President Nikos Christodoulides has appointed Mr. Dimitris Skouridis as the new Chief Scientist for Research, Innovation, and Technology. Recognizing the paramount importance of research, innovation, and the seamless integration of digital technologies, President Christodoulides has entrusted Mr. Skouridis with the significant responsibility of spearheading Cyprus' scientific endeavors.

The role of the Chief Scientist has been thoughtfully expanded to encompass not only research and innovation but also to address the ever-evolving landscape of technology. Mr. Skouridis, as the new Chief Scientist, is tasked with fostering a closer synergy between academia, industry, and emerging technologies to enhance the nation's overall productivity and development. Mr. Skouridis' appointment heralds a strategic investment in Cyprus' future, which aligns seamlessly with the country's ambitious Vision 2035—a vision that strives to build a resilient economy capable of addressing the challenges of the modern era.

With his expertise, Mr. Skouridis will play a pivotal role in advising and accelerating the country's progress towards the objectives of the Digital Europe 2030 initiative. Furthermore, as a catalyst for its implementation, he will be instrumental in driving tangible results in the digital domain. Strengthening collaboration with the industry will be a key focus, ensuring that the private sector can fully leverage the potential of cutting-edge technologies.

Moreover, with the Chief Scientist's guidance, the Research and Innovation Foundation is set to achieve even greater milestones. By fostering a culture of innovation, streamlining research efforts, and promoting interdisciplinary cooperation, Cyprus will be positioned to stand at the forefront of scientific progress.

Mr. Skouridis boasts an impressive academic background—a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with a specialization in Software Engineering from Arizona State University in the USA, coupled with an MBA from the esteemed Henley Management College in the United Kingdom.

His pursuit of knowledge has taken him to leading institutions across the world, where he has honed his expertise in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data monetization, and sales strategies. He has undergone specialized training programs at prestigious universities such as Columbia, Stanford, MIT, and Harvard.

Drawing from his experience, Mr. Skouridis has worked with renowned technology giants, including Oracle and Amazon Web Services. Since joining Oracle Cyprus in 2006, he has progressively advanced through the ranks, assuming key leadership positions in various regions, including Southeast Europe and Commonwealth countries.

During his career, Mr. Skouridis played an instrumental role in establishing Cloud Partner Excellence Centers across the globe. These centers have paved the way for innovation, enabling partners to conceptualize groundbreaking solutions and bring them to market, thus driving significant revenue growth.

In his most recent role at Amazon Web Services in Dubai, Mr. Skouridis served as an Industry Strategist for commercial sales in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region. His leadership and strategic insights were pivotal in facilitating innovative solutions for the financial services, retail, manufacturing, and energy sectors.