THE “ROAD TO SUCCESS” STAGE

Entrepreneurs from every industry, across companies of all sizes, and CEOs of leading organisations, take the stage to share their personal journeys to success. 

Self-Made Entrepreneurs: From Zero to Success
From humble beginnings to remarkable achievements, self-made entrepreneurs from diverse sectors share their emotional and transformative journeys. They take us through the ups and downs, the obstacles and the triumphs, in stories that celebrate resilience, passion, and perseverance.

Business Leaders – Business Heavyweights
Some of Cyprus’s most influential business figures reveal their perspectives on the economy and entrepreneurship. They share their thoughts on leadership and decision-making, and how they steer their organisations through today’s rapidly evolving and complex global landscape.

C Level Executives: Rising the Ladder
An inside look at the inspiring career paths of Cyprus’s most respected CEOs. From their first steps in the corporate world to the top job, they share honest reflections on their fears, failures, milestones, and what it truly takes to lead.

 

CONQUER THE WORLD STAGE

Visionary Cypriot business leaders making waves abroad, along with entrepreneurs from local companies expanding into international markets, share how they broke barriers and achieved global success. 

The Journey of my Life
Distinguished Cypriot professionals living and thriving abroad open up about their personal and professional journeys. They speak of the difficulties they faced, the courage it took to keep going, and the immense pride of achieving success on foreign soil.

From Local to Global: Cypriot Companies That Made It Abroad
Discover the powerful stories of Cypriot businesses that dared to dream bigger. These companies broke beyond national borders, embraced new markets, and are now shining on the global stage.

The Export Masters: Cypriot Companies with Export Activity
Entrepreneurs who successfully exported Cypriot products and services share the challenges, strategies, and determination required to thrive in some of the world’s most competitive markets.

THE GLOBAL ENTREPRENEUR STAGE

Renowned entrepreneurs offer a candid, behind-the-scenes look into their journeys of building businesses from the ground up. Through powerful personal narratives, they share the risks and rewards of stepping into the unknown, the major challenges they encountered, and the pivotal failures and decisions that defined their paths. These global change makers reveal what they’re most proud of and what keeps their passion for entrepreneurship alive. This inspiring session concludes with heartfelt advice for future entrepreneurs—an invaluable collection of hard-earned lessons and insights from a life spent innovating boldly.

Global Entrepreneur
Inspiring personal accounts of entrepreneurial achievement. Accomplished entrepreneurs from around the world recount their journeys, highlighting the milestones they’re proudest of and sharing what fuels their enduring passion for entrepreneurship.

Breaking Borders: International Entrepreneurs Transforming Cyprus
International entrepreneurs who have successfully established their businesses in Cyprus share their unique journeys. They reflect on the ups and downs, challenges overcome, lessons learned, and the defining moments—both triumphant and difficult—that have shaped their entrepreneurial paths.

Technology Entrepreneurs: Turning Cyprus into a Global Technology and Innovation Hub
Hear from visionary technology entrepreneurs dedicated to positioning Cyprus as a premier destination for global innovation. These international leaders share their personal and entrepreneurial stories, detailing their efforts to make Cyprus a hub for R&D, innovation, startups, and ICT companies.

THE INNOVATION STAGE: THE GAMECHANGERS

True success stories rooted in innovation, research, and technology. Meet the bold thinkers and fearless doers who’ve reshaped industries and turned bold ideas into thriving enterprises.

The Game Changers
Visionary entrepreneurs who have rewritten the rules and transformed entire sectors. Through bold thinking and disruptive ideas, they’ve introduced game-changing products and services and inspired a new way of doing business.

SMEs Disruptors
Meet the bold, self-made entrepreneurs who disrupted their industries and created high-impact businesses. These stories celebrate creativity, determination, and the power of innovation in small and medium enterprises.

SMEs Disruptors: Cypriot Products and Services
Entrepreneurs inspired by Cyprus—its culture, history, and natural resources—share how they built successful ventures in food, agriculture, hospitality, and tourism, proudly taking local excellence to new heights.

The Innovators: Innovation, Research and Development in Cypriot Businesses
Business leaders from across all sectors reveal what it takes to build a truly innovative organisation. They explore how to nurture a culture of creativity, empower new ideas, and embed innovation as a driving force for long-term growth.

THE NEW GEN LEADERS’ STAGE

Cypriot entrepreneurship is now in the hands of the 2nd, 3rd, and even 4th generation. A transformative shift sees those in their 30s, 40s, and 50s leading the way. Millennials and Gen Z are now emerging as the new leaders of Cypriot business, sharing their thoughts, ambitions, and concerns.

The New Generation Business Leaders: Leadership Insights and Inspiration from the New Generation of Cypriot Business Leaders
How the new wave of business leaders view entrepreneurship? Second, third, and fourth-generation entrepreneurs share their vision for the future of Cypriot business and reflect on their concerns, hopes, and goals.

Passing the Torch from One Generation to the Next: The New Gen Challenge
Succession stories from Cypriot businesses. The current and future leaders come together on stage to discuss the organisation’s future, address the challenges of succession, and share their growth ambitions.

The Gen Z Revolution: Young Minds, Big Dreams – Gen Z Entrepreneurs
A spotlight on visionary Gen Z entrepreneurs who are redefining success in today’s fast-paced world. These young leaders are challenging norms, embracing innovation, and setting new standards in leadership.

Young Dragons – Young Stars 1
“Young Dragons” are under-40 professionals and executives recognised for their early achievements, leadership qualities, and positive impact on their companies and industries. In this session, they share their experiences, aspirations, and personal drive.

Young Dragons – Young Stars 2
A continuation of the previous session, highlighting more exceptional under-40 individuals making their mark with bold ideas, talent, and commitment to excellence.

THE GENERATION Z AND GENERATION ALPHA STAGE 

This stage shines a spotlight on the next generation of change makers—today’s youth shaping the Cyprus of tomorrow. Through engaging talks and panels, secondary school students share their bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and ambitious visions for the future, offering a glimpse into the minds of tomorrow’s leaders.

The Future Talent
Final-year secondary school students from across Cyprus share their dreams, goals, and ambitions. They discuss how they perceive entrepreneurship, the future of Cyprus, and the changes they hope to bring.

Junior Achievement
A panel held in collaboration with Junior Achievement Cyprus.

THE COCKTAIL STAGE

Not the typical business event. Join us for cocktails as both seasoned and young entrepreneurs—and even politicians—answer unusual but thought-provoking questions. Get to know the real people behind success. Followed by more drinks and an entertaining stand-up comedy set.

30 Questions with… The Person Behind the Business
An “out-of-the-box” interview where prominent business leaders answer personal questions unrelated to business—about life, family, hobbies, daily habits. A look behind the business persona.

30 Questions with… The Person Behind the Politician
How well do we really know our politicians? In this refreshing format, well-known political figures answer personal, non-political questions that reveal who they really are.

Stand-Up Comedian

THE INSPIRATION STAGE

Success stories beyond the business world. What do entrepreneurs have in common with athletes, performers, chefs, and creatives? Traits like ambition, vision, perseverance, and hard work. The Inspiration Stage brings moving stories and interviews with individuals who inspire across all walks of life.

Inspirational Stories of Success: Fireside Chats with Famous Personalities from Sports, Show Business, Fashion etc.
Interviews with inspiring figures from the worlds of sport, music, fashion, theatre, and television—sharing stories of passion and dedication.

The Business of Influence
Influencers with strong social media presence—from politics and business to fashion and food—share how they shape public opinion, why people follow them, and the responsibility that comes with influence.

THE ESG STAGE

Ethical Entrepreneurship: The Power of Responsible Innovation
Pioneers of Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility share the most innovative strategies for a sustainable business future. Through case studies, discussions, and practical solutions, we explore how ESG criteria and CSR principles are transforming businesses—boosting resilience, trust, and long-term growth. Learn from experts, see how successful ESG-driven companies operate, and gain the tools to design a strategy with real impact!

THE WOMEN’S STAGE

Voices That Inspire. Journeys That Empower.

This is more than a stage. It’s a celebration of courage, resilience, and vision. Women from every corner of the business world—leaders, founders, dreamers—step into the spotlight to share their truth. Their stories are not just about success, but about rising above fear, breaking barriers, and leading with heart. It’s where inspiration meets action, and where every woman’s voice echoes a message: You belong. You can. You will.

THE START UP STAGE

Empowering Entrepreneurship: Exciting Start-Up Stories of Success

The world of start-ups is brimming with inspiring and extraordinary stories. For the founders behind these ventures, the road to success has rarely been smooth. Challenges, setbacks, and moments of doubt were part of the journey—but so were resilience, creativity, and unwavering determination.

Success didn’t come overnight. These stories prove that building a start-up demands grit, innovation, and sometimes even a touch of luck. But those who dared to dream—and kept going—eventually triumphed.

Prepare to be inspired by the stories of founders who turned ideas into impact, and ventures into victories.