CIM Summit 2025

Jeremy Hutchison-Krupat is a Senior Editor at Production and Operations Management and an Associate Editor for the Product and Process Innovation area of Decision Sciences. He regularly teaches executive education programmes to help leaders improve their ability to address innovation challenges. He has authored a number of case studies, pedagogical exercises and computer simulations, which help provide a rich context to teach innovation. Prior to pursuing his PhD at the Georgia Institute of Technology, Jeremy worked at the Avery Dennison Corporation where he played an integral role in the management of their North American R&D operations. More broadly, from 1995-2006 Dr Hutchison-Krupat has had had a diverse work experience in roles that ranged from design engineer to supply chain optimisation manager, within industries ranging from integrated circuit boards to distribution centres and consumer goods. Prior to joining Cambridge Judge Business School, Dr Hutchison-Krupat was an Assistant Professor of Business Administration in the Technology and Operations Management area at the University of Virginia’s Darden Graduate School of Business.

Professor Randall S. Peterson is Academic Director of the Leadership Institute and was Chair of the Research Ethics Committee. Randall’s research and teaching focus on CEO personality, top management team interaction, board dynamics, leading diverse teams, conflict management, and the effects of member personality on group interaction and performance. Randall has won the Academy of Management’s ‘Best Paper’ award, as well as the ‘most influential article’ award. His research was similarly awarded ‘most influential article’ by the International Association of Conflict Management and ‘Best Paper’ published in small group research. Randall’s newest book is ‘Disaster in the Boardroom: Six Dysfunctions Everyone Should Understand.’ His earlier book is ‘Leading and Managing in the Dynamic Organization.’ He has also published more than 50 articles in top scientific journals such as Administrative Science Quarterly and the Journal of Applied Psychology, as well as top managerial journals including Harvard Business Review and Sloan Management Review. His research has also been featured in major news outlets around the world including the BBC, Economist, Financial Times, Forbes, Board Agenda, The New Yorker, and Zawya. Randall is also an outstanding mentor, having won the Academy of Management’s ‘Best Mentor’ award and teacher as a winner of London Business School’s ‘Excellence in Teaching” award. Randall has been invited to teach and consult across the world, for companies such as ADNOC, Alcan, AREVA, Barclays, Chevron/Texaco, Deutsche Bank, Emirates Bank, E.ON, GIB, IBM, Lufthansa, Nestlé, Price Waterhouse Coopers, and Roche. Randall holds a PhD in Social Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley. Prior to joining London Business School, he was on the faculty of Northwestern University and Cornell University’s SC Johnson Graduate School of Management. He is a former Deputy Dean (Faculty), Subject Area Chair of Organisational Behaviour, Chair of the Ph.D. Programme, and Vice President of the Campaign Committee of London Business School.

Professor Peter Williamson’s research interests include globalization and its implications for corporate strategy, business ecosystems, merger and acquisition strategy, strategies for success in China and for a carbon-constrained world. He has served as a non-executive director and chairman of publicly listed companies and new ventures in industries ranging from whisky to sustainable energy. He is a member of the Strategy and International Business subject group at Cambridge Judge Business School, and along with his colleagues he actively contributes to both academic and business communities.

Professor Michael Kitson’s research interests include macroeconomic policy and performance, international trade, regional economics, corporate performance, innovation, and the commercialisation of science. He is a Hub Director of the UK-Innovation Research Centre and has undertaken research for the Department of Business Innovation and Skills, among others. He is currently advising the Northern Ireland Government about its innovation policy. He is a member of the Economics and Policy subject group at Cambridge Judge Business School, which analyses how economics can improve growth and business performance.

Boasting many years of experience in Renewable Energy Sources, Green Energy Group offers integrated energy-saving solutions, in Cyprus. It holds an Electricity Supply License since 2019 and from October 2022 participates in the Transitional Market Arrangement of the Competitive Electricity Market. With its highly trained professionals, the Group is leading the way in providing solutions for homes, businesses, and investments in renewable energy sources.

Freedom24 is a leading Cyprus-based stock broker, operating its proprietary online investment platform. We offer clients across all EU countries access to major global stock exchanges, flexible fixed-yield investment plans and professional securities analytics. Based in Limassol, the company operates all across the EU, with 8 representative offices in key markets. A proud member of the NASDAQ listed financial group Freedom Holding Corp., with presence in the U.S. Europe and Central Asia.

NetU Consultants Ltd. is a leading IT solutions and services provider in the Eastern Mediterranean region; awarded by the Cyprus BITE Awards as the “ICT Company of the Year – 2020”, NetU is recognized as a major provider of integrated solutions with strong local and international activity. Since its founding in 1991, NetU has been consistently selected by medium and large organizations to be their IT business partner, providing solutions in the areas of Systems Integration and Business Solutions (Oracle NetSuite, Salesforce, and Infor) helping them achieve their corporate objectives and obtain a competitive advantage.

Unicars is the importer of Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, and Škoda cars and is the authorised provider of Service & Parts for Lamborghini in Cyprus. Unicars is also the official importer of MAN (Truck and Bus), Schmitz Cargobull, MAN Top Used and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles in Cyprus and provides a wide range of both sales and After-Sales services. Furthermore, Unicars is a major force in the local car rental sector through its subsidiary Uniwheels – the franchisee of SIXT Rent a Car in Cyprus. The long presence of Unicars in the automotive sector shows that since 1950 it has recorded an upward trend, both in automotive sales as well as in the evolution, organisation, and development of its network. Today, Unicars has a customer base of more than 30,000 active customers. The company employs more than 200 people and it has an Authorised Partners Network all over Cyprus; with Sales, Delivery Points and Workshops in Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos and Paralimni.

The largest hypermarket chain in Cyprus, Alphamega Hypermarkets operates a network of 20 stores, including two convenience stores at the marinas of Limassol and Ayia Napa, as well as an online store that serves customers across Cyprus, via two fulfilment centres in Larnaca and Limassol. The company numbers over 2,200 employees. It recently launched the Click & Collect service, while the company’s whole range of services have been digitised. It has also been accredited with the Investors in People Standard three times, while it has also won multiple awards. The company maintains a strategic partnership with French Giant Casino, while it implements a multi-faceted CSR strategy.

Cablenet Communications Systems Plc, established in 2003, is a leading Telecommunications provider in Cyprus, delivering a wide range of services to both residential and business customers. Headquartered in Nicosia, Cablenet is majority-owned by GO PLC, a major Maltese Telecom group. Known for its rapid growth, Cablenet operates its own independent network and has consistently expanded its services, focusing strategically on leading technology infrastructure and customer-centric solutions. Cablenet aims to be the provider and partner of choice in Cyprus, committed to digital transformation and delivering exceptional value to its customers, shareholders, and employees. Its core values revolve around innovation, customer satisfaction, and sustainability. Business Services: Cablenet offers a comprehensive suite of tailored solutions for businesses, including High-Speed Internet, Fixed and Mobile Telephony, Cloud Solutions, Managed Services, MPLS,  Networking Solutions, Public Cloud Services, and ICT Services. Website: www.cablenet.com.cy | www.cablenetbusiness.com.cy.

Cyfield Group is one of the leading real estate developers, general contracting, and construction groups in Cyprus. It was established in 1990 and operates in all areas of the construction industry: land development, contracting of public and private infrastructure projects, production and trading of specialized building materials, and energy production. Since 2018, the group has begun the construction of the first independent power station in Cyprus. Power Energy Cyprus Ltd (P.E.C.) is the first private company to dynamically enter the energy sector and provide lower-priced electricity for Cypriot consumers. With 30 years of experience and know-how, Cyfield, designs, manufactures and sells all types of high-quality residential and commercial properties in Cyprus and Greece.

Established in Nicosia in 1964, the Company began as a biscuit manufacturer with a vision for quality and innovation. Distributing its products through a privately owned network, it quickly became the market leader in the Cyprus biscuit category. The Frou Frou brand, has become a household staple, known for its high quality, delicious products and holds a special place in the hearts of consumers. Building on this momentum, the company strategically diversified, initially importing and distributing complementary products before broadening its portfolio to include a wider range of goods. Through in-house developments and acquisitions, the group has expanded its manufacturing capabilities into five distinct FMCG categories. It currently produces products under the brands: “Frou Frou” all types of biscuits, “Golden Choice” breakfast cereals, “Handy Snacks” potato chips and snacks, “Mon Ami” ready-to-make desserts, and “Bakandys” traditional rusks, crisp rolls and couvertures. Today, following six decades of growth and evolution, the company operates across multiple divisions: Manufacturing, Exporting, Importing, Portfolio Investment, and Property Investment. This reflects its commitment to innovation, expansion, and long-term success.

Our focus goes beyond arranging protection through insurance cover. As a company, we care deeply about doing the right thing. At every touchpoint, we work hard to make a positive impact on everyone: customers, partners and our community. For over 30 years, focusing on customers has helped establish Gan Direct as one of the largest insurance companies in Cyprus. Protecting people and the things they value most is at the core of our business. We advise our customers, honestly and openly, on all matters relating to insurance, offering comprehensive, value-for-money solutions for Motor, Property and Health insurance.

Island Oil Holdings is a diversified group of companies that primarily deals with the supply and trading of marine fuels. Entrusted by blue-chip clients from international shipping markets for more than 30 years, Island Oil has built a strong reputation through its human-centric values and culture of conducting business based on trust and mutuality. Headquartered in Limassol, the group today owns 11 bunker tankers, has physical supply stations in Cyprus, Romania, and Israel, along with additional offices in Piraeus, Singapore, London, Hong Kong, and Seoul. With a client-oriented approach, strong financial management, controlled growth and a highly skilled team of professionals, Island Oil has become a respected and reliable partner-supplier in the marine fuels market.

Iron Mountain Cyprus Ltd is the leading company in Records and Information Management in Cyprus and one of the most innovative Information processing companies in the region. A trusted partner for leading businesses in Cyprus, providing solutions that include information management, digital transformation, secure storage, and secure destruction, Iron Mountain helps customers comply with regulations, recover from disaster, and enable a digitised way of working.

McDonald's opened its first restaurant in Cyprus in June 1997, in Phinikoudes, Larnaca. 28 years later, the brand has grown to 23 restaurants across the island, employing over 1,500 people. Behind the iconic Golden Arches is a global community. Crew members, farmers, suppliers, and countless others—who make up who we are as a brand and bring McDonald's to life every day. This collective effort, known as the McFamily, has shaped McDonald's for over 65 years. Committed to the highest standards, McDonald's prioritizes safety and quality in every market, ensuring customers enjoy delicious food they can trust, every single day. Investing in technology and people is at the heart of McDonald's. Through the McDonald’s App, customers can earn rewards with the My Rewards Programme, enjoying free favorites and exclusive offers. The app also features the Mobile Order & Pay service, allowing customers to preorder and pick up their meals from the Front Counter, Drive-Thru, or Table Service—making their McDonald’s experience even more convenient.

MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET), through its subsidiaries and affiliates (“MetLife”), is one of the world’s leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to help individual and institutional customers build a more confident future. Founded in 1868, MetLife has operations in more than 40 markets globally and holds leading positions in the United States, Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East. For more information, visit www.metlife.com.

With a history spanning almost a century, the PAPAELLINAS GROUP enjoys a leading role in the sectors in which it operates. These include the distribution of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, consumer products, and a strong network of stores, as well as integrated distribution services. Through its longstanding relationship of trust with the Cypriot consumer, the Group implements the strategy of its systematic expansion and opens new paths of quality and reliability, having already established itself as the leading Health and Beauty Product Group in Cyprus. After almost a century since its establishment, the Group continues to look forward. Its timeless mission is to make more and more people live and feel better.

Philip Morris Cyprus is an affiliate company of Philip Morris International (PMI), a leading international tobacco company, with products sold in over 180 countries and a global workforce of ~83,170. PMI is leading a transformation in the tobacco industry to create a smoke-free future, and ultimately replace cigarettes with smoke-free products to the benefit of adults who would otherwise continue to smoke. In 2021 it established its affiliate company Philip Morris Cyprus Ltd in Cyprus to support the marketing of the products of PMI in the country.

BridgerPay, founded in 2019, is an omnichannel payment operations platform that helps businesses optimize payment processing and boost revenues while cutting costs. With over 1,000 integrated payment providers and a unique Bridger Retry™ engine, businesses improve approval rates by 15% or more. Serving over 500 companies globally, BridgerPay's team of 50 professionals continues to deliver exceptional results and drive payment performance for businesses worldwide.

Caffè Nero was created to bring the authentic experience of traditional Italian cafés, driven by a passion for high-quality coffee. Alongside its signature award-winning Classico Blend, customers can enjoy Single Origin coffee made from 100% Arabica beans with unique flavour notes. The warm, inviting spaces of Caffè Nero create a "Home Away From Home" feeling, with cozy seating and stunning locations, including beautiful sea views and lush parks. In Cyprus, Caffè Nero is operated by PHC Franchised Restaurants Public Ltd and, since its opening in 2013, has grown to 21 stores. Each store maintains its unique character, consistently delivering exceptional quality and friendly service.

Ellinas Finance is the leader in Alternative Financing in Cyprus, with over 30 years of experience in financing, factoring, microfinancing as well as insurance services.  The company is listed on the Cyprus Stock Exchange. Throughout the years, Ellinas Finance has financed more than €300 Million households and SME’s, being a strong supporter of the Cypriot Economy. Today, Ellinas Finance holds a loan portfolio of €25,000,000 with new financing growing to €8,000,000 annually.  Ellinas Finance is aiming to expand its loan portfolio to €50,000,000 by 2028, further underscoring its commitment to Cyprus’ economic growth. The company’s digital factoring business finances invoices in the region of €20,000,000 annually.

EY Cyprus, with over 90 years of practice, has been a trusted business advisor and auditor to a broad range of clients, from private individuals and entrepreneurial businesses to major public companies and large multinationals. We are part of EY EMEIA area, the largest multicounty region in the global EY organization. Cyprus is one of the 29 countries that comprise the Central, Eastern and South-eastern Europe, and Central Asia (CESA) region. In this Transformative Age, EY teams have to stay ahead of new trends. We need to help maintain and improve the quality through our four service lines (Assurance, Tax and Legal, Consulting and Strategy and Transactions), while making greater use of emerging technologies and different skills to create new and innovative offerings. Our industry specializations in Cyprus cover banking and capital markets, insurance, government and public sector, technology, shipping, telecommunications, consumer products and retail, automotive and transportation, hospitality, real estate, asset management, oil and gas, and power and utilities.

Great coffee has been the driving passion since 1979 for Gloria Jean Kvetko, founder of Gloria Jean’s Coffees. From the first store that opened in Chicago, Illinois to the 600+ stores across 40 countries in operation today, the chain has maintained their commitment, to serve gloriously good coffee. Following the brand's acquisition in Cyprus by Lanitis Group, Gloria Jean's Coffees has been undergoing a major rebranding and repositioning with a series of renovations across all their stores in Cyprus.

Infocredit Group is a leading provider of business intelligence and risk management solutions, specializing in Credit Risk, AML/CTF compliance, Due Diligence, KYC, and Cybersecurity. For over 50 years, it has helped businesses manage risks from credit exposure and regulatory compliance with innovative, API-driven, cost-effective solutions tailored to their needs. The company’s expert team offers cutting-edge services in Credit Risk Management, Debt Recovery, Fraud Prevention, ID Verification, ESG, and Cybersecurity. With offices in Cyprus, Malta, the UK, and UAE, and a presence in Greece, the US, Canada, and Ireland, Infocredit Group serves the international market with efficiency and expertise.

Established in 1949, KEAN stands as a prominent manufacturing facility in Cyprus, specializing in the production and exportation of juices, nectars, fruit drinks, soft drinks and squashes to more than 40 countries. Renowned for processing local fresh citrus fruit, KEAN also provides manufacturing solutions to domestic and international clientele. Through its subsidiaries, the Group serves as a distinguished distributor, offering a comprehensive array of chilled, frozen, and ambient foods to the retail and food service sectors.

KPMG has been operating in Cyprus since 1948 and currently employs more than 800 professionals working from 6 offices across the island. It is a member of KPMG International Limited, a global organisation of independent professional services firms providing. Audit, Tax and Advisory services. KPMG operates in 143 countries and territories and has approximately 273,000 people working in member firms around the world. Clients look to KPMG for a consistent standard of service based on highorder professional capabilities, industry insight, local knowledge and expertise.

SPYROS VASSILIOU & ASSOCIATES LLC is a dynamic law firm specializing in corporate law, commercial litigation, FinTech, trusts, and real estate. We provide strategic legal solutions to individuals and businesses, with a strong focus on emerging industries. Our expertise in cross-border transactions and regulatory compliance ensures clients navigate complex legal landscapes with confidence.

TBWA\Entelia belongs to one of the largest and most successful networks globally, TBWA, with a presence in over 100 countries, 350 offices and 15000 people who share a common philosophy, methodology and practice - Disruption®, which overturns the conventional truth and predetermined ways of thinking with a view to a larger share of the future. For 27 years, TBWA\Entelia has led the way in the communication sector with its subversive creativity, offering strategic and creative guidance for international and local brands.

Tototheo Global is a leading provider of advanced connectivity and technology solutions, dedicated to optimizing performance across various sectors, including maritime, land and air enterprises. The company's services include satellite communications, navigation systems, digital transformation services, AI, IoT, and comprehensive cybersecurity solutions. Leveraging decades of experience, Tototheo Global delivers innovative, efficient, and tailored solutions for a diverse clientele. Sustainability and reliability are at the forefront of Tototheo Global's mission. The company advances digital transformation through state-of-the-art technology and robust connectivity. By integrating AI and IoT, it enhances operational efficiency, offering intelligent insights for smarter decision-making. Anchored in its core values, Tototheo Global supports customers in achieving operational excellence and sustainable growth.

W11 Ventures. A unique boutique growth and innovation advisory firm, and venture friend, scaling startups and innovative companies and a value adding connector of corporates with the innovation ecosystem, creating partnerships for the long run with a proactive role geared to genuine value creation and growth. W11 is a trusted hands-on strategic partner to its portfolio and clients along an investment readiness pathway, throughout their lifecycle, from startup, to scaleup, and growth phases, looking for business development, capital raising, growth and exit opportunities.

ZORBAS Group was founded in 1975 in the village of Athienou, in the district of Larnaca, starting out as a small family bakery. Today, 50 years on, it has evolved into one of the country’s biggest corporate groups with more than 100 points of sale in Cyprus and the US, as well as three production units. The Group is made up of a well-trained team of over 3,500 members.

LandasColour is one of Cyprus' leading specialists in digital printing, signs and LED billboards operating since 2008. Our latest technological advances in machinery and software, combined with the creativity of our specialized team, can provide our customers with fast service and outstanding quality. Taking advantage of our wide range of products and services, we can accommodate your business’ different needs guaranteeing an elegant implementation, a successful campaign, a long and stable cooperation. Our services include amongst others, illuminated signs, 3D logos, banners, acrylic products, vehicle branding, metallic constructions and stickers of all sizes and surfaces.

LightBlack Solutions, a Cypriot-based company, was established in 2008 by a group of passionate web designers and programmers in need of creativity and change. The company engages in web design, development and solutions optimized to fit any business requirements and meet customer demands. Our services span from Custom Web Applications to e-Commerce Solutions and from Web Design/Development to Digital Marketing. At LightBlack we welcome challenge. Challenges lead to innovations and are a force of constant improvement and evolvement.

We are a family business offering a wide collection of quality promotional and corporate gifts/textiles, with an extended range of customisation possibilities. To enhance the appreciation of our products and the resulting connection between giver and receiver, we focus on delivering the highest possible product quality, as defined by durability, functionality and customization amplification. Brands we proudly offer: Hugo Boss, MoMA, Thule, Prodir, Blaupunkt, Montblanc, JBL, Parker, Cricket, Cerruti, Fruit of the Loom, Russell, Lexon, XD Design, Case Logic.

Photos Photiades Group (PPG) was founded in 1942 and today it is one of the country’s leading business groups comprised of three divisions (Beverages, Insurance and Real Estate Development). PPG is a leader in the production, sales, marketing and distribution of well-known beer and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic brands, and in the sectors of real estate and insurance – Universal Life. It has created a wide network of strategic partnerships with world-renowned companies such as Carlsberg, Diageo, Jose Cuervo, Gruppo Campari, Moet Hennessy, Osotspa, Lanson, AXA Multinational Insurance and many others. With more than 1200 employees, the Photos Photiades Group has significant operations in Cyprus, Greece, Romania, Croatia and Slovenia.

RedwolfOgilvy is a leading force in Cyprus’ communication & marketing industry, combining local expertise with Ogilvy's global prestige. As an official partner and representative of this world-renowned network, it delivers cutting-edge 360° solutions across advertising, public relations, and digital marketing. With a powerhouse team of 40+ industry experts, access to world-class tools and insights, and an unwavering commitment to creativity and innovation, RedwolfOgilvy is redefining the future of brand communications in Cyprus, crafting high-impact, strategic solutions that empower businesses to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.

TechIsland is the largest tech association in Cyprus with over 350 members. It was founded in 2021 with the mission to transform Cyprus into a hub for innovation and technology. As a non-profit organization TechIsland strives towards optimizing the operating environment of the tech industry in Cyprus, providing guidance and education to its members and creating unique networking opportunities.

The Bank of Cyprus Group is the leading banking and financial services group in Cyprus, providing a wide range of financial products and services which include retail and commercial banking, finance, factoring, investment banking, brokerage, fund management, private banking, life and general insurance. The Group’s digital infrastructure is proving successful, transforming the Bank to a modern, customer-centric hub offering banking and broader financial digital products and services in Cyprus. The Group has set the foundations to enhance its organisational resilience and ESG agenda and continues to work towards building a forward-looking organisation with a clear strategy supported by effective corporate governance aligned with ESG agenda priorities, aiming to lead the transition of Cyprus to a sustainable future.

CIM - Cyprus Business School was established in 1978 in Nicosia as The Cyprus Institute of Marketing and has been operating also in Limassol since 1984. Originally set up to promote the science of Marketing in Cyprus and abroad, during the last 46 years CIM-Cyprus Business School has evolved into an all-round Business School, offering an array of programmes at both Undergraduate as well as Postgraduate level – from Marketing, Business, to Accounting and Finance, Shipping, and Human Resource Management, Law and other. Over the years, CIM-Cyprus Business School has provided the opportunity to more than 10,000 students to acquire acclaimed qualifications and fulfil their aspirations. A lot of our students are individuals who had missed out, for one reason or another, on the opportunity to study after graduating from secondary school, yet who always had the desire to pursue learning, gain further knowledge and qualifications, and advance their careers. Though CIM serves students of all ages and all walks of life, we still offer evening classes exclusively – in order to cater for the needs of working individuals. We still put emphasis on combining theory and practice and remain committed to offering the best and most accessible education at the most affordable fees.

IMH is a leading Corporate Events, Media, Business Intelligence and Networking organisation with a vast annual agenda of over 200 conferences, business forums, exhibitions, investment summits, client events and business awards ceremonies. Organised by IMH in Cyprus and abroad, these are considered to be Cyprus’ largest business and professional networking platforms. Our Business Media Department publishes Cyprus’ two most popular monthly business magazines– IN Business and GOLD –and two digital media platforms, IN Business News and CBN (Cyprus Business News) with their Daily Newsletters providing executives with news and updates on the local business and economic landscape, in Greek and English respectively. Our Consumer Media Department operates REPORTER, one of the country's most popular news portals, as well as SUPER FM, Cyprus’ Number 1 Greek music radio station. IMH also participates in Cyprus Government, EU and other international organisations’ projects and programmes. www.imhbusiness.com

As the flagship publication within IMH’s media brands, IN Business magazine, has a 16-year history, during which thousands of examples of good business practices by businesses and businesspeople, brands, commercial practices and developments have been showcased. The aim of IN Business was – and continues to be – the promotion of good Cypriot business. www.inbusinessnews.com

GOLD was first published in 2011 as the first monthly English-language business magazine in Cyprus. Today, it not only consistently promotes good business practices, focusing on the promotion of Cyprus as an international business centre, but has a unique readership, comprising High Net Worth Individ­uals, executives of international companies, and English-speaking Cypriot and non-Cypriot busi­nessmen and women.