Announcement by the Cyprus Statistical Service

Written by A. Antoniades on May 15, 2024. Posted in News.

GDP GROWTH RATE: 1st QUARTER 2024 (FLASH ESTIMATE)

Growth Rate 3,5%

The GDP growth rate in real terms during the first quarter of 2024 is positive and it is estimated at 3,5% over the corresponding quarter of 2023. Based on seasonally and working day adjusted data, GDP growth rate in real terms is estimated at 3,3%.

The positive GDP growth rate is mainly attributed to the sectors: “Hotels and Restaurants”, “Wholesale and Retail Trade, Repair of Motor Vehicles”, “Information and Communication”, “Construction”, “Arts, Entertainment and Recreation” and “Other Service Activities”.

View the full announcement here (PDF)

IndusFood 2025 Exhibition – New Delhi, India

Written by A. Antoniades on May 15, 2024. Posted in News.

We would like to inform you that the Trade Promotion Council of India in cooperation with the Ministry of Commerce and Industrialists of India, is organizing the 8th IndusFood Exhibition on 8-10 January 2025 in New Delhi.

The IndusFood Exhibition is a comprehensive exhibition in Asia’s beverage and food sector aimed at connecting buyers and sellers.

Please find below (PDF) a relevant brochure with information about the exhibition as well as the report of the exhibition for 2024

PDF Circular – IndusFood 2025 Exhibition – New Delhi, India

BUILDING MANAGERS 360

Written by A. Antoniades on May 15, 2024. Posted in Training Programs.

TRAINING PROGRAM:
«BUILDING MANAGERS 360o»
LIMASSOL, 18 & 19/ 06/ 2024 («PEFKOS CITY HOTEL»)

Κύρια Σημεία που θα καλυφθούν:
-The Manager’s Role-Understanding Obligations
-Understanding the Business
-Management vs Leadership
– Assigning Tasks
-Professional appearance and manners
-Addressing Difficult Employee Behaviors
-Understanding what motivates people
-The importance of Empathy
-Assessing Skills
– Goal setting

PDF – BUILDING MANAGERS JUNE2024

Traveling down the Sustainability Journey: Sharing Experiences – Webinar

Written by A. Antoniades on May 15, 2024. Posted in Training Programs.

“Traveling down the Sustainability Journey: Sharing Experiences” brought to you by I-STARS Live Webinars
1st Webinar: 22/05/2024, 16.00-18.00 (Language: English)

In an era where global discussions are increasingly centred on environmental issues, sustainable tourism has become a pivotal element within the tourism industry. Sustainable tourism revolves around the idea of mitigating the adverse effects of travel on the environment and local communities, emphasising responsible and ethical practices.

The I-STARS project is happy to announce the date of the first of 2 free online live webinars to help your tourism business become more sustainable.

Join us for an enlightening experience as we delve into the world of sustainable tourism with the first session of the I-STARS Live Webinar series. Hosted by esteemed industry leaders, this event promises insightful discussions and invaluable takeaways on sustainability practices.

Date: Wednesday, 22nd May 2024
Time: 16:00 PM – 18:00 (Cyprus time)
Language: English

In our first webinar, we are honoured to welcome sustainable tourism trailblazers

• Ayako Ezaki – online training manager, Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC)
• Silvia Gatto – Marketing & Sustainability Manager, Travel World Escape
• Suela Tahiraj – Sustainability Specialist (Zbulo!, Travelife, etc.)
• Bernard Cahill – ESG consultant, The Armada Hotel
• Kim Butigan – Marketing Manager, Adriatic Destination Management Company

Together, they will candidly share their transformative journeys towards sustainability, encompassing their motivations,
milestones, challenges, and the remarkable benefits they have reaped along the way.

This two-hour session promises to be both educational and inspiring, offering attendees a unique opportunity to gain
firsthand insights from industry experts. Please find attached the full Agenda.

The I-STARS live webinars are open to all, inviting individuals from all backgrounds to explore and contribute to the
collective effort towards a more sustainable and responsible tourism industry.

PDF Circular I-STARS 1st Live Webinar

Invitation to an Open Discussion: Nicosia: Cultivating a European Innovation & Information Ecosystem

Written by A. Antoniades on May 14, 2024. Posted in News.

We would like to inform you that NESEI – Network of European Social Entrepreneurs and Innovators and Center for Social Innovation – CSI, are organizing the open debate “Nicosia: Cultivating a European Innovation and Information Ecosystem”, on Friday, 17 May 2024, from 17:30 to 19:30 at Garden Day & Night. The EEN Cyprus will take part in the discussion with its Coordinator, Ms. Stalo Demosthenous, Senior Officer at the CCCI, European Affairs and Programs Department.

The panel discussion will also feature the following speakers:
• Andreas Neocleous, CEO, Cyta
• Alexandra Prokopi – Dimitriades, Co-Founder/Director Theramir Ltd.
• Charalambos Prountzos, Independent Candidate for Mayor of Nicosia
• Vasilis Nikolaou, Software Engineering Consultant & Director at Vaslabs LTD / Volt
• Panis Pieris, Blogger & Podcaster
• Sotiris Themistocleous, Director of Strategic Development, Center for Social Innovation – CSI

To register and pre-book your place, please email info@nesei.eu by Thursday, 16 Μay 2024.

We look forward to having you at this interesting discussion.

PDF Circular – Invitation to an Open Discussion: “Nicosia: Cultivating a European Innovation & Information Ecosystem”