Markos Bota is a professional with many years of experience in the Financial Sector. He developed his career and experience in various positions in Cyprus Investment firms, including those of Executive Director and Compliance Officer, as well as on the front line as Head of Reception and Transition of Orders. The diversity of positions allowed him to enhance his knowledge and practical experience, and gain an extensive insight within this field. Throughout his career he developed detailed knowledge in regard to Cypriot and European Legal, Regulatory and Compliance requirements on capital markets. He is a holder of a BA in Management and Economics of Aero Tourism, the CISI Financial Services Legal Framework certificate as well as the CISI Financial Services Regulatory Framework certificate and an associate of Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments.

Stavroulla Ilia is a highly organized, conscientious, and dedicated professional with extensive experience in Risk Management gained while working in the Financial Services industry. Committed to delivering an exceptional standard in her assigned duties, she approaches tasks with focus and structure, demonstrating an analytical and methodical manner. Her expertise includes in-depth knowledge of quantitative models, risk metrics, and scenario analysis, enabling her to make informed decisions and contribute effectively to the overall risk management framework of the organization. She has consistently achieved a balance between meeting financial objectives and maintaining a prudent level of risk control in dynamic and unpredictable market environments. Stavroulla holds a BSc in Mathematics, an MSc in Financial Mathematics, and advanced certifications, including the CISI Financial Services Legal Framework and the CySEC Certificate for Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer.

Angelina’s journey began at the UK University of Portsmouth, where she studied Business Administration, followed by a Master’s degree in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship, an experience that ignited her love for creative problem-solving and forward-thinking strategies. With over eight years of experience in the forex industry, she has honed her skills through various payment-related positions in well-established companies. She has witnessed first-hand the need to remain flexible and adaptable in the face of constant change in the world of financial services, with regulation and its constant evolution playing a pivotal role in the payments industry. Join her on this educational journey and unravel the complexities of financial services, from regulation to payment systems to money management, and learn how to thrive in a dynamic landscape.