Antigoni has been working as a primary education teacher for 17 years. Since January 2019, she have been assigned the position of the CEO at Junior Achievement Cyprus.

Aside from her degree in Teaching, she holds an MA in Educational Leadership and a PGCE in Gifted Education. She is currently a PhD Candidate studying Environmental Entrepreneurship Education at the Cyprus University of Technology.

During the past twelve years, she coordinated 5 European projects under the Erasmus+ and Comenius schemes and took part in many European seminars, meetings and projects. In 2017, she received the National Award for the Promotion of Entrepreneurship in Cyprus and represented Cyprus in the European Awards for the Promotion of Entrepreneurship.

Emily supports that entrepreneurship is the key towards the next generation’s best development, both academically and professionally. Junior Achievement Cyprus’ mission responds to one of her biggest goals in life; to inspire and help young people to dream big and to discover their potential towards their professional success in the world economy. As a psychology graduate and an educational advisor, she has experience in the field of education and she believes that a community’s future relies on young people and thus their development is of high importance. She believes that Junior Achievement makes a huge impact on students offering them great knowledge and experience and preparing them for a successful future.

In her free time, Emily enjoys dance and sports and she loves travelling. She is also taking part in various events for helping other people in need. Something that really characterizes her is her passion for life and her belief that we can gain knowledge from every situation.

After finishing his Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Entrepreneurship & Management, Marios started working for Junior Achievement Cyprus.

He considers the choice of working for the organization as wise and as the most substantial he could do in relation to his field of studies. 

In an ever-changing world, education should follow the footsteps of evolution. He believes that Junior Achievement influences the education system of our island, towards the upgrade that is needed. 

Feel free to drop by the office in Kyrenias Avenue for a special chat regarding JA programmes and coffee of course. Marios is (almost) always there.

Eleni’s first interaction with JA was in 2021 while she was finishing her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. She participated in the JA StartUp Programme where together with her team they emerged as the national winners with their innovative idea. It was then, that she understood the value of Junior’s Achievement actions and thought of becoming a part of that great team one day. After a year of volunteering in different European countries, she decided to start her career journey in JA Cyprus.

Creative people have traits that they can use in a variety of roles—not just creative ones. Creativity does not solely signify having artistic capabilities, it's a way of thinking. Such people can do wonders in entrepreneurship and in the business world in general. As an artistic person herself involved in entrepreneurism, she wants to encourage others to explore the capabilities of their minds and imagination and use them to thrive in business.

Time to flex those creative muscles and become the creative thinkers we were meant to be!

Christoforos began his journey with Junior Achievement in 2018 during high school, participating in the Company Programme. Five years later, in 2023, he and his team joined the JA StartUp programme, winning the national competition with their innovative idea. This pivotal achievement underscored the essential role that JA plays in fostering Cypriot youth development.

After earning his degree in Business and Public Administration, Christoforos committed to contributing to youth development in Cyprus by joining Junior Achievement. He firmly believes that Cypriot youth have the same potential as their peers abroad, and his involvement with JA Cyprus has enriched him with invaluable skills and experiences. Today, he’s honored to be part of an organization making a meaningful impact on society, especially for young people.

She currently serves as Senior Project Manager and Human Resources Manager at Junior Achievement Cyprus, bringing extensive experience in the design and implementation of research, education, and social impact projects. Previously, she worked as an Expert Research Associate at the Cyprus University of Technology, contributing to European-funded projects with a focus on the prevention of gender-based violence.

Her professional background also includes roles as Tutor at the University of Nicosia Medical School, Project Coordinator at the Mediterranean Institute for Gender Studies, where she worked on gender equality initiatives, Social Worker at the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance, and Educational Psychologist at the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth.

She holds a strong academic background in Educational Psychology and Business Administration, has contributed to multiple academic and professional publications, and remains actively engaged in civil society initiatives related to gender studies and social justice.

Petros first encountered Junior Achievement Cyprus in his final year of university, where the organisation’s mission and approach genuinely surprised and inspired him. This experience shaped his interest in connecting education with real world opportunities. While at university, he broadened his horizons through an Erasmus exchange in Belgium and then completed a Master’s degree in Italy, gaining valuable international knowledge and understanding of different educational and business cultures.

He believes in the strength and potential of people educated in Cyprus and sees Junior Achievement as a bridge between creativity, skills and financial literacy ,
important elements for building impactful and sustainable results. By combining these qualities, he envisions a new generation of Cypriot youth willing to innovate, collaborate and create meaningful change.

Kyriaki Economidou, an optimistic and self-motivated student, is now contributing to the same vision that once inspired her.

She first experienced JA Cyprus as a high school student through the JA Company Programme, where she discovered the excitement of transforming ideas into real projects. Besides her studies, she continued discovering opportunities for growth. Through her her studies in Business and Public Administration, her participation in multiple Erasmus+ programmes across Europe and her background in sports as a rhythmic gymnast, she gained valuable experiences that broadened her perspective on youth empowerment and intercultural collaboration.

She is now bringing this approach to her role as Junior Project Officer at JA Cyprus. To her, education must be experiential and accessible, helping every student build confidence and explore their potential. With energy and creativity, she hopes to inspire more students to take bold steps towards shaping their own future.

I am a Business Administration graduate with a deep belief in the power of young people to lead, create, and turn their dreams into action. With light in my soul, a passion for growth, and respect for each person’s uniqueness, I choose to build environments where smiles, experiences, and knowledge become lifelong assets.

Through my role at JA Cyprus, my goal is to empower young people to believe in themselves, develop leadership skills, and dare to take the first step toward the future they envision. Because every idea deserves the opportunity to flourish.

Chrystalla is a Business Management graduate specializing in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Her role at Junior Achievement Cyprus is closely aligned with both her academic background and personal values, as she strongly believes in the transformative power of entrepreneurial education.

In her position, she supports and coordinates programs that equip students with practical knowledge and hands-on experience, preparing them for the real world. She is passionate about fostering students’ self-confidence, sense of responsibility, and organizational skills, contributing to a meaningful and lasting social impact.

She has also completed an MSc in Digital Marketing, further strengthening her expertise in strategic communication and the digital landscape.