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Made In Cyprus | Big biz stories from a tiny island

Made In Cyprus | Big biz stories from a tiny island

By: Martin Zarian @Factory 39
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Made in Cyprus," the first English podcast that takes you behind the scenes of building a business and brand on this small but mighty island.

Join us as we explore the big business stories from a tiny island, diving deep into the journeys of the people putting Cyprus on the global map.

From the challenges to the triumphs, "Made in Cyprus" shines a light on the individuals putting Cyprus on the global map, embodying the spirit of "mitsi alla rotsi" — small but mighty!

Brought to you by Factory 39, hosted by Martin Zarian.

Martin Zarian @Factory 39
Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • From Wargaming to AI: Sergey Osipov on Innovation from Cyprus
    Sep 2 2025

    In this episode of Made in Cyprus, we sit down with Sergey Osipov - entrepreneur, designer, and co-founder of global ventures including Wargaming and Placy AI. Sergey shares his journey from Belarus to Cyprus, and how living on the island pushes entrepreneurs to think globally from day one.We dive into the intersection of branding, technology, and artificial intelligence, exploring how AI is reshaping industries, why creativity is more important than ever, and what it means to build products for both people and robots. Sergey also reflects on Cyprus as a hub for innovation, the balance between work and lifestyle, and why passion and adaptability are the keys to thriving in an era of constant change.It’s a wide-ranging conversation about business, creativity, and the future of technology straight from one of Cyprus’ most dynamic entrepreneurial voices.Brought to you by Factory 39 and Martin Zarian.

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    48 mins
  • Building Marketing Communities with Stavriana Nathanail
    Aug 5 2025

    In this episode of Made in Cyprus, Martin sits down with Stavriana Nathanail, marketing strategist, CMO, and host of Clicks & Cocktails, to talk about the evolution of Cyprus’ marketing scene. They dive into the power of localisation, why community matters more than competition, and how brands on the island can embrace collaboration to grow. Stavriana also shares her journey from startup dreamer to marketing leader, and why passion, hustle, and people-first thinking are at the heart of every great campaign.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • From Trauma to Trust: Stephanos & Helene on Authentic Relationships
    Jul 1 2025

    Relationships, emotional health, and authenticity — these are topics that impact us all but often stay buried beneath surface-level conversations. In this episode of Made in Cyprus, we sit down with Stephanos Ioannou, psychologist and founder of the Limassol Psychological Well-being Center, and Helene Alexi Ioannides, systemic therapist and authenticity coach, to explore the power of inner work and the dynamics of building a relationship that truly grows with you.


    From generational trauma and toxic patterns to returning to Cyprus and raising a family with intention, Stephanos and Helene open up about their personal journey, their professional insights and the daily practice of staying emotionally connected and honest.


    Whether you’re in a relationship, navigating your own personal development, or curious about the mental health movement in Cyprus, this episode offers an honest and inspiring look into what it really takes to love and live authentically.


    Brought to you by Factory 39 and Martin Zarian.

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    54 mins
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