CCS Executive Committee Members

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The Founder of the Cyprus Cremation Society, Dr Ian Hussein, has worked in the cemetery and crematorium profession for 40 years. He is a former Chairman, President and National Secretary of the UK’s Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management with extensive experience in the public, private and charitable sectors.

Ian was awarded Fellowship and Life Membership of his profession in recognition of his services to the bereavement sector. He has undertaken advisory and technical roles for a range of organisations including the International Cremation Federation, the European Federation of Funeral Services, the UK Local and Central Governments and the EU.

With extensive experience in the sector and a doctorate in the strategic provision of cemeteries and crematoria, he is committed to delivering freedom of choice between burial and cremation on the island of Cyprus where he has lived since 2016.

Introducing Nigel Williams - the Society’s Business Consultant. Nigel is a seasoned executive in Air Traffic Management and Cloud Computing, with over 34 years of experience in research, development, and the deployment of large-scale, technology-driven solutions across Europe.

His career spans senior leadership roles in a variety of sectors, including retail, finance, insurance, consumer goods, defence, manufacturing, and utilities. Nigel has a strong track record of securing new business and negotiating complex, high-value contracts.

He brings to the Society a deep commitment to customer-centric values and leverages his strategic relationship-building skills to foster greater awareness and understanding of end-of-life choices in Cyprus.

Since 2022, Nigel has divided his time between the UK and Cyprus, gradually becoming more rooted in the dynamic community of Larnaca. He is a founding member of the Cyprus Cremation Society and a passionate advocate for dignity, freedom of choice, and progressive change in end-of-life services on the island.

Alex Constanta is the Society’s social media lead. A driven and dynamic individual, Alex has consistently excelled across academics, personal development, and physical wellbeing. With a strong work ethic and a keen eye for detail, he approaches every challenge with focus and determination. 

Whether it's in further education, on the sports field, or exploring new interests, Alex is known for his commitment to high achievement and continuous growth.

Now preparing to begin his national military service as part of his duty as a Greek Cypriot, Alex brings a unique perspective to the Cyprus Cremation Society. Passionate about respectful, informed choices around end-of-life matters, he is particularly motivated by the importance of modernising options for future generations.

Alex’s insight, creative energy, and deep respect for individual rights make him a valuable part of our mission to raise awareness and advocate for the right to choose in Cyprus.

Şenay Yusuf is the Society’s representative in North Cyprus. Fluent in English and Turkish. Şenay is experienced and highly proficient in public communication and administration with outstanding negotiation skills.

She has worked in a range of public and private sector professions, including her current role in customs and immigration. An enthusiastic self-motivated and hardworking individual, who strives for excellence and enjoys building relationships, Şenay is respected for her strong interpersonal, resilience and organisational skills.

Good at coping under pressure, she thrives on challenges both in her personal and professional life. A proud mother of two, Şenay is committed to individual choice and is a founding member of the Society.

 Anne is the Secretary of the CCS. Living in  Cyprus, Anne has over 20 years work experience in Cemeteries and Crematoria, at various locations in the UK. Anne reached the senior management level during her career having studied and passed several modules towards the IBCA diploma and B’Tec Co’Ed (Business Management Certificate) along with many ‘in house’ training and development courses.

Her love of working within the Cemeteries and Crematoria sector has never left as she has been sharing information informally with the public and friends who continually say they are very interested in knowing more about this subject, which, unfortunately does not get talked about freely. 

In one of her roles in the UK she did hold meetings in the Crematorium chapel ‘appointment only’ with many professional organizations, care workers, nursing, police, etc; they would attend and listen, ask questions, and an option was always there  to view the facilities.

Anne always has the bereaved at the forefront of her mind when discussing or doing anything relating to this business. She has many ideas for the future, sharing, transparency and removing the 'unknown' surrounding Cremation, ensuring everyone can have an informed choice before and at the time of need.