Chrysothemi Valanidou is an accomplished legal and compliance executive with over a decade of leadership experience in the international gaming sector. Currently serving as Director of Meridian Gaming (CY) Ltd, she plays a pivotal role in strategic business development, regulatory compliance, and organizational management. Her leadership ensures that the company operates within the highest standards of legal integrity and corporate responsibility. Her extensive career includes leading roles in compliance, legal affairs, and risk management, with proven expertise in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), GDPR, and Responsible Gaming frameworks. She is also a certified Safer Gambling Specialist and a seasoned representative before the National Betting Authority and other regulatory bodies.

Chrysothemi has contributed as a speaker and exhibitor at major international forums and gaming expos including ICE London, SBC Summit Barcelona, and the Cyprus Gaming Show. Her work has been featured in numerous publications for her impact in ESG, corporate sustainability, and women’s leadership in gaming. A member of the Cyprus Bar Association since 2015 and an active contributor to the Global Gaming Women network, Chrysothemi holds an LLB from the University of Huddersfield and has completed numerous professional certifications in AML, labor law, and gaming compliance. She is passionate about empowering women in the industry, promoting safer gaming practices, and fostering transparent, responsible business practices in a highly regulated environment.