MARVEL Talks

E25 - Cleo Papadopoulou

Episode 25 of #marveltalks features an in-depth conversation with Cleo Papadopoulou, Partner and Chief Inclusion & Diversity Officer at PwC Cyprus.

In this episode, we explore a diverse range of topics that paint a detailed picture of Cleo's unique trajectory in the world of professional services and corporate leadership, as well as her passionate involvement in inclusion and diversity initiatives:

👉 Cleo's early days: Transitioning from an aspiring ballerina in the UK into the field of accounting, Cleo shares her transformative journey and the pivotal moments that redirected her career path.

👉 Professional growth at PwC: Cleo discusses her progression from trainee to the first female partner at PwC Cyprus, highlighting the challenges, milestones, and critical lessons learned along the way.

👉 Inclusion & Diversity Leadership: As Chief Inclusion & Diversity Officer at PWC Cyprus, Cleo addresses common misconceptions about equality, diversity and inclusion and she also examines how biases impact workplace behaviours and the potential risks of DEI initiatives affecting meritocracy.

👉 Learning & Development: As Chief Learning Officer, Cleo outlines her strategies for fostering talent within PwC Cyprus, and whether these strategies are driven by a genuine desire for growth or merely compliance with professional development requirements.

👉 Dance and Choreography: Cleo explains how she balances her passion for dance with her demanding career and draws parallels between the worlds of choreography and leadership.

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E24 - Katerina Andreou

Welcome to Episode 24 of #marveltalks, an enlightening journey into the intricate world of human resources, psychology, and the modern workplace's unique challenges, featuring Katerina Andreou, the founder of HR Innovate, a Psychologist, and a People-Centric Innovator.

 

In this episode, Katerina shares her insights and experiences on a variety of important topics, including:

 

👉 How her multicultural background shaped her HR and people management approach.

👉 The vital role of psychological profiling in effective recruitment and coaching.

👉 Exploring who bears the responsibility for happiness in the workplace: the employer or the employee?

👉 Unpacking the issue of disengaged employees and the silent damage of resentment.

👉 Addressing tokenism in corporate culture, where companies offer superficial benefits without genuine commitment.

👉 Developing strategies to manage narcissistic behaviors and abusive environments to promote healthier workplaces.

👉 Discussing the often-overlooked problem of C-level burnout and depression, revealing the deceptive nature of appearances.

👉 And much more!

 

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#marveltalks #podcast #HRInnovation #psychology #workplacedynamics #personaldevelopment #coaching

 

For more on Katerina Andreou and HR Innovate:

 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katerina-andreou-2080971a/

 

Website: https://hrinnovate.org

 

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Intro song: Daisy performed by Alex Economou, written by Philippos Aristotelous

E23 - Marinos Cleanthous

Welcome to Episode 23 of #marveltalks, featuring a riveting talk with Marinos Cleanthous, an established Intellectual Property Lawyer, author and the Vice President of the Democratic Alliance party in Cyprus.

 

In this conversation, we delve into a thematically diverse 'rabbit hole', covering a vast range of topics including:

 

👉 Marinos' journey into the realm of intellectual property law and the evolution of his passion for safeguarding creative works.

👉 The process of transforming an idea from a mere thought to something that can be legally protected, and the challenges therein.

👉 How Marinos' legal team locked horns with the lawyers of the blockbuster series "Friends" in a fascinating case involving a bar in Agia Napa.

👉 Led Zeppelin being sued for allegedly copying the melody of Stairway to Heaven from an 1968 instrumental piece and the final outcome.

👉 The pressing challenges AI presents to intellectual property law, especially regarding AI-generated content.

👉 The background of Marinos involvement in the Cyprus's political scene and his perspectives on the ideological landscape of Cyprus.

👉 The intractability of the Cyprus problem and a fresh approach.

👉 Insights from Marinos' experience as one of the four chasers in the popular TV game"The Chase," reflecting on the challenges and how such experiences enrich one's personality and approach to learning and success.

 

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#marveltalks #podcast #intellectualproperty #law #politics #learning #personaldevelopment 

 

For more on Marinos Cleanthous: 

 

LinkedIn Profile:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/marinoskleanthous/

 

Website: http://ipcyprus.com/marinos-fr-cleanthous/

 

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E22 -Dimis Michaelides

Welcome to MARVEL Talks, E22, where we’re pleased to welcome Dimis Michaelides, a distinguished speaker, author, and consultant well known for his unique fusion of innovation, creativity, leadership, and magic.

 

In this episode, we embark on an exploratory journey through Dimis' diverse experiences and insights, touching upon:

 

👉 The arc from imagination to innovation. 

👉Unveiling strategies to overcome resistance to change.

👉The importance of Talent, Energy, Method, Structure, and Culture as drivers fostering organisational innovation and progress.

👉The impact of traditional vs. change-embracing societies on creativity.

👉 The intersection between magic, change resistance and leadership.

👉 Reflections on happiness, flow and creativity.

👉 Much more!

 

For more on Dimis Michaelides:

 

LinkedIn Profile:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dimis-org/

 

Website: https://www.dimis.org

 

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Intro song: Daisy performed by Alex Economou, written by Philippos Aristotelous

E21 -Marios Loucaides

Welcome to MARVEL Talks, E21, where we’re pleased to welcome Marios Loucaides, an established consultant with long hands-on experience in diverse industries and functions and a family business governance advisor supporting over 40 family businesses in Cyprus. 

With a proven legacy at the CTC Group and extensive advisory roles, Marios exemplifies the proverbial merger between experience and knowledge, innovation and wisdom.

 

In this episode, we explore:

 

* Marios' bold transition from the Apex of the CTC Group into the vast expanse of business consulting.

* Navigating the emotionally charged landscape of family business governance.

* Key strategies for successful family succession planning.

* Universal success principles across diverse industries, from his unique scientific and managerial lens.

* Key lessons and principles for leaders, managers and professionals.

* Much more!

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For more on Marios Loucaides:

 

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marios-loucaides-b9b779/

 

Website: https://www.synpraxis.net/

 

E20 - Michael Virardi

Welcome to MARVEL Talks, E20, where we're pleased to welcome Michael Virardi, a best-selling author of two books, a trainer, speaker and a proud father of three children. 

Michael is known for his dynamic approach to public speaking, leadership development, and his innovative strategies for personal and organisational success.

In this episode, we uncover:

*  Transitioning from the family business into the speaking world .

* The three greatest challenges in leadership.

* Tips and pitfalls for aspiring coaches.

* The price dilemma: What to charge?

*  To niche or not to niche.

*  Work-Life fit

*  More!

For more on Michael Virardi:

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelvirardi/

Website: https://www.michaelvirardi.com

Michael's commitment to excellence is evident through his profound impact on individuals and businesses worldwide. As a mentor, he has inspired countless professionals to achieve their highest potential, making him a pivotal figure in the realms of personal development and business leadership.

 

Join us as we dive into the inspiring world of self-improvement, leadership, and the power of positive change with one of the industry's most charismatic figures.

 

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E19 - Marianna Prokopi-Demetriades

Transforming Cancer Care Through Biotech Innovation

Welcome to MARVEL Talks, E19, where we're honored to host Dr. Marianna Prokopi-Demetriades, a trailblazer in research oncology and a celebrated figure in the biotech industry. Dr. Prokopi-Demetriades, a Clinical Associate Professor in Research Oncology, is renowned for her innovative approach in personalized medicine, significantly enhancing the quality of life for cancer patients. As a co-founder of three distinguished biotech companies, she's at the forefront of cutting-edge research and development. In this episode, we explore:

* Dr. Prokopi-Demetriades's path to becoming a biotech innovator and entrepreneur.

* The challenges of scaling innovative biotech ventures.

* Insights on fostering workplace diversity and motivating employees.

* The intricate balance of work and life in the high-stakes field of biotech.

For more on Dr. Marianna Prokopi-Demetriades:

* LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-marianna-prokopi-demetriades-52436264/

Company Links:

* https://www.rsl-labs.com/mediskin/

* https://www.promedbioscience.com/en/home

* https://www.theramir.com

Dr. Prokopi-Demetriades's accolades are a testament to her significant contributions to the field. She has been honored with the prestigious Forbes 20WomenInTech Award Cyprus 2023, the TechIsland Award Rising Star 2023, the 2022 King’s Distinguished Alumni Award in STEM, and many more. Her influential role extends to prestigious boards and as a mentor, shaping the next generation of innovators.

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of biotech innovation, leadership, and the relentless pursuit of progress with one of the industry's most influential figures.

Law Firm Marketing - Episode 3 (In Greek)

Legal Directories (in Greek)

In this episode Philippos and Christophoros discuss some key issues concerning legal directories such as:

 

• Do law firms/lawyers need to be on legal directories such as Legal500, Chambers & Partners etc?

   

• What are the pros and cons of being vs not being listed?

• Is it worth the money and effort to being listed?

   

• What are some other non-marketing related benefits?

   

• Other

 

MARVEL Talks Podcast:

https://philarist.com/marvel-talks/

 

LegalMatters Podcast:

https://legalmatters.online/

 

 

Law Firm Marketing - Episode 2 (In Greek)

Law Firm Websites (in Greek)

In this episode Philippos and Christophoros discuss some key issues concerning law firm websites such as:-

 

• Do law firms need a website?
• What is the difference between a social media page and a website?
• What are the five keys for a successful website?
• Traps and pitfalls involving law firm websites
• The importance of maintaining a blog
• Other

 

MARVEL Talks Podcast:

https://philarist.com/marvel-talks/

 

LegalMatters Podcast:

https://legalmatters.online/

 

 

Law Firm Marketing - Episode 1 (In Greek)

These episodes are a joint initiative by two live podcasts namely MARVEL Talks and LegalMatters Online.

 

The pandemic has disrupted traditional business development for lawyers.

 

With face to face meetings and travel dramatically reduced, lawyers have no other option but to embrace a truly hybrid paradigm of marketing with a more vigorous focus on tools and platforms available online.

 

This first introductory episode touched on general matters relating to lawyers and law firms such as:-

 

What is marketing?

What is branding and how does it differ from marketing for lawyers?

 

MARVEL Talks Podcast:

https://philarist.com/marvel-talks/

 

LegalMatters Podcast:

https://legalmatters.online/

 

*In Greek*