Brazer Bozlak
Brazer Bozlak 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.
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.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.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.
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.