People

Aggela started her career in corporate administration in 1990 and joined Totalserve in 2005, were she has a pivotal role in handling complex corporate transactions mainly for big groups of companies.

Specializing on Cyprus companies but also handling overseas companies, Aggela is involved with all corporate administration aspects that may be needed.

Alexandra Chrysanthopoulou serves as the resident Representative of our London Office, where she oversees operations and manages UK-specific matters for the companies under our administration.

With over a decade of experience in educational and administrative roles, Alexandra has a strong background in training, mentoring, and coordinating conferences.

She holds a Master’s degree in Psychology of Child Development and a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Her diverse experience and strategic approach enable her to effectively manage key corporate functions and promote the interests of our group in the UK.

Andri is the Head of Bookkeeping Department of Totalserve. She is a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC).

Andri is responsible for providing accounting and bookkeeping services and for preparing various reports and management accounts in a format readily available for audit purposes. Additionally, Andri examines clients’ transactions for purposes of validity, completeness and accuracy; whilst at the same time ensuring that these are in line with their economic profile.

Prior to joining Totalserve, Andri worked in the audit industry for many years. Most of her experience was in providing accounting, audit and assurance services, to both local and international client groups, including tax computation, tax planning, financial advisory and consultation.

Angela is the Head of the Banking Department and has more than 20 years of experience in banking matters and oversees the daily operations pertaining to client’s bank accounts. She is in constant communication with clients and banks located across the globe and has thorough knowledge of banking operations.

Angela’s main duties involve the handling of payments (including inward and outward transfers), issuance of visa cards, opening of bank accounts in Cyprus and abroad, internet banking, balances/statements and other banking related matters.

Antonis Markidis is the Manager of our Athens Office, focusing on business development within the Greek market. His primary role involves supporting existing clients while expanding and promoting the expertise of the Totalserve Group.

Antonis holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Accounting from the University of Indianapolis in the United States. With over 25 years of experience in managerial roles across Greece, Romania, and Cyprus, he has a robust background in the banking, insurance, and asset management sectors.

In his 21-year career with Bank of Cyprus as a Premier Customer Unit Officer in the Limassol IBU, Christos dealt with matters such as compliance, due diligence procedures, monitoring operations and transactions, as well as developing new business with existing and new customers by increasing the bank’s portfolio of clients.

In 2013, Christos moved to the professional services industry in an international corporate services provider and advanced up to the position of Manager in Banking Liaison and Project Management. He was inter alia responsible for building and managing strong relationships with banks and investment institutions, providing support and guidance to departments on Banking, Client Service, and Business Development matters, monitoring projects, setting KPIs and driving growth, while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations and maintaining high-quality standards. Since 2021, Christos is a holder of CYSEC Advanced Financial Services Legal Framework Diploma.

In his capacity as the Group COO, Christos is collaborating closely with the management and CEO to set and implement the company’s strategic vision and long-term operational plans as well as oversee daily operations, ensuring they align with group goals and performance targets.

Demetris holds a Bachelor of Arts from the Aristotle University of Greece and a Master of Arts from the University of Reading.

He has 15 years of experience in compliance matters and he is responsible for reviewing and monitoring client records, in accordance with the AML/CFT compliance procedures and the relevant regulations.

He has served as a member of the AML Compliance Affairs Committee of the Cyprus Fiduciary Association for two consecutive terms.

He has successfully completed the International Diploma in AML offered by the International Compliance Association in association with the University of Manchester, which is one of the most recognized international qualifications in the sphere of AML.

Demetris is a certified expert in Sanctions Risk Management, Compliance Leadership & Monitoring, as well as in GRC by the Kings Global Career Academy (Dubai/UK).

He is also a member of the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP).

Deneshar holds a Masters in Business Administration with concentration in International Business from Southern New Hampshire University as well as a Bachelor Degree of Science in Business Administration with concentration in Financial Management and a Bachelor Degree of Science with concentration in Management both from Missouri Southern State University. She also holds a Certificate in Corporate and Trust Administration along with an Associate Degree in Science with a concentration in General Business Administration from H. Lavity Stoutt Community College.

Additionally, she hold various certifications with a few being mentioned such as an International Advanced Certificate in Compliance & Financial Crime (with merit) from the International Compliance Association, a Corporate Secretary Foundation Programme certification from The Institute of Governance Institute, certification in Company Compliance and Administration from The Institute of Governance Institute, Certificate in International Trust Management from the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and an advanced Certificate in Trust Law and Practice (International) (with merit).

Deneshar is responsible for the entire operations of our British Virgin Islands office. She has over 20 years of extensive experience in the financial services industry and has been responsible for the provision of a wide variety of services to corporate entities and high net worth individuals worldwide.

Despo is largely responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of Totalserve’s accounting and credit control departments.  Her role is supported by her vast accounting experience and comprehensive knowledge of the firm’s accounting and financial matters that Despo possesses.   

Having been with Totalserve for more than twenty years, Despo has gained a wealth of know-how and understanding of accounting and other related matters relating to the Group.

Doros is in charge of the management, development and enhancement of Totalserve’s network technologies and security. 

He is highly accomplished in Windows, Novel, UNIX, Linux and other related operating systems and networks. He also specialises in Multimedia Technologies and internet business. 

Doros is a member of the association of Accounting Technicians.

Eirini graduated in law from the University of Surrey and further holds an L.L.M in International Commercial Law from the University of Reading. She was admitted to the Cyprus Bar Association in 2015.

Eirini has worked in the corporate & commercial, as well as banking, departments of reputable law firms and corporate service providers in Cyprus where she acquired significant experience in areas including, inter alia, corporate governance, compliance, corporate re-organisations and restructurings, administrative matters, drafting and reviewing of all types of legal documents, opinions, real-estate agreements and contracts etc.

In her current position Eirini acts as a team leader to a team of corporate administrators and manages a portfolio of corporate clients. She specialises in the field of corporate and commercial law by advising clients on formation of Cyprus and foreign corporate entities, corporate governance matters, corporate re-structurings, by drafting and reviewing of various legal agreements, contracts and corporate documents as well as advising on corporate transaction documents.

With over 20 years of experience in corporate administration of Cyprus and overseas companies, Koula brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to her role as Senior Assistant to the Corporate Department.

Koula has a diploma in office studies. Specializing on BVI companies, her main duties include incorporations, redomiciliations, mergers and all needed corporate administration aspects.

Maria is an expert corporate administrator with more than 20 years of experience in the corporate sector.

Since 2009, Maria has served as a Senior Assistant of the Corporate Department of Totalserve Management Ltd, assigned with a central role in managing complex corporate transactions in various jurisdictions (mainly overseas) and overseeing a large portfolio of clients.

Marilyn holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Master of International Commercial Law, both from the University of Surrey. She further holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Intellectual Property Law and Practice with specialisation in patent drafting from Bournemouth University. She was admitted to the Cyprus Bar Association in 2014.

At the beginning of her legal career, Marilyn worked as a trainee lawyer at a prestigious law firm, where she trained in a general spectrum of litigation, corporate and employment law matters by preparing pleadings and presenting cases before the District Court.

In her current position, Marilyn acts as a team leader to a team of corporate administrators and manages a portfolio of corporate clients. She specialises in the field of corporate and commercial law by advising clients on formation of Cyprus and foreign corporate entities, corporate governance matters, corporate re-structurings and by drafting and reviewing of various legal agreements, contracts and corporate documents. 

She also assists corporate clients with the coordination and completion of multi-million acquisition deals in cross-border transactions by drafting, negotiating and reviewing corporate transaction documents and ensuring compliance with notification obligations to the relevant authorities. Further, she advises clients on the various aspects of the granting of charges, pledges and other securities over the assets of corporate entities.

Marios is a graduate of the London School of Economics, from which he holds an BSc degree in Accounting and Finance. He is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA), a Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC) and also holds the Advanced Diploma in International Taxation (ADIT) qualification. He has also served as Secretary of ICPAC’s Corporate Governance, Internal Audit and Risk Management Committee.

Prior to joining Totalserve, Marios worked in the tax departments of two Big Four accounting firms for a number of years, thereby possessing a solid background and experience in all matters relating to Cyprus taxation.

In his current position, Marios is involved in providing tax consultancy services to a wide array of clients, as well as undertaking tax planning and tax structuring projects.

Nikos is the Head of Marketing and Business Communications of the Totalserve Group.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in Marketing with a specialization in Internet Marketing, an MBA with a specialization in direct Marketing, and is also a Fellow member (FCIM) of The Chartered Institute of Marketing (UK).

He has over 20 years of hands-on experience in various management and marketing positions in Greece and Cyprus, including similar positions with Cyprus companies in the professional services industry.

With his appointment as Head of Marketing and Business Communications in Totalserve he aims to (in his words) “Elevate our Brands in the minds of our clients, associates and people”.

Nikos is handling the Marketing strategy of Totalserve Group that includes media relations, content, direct communication and other.

Olga Yennari serves as a Senior Compliance Officer at Totalserve. Her primary responsibilities include reviewing and monitoring client records and transactions to ensure compliance with AML/CFT compliance procedures.

Olga holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and Public Administration with a specialization in Accounting from the University of Cyprus. She is a Chartered Accountant (ACA) and a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC). Additionally, she holds an International Compliance Association (ICA) certification in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) for ICPAC and CBA members.

Before joining Totalserve, Olga worked for several years in the audit and AML compliance department of a Big Four accounting firm, gaining substantial expertise in both fields.

Peter is a Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant.

He has more than 50 years of experience in international tax planning and trusts and has practiced both in Cyprus and the UK.  Peter contributes articles regularly in the international professional press and lectures on international tax planning and trusts.

He is a member of the International Tax Planning Association, Council member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), the Founder of STEP Cyprus and a member of various other international accounting, tax and trusts associations.

Peter is the Honorary Consul of Cape Verde in Cyprus.

Simoni graduated in law from Lancaster University, and further holds an LL.M in Commercial Law from the University of Bristol. She was later admitted to the Cyprus Bar Association in 2013.

Prior to joining Totalserve, Simoni has worked in the corporate and commercial department of a reputable law firm in Limassol where she acquired significant experience in areas including, inter alia, corporate governance, compliance, corporate re-organisations and restructurings, administrative matters, drafting and reviewing of all types of legal documents, opinions, agreements and contracts etc.

Simoni also worked as a senior legal consultant in the legal department of a large debt servicing company, dealing with all legalities on corporate and retail debt recovery to all real-estate transactions of any kind.

In her current position, and under the capacity of a team leader, Simoni is involved in corporate matters and deals with the administrative and legal elements of Cyprus and foreign companies. She is also responsible for reviewing and drafting legal agreements and documents.

With over 20 years of expertise in corporate administration of Cyprus and BVI companies, Spyroula brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to her role as Senior Assistant to the Corporate Department.

Spyroula has a diploma in office studies and her main duties in Totalserve include assistance with incorporations, redomiciliations, mergers as well as all needed corporate administration aspects.

Stavros obtained his LL.B (Hons) Law degree from the University of Liverpool in the UK, and further holds an LL.M in European Law from the University of Leiden in the Netherlands. He was later admitted to the Cyprus Bar Association in 2021. Stavros is fluent in the Greek and English languages and has a basic understanding of Dutch and Mandarin Chinese.

Prior to joining Totalserve, Stavros has worked as an associate lawyer in the corporate department of a reputable law firm in Limassol as well as at a reputable global administrative service provider with offices in Limassol, where he acquired significant experience in areas including, inter alia, corporate governance and compliance regulations in a number of jurisdictions, corporate restructurings for Cyprus and offshore companies and trusts, BVI law expertise on Economic Substance, BOSS and Annual Financial Return reporting, Cyprus companies’ Foreign Interest applications and immigration/work permit applications for third-country nationals, administrative and court matters, drafting and reviewing of all types of legal documents, opinions, agreements and contracts etc.

In his current position Stavros manages a portfolio of corporate clients and under the capacity of a team leader he is involved in corporate matters and deals with the administrative and legal elements of Cyprus and offshore companies by advising clients on the incorporation of Cyprus and offshore corporate entities, corporate governance and restructurings, drafting and reviewing of legal agreements, contracts as well as advising on corporate transaction documents.

Steve is a senior credit controller within Totalserve’s Accounts Department. He has more than 14 years of experience in credit management. His main duties include invoicing coordination and supervision, credit control, relevant monitoring as well as dealing with intra-group related matters.

Xenia holds a Bachelor of Laws from The University of Sheffield and a Master of Commercial Law from University of Bristol and has successfully completed a professional course in Arbitration Law at the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Cyprus Branch). She is a member of the Cyprus Bar Association and a member of Arbitrators in the Charted Institute of Arbitrators.

Xenia is a PhD candidate in the University of Cyprus and her research topic examines the area of Intellectual Property. 

At the beginning of her legal career, she worked as a trainee lawyer at a prestigious law firm, where she was involved in litigation and corporate matters. Xenia gained international expertise whilst dealing with multiple legal issues in various jurisdictions worldwide and currently has extensive experience in corporate finance transactions, corporate and commercial law, intellectual property, liquidation proceedings, data protection matters and drafting and reviewing of contacts.

In her current position, Xenia has a broad commercial practice with particular focus in technology, data protection law, intellectual property and e-commerce. She also advises on privacy related issues across all industries in the likes of communication companies, pharmaceutical and health care organizations. Xenia is also assisting companies with establishing and maintaining data privacy and security compliance matters and is drafting and reviewing commercial transaction documents.

Xenia is also the Data Protection Officer of Totalserve, ensuring compliance of the group with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). 

Xenia was the author of articles published in Mondaq, one of which was awarded and ranked as very popular in the topic of Data Protection Law.

She also teaches Business Law to undergraduates at a local University.

Yulia Likhacheva Iosiphidou is the Head of Totalserve’s CIS Operations.  She is a highly experienced administrator in the corporate and trust services sector.

Having graduated from the Plekhanov International Higher Business School in Moscow in Psychology of Management, Yulia moved to Cyprus where she has been living and working for more than 15 years.