Özbil Akbil
A Personal Journey
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Cyprus Is Home
His connection to property began close to home. His father, Ahmet Akbil, built his career in architecture, while his mother, Pelin Akbil, worked for many years at the Land Registry Office in Nicosia.
Growing up around these two very different sides of the property world gave Özbil an early familiarity with architecture, land, ownership and the way Cyprus has developed over time.
What began simply as part of his surroundings would later become increasingly relevant to his own professional journey.
Family was an equally important part of Özbil’s upbringing. He grew up alongside his elder sister, with whom he remains particularly close.
His childhood in Nicosia was therefore shaped by two environments: a close family life and regular exposure to the worlds of architecture, property and land administration.
These influences would become relevant much later. His eventual path into real estate was not immediate — education, experiences abroad and other chapters would come first.
Beyond the Island
At 18, Özbil left Cyprus for Manchester, where he studied Civil Engineering at the University of Salford between 2012 and 2016.
What began as an academic move became his first real experience of life beyond the island. Living abroad introduced him to a different pace, different cultures and a greater sense of independence.
Civil Engineering provided the technical foundation — from structures and construction to the practical realities behind the built environment. But the years in Manchester offered something equally important: perspective.
In 2016, Özbil graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Civil Engineering and returned to Cyprus with a broader view of both the world and the island he had grown up on.
During his years in Manchester, football became an important part of Özbil’s life outside university. Together with a group of Portuguese friends, he co-founded a team that began in the lowest local division.
Over the following years, the team progressed through the competitions — winning the Salford League, followed by the Manchester League, before reaching the final of a national tournament organised by The Football Association (FA).
The final was played at Wembley Stadium.
For a group of university friends who had started a team from scratch, it became one of the most memorable experiences of Özbil’s years in England.
Coming Home
After graduating in 2016, Özbil returned to Cyprus with a degree in Civil Engineering and the expectation of beginning his professional life on the island.
Engineering had given him a technical understanding of buildings and construction, but returning home also raised a broader question: what kind of career did he actually want to build?
The answer came somewhat unexpectedly. A conversation with people working in real estate introduced him to a side of the property world he had not previously considered — one centred not only on buildings, but on people, negotiation and the decisions behind buying a home.
He became curious.
In December 2017, Özbil decided to give real estate a try.
He joined a local agency with no grand plan of where it would eventually lead. What began as a new professional direction would become the starting point of his career in property sales and investment.
One of Özbil’s earliest meetings in real estate, December 2017.
Özbil started at the ground level — first working with apartment rentals, then moving into residential sales, land transactions and investment-focused property deals.
By 2018, just a year after entering the industry, he was recognised as the agency’s top-performing representative of the year.
What began as curiosity soon became something more. The deeper Özbil stepped into the world of property, the more there was to discover.
That curiosity never really left. It simply grew with him.
From Local Success to an International Vision
After achieving early success and becoming the top-performing agent in his first year, Özbil Akbil made a clear and conscious decision: if he was going to build a career in real estate, it would be at a Champions League level—elite, international, and future-focused.
Understanding that excellence requires continuous learning, he began investing heavily in professional education. His first step was advanced real estate training with Dario Realty, a company operating within the Keller Williams ecosystem, widely known for its structured systems, sales psychology, and high-performance real estate models.
Following this, Özbil continued his professional development by working with Eviqe Estates, a Swedish real estate company recognized for its highly disciplined, systematic, and process-driven approach to property advisory and client management. This experience further strengthened his respect for structure, consistency, and operational excellence.
At the same time, Özbil believed that true mastery in real estate extends beyond formal education. He continuously focused on improving himself, both professionally and personally, while expanding his horizons through networking and travelling across Europe, meeting professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds.
Over the following years, he spent extended periods in countries such as Portugal, Germany, France, Switzerland, and the Netherlands, building meaningful international connections and closely observing how different cultures approach business, trust, negotiation, and long-term investment.
These experiences broadened his global perspective, strengthened his adaptability, and shaped his ability to connect naturally with international clients—laying the foundation for a real estate career defined by global standards rather than local limitations.
Leadership Chapter: Joining Baştaşlar Group of Companies
At the end of 2022, a defining moment marked the next phase of Özbil Akbil’s career. Ahmet Baştaş, the Chairman of Baştaşlar Group of Companies—one of the most prestigious and long-established construction groups in Northern Cyprus, founded in 1969—personally contacted Özbil with an invitation to join the company and build a long-term future together.
Recognizing both his international exposure and disciplined approach to real estate, Özbil accepted the offer and joined the group as a Sales Executive. From the very beginning, he brought his international network, global mindset, and structured sales approach into the organization, while fully adapting himself to the company’s systems, values, and long-term vision.
As he expanded his professional network within the company and continuously refined his skills, Özbil quickly became a key figure within the sales structure. His leadership abilities, strategic thinking, and results-oriented mindset led to his promotion to Sales Team Leader, where he began actively managing people, performance, and sales processes.
In January 2025, following consistent performance and demonstrated leadership, Özbil Akbil was promoted to Sales Manager, becoming responsible for overseeing and leading the entire sales operation of the company—one of the most respected names in the construction and real estate sector of Northern Cyprus.
This milestone marked the realization of a journey built on vision, discipline, and international experience. As a personal tradition, Özbil celebrates the closing of big deals by popping champagne with his team.
International Investor Presentations & Events
As part of his international vision and relationship-driven approach, Özbil Akbil has organized and personally delivered real estate investment presentations directly to investors across multiple countries. These events were designed to educate, build trust, and present opportunities transparently—while creating long-term relationships rather than short-term transactions.
Over the years, Özbil has hosted and led in-person investor presentations and private meetings in key European and regional markets, including Germany, Poland, Latvia, Türkiye, and Netherlands.
By combining market data, project vision, legal clarity, and lifestyle storytelling, he has consistently positioned Northern Cyprus real estate as a strategic investment choice for international buyers. His ability to communicate clearly across cultures and adapt presentations to different investor profiles has become one of his defining professional strengths.
This hands-on international exposure further strengthened his credibility, expanded his global network, and reinforced his role as a trusted bridge between developers and international investors.
Hobbies & Personal Interests
Beyond his professional life, Özbil Akbil maintains an active, disciplined, and consciously balanced lifestyle that reflects both physical energy and inner awareness.
Starting his day with a morning gym routine is a daily habit, supporting physical strength, mental clarity, and consistency. Sports have always played an important role in his life, with football and basketball strengthening teamwork, strategy, and competitive spirit.
In recent years, golf has become a growing passion—valued for the focus, patience, and mental discipline it requires.
Living close to the sea and nature, Özbil regularly enjoys jetskiing and hiking, using these moments to recharge, reflect, and stay deeply connected to the natural world. He considers himself a nature lover, believing that clarity and balance are often found outdoors rather than indoors.
Alongside physical activity, he places strong importance on personal and spiritual growth. He has a deep interest in self-development, psychology, and astrology, viewing them as tools for better self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and understanding human behavior—both in life and in business.
Adding an artistic and expressive dimension to his lifestyle, he also practices tango dancing, appreciating its blend of rhythm, presence, communication, and emotional connection.
Together, these interests reflect a personality driven by continuous growth, discipline, curiosity, and balance—values that shape not only how he lives, but how he leads and works with people.
Today, Forward & Vision
Today, Özbil Akbil serves as Sales Manager at Baştaşlar Group of Companies, where he leads international sales strategies, manages multicultural teams, and works closely with investors seeking long-term value rather than short-term gains.
With a background in Civil Engineering, years of international exposure, and hands-on experience across every level of real estate—from rentals to large-scale developments—Özbil approaches property not just as a transaction, but as a structured, strategic investment.
He is known for combining discipline with intuition, systems with human connection, and data with vision. His focus remains on transparency, sustainability, and building relationships that last well beyond the signing of a contract.
Currently, Özbil is focused on a highly distinctive, design-led real estate project that stands out for its exceptional quality, attention to detail, and long-term vision—reflecting the standards he believes modern developments should meet.
Vision
Özbil’s long-term vision is to contribute to the creation of a mini-city in Northern Cyprus, designed as a resort & residency concept that aspires to become the number one destination in the Mediterranean. This vision goes beyond real estate—it is about building a living ecosystem.
The goal is to create an environment that supports people in reaching their maximum potential—mentally, physically, and spiritually—through thoughtful design, nature integration, wellness-focused infrastructure, and a strong sense of community.
Looking forward, Özbil aims to continue operating at an international level, delivering value-driven investment opportunities, and playing an active role in shaping Northern Cyprus as a trusted, high-quality, and future-oriented real estate destination.
For Özbil Akbil, real estate is not simply about selling properties—it is about building trust, shaping environments, and creating places where people can truly thrive.