The Founding General Assembly of the Association of Greek Professionals of Cyprus (SELEK) has been held in Nicosia, marking the establishment of a new, independent and non-profit professional body with a pan-Cypriot scope and a clear institutional orientation.
As noted in a relevent press release, the establishment of SELEK reflects the maturation and dynamics of the Greek business and scientific presence in Cyprus, which in recent years has been developing in a multidisciplinary and extroverted manner, creating the need for organised representation, strategic coordination and stable institutional interconnection.
Of particular importance to the project is the fact that SELEK operates under the auspices and in institutional consultation with the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), strengthening its credibility, institutional weight and synergy with the official bodies of the Republic of Cyprus, the announcement noted.
Clear institutional framework and management principles
"SELEK operates under a Statute that clearly defines the structures and procedures of administration, with the General Assembly as the supreme body and the Board of Directors as the executive body. Its institutional architecture ensures transparency, accountability and collective responsibility, cultivating a culture of good administration and organizational consistency," the announcement said.
Immediately after the conclusion of the Founding General Assembly, the first meeting of the newly elected Board of Directors was held, during which the body was fully operational, determining its administrative structure and the responsibilities of the members.
The composition of the Board of Directors is as follows:
- President: Costas Daltas
- Vice President: Konstantinos Kosmas
- Secretary: Angelos Chontoulidis
- Treasurer: Filippos Markou
- Members: Dimitrios Kakounis, Gregoris Kamperis, George Bitoulas
Statement by SELEK President, Costas Daltas
In his statement, the President of SELEK, Costas Daltas, stated, "The establishment of the Association of Greek Professionals of Cyprus is a mature and necessary institutional initiative. Our professional community in Cyprus now has the potential and responsibility to acquire an organised voice and a common strategic orientation.
SELEK expresses the choice of unity and collective action. We believe that collaboration multiplies the strength of each member and strengthens the overall footprint of our community.
The operation of the Association under the auspices of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry is a guarantee of institutional seriousness and strategic synergy. We start with a clear purpose, transparency and commitment to accountability. We are laying the foundations today for an organised, reliable and outgoing presence that will contribute substantially to the economic and institutional development of the country."
In his statement, the Secretary General of the CCCI, Philokypros Rousounidis, emphasised the importance of this institutional initiative and welcomed SELEK under the umbrella of the Chamber.
"It is with great pleasure that we welcome to the family of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry the newly established Association of Greek Professionals of Cyprus, the creation of which took place under the auspices and within the framework of the initiatives of the CCCI.
The establishment of the Association is an important and targeted initiative, which strengthens networking, cooperation and the utilization of the experience and expertise of Greek professionals operating in Cyprus.
The CCCI, as the institutional spokesperson for business, continues to take on an active role in creating bridges of cooperation and strengthening the business ecosystem, promoting actions that enhance the extroversion and competitiveness of our economy.
We are confident that the Association will constitute an essential pillar in strengthening business ties between Cyprus and Greece, dynamically contributing to the further development of economic activity.
We look forward to a close, substantial and productive cooperation for the benefit of businesses and the local economy," he said.
A mission with a strategic orientation and a substantial footprint
The central mission of SELEK is to strengthen and promote the professional, business, scientific and social interests of Greeks active in Cyprus. At the same time, it seeks to systematically develop synergies between its members and the institutional interconnection of the community with bodies in Cyprus, Greece and the European Union.
Through organised actions, conferences, educational initiatives and participation in national and European programs, the Association aspires to create added value for its members, while strengthening the positive footprint of the Greek professional community in the Cypriot economy and society. More information can be found at https://selek.cy/.
