Demetris Zorbas, CEO of Zorbas Group, was named Cyprus Manager of the Year 2025. This distinction is an honor both for him and for Zorbas Group, reaffirming the strategic growth and innovation that have defined the company for the past 50 years.
Demetris, represents the new generation of leadership in one of Cyprus’s most iconic family businesses. Building on the solid foundations laid by his family, he has led the Group into a new era of dynamic growth, innovation, and international recognition – while preserving the values that have defined its character for over five decades.
Since assuming the CEO role in 2005, Demetris Zorbas has driven a comprehensive transformation of the Group. The bakery network has more than doubled, evolving beyond its traditional form into a modern food destination. Through innovative concepts – including fresh meals, sandwiches, salads, sushi, and premium coffee via the Coffee Berry franchise, where the Group serves as master franchisor in Cyprus – the Zorbas brand has set new standards in quality and customer experience.
Further diversification came with the acquisition of the Pralina patisseries and the creation of the award-winning restaurants Pralina Experience and Pinolo, redefining Cyprus’s culinary scene. The launch of COOKNOOK, a premium delicatessen concept, expanded the Group’s footprint into retail, blending tradition with contemporary taste.
Internationally, the establishment of The French Workshop in New York marked a proud milestone – demonstrating that a Cypriot family business can thrive in one of the world’s most competitive markets.
Together with his family, Demetris Zorbas continues to strengthen the Group’s human-centered culture, empowering over 4.000 colleagues and promoting collaboration, integrity, and purpose. As Deputy President of the Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (OEB), he also contributes to the advancement of Cyprus’s business community.
Through visionary leadership rooted in family values, Demetris Zorbas has transformed Zorbas Group into a modern, innovative, and internationally respected organization – a true symbol of Cypriot entrepreneurship and excellence.