Motto: “Arete episteme estin” – Virtue is Knowledge
On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, The Royal Hall in Nicosia will host one of the most anticipated nights on Cyprus’ social calendar: the 24th Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards, honoring the “Best of the Year” for 2025.
Now in its 24th yr, the awards stay Cyprus’ largest and longest-running recognition establishment. Since 2001, the occasion has spotlighted pioneering males whose work, perseverance, imaginative and prescient and integrity have damaged new floor, whether or not in science, the arts, sports activities or enterprise. These are people who lead by instance, who encourage, and whose contribution goes past private success.
At its core, the establishment celebrates substance over floor. Far from superficial recognition, the course of has remained constant over the years, designed to spotlight data, ethos and significant impression slightly than publicity or industrial enchantment.
Each yr, nominees are chosen by the editorial group of MAN journal. Winners in every voting class are decided equally, 50% by specialised analysis agency IMR and 50% by outstanding personalities from Cypriot society.
Voting Categories:
- Manager / Entrepreneur by Cablenet
- Scientist
- Creation / Culture
- Athlete
Non-Voting Categories:
- International Cypriot
- University of Nicosia Excellence Award
- Greek of the Year
- Lifetime Achievement Award (in reminiscence of Christos Iakovides)
This yr’s ceremony guarantees a dynamic environment, elevated by a particular efficiency from acclaimed Greek singer Elli Kokkinou, who will current a program curated solely for the occasion.
The Bank of Cyprus Man of the Year Awards wouldn’t have achieved such success and public recognition with out the worthwhile assist of its companions and sponsors: University of Nicosia, Cablenet, MS Jacobides, BMW, Driving Safely by Pilakoutas Group, Johnnie Walker, Boss Beyond, PAPELLINAS Group (Official Representative in Cyprus), Alphamega, Timinis, and Allwyn Proud Supporter.
Process auditors: Deloitte.
For extra details about the establishment and this yr’s nominees, go to www.man.com.cy.
