Experience

EIC Scaling Club

• Capital Markets
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Leader of EIC Scaling Club - Digital: Next-generation computing, AI, ML, Cybersecurity, Space tech

  • Sep 2023 - Present

• Head of EIC Growth Club, EIC ScalingUp

  • Apr 2021 - Oct 2023

  Via Tech Tour as a coordinator of EIC ScalingUp, I am managing the EIC Growth Club - dedicated to creating a model for European deep tech Series B/C companies to scale beyond, connecting them with strategic investors and partners for success and impact. It is financed by the European Innovation Council (EIC) and the consortium partners are Tech Tour (coordinator), BCG, Bpifrance and Deepwave Ventures.



Tech Tour

• Belgium
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Venture Capital Associate

  • Feb 2021 - Present

• Venture Capital Analyst

  • Jan 2020 - Feb 2021



Power of BG

• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Member

  • Apr 2019 - Present

  PoBG is the global community of Bulgarian entrepreneurs and innovators. We build bridges between successful humans with an impeccable reputation at home and abroad, across our hubs in Sofia, London and others. Our purpose is to channel the nation's collective potential so we can give back to the innovation ecosystem and pay forward to one another. 71% avg. YoY growth across our member companies, including the first official Bulgarian unicorn. Strength in unity.



Swiss Post

• Switzerland
• Consumer Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Venture Capital Analyst

  • Jan 2020 - Mar 2021

  Via Tech Tour as a partner, working directly with Swiss Post Innovation team in the process of investing in early-stage companies that fit well with Swiss Post' business development areas.



Logitech

• United States
• Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Venture Capital Analyst

  • Aug 2020 - Jan 2021

  Via Tech Tour as a partner, I organized the "Tech Tour Logitech Challenge 2020" - a program for scouting global companies to collaborate with Logitech (with pitching sessions, deep dives & selection committee) in the following domains: • Digital Health & Wellness: Monitor and care for mind/ body • Multimodal Interfaces: Expand the interactions between people and their digital world • eSports & Gaming: Unleash the performance of e-athletes • Remote Presence & Communications:… Show more Via Tech Tour as a partner, I organized the "Tech Tour Logitech Challenge 2020" - a program for scouting global companies to collaborate with Logitech (with pitching sessions, deep dives & selection committee) in the following domains: • Digital Health & Wellness: Monitor and care for mind/ body • Multimodal Interfaces: Expand the interactions between people and their digital world • eSports & Gaming: Unleash the performance of e-athletes • Remote Presence & Communications: Immersive experiences to create immersion of presence • Sensors, Actuators & AI: foundation technologies to all domains above Show less



Delivery Hero

• Canada
• Truck Transportation

• Finance Executive

  • Apr 2019 - Oct 2019

  • Managed the integration process of a new billing & invoice management system with the existing systems of the company (Internal Backend, SalesForce, Ajur, Bank, etc.) ensuring compliance with Mother entity • Prepared and processed all documents related to payables, receivables, cross-checking with internal systems data • Compiled and processed data from all systems to create & send all invoices to related parties • Created Mass payment files to customers, partners, staff, etc. and… Show more • Managed the integration process of a new billing & invoice management system with the existing systems of the company (Internal Backend, SalesForce, Ajur, Bank, etc.) ensuring compliance with Mother entity • Prepared and processed all documents related to payables, receivables, cross-checking with internal systems data • Compiled and processed data from all systems to create & send all invoices to related parties • Created Mass payment files to customers, partners, staff, etc. and decreased process time by >80% • Dealt with supplier and client’s financial queries (≈ 300 a month) and lead meetings with top partners, collaborating with Key Account Managers • Proactively optimized processes whilst making coherent step-by-step process optimization guides • Trained new employee while engaging her in ice breakers and ensuring her work meets quality standards Show less



EY

• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• FAAS Consultant & Auditor

  • Aug 2018 - Feb 2019

  Sofia, Bulgaria • Performed Internal Audits of large multinational companies through providing technical expertise • Bank Asset Quality Review - Assigned by European Central Bank (ECB) - Assessed individual loan and portfolios of top Bulgarian Banks from a prudential perspective • Carried out audits and audit-related assignments of European Structural Investment (ESI) Funds (Bulgarian local NGOs) • Performed Financial Audits in multiple sectors: Real Estate, Banking and Capital… Show more • Performed Internal Audits of large multinational companies through providing technical expertise • Bank Asset Quality Review - Assigned by European Central Bank (ECB) - Assessed individual loan and portfolios of top Bulgarian Banks from a prudential perspective • Carried out audits and audit-related assignments of European Structural Investment (ESI) Funds (Bulgarian local NGOs) • Performed Financial Audits in multiple sectors: Real Estate, Banking and Capital Markets, Insurance, Pharmaceuticals, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Automotive, Telecommunications, Retail and Wholesale, Non-Complex SMEs. • Undergone multiple internal training sessions including new IFRS, ACCA, process management and risk related trainings • Developed and maintained productive working relationships with customer staff and international group audit teams while working effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility and applying global audit methodologies Show less



MClimate

• Bulgaria
• Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Developer

  • Jun 2017 - Jan 2018

  Sofia, Bulgaria • Created and maintained market analysis of HVAC partner ecosystem (manufacturers, service providers, retailers, ecommerce, utility companies) and developed local channel partners for smart home/ IoT sales, services and support • Developed tiered pricing strategy by country, unit volume, and channel partner type with Executive Management for Vicki (smart radiator valve) based on competitive analysis (including technical features) and over 600 newly conducted channel partners’… Show more • Created and maintained market analysis of HVAC partner ecosystem (manufacturers, service providers, retailers, ecommerce, utility companies) and developed local channel partners for smart home/ IoT sales, services and support • Developed tiered pricing strategy by country, unit volume, and channel partner type with Executive Management for Vicki (smart radiator valve) based on competitive analysis (including technical features) and over 600 newly conducted channel partners’ feedback • Targeted potential clients and conducted over 400 commercial negotiations in UK, Poland, Czech Republic and more, in accordance with MClimate’s market and pricing policy which led to the full business development of the products offered • Managed a key internal project to share innovation knowledge across the organisation • Evaluated the results and profitability of a product prototype, identified business risks, and implemented effective mitigation mechanisms Show less



GROUPAUTO Bulgaria

• Marketing Assistant

  • May 2015 - Aug 2015

  Sofia, Bulgaria • Researched and developed marketing strategies which led to an increase of brand awareness and number of unique client accounts • Established company-wide variable pricing strategies, including factoring region-specific characteristics that allowed for prediction of consumer uptake by region and product line, improving brand profitability • Assessed the competitive landscape and market trends to recommend on strategic and tactical plans to align with shifts and trends on the market which… Show more • Researched and developed marketing strategies which led to an increase of brand awareness and number of unique client accounts • Established company-wide variable pricing strategies, including factoring region-specific characteristics that allowed for prediction of consumer uptake by region and product line, improving brand profitability • Assessed the competitive landscape and market trends to recommend on strategic and tactical plans to align with shifts and trends on the market which led to an increase of sales Show less

• Assistant Manager Operations

  • May 2014 - Aug 2014

  Sofia, Bulgaria • Prepared monthly reports summarising company activities, retooling the existing format to not only summarise the last month of company dealings but also providing a forward-looking summary of the next month, increasing report’s click-through rate by 8% • Entrusted with communication between the Company and partners, suppliers and customers using English and Russian languages • Authored and personalised contracts for customers according to their specific needs and reviewed with… Show more • Prepared monthly reports summarising company activities, retooling the existing format to not only summarise the last month of company dealings but also providing a forward-looking summary of the next month, increasing report’s click-through rate by 8% • Entrusted with communication between the Company and partners, suppliers and customers using English and Russian languages • Authored and personalised contracts for customers according to their specific needs and reviewed with Accounting Department Show less



EDLANTA

• Bulgaria
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• University and College Representative Assistant

  • Oct 2009 - May 2013

  Sofia, Bulgaria • Assisted university representatives at College and University Fairs, twice a year since 2009 • Represented universities such as London School of Economics and Political Science, University of Sheffield, etc. • Advised over 200 students regarding their career and university applications • Translated in 4 languages during all International Education Fairs with a flow of 1500 people each