CIM SUMMIT 2023

Dr Catherine Magelssen studies multinational firm strategy, with particular interests in intra-firm structure, internal versus external firm contracting relationships, and firm response to environmental shocks. Her current research focuses on how firms develop, organize, and manage their intangible assets and the strategic implications for firm knowledge sharing, innovation, and growth. Dr Magelssen is an Assistant Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at London Business School. Prior to joining academia, she worked as an economic consultant where she managed global transfer pricing projects, advised multinational firms on the structuring of intra-firm relationships, valued intangible assets, and helped firms integrate global operations post-acquisition.

Professor Marcel Corstjens is Emeritus Unilever Chaired Professor of Marketing at INSEAD, an international business school located in Fontainebleau, France. After his studies in Belgium, he received his PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, where his doctoral dissertation won 1st prize from the American Marketing Association. He taught at Berkeley before joining INSEAD in 1978, and has since also been visiting professor at Cornell, Stanford and CEIBS (China). Prof. Corstjens has developed his research and consulting activities in business strategy and marketing strategy with a particular focus on innovation, customer insight and distribution channels. He has co-authored a number of pedagogical computer simulations and decision support systems. His best known simulations are ‘STRATPHARM’ and ‘ELEXIR’ for the Pharmaceutical industry, and ‘STOREWARS’ and ‘MARPRO’, for the consumer goods industry. He has authored 2 books on the pharma industry ‘Marketing Strategies in the Pharmaceutical Industry’ and ‘Good Pharma’. He has co-authored with his wife, Judith Corstjens, ‘Storewars: The Battle for Mindspace and Shelf Space’ on strategies in the consumer goods industry. The latter book has been translated in 7 different languages and is considered to be a reference in its field. Recently he published a second book on the FMCG industry: ‘Penetration: the new Battle for Mind Space and Shelf Space’. Aside from his books, Prof. Corstjens has published more than 50 articles in leading academic journals (including: Marketing Science, Management Science, Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Business) and his research has been featured in the Harvard Business Review, The Financial Times and The Economist. His consulting activities centre on marketing and channel strategies in a wide variety of industries and companies, including Novartis, Schering Plough, Roche, Genentech, Merck, Novo-Nordisk, Unilever, Heineken, United Distillers, Diageo, SaraLee, Altria, Cadbury Schweppes, P&G, Pepsico, Metro, Makro, Ahold, Europcar, Credito Italiano, Samsung, Philips and others. Prof. Corstjens has been an non-executive director of Jeronimo Martins (a Portuguese retailer) and a member of the advisory board of NIBC (a Dutch Bank) and TrueCapital (a retail investment firm).

Thomas Roulet is an Associate Professor in Organisation Theory and the Deputy Director of the MBA at the Cambridge Judge Business School, and the Co-Director of the Entrepreneurship Lab at King's College, University of Cambridge. Thomas consults on a regular basis for a variety of clients around questions of work, wellbeing, leadership and culture. His research work has been regularly covered by a variety of outlets including the Financial Times, the Economist, Bloomberg, the BBC, the Telegraph or Le Monde. He was selected among the Best Professors under 40 by Poets and Quants and Business school Professors to look for by Business Because, both in 2020. His latest book The Power of Being Divisive: Understanding Negative Social Evaluations was described by Financial Times as “a fascinating study of the social-media fuelled and fast-changing landscape of public opinion, and the possible ways in which that might be beneficial”.

Colleen Cunningham is an Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship and Strategy at the Eccles School of Business, University of Utah. Dr Cunningham’s research examines technology commercialization strategies, including anti-competitive acquisitions, the role of secrecy and disclosure in innovation, and the interplay of innovation with firm boundaries and structure, typically focusing on health-related industries. Her research has been published in top journals and has received numerous prestigious awards. Dr Cunningham was previously on the faculty of London Business School and received her PhD from Duke University. She was listed on the Thinkers50 Radar 2021.

Green Energy Group is one of the largest energy saving groups in Cyprus, which offers integrated solutions in the field of Renewable Energy Sources. It holds an Electricity Supply License since 2018 and since October 2022, it participates in the Transitional Regulation of the Competitive Electricity Market. With many years of experience and highly qualified staff, the group offers integrated high-performance solutions for Houses, Businesses and Photovoltaic parks. The Group has an energy portfolio with a capacity of 42.69MW of Renewable Energy.

The Pilakoutas Group is the official importer of leading automotive brands, BMW, MINI, Alpina, Rolls Royce, Jaguar, Land Rover, Nissan, Renault, Dacia and Mitsubishi in Cyprus. Through its historical path and dynamic development, it has created bonds of trust with its customers in both retail and aftersales services. The Pilakoutas Group confirms in practice its adaptability and flexibility, remaining at the cutting edge of the latest developments within the automotive sector.

VE Very Exclusive stores take you a few steps closer to Place Vendome, the Parisian home of luxury watch and jewellery brands. For the lovers of fine jewellery and luxurious accessories, VE Very Exclusive brings to you incredible diamond creations, from prestigious jewellery brands as well as timepieces from international Maisons that can only be described as works of art.

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 Communication Systems PLC, one of the largest telecommunications providers in Cyprus, has proprietary infrastructure and range, thus providing comprehensive telecommunications solutions that include Internet, Fixed and Mobile Telephony, as well as TV services. Cablenet has managed to build a unique telecommunications network, capable of providing broadband access speeds of up to 1Gbps whilst simultaneously supporting multiple HD TV channels. Cablenet provides very high speeds at very affordable prices, offering domestic clients the broadband access and combined service markets’ best value for money. Cablenet offers quality services for businesses and their creation has always been driven by the needs of corporate clients at all levels, be they small, medium or large companies. The company offers comprehensive broadband internet, Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint connection services both locally and internationally, Cloud services and fixed telephony services.

Website: www.cablenet.com.cy | www.cablenetbusiness.com.cy

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.

Iron Mountain is the world leader in information management services. With a strong understanding of the challenges that businesses face today, Iron Mountain partners with companies to safely store their physical archives, digitize – scan and process necessary information using AI and ML technologies, securely search and access information digitally through innovative enterprise content management systems, and finally confidential destroy information at the end of its lifecyle.

McDonald’s first restaurant opened in June 1997, in Phinikoudes, Larnaca. Today, there are 24 restaurants throughout the island, employing more than 1500 people. Always maintaining high standards, McDonald’s serves quality food, invests in technology and in the training of its employees. And now with the McDonald’s App, customers can earn points through the My Rewards Program, to enjoy their favorite products for free as well as benefit from the exclusive offers available on the app. Also, the Mobile Order and Pay service allows customers to order ahead and have their order ready for pick up from the Front Counter, Drive-Thru or Table Service.

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, Japan, Latin America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. For more information, visit www.metlife.com.

Ο Όμιλος Cyfield ιδρύθηκε το 1990 και είναι ένας από τους μεγαλύτερους κατασκευαστικούς ομίλους στην Κύπρο. Δραστηριοποιείται στους τομείς Ανάπτυξης Γης, Δημόσιων και Ιδιωτικών Έργων Υποδομής, Παραγωγής και Εμπορίας Εξειδικευμένων Δομικών Υλικών και Ανάπτυξης Εργοληπτικών Υποδομών. Από το 2018 δραστηριοποιείται και στον τομέα της Ενέργειας, ξεκινώντας την κατασκευή του πρώτου ιδιωτικού σταθμού παραγωγής ενέργειας στην Κύπρο, Power Energy Cyprus Ltd (PEC.). Με περισσότερα από 30 χρόνια εμπειρία και τεχνογνωσία, σχεδιάζει, κατασκευάζει και διαθέτει όλων των ειδών υψηλής ποιότητας οικιστικά και εμπορικά ακίνητα σε Κύπρο και Ελλάδα. Ο Όμιλος έχει τιμηθεί με επαγγελματικά και επιχειρηματικά βραβεία.

GR8 Tech is an international B2B provider with full tech coverage for established betting businesses, including iGaming platform solutions, the Parimatch brand franchise, and Business-as-a-Service offers for long-term partnerships. GR8 Tech's expertise in the betting industry is based on 29 years of operation experience and the legacy of the Parimatch brand. The GR8 Tech platform handles millions of active Parimatch players and provides its best practices to grow betting businesses worldwide. And for those who plan to enter the betting market, we have a unique Business-as-a-Service offer with ready-made tech solutions, support, and consulting on the launch and operation of your new betting business.

Jamie Oliver Kitchen opened its doors recently for the public in Limassol Marina. This is the third restaurant of the franchise globally. There are already two in Bali and Brazil. The menu of Jamie Oliver Kitchen encapsulates the art, the experiences and the secrets discovered by the chef throughout his various trips around the world. The modern and bright spaces of the restaurant, the green plants, along with the minimalistic design in bright colour tones are those details that calm the body and soul. Guests can enjoy the wonderful sea view, and of course, the refreshing cocktails mixed at the exterior bar of the restaurant, open until late in the evening.

KEAN, the iconic Cypriot company and a symbol of exemplary entrepreneurship and innovation, was founded in 1949 and is one of the longest-running and most resilient companies on the island. The pioneering chemist and founder, Takis Christodoulou, was one of the first to produce natural juices from local citrus fruits and aromatic herbs. Nowadays, KEAN owns one of the few factories in Cyprus with its own production units and machinery, applying environmentally friendly approaches and distributing its products in more than 50 countries worldwide. Consistent with its CSR activities, KEAN integrates social, environmental, and cultural initiatives into its business operations in order to give back to the community.

KPMG has been operating in Cyprus since 1948 and currently employs more than 850 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 high-order professional capabilities, industry insight, local knowledge and expertise.

H NetU αποτελεί κορυφαίο οργανισμό παροχής λύσεων και υπηρεσιών πληροφορικής στην Ανατολική Μεσόγειο, με ισχυρή τοπική και διεθνή δραστηριότητα. Ως ένας αξιόπιστος Συνεργάτης Ψηφιακού Μετασχηματισμού, σε μεσαίους και μεγάλους οργανισμούς του Ιδιωτικού και Δημόσιου τομέα, για περισσότερα από 30 χρόνια, η NetU παρέχει υψηλού επιπέδου ολοκληρωμένες λύσεις πληροφορικής δίνοντας απαντήσεις τόσο σε επιχειρηματικά όσο και τεχνολογικά προβλήματα, βοηθώντας οργανισμούς στην επίτευξη των στόχων τους.

Remedica is a leading pharmaceutical company located in Cyprus with an exporting activity in more than 160 countries. Originally founded in 1980, it specializes in the development, production and sale of high-quality, safe and efficacious pharmaceutical products for human use. It also markets a number of other healthcare products. Its pharmaceutical range consists of a product portfolio of more than 350 generic, branded generic and over-the-counter (OTC) products. In Limassol, Remedica has 14 buildings, occupying a total area of 50,000 sqm.

P.I. PROVIDENT CORPORATE SERVICES LIMITED, as a registered Administrative Service Provider (ASP) regulated by the Cyprus Bar Association, is closely connected to SPYROS VASSILIOU & ASSOCIATES law firm and has over the last 30 years built an eco-system of team members, associates and partners to provide extraordinary solutions for its clients. Teamwork is a hallmark to P.I. PROVIDENT which does not only meet, add but it also exceeds its clients’ expectations.

Tototheo Maritime specializes in maritime technology, focusing on optimizing vessel and fleet performance. Our range of services includes innovative, efficient, and functional solutions in the fields of satellite communication, navigation systems, digitalization and end-to-end cyber security services. Tototheo Maritime operates in a connected dynamic and sustainable maritime sector, supported by reliable and efficient connectivity and innovative technologies – all underpinned by the Tototheo values. We conduct our business with honesty and transparency, offering equal terms of treatment without prejudice.

ZORBAS Group was founded in 1975 in the village of Athienou, in the district of Larnaca, starting out as a small family bakery. Today, 49 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.

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.

Commercial General Insurance (CGI) was founded in 1973 by Commercial Union Assurance plc of the United Kingdom, now Aviva plc and the Christophides Group which had been representing this company in Cyprus since 1925. Dedicated to the highest standards of service and professionalism, CGI innovates and pioneers in the insurance sector and has gained the confidence and respect of the public with its financial strength and credibility.

The Cyprus Forum is an independent, ambitious and not-for-profit conference, organised by Oxygono, in association with the Delphi Economic Forum and Zenox Public Affairs as communications partner. It is our goal to become a lever and catalyst for change through discussions and debates leading to commitments, actions and ultimately outcomes. It is our aim to improve and promote sustainable and socially responsible policy in Cyprus and the wider Eastern Mediterranean region. The Cyprus Forum brings together local and foreign political leaders, prominent figures from the public and the private sector, the media, academia and civic society to initiate dialogue, exchange ideas and find new and creative solutions to key public policy issues.

DHL Express, part of Deutsche Post DHL Group, is the global market leader in international express business, with one of the largest fleets worldwide, a network composed of 220 countries and territories, 111.000 employees and an unparalleled expertise of the local markets. DHL Express, has been recognized as the 1st best place to work globally in a 2022 employer ranking from Great Place to Work.

LandasColour is one of Cyprus’ leading specialists in digital printing and signs, operating since 2008. Our latest technological advances in machinery combined with the creativity of our specialized team, allow us to provide to our customers 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. Reliability, consistency and creativity are among the strong set of core values our company maintains. We work with businesses from different sectors and industries, on both a local and national scale. Our diverse portfolio and collaboration with most of the island’s biggest brands indicate that LandasColour can be your one stop service for advertising and display solutions. To discuss your branding requirements, or for more information on our solutions simply get in touch and our team will be happy to help.

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) and operations in five countries. 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, Danone, Gruppo Campari, Moet Hennessy, Osotspa, Lanson, LAVAZZA, AXA Multinational Insurance and many others. The Photos Photiades Group has significant operations in Cyprus, Greece, Romania, Croatia and Slovenia

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.