CYPRUS HR
POWERBREAKFAST
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Inspiring HR Talks & Networking
The 3rd HR PowerBreakfast Event took place on the 30th May, 2025 at the Parklane Resort in Limassol. It was an exclusive morning of inspiring talks and high-impact networking with the theme “Share Your Stripes” connecting an audience of HR professionals, business leaders, and innovators in a dynamic breakfast event setting.
The Next HR PowerBreakfast Event
The 4th HR PowerBreakfast Event!
Coming Soon in October 2025
A free-to-attend event for HR leaders, Talent Managers, C-level executives, and founders.
Event Overview
The HR PowerBreakfast series has quickly become a popular gathering for HR professionals, C-level executives, and founders across Cyprus, offering a platform for insightful discussions and high-impact networking. Now in its third edition, the May 2025 event continued this momentum with fresh perspectives and an energizing atmosphere. This limited-capacity HR event series features thought-provoking content and ample networking opportunities in a friendly breakfast buffet format.
A free-to-attend event for HR leaders, Talent Managers, C-level executives, and Founders.
We invite sponsorship enquiries for the 4th event, coming soon in October 2025.
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3rd HR PowerBreakfast Agenda
Key Note Speaker
Paris Thomas, Executive Advisor on AI & Strategy, CEO at Talent Hacks, and Co-Founder of Rapid Visual AI.
Paris will dive deep into a vital topic for today’s HR and leadership community: Future-Fit Leadership: Rethinking Talent, Reinvention & Relevance in the Age of AI.
This session is crafted for HR, Talent Managers, C-level executives, and founders who are ready to move beyond the AI buzz and address the critical questions:
✔️ How can we ensure our teams stay future-ready in a rapidly evolving world?
✔️ What does organizational reinvention really require?
✔️ How can AI become a tool for better thinking, not just faster work?
Expect live AI demonstrations and hands-on insights you can immediately put into action, setting the stage for forward-thinking discussions.
Panel 1
Beyond Salary: How Well-being Drives Talent Engagement and Retention. This panel discusses strategies for a healthy workplace culture, improving engagement and reducing turnover – especially in challenging times.
Moderated by Gala Grigoreva, Co-founder & Trainer at Integrated Professional Growth (IPG), this panel brings together experts in ESG, wellness, and diversity to explore what it really means to support people beyond pay.
Panel Speakers:
George Savva, Global ESG Practice Lead, Amdocs
Eleni Ploutarchou, Lead of Diversity Charter Cyprus
Sandra Da Silva, Co-founder, Integrated Professional Growth (IPG)
Dzmitry Pipko, Partner Director of Business Development, SportBenefit
In collaboration with: Integrated Professional Growth (IPG)
Bonus: Stay for the full event and enter the draw to win a mindfulness session from IPG for your team, right at your office!
Event Sponsor: SportBenefit
Panel 2
Talent Acquisition & Retention Strategies: A forward-looking discussion on innovative ways to attract top talent and retain high performers. Panelists will delve into recruitment marketing, employer branding and HEX, career development opportunities, and the role of technology (e.g. HR automation) in talent management.
Moderator: Donna Stephenson, Founder, Emerald Zebra
Panel Speakers:
Our Sponsor
A huge thank you to our event sponsor, SportBenefit, offering flexible, all-in-one sports and wellness memberships across 265 facilities and 64 activities for your employees.
Thanks to SportBenefit, every attendee will enjoy a special experience giveaway on the day:
Free Platinum Membership SportBenefit
We’re excited to offer a special giveaway during this event: a one-month free Platinum Membership that gives you daily access to all their partner locations. To claim your free membership, simply speak with one of their representatives and provide your contact information along with your company name. The membership can be activated starting June 1st—don’t miss out!
We’d like to extend a special thank-you to Fishy Design Agency for serving as the creative partner for Emerald Zebra’s HR PowerBreakfast events. Your expertise has truly brought our vision to life!
Past Events Highlights
HR leaders and panelists engaged in discussion during a 2024 HR PowerBreakfast event. Our first two HR PowerBreakfast events in 2024 were resounding successes, drawing high attendance and excellent feedback from the local HR community.
Each gathering united HR professionals, business owners, and leaders from across Cyprus, fostering lively discussions and valuable connections.
Sponsor An Event
Align your brand with Cyprus’s HR PowerBreakfast event. For 2025, only two exclusive sponsorship slots are available, offering partners a chance to stand out and gain visibility among HR and business leaders. As a sponsor of the 3rd HR PowerBreakfast, you’ll enjoy valuable benefits that maximize your exposure and impact:
Visibility: Your logo featured on all event marketing materials (invitations, flyers, social media, on-site signage) and in our promotional campaigns, ensuring extensive reach and recognition.
Thought Leadership: A dedicated 10-minute speaking slot during the event to address the audience, giving your company a spotlight to share with an attentive crowd of professionals.
Interested in sponsoring? Get in touch with our team to inquire about sponsorship packages and secure your spot. By partnering with HR PowerBreakfast 2025, your organization will demonstrate its commitment to HR excellence and gain meaningful exposure to the Cyprus HR and Leadership community.
March 28, 2024 – Inaugural HR PowerBreakfast
The inaugural event (held at Parklane, Limassol) was a resounding success, uniting HR professionals, business owners, and leaders from across Cyprus. It featured a keynote by Ms. Josie Christodoulou, the Commissioner for Gender Equality of Cyprus, who spoke about advancing equality and breaking unconscious bias in the workplace. The program also included two panel discussions on key HR and leadership topics, setting the tone for an engaging and insightful series of events.
June 13, 2024 – 2nd HR PowerBreakfast
The second edition (June 2024) built on the momentum with another full-house event. It opened with a keynote by Ms. Yiota Kambouridou from the Cyprus Ministry of Labour, focusing on preparations for the upcoming EU Pay Transparency Directive. Attendees also benefited from interactive panel discussions on pivotal HR and talent management topics. This edition reinforced the HR PowerBreakfast’s reputation as a must-attend forum for HR and leaders, backed by strong participation and community enthusiasm.
WHAT OUR ATTENDEES SAY:
"A great starting point was the interactive discussion led by Ms. Josie Christodoulou, the Commissioner for Gender Equality, who encouraged us to share our thoughts on how we can promote equality in the workplace and in society in general. My sincere congratulations go out to Donna, Terri and the whole Emerald Zebra Team for this event. May this be a start to a series of knowledge sharing and practical sessions, that will bring us together as HR professionals."
Stephanie commended the event for its valuable discussions on gender equality and workplace wellbeing. "I had an enlightening morning at the "HR Power Breakfast" hosted by Emerald Zebra. It was amazing connecting with industry peers and gaining insights from seasoned panelists. Looking forward to future events."
Eleni praised the progressive and forward-thinking nature of the HR community in Cyprus, emphasizing the importance of a holistic, human-centered approach to employee experience. "It's no surprise that employee well-being is a hot topic on the current HR agenda in all organizations. Gender equality is under much consideration too. Thanks to Josie Christodoulou for an interactive discussion and highlights on future changes."
Alex shared his enthusiasm for the event, acknowledging the engaging discussions on gender equality and workplace wellbeing, and eagerly anticipating the next one.
"Josie Christodoulou, Commissioner for Gender Equality, kicked off the morning and set a positive tone for the day with a rather unique keynote speech (that was actually an engaging session). The two panels focused on building and maintaining high performing teams, and well-being at the workplace. All panelists shared exceptional tips and insights. Special kudos to Elena Aristidou for shedding light on workplace wellbeing and sharing best experiences we follow at Grant Thornton Cyprus. Looking forward to more events like this!"
Charalambos commended Emerald Zebra Recruitment for bridging the gap between business and the HR community, emphasizing the importance of aligning these two sectors.
"A well-structured event, professional approach, important panel discussion topics, and networking opportunities provided by Emerald Zebra. Thank you to the Emerald Zebra team and of course to the fellow panelists for great and insightful discussions. What a lovely morning spent. Looking forward to more!"
"Events like this one are very much needed in Cyprus to strengthen the HR community and equip people with practical tips. It was also an awesome networking opportunity for me personally – my company is based in Nicosia and our main operations are in Finland. I highly recommend any person who’s dealing with people in any shape or form to join in. Looking forward to the next gathering!"
"Emerald Zebra's HR PowerBreakfast is an event like no other. It brings together impact-oriented HR professionals to explore not only important challenges and opportunities but also share best practices and solutions. At the event, I made many meaningful connections and found plenty of ideas I could implement in my work. I highly recommend participating in the event to anyone who wants to participate in an honest, inclusive, and bold discussion on HR topics."
"The brilliance of the Emerald Zebra team in crafting such a nuanced and engaging event cannot be overstated. Their dedication to creating a space where every question leads to new pathways of thought and every interaction enriches understanding is commendable. This event was more than just a gathering! I wholeheartedly endorse the Emerald Zebra HR PowerBreakfast to my peers and encourage everyone in the HR profession to mark their calendars for the next event. Looking forward to the next gathering!"
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