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{{CharacterInfobox
| status = Alive
| born = 3210s
| died =
| gender = Female
| homesystem =
| allegiance = Empire
| occupation = CEO of [[Mastopolos Mining]]
| relations = Duke Mastopolos (Late Husband) Elena Mastopolos Adrian Mastopolos [[Zemina Torval]] (Cousin) [[Giya Mastopolos]] (Ancestor) Niya Mastopolos (Ancestor)
}}
'''Gabriella Mastopolos''' is the current CEO of [[Mastopolos Mining]], the head of the prominent [[Mastopolos family]], and cousin of [[Senator]] [[Zemina Torval]]. After the death of her husband Duke Mastopolos, she assumed control of the corporation and guided it to new prosperity. Mastopolos ventured outside of the Imperial heartlands, courted new contracts with [[Alliance]] affiliated systems, and won business tenders in [[Alioth]].<ref>Tourist Beacon 0220</ref>
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== Biography ==
Mastopolos has recently lost out to [[Wreaken Corporation|Wreaken Mining and Construction]] over the Tantalum extraction rights in Tiliala. They have, however, taken over administration of Jenning's Hollow in Enayex, where Imperial prisoners operate Tantalum mines. There were some concerns over the Corporation's ability to manage the unruly prison workforce, but following a direct presentation by Gabriella herself, conditions improved dramatically.<ref name=":0">Tourist Beacon 0221</ref>

Mastopolos Mining has grown to be a major mining force, particularly in Imperial space, occasionally competing directly with WCM. It has its own force of loyal [[slaves]] who are treated very well according to Imperial rules (something that Gabriella Mastopolos, now in her 90s, widely insisted upon, and regularly visits installations to do personal spot checks). Slave leave at the end of their assigned terms with a generous bonus (calculated based on their productivity during their term), over and above their required payout under Imperial law. This means the workforce work hard and diligently - and also increases the number of people signing up for such service.<ref name=":0" />

== Timeline ==
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08 OCT 3307
*[[Senator]] [[Zemina Torval]]'s company Torval-Mastopolos Mining has become fully independent from its parent corporation. The former subsidiary of [[Mastopolos Mining]] has officially rebranded itself as [[Torval Mining Ltd]]. Zemina Torval is listed as its CEO, with her [[Constantia Torval|eldest daughter]] remaining as operations director. The starport Torval Orbital in the [[LTT 198]] system serves as the company's headquarters. Business correspondent [[Anton Lagorio]] reported for The [[Imperial Herald]]: "Although Torval Mining Ltd is now an independent company, shares are legally transferable between it and Mastopolos Mining. This has allowed loyal supporters of both Zemina Torval and Gabriella Mastopolos to flock to each other's banner. As a result, Torval Mining Ltd has acquired many ships, staff and resources from its former parent. There have been assurances that the split was amicable and in line with [[Empire|Imperial]] traditions of honourable conduct. Constantia Torval has promised customers that mining and transportation services would be maintained to the same high standard. Speculation continues over what caused this unexpected rift between the [[Torval family|Torval]] and [[Mastopolos family|Mastopolos]] families. It seems that Zemina Torval is focusing on providing benefits for her own children and grandchildren, rather than her cousins on the Mastopolos side, but the reason for this change of heart remains unclear."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/616032e7de9bf479a313d16f GalNet: Corporate Split between Mastopolos and Torval]</ref>
01 OCT 3307
*[[Senator]] [[Zemina Torval]] has relinquished her long-held position as [[Mastopolos Mining]]'s majority shareholder. Official reports confirmed that the board of directors passed a resolution to remove Zemina Torval from their number. Over half of her shares were then sold, thereby drastically reducing her personal influence on the corporation. An anonymous insider gave a statement to The [[Imperial Herald]]: "Gabriella Mastopolos made it crystal clear to the other shareholders that it was time to topple Zemina Torval from her perch. But what surprised them was Torval's lack of resistance to this pressure... almost as if she had been planning to step down all along. I've heard that every [[Credits|credit]] made by selling the shares went straight into the subsidiary that her daughter is running. So maybe all her eggs are going into that basket?" In related news [[Constantia Torval]], operations director for [[Torval Mining Ltd|Torval-Mastopolos Mining]], made an announcement: "I am proud to announce that the people of [[LTT 198]] have elected Torval-Mastopolos Mining to replace LTT 198 State Ltd as their controlling authority. [[Permits]] to gain entry to the system can be earned via the Pride of Bitterwood [[megaship]], which remains in the nearby EGM 559 system."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/6157152aad8195320435576a GalNet: Torval Loses Control of Mastopolos Mining]</ref>
03 SEP 3307
*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots Federation ALERT* A new [[starport]] has become operational in the [[LTT 198]] system, following [[Senator]] [[Zemina Torval]]'s mining initiative. Torval Orbital will serve as the administrative headquarters for [[Torval Mining Ltd|Torval-Mastopolos Mining]]. The company successfully competed against [[Wreaken Corporation]] to establish a presence within LTT 198. [[Marlon Royce]], business analyst for [[Vox Galactica]], observed: "[[Mastopolos Mining]] should be boasting about the positive start for its new subsidiary. Instead, its reaction has only confirmed the widening rift between the [[Mastopolos family]] and their corporation's majority shareholder, Zemina Torval. CEO Gabriella Mastopolos officially distanced herself from the offshoot company, claiming it 'hijacked our name with the intention of luring our clients'. And speaking to [[Empire|Imperial]] media, both Adrian and Elena Mastopolos criticised [[Constantia Torval]]'s suitability to act as operations director. Speculation persists as to why the families have become estranged. For now, Zemina Torval seems to be focusing solely on her direct descendants. With her youngest daughter [[Petra Torval]] becoming a fellow senator, and grandson [[Titus Torval]] promoted to a senior role in [[Imperial Intelligence]], the future seems bright for the [[Torval family|Torval dynasty]]."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/61320f48d158dd4bf33a0fc7 GalNet: Torval Orbital Established]</ref>
10 AUG 3307
*A new independent branch of [[Mastopolos Mining]] has been established by its controlling shareholder, [[Senator]] [[Zemina Torval]]. The megacorp is owned by the powerful [[Mastopolos family]], and operates throughout the [[Empire]] and beyond. However, Torval's position as a majority shareholder has allowed her to exert a strong influence on its activities. Senator Torval confirmed her plans in a statement to The [[Imperial Herald]]: "Diversification is an effective strategy in the current business climate. [[Torval Mining Ltd|Torval-Mastopolos Mining]] will have corporate autonomy, while offering the same mining and transportation services to an emergent client base." [[Marlon Royce]], business analyst for [[Vox Galactica]], reported: "The persistent rumours of a rift between Zemina Torval and her cousin, CEO Gabriella Mastopolos, may now be validated. Insiders report that after decades of working behind the scenes, Torval wishes to provide a more tangible legacy for her own children. Already she has set her sights on a [[Permits|permit-controlled]] system as the headquarters for this new company." As well as being renowned for her private wealth and corporate enterprises, Zemina Torval has been a prominent member of the [[Imperial Senate]] for decades. She has occasionally deputised as [[chancellor]], and is known to be an outspoken champion of the Empire's traditions.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/61126c08ce96504d5325e317 GalNet: Zemina Torval Creates New Corporation]</ref>
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