The finalists in each category of the 2nd CBN Young Dragon Awards will be announced next week, as the Awards Committee’s evaluation process draws to a close opening the way for the public vote to begin.
Returning for a second year, the awards are back to spotlight and celebrate professionals and business leaders under the age of 40 who have demonstrated outstanding achievements, shown remarkable leadership within their companies, and made a meaningful impact on the wider business community in Cyprus.
Stay tuned — we can’t wait to meet this year’s game-changers!
An annual event honouring professionals/executives under 40
Back in 2024, CBN (Cyprus Business News), the IMH English-language business portal introduced the CBN Young Dragon Awards, as an annual event honouring professionals/executives under 40 who have demonstrated outstanding achievements, leadership prowess and a commitment to having a positive impact on their companies and on the broader business community.
The CBN Young Dragon Awards reward talent, potential and early achievement in business. In a world brimming with talent, these awards seek to recognise and honour the exceptional accomplishments of young professionals. By highlighting the achievements of young professionals, the awards serve as inspiration to others in the early stages of their careers, motivating them to strive for excellence and have a positive impact on their particular fields.
Awards will be given in 10 categories:
- Tourism, Hotel, Leisure, Food and Beverage
- Construction and Real Estate
- Trading and Manufacturing (Retail Trade, Wholesale Trade, Manufacturing)
- Technology (Technology Companies, Software, Hardware, Telcos, etc)
- Services (Education, Health, Media, Communications, Advertising, Supply Chain and Logistics)
- Financial Services (Banking, Investing, Insurance, other financial services)
- Shipping
- Professional Services (law, accounting, consulting)
- Gaming
- Special Award Young Entrepreneur
The awarded individuals will be announced at a celebratory Awards Ceremony.
Awards Ceremony
The CBN Young Dragon Awards ceremony will take place in February 2026, announcing the winners in all 10 respective categories.
The professional event management team of IMH, renowned for its uncompromising level of personal service and attention to detail, designs this annual event which is a truly memorable experience for the business community of Cyprus.
