Paul Mahal PARTNER Office: Palo Alto (USA)
Dr. George Economou PARTNER Office: Limassol (Cyprus)
Andronikos Andronikou
Andronikos is a distinguished leader with a truly global perspective, bringing a wealth of international experience across a broad spectrum of industries. Throughout his remarkable career, he has excelled in senior leadership positions in Banking, Real Estate, Investment, Technology and Capital Raising, making a significant impact in regions such as the UK, Greece, Romania, Cyprus, and Qatar.
Andronikos’s passion for cutting-edge technology, particularly in frontier and space tech, is a driving force behind his dynamic involvement in international M&A and capital raising for tech companies. His banking prowess is evidenced by his adept management of distressed real estate portfolios exceeding $2 billion, with asset sales surpassing $400 million in a single year.
An MRICS-accredited expert specializing in Property Finance and Investments, Andronikos has successfully steered numerous real estate developments, focusing on resort and residential projects. He leads IERO Capital, is a partner at the Swiss M&A firm Millenium Associates, and serves as a Venture Partner at DNAnx, a global capital-raising and advisory firm.
Andronikos’s academic foundation in Mechanical Engineering, enhanced by an MBA and an MSc in Real Estate Investment from Cass Business School (UK), equips him with a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic business acumen. This rare combination drives success across diverse industries, enabling him to lead with vision and deliver outstanding results on a global scale. In every role, Andronikos demonstrates a commitment to innovation, excellence, and strategic growth, making him a formidable force in the international business arena.
Partner
Palo Alto
Paul Mahal
Paul brings over 25 years of semiconductor expertise, spanning roles in engineering, technology, and executive leadership at prominent companies like Philips/Signetics, Catalyst, KLA Tencor, Novellus, and Lam Research. His global impact is evident through collaborations with MIT, Sematech, Seiko, Oki, and Thompson-SGS, driving innovation forward. With a vision for humanitarian progress, he collaborates with the United Nations to establish Silicon Valley Innovation Labs. As a co-founder of Sem-India, he spearheaded a joint venture with AMD, aiming to initiate a $3B semiconductor manufacturing project in India. Through partnerships with AARDO, Paul aims to democratize technology access across 30+ countries, representing a population of 2.5 billion. At Stanford’s Ideal Village, he advocates for the global deployment of emerging technologies. With a US semiconductor patent to his name, Paul exemplifies a steadfast commitment to technological advancement, international collaboration, and societal betterment. Paul’s interests extend far beyond semiconductors, encompassing energy/power, clean/green technology, agriculture, water, transportation, drones, flying cars, medical/healthcare, and more. Dedicated to advancing these fields for the betterment of society, he collaborates with Dr. Ashok Khosla of Development Alternatives, Home of Hope, and several other organizations on philanthropic initiatives aimed at improving the lives of people worldwide.
Partner
Limassol
Dr. George Economou
Dr. Economou epitomizes a versatile business luminary, boasting a rich tapestry of expertise across various sectors. With a Doctor of Economics from the esteemed Technical University Berlin, his illustrious career spans academia, consultancy, and corporate leadership. As a Technology Consultant for the European Union Innovation Programme, he orchestrated financing endeavours, liaising with venture capitalists and business angels. Transitioning into academia, he lectured on finance and economics, imprinting his wisdom at the Technical University Berlin. His entrepreneurial spirit ignited ventures in real estate and healthcare property development. Notably, as Director at a UAE-based Real Estate Investment company, he navigated Europe’s real estate investment landscape with finesse. Co-founding a European-based Healthcare company, he pioneered premier private Rehabilitation Centres and Hospitals. His tenure as Administration and Finance Director at one of the biggest property developers and hoteliers in the Mediterranean oversaw the monumental Mega Mixed-Use property development. Renowned for assertiveness and negotiation prowess, Dr. Economou is fluent in English, German, and Greek. Currently, Dr.
Economou wields directorial influence at the Cyprus State Petroleum Storage Company Ltd and the China International Investors Association, shaping global business paradigms. Additionally, he manages the real estate portfolio of CDB Bank, further extending his influence and expertise in the realm of global business and finance.
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