Nestled at the base of the seaside hill of Cap Calamari lays a glistening white mansion with iron gates, surrounded by palm trees and colorful flowers. With its towering walls, white arches and glistening domes, the new building betrays its Southern Mediterranean origins and conjures up images of a quiet Tunisian or Greek coastal town.

Mandrossi's reputation in Serres Bay is that of a business pioneer and an avid environmentalist. The outspoken founder of the bio-technology firm Hydro-Tec, surprised many during a recent interview with Serrian Sun reporter Ragussi with pointed commentary regarding government expenditures on firearms for Serres' police and military units.