Our Team
Giorgos Giorgakis
Giorgos Giorgakis is the founder and Managing Director of Eurosuccess Consulting. He has graduated from the European University of Cyprus, with a Master Degree (MBA) in Business Administration in July 2008. He has developed, managed and implemented more than 90 EU and National projects (FP, LLP, JUSTICE, ERASMUS +, COSME, RIF etc.) Mr Giorgakis is also the Coordinator of the VET and training activities for Eurosuccess, which is accredited as VET Center by the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus – the relevant public authority as regards to training and education. As regards to the participation of professional bodies and associations at EU level, Mr Giorgakis is the National Representative for Cyprus, at European Forum of Vocational Education and Training (EfVET). Under this capacity, Mr Giorgakis is actively participating into various working groups, trainings, events and conferences contributing in this way to the development of the EU strategies as well as supporting all relevant organizations, in Cyprus and abroad.
Vanesha Tiffany Pillay is a Marketing and Networking Manager. She holds a BA Honors in Digital Media with a Year in Industry by the University of Leeds, UK. She has ad agency experience as well as in-house, both in the UK and Cyprus. She has worked both with local and global clients and in various market verticals. She has a dedication for creating impactful campaigns and building strong relationships with clients. Additionally, she is passionate in social and cultural matters and volunteers for an initiative that aims to boost social innovation & inclusion through agro-entrepreneurship practices, collaboration and community building.
Vanesha Tiffany Pillay
Irini Iacovidou
Irini Iacovidou is the Head of the Projects Department. She holds an MSc in International Relations and Diplomacy from Leiden University, in the Netherlands and a Bachelor’s degree in History from the University of York in the UK. Through her professional experience, she has honed her project management skills delivering processes of quality, facilitating, and catering to the needs of the partners and stakeholders for a seamless experience. Her track record includes the implementation and monitoring of projects under, inter alia, Erasmus+ centralised, Erasmus+ decentralised and COSME. Throughout her academic experience, she has strived to enhance her research expertise and during her years at Leiden University, Irini has become a published author and editor.
Dr Petros Petrikkos is the Head of Proposals & Tenders Department. He holds a PhD in International Relations and European Studies from the University of Nicosia, an MSc in Conflict Studies from the London School of Economics and Political Science, and a BA (Hons) in International Relations from Queen Mary, University of London. He has vast experience in research and funded projects, coordinating activities and managing projects, whilst also designing, writing, implementing, and monitoring funded projects under, inter-alia, Erasmus+, CERV, the European Regional Development Fund, Horizon Europe, as well as other national programmes. Additionally, he has also advised international organisations, such as EU bodies and UN agencies, as well as the government of the Republic of Cyprus. Throughout his academic experience, Petros has also published in scientific journals and has worked as Adjunct Professor of International Relations.
Petros Petrikkos
Antonia Nikolaidou
Antonia Nikolaidou is a Senior Project Manager and Researcher. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Sciences from the Cyprus University of Technology, which enabled her to gain professional experience as a speech and language therapist. She also obtained a Research Master’s degree in Linguistics from the University of Groningen, during which she successfully completed a research internship at the Communication and Neurodevelopment Lab at Boston University. Her studies allowed her to explore topics related to language development in children facing communication difficulties and neurodevelopmental disorders. She is fluent in Greek and English, while she also has some knowledge of French. In addition, she has participated in training on reproductive and sexual health and gender rights.
Anna Argyrou is a Project Manager and Researcher. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English studies from the University of Cyprus, providing her with a rounded education in disciplines such as Literature, Translation, and Linguistics. She also obtained a Master’s degree in Theoretical and Applied Linguistics from the Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona, during which she refined her knowledge in issues pertaining to the study of language. She has also completed her Master’s dissertation analysing the syntactic complexity of patients suffering from Aphasia giving her a solid background in the linguistic and cognitive mechanisms underlying language disorders. She is fluent in Greek and English, while she is actively learning Spanish. In addition, she has experience in the education sector in both Cyprus and Spain, working with learners of diverse ages and academic abilities.
Anna Argyrou
Efi Rousi
Efi Rousi holds the position of Operations and Support Manager at Eurosuccess Consulting. She has a degree in Journalism from the University of Salford in the UK and a master’s degree in Human Resources Management and Corporate Strategy from CIM. As part of her master’s dissertation, she focused on modern methods for enhancing employee motivation and productivity, taking into account the changing needs of the contemporary labour market. She has experience in the consulting field, having worked as an Education Consultant, and throughout her professional career, she has developed strong partnerships and relationships of trust with clients, providing substantial support and guidance in services related to the development and operation of their businesses. She is fluent in Greek and English and has knowledge of French, and she is known for her professionalism, communication skills, and human-centred approach.