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Leonid Bibin, Deputy Financial Director at Freedom24, is featured in the cover story of the special edition of Gold Magazine, the business magazine of Cyprus. Leonid Bibin has received the Young Dragon award in the Financial Services category at the 2nd Cyprus Business News (CBN) Young Dragon Awards. The award, organised by IMH and CBN, recognises professionals under the age of 40 who demonstrate outstanding achievement and leadership, highlighting the impact of the next generation of business leaders in Cyprus. In the interview, he reflects on the responsibility that comes with the award, noting, "This recognition reinforces my commitment to raising the bar, not just for myself but for my team and the broader financial services community in Cyprus." 🌍 Discussing the evolving landscape of financial services, he emphasises the importance of balancing innovation with strong regulatory foundations. He points out that "For Cyprus specifically, maintaining our competitive edge as a financial hub requires balancing innovation with robust compliance." Leonid also underlines the role of talent and technology in shaping the future of the industry and strengthening client trust. Looking back on his career journey, Leonid shares practical advice for young professionals and highlights the value of stepping beyond familiar roles. He says, "The biggest lesson I have learned is that growth happens outside your comfort zone." He also encourages continuous development, adding, "Pursue professional qualifications, learn new technologies and never assume that your current expertise will be sufficient tomorrow." 🚀 🔗Read more on Gold Magazine