From Zero // Startup Stories, Unfiltered
Unfiltered startup stories come to life with the launch of From Zero in Cyprus
Cyprus is getting a new space for founders, technologists, creatives, and aspiring entrepreneurs to connect and share the raw side of building companies. From Zero is a startup event series and community dedicated to those building from nothing, with each session spotlighting a different angle of the entrepreneurial journey — real, practical, and unfiltered.
The first session will take place on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, bringing together inspiring speakers, hands-on lessons, and plenty of room for networking over drinks and bites.
The Program
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18:30 – 19:00 Gathering & drinks
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19:00 – 19:15 Spotlight session
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19:15 – 20:00 Founder talk with Q&A
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20:00 – 21:30 Mingling & networking
Speakers
Michael Hadjijoseph – Co-founder of Stagedoor
Michael will share his journey of resilience and perseverance, from navigating pivots during COVID to Stagedoor’s eventual acquisition by Trafalgar Entertainment in 2022. A product and growth-minded entrepreneur, Michael has also held roles at Onefinestay and PeoplePerHour, and most recently served as Director of Strategy Development at Trafalgar Tickets.
Constantinos Christodoulides – Founder of Zuki
In the Spotlight session, Constantinos will introduce Zuki, a platform founded in 2025 that connects small service businesses with their clients, helping automate admin tasks, ensure timely payments, and streamline customer interactions. A graduate of the IDEA 2025 cohort, Constantinos brings strong expertise as a data scientist, having worked at Spotify on fraud detection, DWP Digital, and in consulting for financial institutions.
Community and Support
From Zero is powered by a community-driven spirit, with support from leading sponsors:
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Google Developer Group Cyprus, an independent network supporting the island’s tech community through talks, workshops, and events.
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Pale Blue, a software engineering firm delivering tailored software solutions globally and running its own startup studio.
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QBeat Academy, offering expert-led courses to help professionals and teams sharpen their skills in the digital era.
With From Zero, Cyprus’ startup ecosystem is gaining a new forum where founders and innovators can speak openly, share real stories, and build stronger connections.
