An evening with Theo Paphitis

As we close our 90th anniversary year, we are thrilled to invite you to an exclusive evening with renowned entrepreneur, retail magnate and TV celebrity Theo Paphitis.

This intimate event promises to be an inspiring evening of insightful conversation, where Theo will share his journey from Cyprus to the UK, insights on entrepreneurship, his time on Dragon’s Den, as well as the future of retail.As someone who has built a remarkable career while staying deeply connected to his Cypriot roots, Theo’s story is a powerful testament to the resilience and determination that drive success. His experiences, from his early days in Cyprus to becoming one of the UK's most respected business leaders, offer valuable lessons for anyone looking to make their mark in business and beyond. We look forward to joining us for this unique opportunity to hear directly from someone who has successfully navigated the challenges of entrepreneurship while maintaining a strong connection to his Cypriot heritage.

Event Details:

•    Date: Thursday 7 November

•    Time: 19.00

•    Venue: Greek Cypriot Brotherhood, Britannia Rd, London N12 9RU

Places are limited so please register your attendance 

Theo’s biography

Theo Paphitis was born in Limassol, Cyprus in 1959, over the course of his career he has become one of Britain’s most famous and best-loved entrepreneurs. He left school at the age of 16 with no qualifications due to his dyslexia, and he began work as a filing clerk in a Lloyds of London brokerage. His Theo Paphitis Retail Group encompasses Ryman Stationery, Robert Dyas, Boux Avenue and London Graphic Centre, acquired in 2016. The combined group has a 320-year history and comprises over 330 stores and 4,000 employees who serve over 28 million customers a year.