Hands-On Empowerment: Exclusive Workshops at the Women in STEM Cyprus Summit 2025
As part of the 2nd Women in STEM Cyprus Summit — “Voices of Change”, co-organized by Women in Tech® Cyprus and TechIsland, a dynamic series of interactive workshops will take place in parallel with the main stage sessions on Friday, 21 November 2025, in Nicosia.
Designed to translate inspiration into action, these workshops provide a space for skill-building, personal growth, and meaningful exchange. Each session focuses on a practical dimension of empowerment — from amplifying women’s voices and navigating non-technical career paths in tech to building financial confidence and investing for long-term success.
Participation is free, but separate registration is required for each workshop, and seating is limited. All information and registration links for each workshop can be found here: https://womenintech-cyprus.org/
Workshop 1: Amplify Your Voice — Leveraging Networks & Communities for Real Impact
🕚 11:00 – 11:50 | Facilitator: Biljana Kocevska Adam, Senior Associate Director, Human Resources, MUFG Investor Services
In today’s fast-moving tech landscape, your voice becomes stronger when it’s supported — and strategically amplified — by the right networks and communities. This interactive workshop explores how women can use professional communities, peer circles, and advocacy networks to:
increase visibility and influence,
unlock opportunities for career growth and leadership,
navigate environments where their contributions may be overlooked,
and build the kind of support system that makes their voice carry further.
Participants will learn practical techniques for activating their network, showing up with intention, and creating connections that genuinely move their careers forward. Register here.
Workshop 2: Non-Tech Career in Tech
🕛 12:00 – 12:50 | Facilitator: Anna Gurina, Chief Revenue Officer, INXY Payments
Technology careers aren’t limited to coding. This workshop unveils how non-technical roles drive innovation, product growth, and client success across the tech industry. Together, we’ll explore real career tracks, understand what transferable skills look like for professionals from various backgrounds, and identify how to bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be.
By the end of the session, you will walk away with:
A Top-20 list of non-technical roles in tech with short descriptions and first-step ideas.
A Value Translation Table showing how to express your skills in business-impact terms.
Practical tools to map your next step and “test-drive” your desired role in tech.
Attendees are invited to submit their career stories or transition challenges in advance for possible live discussion and feedback. Register here.
Workshop 3: Own Your Money, Thrive in Life — Boost Your Financial Wellbeing
🕐 13:00 – 13:50 | Facilitator: Dr. Maryam Kazemi Manesh, Senior Project Delivery Manager, GILAWA Ltd
This interactive workshop explores how financial wellbeing can empower your professional and personal growth. From the first steps in your career to long-term success, you will learn strategies to set and achieve meaningful financial goals and understand the connection between financial confidence and life fulfillment.
Through engaging guided discussions and “hot-seat” reflections on salary, investment, and financial security, participants will gain:
Actionable insights tailored to your career level
Practical tools for smarter financial choices
A renewed perspective on financial independence
Register for this workshop here.
Workshop 4: Women & Investments — Empowering Women to Build & Grow Wealth
🕑 14:00 – 14:50 | Facilitator: Michaella Savva, Manager, Wealth Management, Investment Services, Eurobank Ltd
Workshop Partner: Eurobank
Women’s earning power continues to rise, yet the wealth gap persists. This session will present data and real-world insights on how women can shift from saving to investing – taking practical steps towards financial independence and long-term wealth growth. Register for this workshop here.
Join the Movement
The Women in STEM Cyprus Summit 2025 is more than a conference — it’s a movement for systemic change and collective empowerment. Alongside the main stage sessions at The Loft Bar & Restaurant (UNIC Rooftop), these workshops offer a rare opportunity to connect, learn, and grow in a supportive, inspiring environment.
🔗 Entrance to the Summit is free with pre-registration.
To register for the Summit and the workshops, and to explore the full agenda, visit womenintech-cyprus.org.
The Women in STEM Cyprus Summit is organized under the auspices of His Excellency the President of the Republic of Cyprus, and the support of:
Gold Sponsor: MUFG Investor Services
Silver Sponsors: Adsterra, University of Nicosia
Bronze Sponsors: Alphamega, i-Con, Parimatch, INXY Payments
Workshop Partner: Eurobank
Community Partners: Girls in STEAM Academy, Unity Growth, Cyprus Computer Society
Media Partners: SigmaLive ENG, Cyprus Mail, Digital Tree, FFWD, Panis News
Also read: 2nd Women in STEM Cyprus Summit: Voices of Change
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