Tilo Bonow at INSPIRE 2025: The Man Who Made PR Sexy

If you think running a communications agency sounds dull, you clearly haven’t met Tilo Bonow.

With a razor-sharp suit, an even sharper mind, and a sense of humour that makes you forget he’s the CEO of one of Europe’s most influential PR agencies, Tilo is landing on the Global Entrepreneur Stage at INSPIRE 2025 to prove that building things is far more fun than it sounds.

How do you go from zero to representing clients like Google, OpenAI, and GitHub, while investing in over 50 venture capital funds around the globe? One word: Tilo-style.

From PR to OMG: The PIABO story

PIABO Communications isn’t just a PR agency. It’s the go-to agency for anyone shaking things up and daring to be heard. Google, Shopify, Stripe, Sequoia Capital… the client list reads like the end credits of a blockbuster startup movie. And yet, all these giants trust Tilo and his team to tell their stories to the world.

And he’s not just good at it. He’s the best.

The entrepreneur with two hats – CEO by day, investor by night

Tilo doesn’t just build success stories for others—he builds his own. Through his personal Family Office, he has invested in dozens of VC funds worldwide, constantly on the lookout for the next big idea and the next bold market disruptor.

He has the instincts of a founder, the foresight of an investor, and the creativity of a storyteller. That unique combo makes every one of his talks feel like a business TED Talk, just with extra style.

What to expect at Inspire: Tilo, unplugged

At INSPIRE 2025, Tilo Bonow won’t just be giving a polished business speech. He’s coming to tell it all:

• The moments he was most afraid—but did it anyway.
• His strangest mistake—and why it was actually a blessing.
• His personal “finest hour” (spoiler: it’s not what you think).
• How he balances building a global empire while staying human.
• And of course, what he tells young people when they ask for just one piece of advice.

A festival that builds bridges

INSPIRE 2025 doesn’t divide — it connects. It brings together generations, professions, mindsets, and cultures. From the New Gen Leaders Stage, where young pioneers share their vision, to the Cocktail Stage, where entrepreneurs and politicians answer quirky, personal questions about life beyond the titles.

INSPIRE 2025: A Life Experience

• Live bands & DJ sets
• Street food & unforgettable bites
• Podcasts & fireside chats
• Stand-up comedy & spontaneous convos
• Real networking, human connection, creative sparks

INSPIRE 2025 doesn’t claim to have all the answers. It gives you the space, the vibe, and the community to find your own.

Location: Makariou Avenue & surrounding areas, Nicosia
Dates: Thursday 25 – Friday 26 September 2025
Info & registration: www.inspirecyprus.com

Festival Partners & Sponsors

Strategic Partner: cyta business
Platinum Sponsor: Bank of Cyprus
Gold Sponsors: ECOMMBX, Zorbas Group
Silver Sponsor: PwC Cyprus
Academic Partner: University of Nicosia
Stage Sponsors: National Bank of Greece (Cyprus), KPMG Cyprus
Sponsors: Hermes Airports, IMR, Libertex, Petrolina
Technology Partner: ASBIS
Community Partner: TechIsland
Supporters: CSR Cyprus, HJS Insurance Agents, Mastercard, Robura, Superad
Exhibitor: Techbiz
With the support of: Cyprus Computer Society, CITEA, CPMA, Youth Board of Cyprus, OEB
Media Sponsors: ALPHA Cyprus, CBN, IN Business, REPORTER, SuperFM

INSPIRE 2025 – Where passion meets action, and action changes the world.