PHUKET, Thailand — The first-ever Phuket Business Awards 2025 ceremony took place on April 26, 2025, bringing together over 150 entrepreneurs and investors on the island. The event was initiated by Yulia Brukhanova, founder of the international event agency ART BOGEMA, and organized with the support of Hill Club, Phuket’s leading business community. The awards recognized achievements across 18 categories.

The ceremony welcomed participants from a wide range of industries, including real estate, hospitality, education, and transport. Awards were presented to both long-established business leaders and promising newcomers.

“I truly believe Phuket needs such an award — to inspire and celebrate the success of the best of the best. This event is dedicated to the people shaping the island’s business, cultural, and social landscape,” — said Yulia Brukhanova, founder of ART BOGEMA and the driving force behind the awards.

Among the honored guests were Tatiana and Evgeny Kozlov, key figures of Hill Club, as well as other members of this prominent business community. As the event’s co-organizer and general partner, Hill Club hosts more than 300 educational events annually for entrepreneurs on the island.

Award highlights included:

 • Entrepreneur of the Year – Business Ecosystem Contributor: Maksim Spiridonov

 • Resort Real Estate Market Leader: IBG Property led by Farukh Parpiev

 • Best Cultural Venue & Concert Space: Shaman Family Group

 • Ambassador of Luxury Hospitality: Janelle Tyurina, CEO of Maikhao Dream Villa Resort & Spa

“It is a great honor to be part of this event and to lead Maikhao Dream Co., a brand that inspires people to believe in dreams. I’m truly grateful to Hill Club and everyone who supports our journey,” — said Janelle Tyurina.

A Special Recognition Award was given to actress and media producer Gulnara Nizhinskaya, representing the Maikhao Dream brand.

Additional winners:

 • Lifetime Achievement & Real Estate Legend: Alexander Davydovsky, founder of Art House Group

 • Most Trusted Brand: Ex24pro

 • International Media on Phuket: Jason Bevan

 • Best Vehicle Rental Service: Religion, founded by Sergey Skorupa and Maxim Korolev

 • Restaurant Breakthrough & Best Family Restaurant: Le Gourmet by Daniil & Maria Mikhailov

 • Most Creative Growth of the Year: ARBI Exchange by Natalia Arbi Yamaletdinova

 • Best International Kindergarten: Little Lions International, founded by Frederic Sir and Stanislav Kuvaev

 • Top Tourism Agency: Treasure Island by Maxim Kurtov

 • Exporter of the Year – Korean Car Imports: Alyona Chkhe

 • Best Visa & Immigration Services: VISALAND, led by Tatiana Ovchinnikova

 • Mindset Reset Coach of the Year: Aleksey Pankov

 • Best Beauty Salon: SHE Beauty Salon by Yulia Batischeva

 • Youngest Entrepreneur of the Year: Timofey Biryukov (Siam Luxury Adventure)

 • Connector of the Year: Yaroslav Putilov

The evening included a red carpet, charity auction, laser and light show, and live performances. The auction raised 45,000 THB (approx. $1,300) in support of the “Be Kind” foundation. A karaoke after-party followed the main ceremony.

On April 27, the second day of the event focused on business networking at the newly opened BUBBLE Spa Complex on Bang Tao Beach, providing a relaxed setting for building business connections.

“The Phuket Business Awards are more than just a celebration of excellence — they are a chance to be part of something greater. We look forward to welcoming new heroes who will inspire progress,” — added Yulia Brukhanova.

Applications for Phuket Business Awards 2026 are now open via the official website.

Yulia Brukhanova, who has organized over 1,000 international events, also serves as director of Hill Club, uniting entrepreneurs and investors across Phuket. Her future plans include organizing next year’s awards and launching the Miss & Mrs. Phuket 2025 pageant this autumn. Applications are open now on the official awards website.