About DataPro Cyprus

Transforming Data Education in Cyprus

We're a team of data professionals and educators on a mission to develop Cyprus's next generation of data talent.

Our Story

DataPro Cyprus was founded in 2020 by a group of data science professionals who recognized the growing gap between Cyprus's economic development and the availability of qualified data professionals.

As Cyprus's economy evolved into a services and technology hub, the founders saw organizations struggling to find talent with the data skills needed to drive innovation and decision-making.

What began as weekend workshops for 15 professionals has grown into Cyprus's premier data education institution, with over 1,200 graduates and partnerships with leading employers across the island.

DataPro Cyprus founders

Est. 2020

Our Mission & Values

Our Mission

To empower professionals and organizations in Cyprus with the data skills needed to thrive in the digital economy through specialized, practical education that bridges theory and application.

Strategic Goals

  • Train 5,000+ data professionals in Cyprus by 2027
  • Develop industry-specific data programs for key Cypriot sectors
  • Establish Cyprus as a regional hub for data expertise

Our Values

1

Practical Excellence

We prioritize real-world application over theory, ensuring all learning directly translates to workplace skills.

2

Continuous Innovation

Our curriculum evolves constantly to reflect emerging technologies and methodologies in the data field.

3

Community Focus

We're committed to building Cyprus's data community through events, networking, and ongoing support.

4

Inclusive Learning

We design our programs to be accessible to professionals from all backgrounds and industries.

Meet Our Team

Our team combines industry expertise with a passion for education to deliver world-class data training

Dimitrij Belaruski

Founder & CEO

Former lead data scientist at Eurobank with 12+ years experience in financial analytics. Ph.D. in Statistics from University of Warsaw.

Athenka Latvijova

Director of Education

Education specialist with background in computer science. Previously led data education programs at University of Tallin for 7 years.

Stanislav Magyaricz

Lead Data Engineering Instructor

Former AWS cloud architect with expertise in data pipeline construction. Has trained over 400 engineers in big data technologies.

Eleonora Bulgarska

Lead Data Analysis Instructor

Statistical analysis expert with background in econometrics. Previously worked as a Senior Analyst at PwC Balkans's data analytics division.

Nikolaj Estovonski

Lead Data Visualization Instructor

UX/UI designer turned data visualization expert. Has helped over 30 Baltic companies build effective dashboards and data stories.

Teodora Montenegrińska

Career Development Director

HR specialist with 9 years in tech recruitment. Leads our job placement program and employer partnerships throughout Eastern Europe.

Our Educational Approach

We've pioneered a learning methodology that develops job-ready data professionals

Industry-Led Curriculum

Our course content is developed with input from leading Cypriot employers to ensure skills alignment with market demands. Quarterly reviews keep content fresh and relevant.

Project-Based Learning

Students spend 60% of course time working on practical projects, often using real data from Cypriot businesses. This builds both technical skills and business context.

Mentorship Network

Each student is paired with an industry mentor who provides guidance, code reviews, and career advice throughout the program and for 3 months after graduation.

The DataPro Learning Cycle

1

Learn

Absorb key concepts through concise lectures

2

Practice

Apply skills through guided exercises

3

Build

Create project deliverables for your portfolio

4

Review

Receive feedback from instructors and peers

This learning cycle is repeated throughout each module, ensuring concepts are fully internalized through repetition and practical application. By the end of each course, students have completed multiple real-world projects they can showcase to employers.

Data Education in Cyprus

The development of data expertise has become increasingly vital for Cyprus's economic evolution. As a strategic business hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, Cyprus has positioned itself as a growing center for technology and business services that rely heavily on data-driven decision making.

This transformation has created unique challenges and opportunities for data education in Cyprus. Traditional educational institutions have struggled to keep pace with rapidly evolving technologies and methodologies in the data field. This gap has inspired specialized training centers like DataPro Cyprus to bridge theory and practice through industry-aligned education.

The financial services sector, a cornerstone of the Cypriot economy, has been at the forefront of data adoption. Banks, investment firms, and financial technology companies require professionals who can analyze transaction patterns, assess risk, optimize operations, and enhance customer experiences through data. This demand extends beyond finance to growing sectors including tourism analytics, healthcare informatics, and sustainable resource management.

Cyprus's position within the European Union adds another dimension to data education, as professionals must understand both technical aspects and the regulatory framework of data governance, particularly the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This combination of technical and regulatory knowledge creates multifaceted education requirements that specialist providers are uniquely positioned to address.

The emergence of specialized data education in Cyprus represents a significant opportunity for the country's workforce. As local businesses increasingly compete in the global digital economy, professionals with data skills can access higher-value roles that cannot easily be outsourced or automated. This creates potential for economic resilience and growth through investment in human capital.

As Cyprus continues to develop its knowledge economy, the symbiotic relationship between industry needs and educational development will shape the future of data education. Organizations that bridge theoretical foundations with practical, market-relevant skills development will play a pivotal role in this transformation, ensuring Cyprus maintains competitiveness in the data-driven global marketplace.

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