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GUEST - Vangelis Kyiazis - Co-founder and CEO of Syft Analytics

Vangelis Kyriazis is the visionary Co-founder and CEO of Syft Analytics, an acclaimed financial reporting
and analytics platform. He has seamlessly transitioned from running a personal accounting practice to leading a global tech success, impacting over 100,000 business professionals worldwide. His academic foundation was laid at the University of the Witwatersrand,
earning a BAccSci Honours in Accounting and Finance. Prior to Syft, Vangelis applied his expertise at Investec, focusing on structured finance and analytics. With a keen eye for technological advancement in accounting, Vangelis has propelled Syft to win numerous
awards, revolutionizing financial reporting for SMEs by simplifying complex data into actionable insights.
27 Mar 2024 4PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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