Philippos A. Leandrou, NBRI member

Technology executive with over 35 years of progressive leadership in designing, developing, and implementing cutting-edge IT solutions in the banking and financial services sectors.

An alumnus of the National Technical University of Athens and Granfield University Business School complemented by an analytical and Innovation-focused approach, have resulted in award-winning projects and enduring contributions to the evolution of digital practices in the country.

During the 2013 Cyprus financial crisis, as the Head of Information Technology Services at the Bank of Cyprus Group, he successfully implemented the globally unique bail-in process, followed by an award-winning merge and consolidation project of the country’s two major financial institutions.

Since 2018, he has operated as an independent technology strategy advisor and established a business technology and innovation academy.

With an eye toward the future, his strategic focus now embraces emerging technologies, ensuring that his contributions continue to drive digital transformation and inspire new generations of tech leaders across both public and private sectors.