Chrysothemi Valanidou is a qualified lawyer, business solutions and compliance consultant, with over 10 years of experience in the betting and gaming industry and business advisory services. She previously served as CEO of a licensed betting company.   She has completed her legal studies in law and is a member of the Cyprus Bar Association since 2015, advising gaming operators and executive teams on licensing, AML, responsible gaming, regulatory compliance, and marketing compliance across Cyprus and the EU. Founder of Startwise Ltd, Chrysothemi helps companies achieve sustainable growth through business solutions, strategic development, and operational structuring, effectively bridging legal compliance and commercial performance. She also organises and delivers professional training programmes and speaking engagements, providing specialised courses and presentations on AML, Responsible Gaming, and Marketing Compliance for the iGaming industry