Brazer Bozlak
Brazer Bozlak | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 25, 1989 Turkey |
| Citizenship | Swedish |
| Education | Architecture (BArch) |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, architect |
Brazer Bozlak (born February 25, 1989) is a Swedish entrepreneur, architect, and the founder and CEO of Urban Italian Group, a restaurant group known for its Italian dining concepts across Sweden and Spain.[1][2]
Early life and education
Bozlak was born in Turkey and raised in Sweden. He pursued higher education in architecture, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the Academy of Art University and a Master’s degree in Construction Management from California State University.[2]
Career
Bozlak started his career in 2012 as an architect intern at Erdem Architects. He worked with the design director at a nationwide waterfront competition in Turkey. In 2015, Bozlak joined Skanska USA as a project engineer. He left the company in 2016 to enter the restaurant business.[3]
In 2017, Brazer Bozlak founded Urban Italian Group, transitioning from a background in architecture to the restaurant industry. The group operates 11 Italian-themed restaurants under the Basta and Florentine brands in Sweden and Spain, serving over 1.5 million guests annually. The company is expanding its portfolio with two new concepts, Villa Valentina and Giorgio's, as part of its continued growth.[3][4][5][6]
Bozlak plays an active role in the Urban Italian Group's operations, contributing to areas such as interior design, concept development, and strategic planning. His focus on creating cohesive dining environments and business sustainability has contributed to the group's prominence within Scandinavia's hospitality industry.[5][2]
Awards and recognition
Bozlak’s Urban Italian Group’s rooftop restaurant in Stockholm was awarded "Best Rooftop Restaurant in Europe" at the World Culinary Awards. The group is also recognized for its philanthropic efforts, including donating €50,000 to support earthquake relief efforts in Turkey in 2023.[7]
Philanthropy
Urban Italian Group, under Brazer Bozlak's leadership, has been involved in various charitable activities. In response to the 2023 earthquake in Turkey, the group donated €50,000 to aid disaster relief efforts.[8] Bozlak has also encouraged others in the restaurant industry to contribute to similar causes, highlighting the role of businesses in supporting communities during crises.[9]
References
- ^ "Brazer Bozlak – från fotboll och arkitektur till restaurangvärlden". Gefle Dagblad (in Swedish). February 14, 2021. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ a b c "Gävlekrögaren öppnar Marbellas största restaurang". Arbetarbladet (in Swedish). April 19, 2024. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ a b "Gävlefrontade Basta expanderar i Norden och lanserar nytt koncept". Arbetarbladet (in Swedish). September 23, 2022. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ "Gävlebon Brazer Bozlak öppnar italiensk restaurang vid Stortorget: "Vi kommer att ha stans bästa pizza"". Arbetarbladet (in Swedish). August 28, 2018. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ a b "Basta expanderar i Norden och lanserar nytt koncept – Florentine". Falu-Kuriren (in Swedish). October 1, 2022. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ "Gävleprofilen öppnar italiensk restaurang i Östersund". Arbetarbladet (in Swedish). January 11, 2022. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ Thatsup (June 19, 2024). "Basta utsedd till Europas bästa takrestaurang". Thatsup (in Swedish). Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ "Basta skänker 500 000 till drabbade i Turkiet och Syrien". Arbetarbladet (in Swedish). February 22, 2023. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ Johansson, Av Mona (February 24, 2023). "Därför donerar Basta halv miljon till jordbävningsdrabbade". RS & FastFood. Retrieved May 27, 2025.