Corporate Governance Conference

Corporate Governance Today:
Trends and Challenges

05 June 2025 | 6 CPD Units | University of Cyprus

A Conference Powered by the EIMF and the Chartered Governance Institute

Overview

The EIMF and the Chartered Governance Institute of UK and Ireland presents an engaging and timely conference exploring the evolving landscape of corporate governance. “Corporate Governance Today: Trends and Challenges” brings together board members, executives, regulators, academics, and governance professionals to unpack the most pressing issues facing organisations today — from regulatory shifts and stakeholder pressures to geopolitical risk and cultural transformation.

Through a series of expert-led panels and keynote discussions, participants will gain practical insights into governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), the strategic role of boards, the changing expectations of non-executive directors, the growing importance of AI in governance, and the governance implications of emerging political and regulatory risks.

This cross-sectoral event offers a unique opportunity to engage with leading experts, share experiences, and explore how organisations can build resilient, and forward-looking governance frameworks in an era of complexity and change.

Stay Ahead of Governance, Risk, and Compliance Developments

Understand the Strategic Role of the Board in a Changing World

Address the Governance Implications of AI and Emerging Technologies

Reinforce Risk Governance and Organisational Culture

Clarify the Role of the Non-Executive Director (NED)

Audience

This conference is designed for a wide range of professionals involved in corporate governance, including:

Board Members
Non-executive Directors
C-suite Executives (CEOs, CFOs, COOs)
Company Secretaries
General Counsels

It is also highly relevant for compliance officers, risk managers, internal auditors, and professionals working in ESG, sustainability, and regulatory affairs.

Legal advisors, governance consultants, institutional investors, academics, and representatives from regulatory and supervisory bodies will also benefit greatly from the insights and discussions shared during the event.

Agenda

Speakers

Mr Marios Siathas

CEO | European Institute of Management & Finance (EIMF)

Dr Christina Livada

Associate Professor of Commercial Law

Dr Zachos Anthis

Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (AIDA) at NUP

Ms Terri Le Couteur

International Governance Expert & Founder of TLC Governance Solutions

Ms Laura Higgins

Founder | The CoSec Coach

Professor Antonis Ellinas

Professor of Comparative Politics | University of Cyprus

Ms Andrea Moundi Savvides

Chair, Cyprus Compliance Association and Global Director of Risk and Compliance | Harneys

Dr Dimi Constantinides

Creative Technologist | PwC

Dr Theano Kalavana

Adjunct Professor EIMF, Executive Coach BTS

Mr Gregory Dellas

Group Chief Compliance and Risk Officer, ECOMMBX | Chair, ACAMS Cyprus Chapter

Mr Kyriakos Iordanou

General Manager of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC)

Ms Katerina Stephanou

CEO | Step Up Stop Slavery

Dr Marios Clerides

Board of the Fiscal Council

Mr Petros Florides

Senior Director of Global Governance

Professor Eleni Louri-Dendrinou

Professor Emerita at the Athens University of Economics and Business

Dr. Adonis Pegasiou

Academic Director | European Institute of Management & Finance (EIMF)

Ms Christia Evagorou

Group Deputy CEO | payabl

Mr Panikkos Vakkou

Vice-Chairman, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC)

Dr. Pany Karamanou

Head, Directorate General Financial Stability and Resolution, Central Bank of Cyprus

Dr Philios Andreou

Deputy CEO of BTS Group

Mr Evgenios Evgeniou

Chairman Invest Cyprus, Certified Board Member

Event Agenda

Time	Activity
08:30–09:00	Registration \| Coffee
09:00–09:20	Introductory Remarks \| Marios Siathas (EIMF – CEO) \| Laura Higgins (CGI) \| Professor Sofronis Clerides (Dean of School of Economics)
09:20–10:15	Panel Discussion – AI and Governance Panellists \| Dr Zachos Anthis \| Ms Terri Le Couteur \| Mr Valentinos Polycarpou Moderator \| Dr Dimi Constantinides
10:15–10:30	Keynote Address – The Evolving Role of the NED in a Changing Regulatory Landscape \| Ms Laura Higgins
10:30–10:45	Keynote Address – Driving Strategy from the Boardroom Ms Terri Le Couteur
10:45–11:00	Leadership Talk: Aligning Culture with Strategy A Conversation with: Dr Philios Andreou \| Dr Theano Kalavana
11:00–11:30	Coffee Break and Networking
11:30–11:40	Featured Talk – GRC Challenges/Updates \| Dr Christina Livada
11:40–12:20	Panel Discussion – Regulators in Quest for Good Governance Panellists \| Professor Helen Louri Dendrinou \| Mr Panikkos Vakkou \| Dr Pany Karamanou Moderator \| Dr Christina Livada
12:20–13:00	Panel Discussion – The essence of Compliance in achieving Good Governance Panelists \| Ms Andrea Moundi \| Mr Gregory Dellas \| Dr Marios Clerides Moderator \| Mr Kyriakos Iordanou
13:00–14:00	Lunch Break and Networking
14:00–14:10	Intervention by Founder of ‘Step Up Stop Slavery’ – Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking \| Ms Katerina Stephanou
14:10–14:20	Featured Talk – Risk Governance \| Mr Petros Florides
14:20–14:55	Expert Exchange: Two Teams – Who Wins? How Boards & Management Navigate Governance Responsibilities & Challenges A Conversation with: Ms Laura Higgins \| Mr Petros Florides
14:55–15:40	Panel Discussion – Political Risk – Emerging Global Threats Panelists Professor Antonis Ellinas \| Mr Evgenios Evgeniou Moderator \| Dr Adonis Pegasiou
15:40–16:00	Closing Remarks

Time	Activity
08:30–09:00	Registration \| Coffee
09:00–09:20	Introductory Remarks \| Marios Siathas (EIMF – CEO) \| Laura Higgins (CGI) \| Professor Sofronis Clerides (Dean of School of Economics)
09:20–10:15	Panel Discussion – AI and Governance Panellists \| Dr Zachos Anthis \| Ms Terri Le Couteur \| Mr Valentinos Polycarpou Moderator \| Dr Dimi Constantinides
10:15–10:30	Keynote Address – The Evolving Role of the NED in a Changing Regulatory Landscape \| Ms Laura Higgins
10:30–10:45	Keynote Address – Driving Strategy from the Boardroom \| Ms Terri Le Couteur
10:45–11:00	Leadership Talk – Aligning Culture with Strategy A Conversation with: Dr Philios Andreou \| Dr Theano Kalavana
11:00–11:30	Coffee Break and Networking
11:30–11:40	Featured Talk – GRC Challenges/Updates \| Dr Christina Livada
11:40–12:20	Panel Discussion – Regulators in Quest for Good Governance Panellists \| Professor Helen Louri Dendrinou \| Mr Panikkos Vakkou \| Dr Pany Karamanou Moderator \| Dr Christina Livada
12:20–13:00	Panel Discussion – The essence of Compliance in achieving Good Governance Panelists \| Ms Andrea Moundi \| Mr Gregory Dellas \| Dr Marios Clerides Moderator \| Mr Kyriakos Iordanou
13:00–14:00	Lunch Break and Networking
14:00–14:10	Intervention by Founder of ‘Step Up Stop Slavery’ – Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking \| Ms Katerina Stephanou
14:10–14:20	Featured Talk – Risk Governance \| Mr Petros Florides
14:20–14:55	Expert Exchange: Two Teams – Who Wins? How Boards & Management Navigate Governance Responsibilities & Challenges A Conversation with: Ms Laura Higgins \| Mr Petros Florides
14:55–15:40	Panel Discussion – Political Risk – Emerging Global Threats Panelists Professor Antonis Ellinas \| Mr Evgenios Evgeniou Moderator \| Dr Adonis Pegasiou
15:40–16:00	Closing Remarks

CPD Recognition

This conference qualifies for up to 6 CPD units. Final approval and CPD allocation are subject to verification by the relevant regulator, professional body, or association.

About CGI

CGIUKI is an esteemed international qualifying and membership body for company secretaries and governance professionals. CGI have been assuring world class standards of governance since 1891, now with over 10,000 members in the UK and Ireland and part of a global network of 40,000 governance professionals.

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Event Details

Start Date | 05 June 2025 | 09:00-16:00

Venue | University of Cyprus, Building SFC 07 (Student Activity and Recreation Areas), Room: 010 “Evi Sofianou”

Address | Aglantzia, Nicosia 2109, Cyprus [View Map]

CPD Units | 6
Duration | 6 hrs

Phone | +35722274470

Email | info@eimf.eu

Fee

The standard price is €240 + VAT.

€180 + VAT for Members of Supporting Partners (25% discount).

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