CONSULTING . TRADE SERVICES
CORPORATE . IMMIGRATION SERVICES
MANAGING CONSULTANT
With extensive experience in international trade, business consultancy, and corporate communications, Parsegh Zartarian provide strategic guidance and hands-on support to businesses and investors in Cyprus and abroad.
He specializes in sourcing and negotiating for products and raw materials, ensuring compliance with EU standards. With deep understanding of business and investments, he offers expert advice on real estate investments, risk analysis, company registration, business setup, legal compliance and residence and work permits for overseas citizens.
Beyond trade and investment advisory, Parsegh also advises start-ups and established businesses, to grow through corporate communication, content creation, and social media marketing. With extensive network in the Cyprus business community and negotiation skills in multicultural settings, he can assist overseas companies looking for local partners, distributors or B2B associates.
Key Qualifications
Graduated with MSc Business Administration from the London Business School
40 years of experience in sourcing, trade, distribution, marketing and business services
Well-known in Cyprus business community as owner and manager of several businesses
Professional experience working in the political, social and economic context of Cyprus
Sound understanding and work experience with EU regulations and compliance
Experienced working with Chambers of Commerce, Ministries and Local Authorities
Proven experience in negotiations and representative roles at a high level
Experienced in organizing, coordinating, and managing projects and teams
Experience in conceiving and implementation marketing and promotional actions
Experienced in sourcing products and raw materials in international markets
Membership of Professional and
Other Organizations
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Member of the ‘Register of Certified Persons’ of Cyprus Securities & Exchange Commission
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Associate Member of Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment, London, U.K.
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Member, Alumni Association, London Business School, U.K.
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Member, Alumni Association, Manchester University, U.K
Previous Work & Volunteer Experience
ZPL, Cyprus
Non executive director in private company active in real estate development. Advisory role providing guidance and strategical support. Tasks included market research and analysis, negotiations with property developers, clients, and banks; tendering and procurement required for renovations; advice on legal and tax regulation related matters and business risk analysis; dealing with local administration regarding property issues such as issuance of title deeds, planning permissions for additions, and technical inspections of solar panel installations.
APC, London
Director of EU Investments in private company active in Immigration and Real Estate investment services. Tasks included negotiations with real estate developers to create migration investment products; participation in webinars and meetings to promote EU permanent residency programmes to mostly Asian potential investors; negotiations with service providers to setup a Cyprus based registered alternative investment fund (RAIF), regulated by CySEC; prospection and commercial visits in Greece and Cyprus to present properties and introduce service providers.
ACC, Cyprus
Member of the Diocesan Council, entrusted with church management and financial matters. Actively involved as member of ad hoc committees responsible for church renovations, real estate, and financial investments; participated in meetings with local and visiting political and religious leaders, diplomats and representatives from EU and UN agencies; team leader of project to translate constitution and regulations into Greek language and submit to donors and financial institutions; improved internal controls and financial management and applied for grants for new projects; participated in investment and real estate sub-committees to analyze and recommend actions to improve return on investments.
NHL, Cyprus
Senior Brand Manager of private company active in distribution and retail activities (around 150 employees). Tasks undertaken included trade development of a selected product range; sourcing new suppliers and expanding range of own label appliances; market research and business partners identification; negotiations for product range and export prices; CE and EN standards compliance assessment; implementation of staff training and targeted marketing actions.
WCL, Cyprus
Non executive director in non-profit organisation setup by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce, to undertake electrical waste collection and recycle processing in Cyprus. Tasks included supervision of operations ensure activities and reporting complied with relevant EU regulations; participation in meetings with Ministry of Environment to review annual recycling targets; participation in meetings with
political parties to introduce legislation to penalise ‘free-riders’ and prevent toxic waste bypassing the approved recycling system.
APC, Cyprus
Pro bono position of Chairman of Church Committee. Tasks included preparation of agenda and chairing of committee meetings; supervising the sub-committees for ladies guild, religious education, church choirs and charities; responsible for financial and accounting management; installed new accounting software and introduced proper procurement procedures; appointed external auditors and supervised first audited accounts for all parishes; supervised tendering process and evaluated technical and financial offers; created and promoted social media presence to younger age group; organized events to get closer to the congregation; as team leader for renovation project, supervised procedures to appoint architect, civil engineer, and contractors, reviewed and awarded tenders and monitored work progress,
ZDL
Managing Director of private company active in importing and trading activities. Tasks undertaken included overall company management; trade development; market research and business partners identification; negotiations related to product range and export prices with suppliers; expanded range of own label on small electrical appliances; CE and EN standards compliance assessment; team management of back office and sales; implementation of staff training; marketing and promotional actions in dealer shops; media plans with local and overseas advertising agencies; design of communication items such as catalogues and leaflets; organized BTL actions and developed content for website and social media pages
ECA
Non executive director in state-owned chartered airline company. Tasks included representative, governance and financial management matters such as review of annual budgets and capital investment approval; assessment and monitoring aircraft leasing contracts; participation in strategic planning discussions with ad-hoc consultants to study options of privatization, merger and liquidation.
ZAL
Managing Director in private company active in trading activities, importing from Europe and the Far East. Tasks undertaken included overall trade development strategy; market intelligence and market research information; analysis of the domestic market to extend network for distribution; setup of after sales service points in all towns; coordination of C&V campaigns with commercial team; preparation of marketing plans for premium brands; implementation of ATL campaigns with mass media to reach wider public and BTL to pre-selected target segments; supervised creation and maintenance of corporate website and content development for social media; managed operations and team coordination; worked with administration, warehouse and logistics to ensure efficient order processing; negotiated business relationships with key suppliers and service providers; developed incentive schemes for the salesforce; organized promotions in network with over 200 dealers; led discussions to assess potential merger, acquisition or joint venture alternatives; supervised transition from trading company to real estate investments and property management.