Tanya Romanyukha transforms Cyprus into a thriving tech hub. As the General Manager of TechIsland, the island’s largest tech association with 400+ member companies employing over 25,000 people in Cyprus, she drives strategic advocacy and ecosystem development that have shaped the tech sector’s annual contribution of more than €8 billion to the national economy – helping position Cyprus as a leading European technology hub.
With over 13 years of experience spanning venture capital, startup acceleration, operations, non-profits and innovation strategy across Ukraine, the USA, Europe, and the Middle East, Tanya has previously led Ukraine’s first angel network, UAngel, and held leadership roles at BYHMC, Imtiaz Middle East, IG.VC Venture Capital Fund, and Happy Farm Startup Accelerator.
Tanya is widely recognized for her cross-sector leadership and ability to align government, industry, and community interests. She works closely with policymakers on talent strategy, tax reform, education, and digital infrastructure, ensuring Cyprus remains competitive and future-ready.
She is also the Director of the Women in Tech Cyprus Chapter, founder of Cy4Ua, and the visionary behind Cyprus’s inaugural Women in STEM Forum, launched in 2024 to spotlight inclusive innovation and female leadership.
Tanya believes in the transformational power of connecting the right people at the right time – and building ecosystems where innovation and inclusion thrive.
Awards & Recognition:
- Forbes Women in Tech Cyprus Award (2023)
- Cyprus Diaspora Forum Award in Startups & Innovation (2024)
- Red Diamond Award – IT CEO (2025)
- CBN Young Dragon Awards – Technology (2026)