Keynote Speaker: 9th Annual Academic Conference
Unveiling New Business Strategies: Bringing Human and Artificial Intelligence Together
Dr. George Melillos has been invited as Keynote Speaker at the 9th Annual Academic Conference organised by the Cyprus Business School (CBS) and the Cyprus Centre for Business Research (CIM), taking place on Saturday, 19th September 2026 at the CIM Nicosia Campus.
Conference Theme: Bringing Human and Artificial Intelligence Together
The conference theme — “Unveiling New Business Strategies: Bringing Human and Artificial Intelligence Together” — reflects one of the most critical questions facing business leaders in Cyprus and globally in 2026: how do organisations harness the power of artificial intelligence while preserving the human judgment, creativity, and relationships that drive sustainable business success?
This is precisely the intersection where Dr. George Melillos operates — bridging the gap between AI technology and practical business strategy, with 20 years of IT leadership experience at the Cyprus Ministry of Defence, Associate Professor positions at 4 Cyprus universities, and a PhD from the Cyprus University of Technology.
About the 9th Annual Academic Conference — CIM Cyprus
The Cyprus Centre for Business Research (CIM) Annual Academic Conference brings together academics, business leaders, and researchers to explore the latest developments in business strategy, management, and technology. The 9th edition focuses on the transformative role of artificial intelligence in reshaping business models, leadership, and organisational strategy.
- Date: Saturday, 19th September 2026
- Venue: CIM Nicosia Campus
- Organiser: Cyprus Business School (CBS) / Cyprus Centre for Business Research (CIM)
- Keynote Speaker: Dr. George Melillos — AI Expert & CAIO Advisor
- Registration: Register on Eventbrite →
- Conference website: cim.ac.cy →
Key Topics — Artificial Intelligence in Business Strategy
Dr. George Melillos’s keynote will address the strategic dimensions of AI adoption for Cyprus businesses and organisations, drawing on his extensive experience as a CAIO Advisor, AI trainer, and researcher:
- How AI is reshaping business strategy and competitive advantage in 2026
- The human-AI collaboration model — where AI enhances, not replaces, human judgment
- Practical AI adoption frameworks for Cyprus organisations
- AI governance and the EU AI Act — what business leaders need to know
- From AI curiosity to AI strategy — building an AI-ready organisation
- The role of the CAIO (Chief AI Officer) in modern organisations
About Dr. George Melillos — Keynote Speaker
Dr. George Melillos is Cyprus’s leading AI Expert and CAIO Advisor. His credentials include:
- PhD — Cyprus University of Technology
- Visiting Associate Professor — American University of Cyprus
- Special Teaching Scientist — Cyprus University of Technology
- 20 years as Head of IT at the Cyprus Ministry of Defence
- 60+ scientific publications
- ΑΝΑΔ Certified Trainer (ΕΕΚ)
- Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)
- Chartered Engineer (CEng), MBCS
- Previous keynotes: House of Representatives of Cyprus, McDonald’s Cyprus, SEK, AUCY
Register for the Conference
The 9th Annual Academic Conference is open to business professionals, academics, researchers, and students. Registration is available through Eventbrite.
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