Hercules Lally is a 2nd generation civil engineer active in the construction industry worldwide and always promoting Hellenic & Cypriot spirit to the world. Being a Cosmopolitan person, his job leads him to travel all over the globe. Above all, he is a family businessman running the family business and living permanently in Limassol, when he is not flying to some far off land. Mr. Lally, we’d like you to tell us a bit about yourself.

What is your background, where do you come from?
Born in Athens, Greece on New Year’s Day 1978 and raised by travelling all over the world. I left home at 17 to study civil engineering in Italy and then the Czech Republic. I have been living abroad ever since. I speak seven languages, which are Greek, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Czech and a bit of Arabic.

What is your business and how did you get started?
My company, Kriston Enterprises Ltd., first of all, is a family business and we are specialized in all sorts of construction projects for 50 years now, worldwide. My Father is an engineer, I am an engineer and my sister is an architect, therefore this business runs in our blood. The first time that I visited a construction site, I was 5 years old and I have been a regular visitor ever since. We have built and/or engineered high-ways, bridges, dams, hospitals, houses and multi-story buildings, rotating towers, power stations and many more. My company also constructed, for the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, the Attica highway, the Olympic Athens Marina and the Olympic Village for athletes. (www.kristonenterprises.com)

Who is your typical customer and what are some of your greatest challenges in your business?
We work both with the public sector and the private sector. We have performed governmental projects for various ministries and private projects for various developers worldwide, but lately, we are mainly in the Middle East and Africa. Our greatest challenges are to coordinate all of the people involved in the projects that we perform. They are always from different countries and cultures. As well, to manage our time, both personal and professional, due to all that frequent flying from project to project and country to country, is a great challenge. That’s a lot of time spent in airplanes and away from family, which sometimes can be tough.

What are the top three factors you would attribute to your success and what qualities should a team leader have?
I believe that our availability along with our competitiveness and resourcefulness are the key factors. A team leader should always lead by example and the qualities, according to my view, should be integrity, responsibility, ingenuity and patience along with understanding.

Are you currently planning anything in Cyprus?
Yes, I was made part of the founding members of the first equestrian-themed park to be constructed in Limassol, called «Prime Equestrian Centre», featuring a hotel spa resort and residences with horse arenas. There will be more information in the coming year. All that I can say is that it’s going to be a landmark for our community and a tourist attraction.

What does family mean to you and who has inspired you most in your life?
Family to me is everything. My wife and daughter are the reasons for my happiness and my drive to move forward. As I say, a tree can’t be without roots or fruits. That’s why my father is the person that has inspired me the most in life; because he is reaching 73 years this summer and, since the beginning of his career, he has never let down his family or his business and he is still in the front row of the show! He is a good example to follow.

What kind of culture exists in your organization?
Our culture is a family culture, where everyone in the firm is part of our family and our goals. In order to achieve a common goal, everyone must contribute. Sometimes, it can be hard, but just like families overcome all problems, so do we. We are together as a family. That is why everyone in our firm gives their best; because they know that if they need us, we are there for them.

What is your favourite quotation and why?
«A smart person will always find a solution to a problem…

A wise man will never get himself into that problem in the first place».

I believe it needs no explanation.

Where you see yourself and your business in 10 years? 20 years?
Well, as I said, my mentor is my father, therefore I see myself still on the job, but more relaxed and wiser. If the circumstances allow it, I hope to spend more time on our beautiful island with my family and friends, especially now that Cyprus is again starting to pick up her economy. I believe that a lot of opportunities shall arise that will make Cyprus’ business and investment opportunities attractive once more. We shall see it happen! Thank you for your time and, at this point, I would like to say a special thanks to «Grand Resort» for their hospitality and always excellent services.
Reg.Office: 20 Spy.Kyprianou Av. Nicosia – Cyprus

Ex.Office 1: 384 Via Baldo Degli Ubaldi, Rome – Italy

Ex.Office 2: 111 Messogeion Av. Athens – Greece

Tel.: +35725320046. Mob.: +35796243296

www.kristonenterprises.com