CISI Announces Leadership Appointment in Cyprus
Global educational charity and professional body the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) has appointed Emilios Tannousis MCSI, FCCA as the new president of its Cyprus National Advisory Council (NAC).
Tannousis, who previously served as vice president of the CISI Cyprus NAC, brings more than 25 years of experience in the wealth and asset management sector. His appointment comes as the organisation continues to strengthen its professional and educational presence across international financial markets.
Currently serving as Partner, Wealth Management at Gravity Private Wealth, Tannousis advises private families and institutional investors through the European-regulated multi-family office advisory boutique firm. The company operates across global financial markets and focuses on wealth management and family office advisory services.
Extensive Wealth Management and Institutional Experience
Before joining Gravity Private Wealth, Tannousis led the Wealth Management Units at Bank of Cyprus, where he oversaw teams serving private clients, family offices, pension funds, insurance companies, investment funds and other institutional investors.
Alongside his new CISI role, he also serves on the Board of the Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA) and is a member of the Advisory Board of the European Institute of Management and Finance (EIMF) Master’s programme in Risk and Governance.
The CISI said the appointment reflects Tannousis’ longstanding involvement with the organisation and his contribution to the financial services profession in Cyprus.
Focus on Ethics, Innovation and Financial Growth
Emilios Tannousis MCSI, FCCA said:
“I am honoured to take on the Presidency of the CISI Cyprus National Advisory Council at a time when the financial services industry is rapidly evolving through innovation, digital transformation, and increasing global interconnection
“I look forward to collaborating closely with fellow peers and the Institute in London to further strengthen professional standards, promote ethical leadership, and support the continued development of Cyprus as a growing international financial services centre and as a hub for family wealth and fintech innovation, underpinned by a robust European regulatory framework.”
The CISI highlighted the importance of maintaining professional standards and ethical leadership as the financial services industry continues to evolve through digital transformation and regulatory developments.
CISI CEO Welcomes Appointment
Tracy Vegro OBE, Chief Executive Officer of CISI, welcomed the appointment and praised Tannousis’ longstanding contribution to the organisation.
Tracy Vegro OBE CISI CEO said:
“Our warmest congratulations to Emilios, who has been integral to our Cyprus NAC over the years and continues to be an advocate for CISI and the wider financial services profession. We look forward to supporting him in championing integrity, raising individual standards of knowledge, skills and behaviour.
“We are also deeply grateful for the outstanding service of Charles Charalambous, Chartered MCSI, Chief Executive Officer, Cyprowealth Group, who will remain with us as the Vice President of Cyprus NAC.”
The CISI also confirmed that its next Cyprus event will be a summer social gathering, with the date expected to be announced shortly.
About the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment is a professional body and educational charity headquartered in the City of London, with origins linked to the London Stock Exchange.
The organisation’s mission is to support members in developing professional knowledge and skills while promoting high standards of ethics and integrity across the securities and investment profession.
The CISI operates internationally through representative offices in major financial centres including Colombo, Dubai, Sydney, Dublin, Glasgow, London, Mumbai and Nairobi. According to the organisation, more than 44,000 examinations were taken across 81 countries during the past year, while its global membership exceeds 57,000 professionals across more than 100 countries.
The body provides examinations and professional qualifications for individuals working in, or seeking careers in, financial planning, wealth management and capital markets.
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