallying more than 5.200 members and 3.500 students. It provides the organisational framework for all professional accountants, supports and promotes the activities and interests of the accountancy profession, safeguards the reputation of the profession and ensures adherence to the Code of Ethics and the continuous professional development of the members. Furthermore, ICPAC is a competent authority and has been delegated the relevant tasks under the Law for the regulation of the audit profession, for Anti-Money Laundering purposes, for the provision of administrative and insolvency services. ICPAC is a key and active stakeholder in the economic affairs and development of the country, cooperating with the government, the private and public sector.

IIA Cyprus

The Cyprus Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA Cyprus) was founded in 1998 and today has about 550 members. It is governed by an elected Board of Directors of ten members, which is supported by three committees. The vision of IIA Cyprus is to be the fundamental institution that represents, promotes and upgrades the Internal Audit profession in Cyprus. Its mission is the continuous promotion and recognition of the profession, as well as the enrichment of its members’ knowledge and skills by providing relevant educational and training courses. The Institute is full and equal member of the Global Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA Global) and full and equal member of the European Confederation of Institutes of Internal Auditors (ECIIA).

COMMUNICATION SPONSORS

CBN

The English-speaking white-collar communi¬ty of Cyprus, which includes well over 50,000 entrepreneurs, managers and professionals, has been growing fast in recent years. Its members work¬ in diverse sectors, including Shipping, Financial Services, ICT, Gaming, Media, Communications, Trading, Insur¬ance, Supply Chain, etc. In 2023, building on the success of GOLD, the only monthly English-language business magazine in Cyprus, IMH launched CBN (Cyprus Business News), a new English-language portal, app and newsletter focused on business and investment. This new and ex¬citing portal aims to become the daily source of information on business in Cyprus for all English-speaking professionals based on the island, as well as for hundreds of thousands of professionals all over the world wishing to do business with Cyprus. Through strategic collaborations with relevant bodies and organisations, CBN gathers the corporate news of all foreign companies and investments in Cyprus and disseminates it to the broader reading public. www.cbn.com.cy

GOLD

GOLD magazine was founded in 2011 as the first English-language business monthly in Cyprus. Today, it is not only synonymous with the promotion of good business practices but it has a unique and valuable readership of High Net Worth Individuals, international company executives, English-speaking Cypriot and non-Cypriot businessmen and women. GOLD provides a comprehensive and informed overview of the local business scene, the economy and the market and has gained a reputation for its in-depth articles and revealing interviews with key local and international personalities.

IN BUSINESS

IMH is the largest business knowledge and information transfer organisation in Cyprus. Its services include the coordination and running of conferences, seminars and commercial exhibitions, specialist business media publishing and human resources consulting. Every year, IMH organises more than 110 conferences related to every sector of the market, commercial exhibitions and training seminars, and undertakes the entire process of five business award ceremonies. IMH publishes the only dedicated business magazines in Cyprus: the Greek language monthly IN Business and the English-language monthly Gold, which are read by tens of thousands of Cypriot and non-Cypriot professionals, managers and entrepreneurs. It also operates the magazines’ accompanying news portals, the IN Business Portal (www.inbusinessnews.com), the GOLD Portal (www.goldnews.com.cy) and the REPORTER (www.reporter.com.cy). ΙΜΗ also delivers via e-mail the IN Business Daily Newsletter, the GOLD News Daily Newsletter and the REPORTER Newsletter. The IMH Business Development Department bids for tenders published by local public sector bodies, the European Union and other international organisations. Through its activities, ΙΜΗ gives businesses a chance to develop, to network, to find new clients and business associates, to communicate with new audiences and discover growth opportunities. www.imhbusiness.com

Contentworks Agency

Led by experienced financial marketers, Contentworks Agency delivers strategy & consulting, market analysis, content marketing, social media management, PPC, video marketing, PR and reputation management. The agency’s financial writers ensure that content is well researched and compliant, which is why Contentworks Agency is trusted by leading fintech, forex, asset management and banking brands.
www.contentworks.agency

Coordinator

IMH