TALK OF THE TOWN

TINQIN is a dynamic and rapidly expanding IT company specializing in innovative digital solutions for the insurance sector. In 2023, TINQIN became part of Be Ys Group, a leading insuretech company, specializing in trust services and digital identity solutions, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Today, TINQIN employs over 530 IT professionals across its offices in Sofia and Varna, with many working in hybrid or fully remote roles.

Foundever is a company dedicated to creating outstanding customer experience for its clients, and its Bulgarian office is a vital part of this mission. This was the reason to talk to its HR Manager, Zornitsa Palamarova. She has degrees in Marketing, PR and Advertising and has many years of experience in marketing, sales, and management of administrative processes. In 2022, she became the HR Manager of Foundever Bulgaria, and in the last two years she has been ranked among the TOP 100 HR Managers in the country.

TIP TRADE is a company offering accounting and administrative services with a focus on professionalism, precision and a personal approach to clients. The TIP TRADE Group also includes Tip In, an insurance broker, and SOGO Finance, a company that offers operational leasing of motor vehicles. Through the combined efforts of its teams and the synergy between the group's companies, TIP TRADE offers a comprehensive package of services that saves clients time, resources and administrative burdens.

From detailed preventative care and the most advanced treatment methods for a wide range of dental conditions to a welcoming environment and a highly competent team of specialists, everything at Supreme Dental by Voev & Mircheva shows that you have come to an exceptional place. Founded in 2020 by Dr Krum Voev and Dr Tanya Mircheva, the clinic has quickly built a reputation for uncompromising treatment quality, state-of-art hygiene standards and carefully organised processes that put patient comfort first.

For many companies, hiring employees from other countries is the only way to maintain their competitive edge. However, recruiting and working with people from different cultures and countries can present significant bureaucratic, logistical and cultural challenges, and Nomad Partners offers a reliable, all-in-one solution. For eight years, the company has been finding the right employees for its clients while constantly improving its services. Its latest offering is an integrated solution called Nomad Campus. CEO Marin Demirovski shares more details.

A businesswoman and designer, Mila Zaharieva is inspired by her exclusive fashion brand and supports the fashion sector, as well as the development of young designers and fashion labels in Bulgaria and across the Balkans.

They are not just a recommended practice – they are a necessity for any organisation that manages sensitive data, relies on secure digital infrastructure, and wants to maintain the trust of customers and partners.

This isn't surprising because the technologies that are now available to the general public such as smart home systems, solar panels, batteries and EV charging stations are fully capable of delivering the promise of a green and sustainable future. However, the mere promise isn't enough anymore. Not for the EU.

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These include IT, telecommunications, finance, energy, sales, manufacturing, construction, pharmaceuticals, and professional services, among others. With deep expertise in talent acquisition and HR consultancy, the company is renowned for bridging the gap between business needs and exceptional talent. Its strength lies in a team of dedicated consultants and HR professionals who deliver tailored solutions, expert guidance, and outstanding service.

Dozens of mobile apps help us stay in top physical shape – and Anima is an app that helps us take care of our mental and emotional wellbeing. Whether you are looking for advice in a crisis or a daily meditation routine, Anima is a trusted companion for anyone who values inner harmony.

In restaurants, cafés, hotels and retail outlets, Loxone and Alpin Building create the perfect environment to make customers happy and inspire them to stay longer, consume and buy more. From a calm morning atmosphere to an inspiring evening ambience - lighting, music and climate control dynamically adapt to the time of day, the type of event and the customer's preferences.

The Bulgarian company for the design and construction of prefabricated houses from environmentally friendly materials stands out for its innovative technology and professional team. Its solutions combine speed, quality and affordability.

The old military adage says that if you are prepared, the war is half won. This is also the mission of Ivan Blagoev – to train qualified teams that will take leading positions in cybersecurity across Europe through the specialised programme of ThinkCyber Bulgaria. Ivan Blagoev is a Microsoft-certified software developer and has specialised in cybersecurity in Israel. He has participated in numerous cybersecurity projects of national importance and is a member of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.

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Once seen as administrators or "process police," we have now become strategic business partners – shaping culture, driving performance, and contributing to business growth. At the heart of this evolution is a fundamental truth: great teams build great companies. Building a great team is never an accident, nor a one-time task. It is an ongoing process that includes the following steps.

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In today's fast-paced world, understanding the trends and needs of the labour market has never been more important – for both companies and talent. Antal International is a trusted partner that helps every professional and organisation make the most of their situation and build a solid foundation for the future. The international company has been present in Bulgaria since 2005 and opened a new office in the country in 2023. The move was spearheaded by Vassil Pavlov, a professional with almost 20 years of experience in recruitment.

For years, Bulgaria has not only been an "exporter" of talent and work force – the challenges of global business have forced many locally based companies to seek and attract qualified and reliable workers from outside the EU. Since 2017, the Bulgarian company Global Jobs has been an experienced and reliable partner in this complex and bureaucratically demanding process. In 2024, its trademark was EU registered. This important step is part of the company's strategy to build a reputation as a trusted partner – both for job seekers and corporate clients.

A good real estate agency does not just offer you a property that meets your needs; it understands exactly what you are looking for, provides you with market insight, supports you throughout the entire buying or selling process, and ultimately delivers a comprehensive solution. Epicenter is such an agency  – and it offers its clients much more. Building trust is at the heart of what it does, and its ambition to provide the best for its clients has led to a significant development: operating in prestigious international markets. Nikol Nikolova, founder of Epicenter, tells us more.

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Enjoy life by the sea with the convenience of a private pool, comfort and security. Luxurious maisonettes and apartments with a 180-degree sea view on Kabakum Beach, close to Ss. Constantine and Helena resort.

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With more than a decade of communications experience – from the corporate world to starting her own agency – Veronika Nikolova knows the PR industry inside out. Today, as Managing Partner at RED Communication, she combines technology with human understanding to create meaningful, sustainable and authentic communications solutions for clients.

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Discover Bulgaria’s unique maritime heritage at the SLAVA Submarine Museum – the only authentic submarine in the country open to the public. Anchored near Beloslav, just 20 km from Varna, SLAVA tells the stories of the brave sailors who defended their homeland from the depths of the Black Sea.

Step into the narrow hull, feel the atmosphere of life underwater, and learn more about the secret missions of Bulgaria’s submariners.