TALK OF THE TOWN

For almost 40 years now, TTEC has been a leader in a crucial part of modern economy and life: making customer experience better and more effective. The company provides businesses holistic solutions that combine AI, modern associate desktops and cloud-based CX technology for unique digital experience, agility and stability. This is of immense value for any brand that wants to stay relevant on the local and global market, expanding its operation and gaining new, satisfied customers.

With its central location on Sofia's Slaveykov Square, rich programme and years of tradition, Institut Français in Bulgarua is one of this nation's best known cultural and educational institutions. Its French language courses are a trademark for quality and the curriculum has never stopped adapting to the needs and requirements of the moment.

Each intervention in one's physical appearance should fit their individuality. This is the philosophy of the professionals at VDerm Clinic – and it shows in the results. At VDerm patients find professional and ethical attitude, a latest generation of technologies and adequate solutions in the fields of plastic surgery and aesthetic dermatology.

Back in 1991, an educational institution was born in Bulgaria that changed higher education in the region forever. Ever since the American University in Bulgaria opened doors in the town of Blagoevgrad 30 years ago, it has been building a strong national and international reputation for its excellent American liberal arts education, vital academic community, and a spirit that strives towards entrepreneurship and innovation. Dr. David R. Evans, President of AUBG, tells more.

The University of Economics – Varna has the deserved reputation of one of Bulgaria's finest institutions for higher education. Established more than 100 years ago, it confidently adapts to the global changes in education and business and prepares its students to be informed, proactive professionals and entrepreneurs. This is why the University of Economics – Varna is popular among both Bulgarian and foreign students. This is the reason why we met with Prof Evgeni Stanimirov, PhD.

Good co-working places have not only carefully designed spaces and impeccable services – they also have soul and character. Giles Blanchard, Founder & Managing Director at Sterling Serviced Group and This Way, shares more of what makes This Way the perfect place to move your ideas into.

What does the quality shared space look like in 2020-2021?

Before you start looking for furniture and home accessories, start with the most important thing - the paints and coatings for walls and other surfaces. 

Start with KOURASANIT.

KOURASANIT uses natural materials and the wisdom of ancient Roman building traditions to create durable products with impressive natural feel and inimitable aesthetics.

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Cool music, friendly staff and party until dawn. Beerfest, Shots all night long and many more parties are held every night. Stars like Joe Lynn Turner, Marko Mendoza, a lot of tributes to major bands and many Bulgarian stars have had concerts on our stage. But even Rock’N’Rolla's DJs are enough to keep you dancing and having fun all night long. And if you are the next rock star or just like to sing in the shower Rock’N’Rolla has a karaoke hall with more than 50 000 songs to choose from.

Rock'n'Rolla has a regular set of events, follow them on the club's website or Facebook page.

When you ask for the best dental clinics in Bulgaria, Medical Dent is always among the first names that pop to mind. It successfully combines years of experience and professionalism with the full palette of dental care services and professionals and the constant strive to perfection and offering new and effective treatment and prophylaxis options. Recently, it opened Bulgaria's first centre specialised in dental hygiene – Dental Care Center. This is why we met with the founder of Medical Dent, Dr Branimir Kirilov.

At Wellness Studio Figura Spool you will discover the effective way to achieve a well-shaped silhouette especially on problematic zones that bother most women.

The studio uses the therapy devices of the Polish brand Studio Figura that combine training and massage procedures with special cosmetics for better and more sustainable results. As a client of the studio you are offered personalised approach, preparation of an individual food regime with goals to achieve and a success tracking. 

Dobromira Manasieva, partner at Wellness Studio Figura Spool, shares more.

In the US, EU and Israel Cannabidiol (CBD) products have long been used for their proven benefits in relieving mild and severe physical and mental conditions. Bulgaria is still lagging. Boris Bonkin has the mission to change this. Several years ago a medical case in his family forced him to learn more about the benefits of CBD. Gradually, he established contacts with leading world experts and scientists in the field, embodying their knowledge and clinical experience in his initiative in order to help more people. This was how he created Cannadoca, a brand for organic cannabidiol products.

When we talked to Siyka Logofetova, owner and founder of St Kliment of Ohrid Primary School, she repeatedly said how important it was for Bulgarian children to be able to think, to be literate and to have developed work habits. When we saw the results of the school's alumni, we understood why she was a stickler for these skills. The graduates from St Kliment of Ohrid Primary School successfully apply and continue their education in Bulgaria's best schools and, later in life, in prestigious international universities.

easyHotel Sofia provides these both, at a competitive price.

In the past few years the number of companies for which it is vital to transport their products quickly, effectively and at optimised cost grew exponentially. However, the process is not always flawless.

Settling in a coworking space is the best solution. But where? At the business heart of Sofia, in Mladost, we stumbled upon a spot that exceeded all our expectations. Like Biz Hub | Cowork | Events ticks all boxes of comfort: top location, easy access via the underground, free places to park your car.

The quality of essential oils from Bulgaria's Valley of Roses plants is recognised around the world. With the products of a Bulgarian company, Bul-Innovation, you get the best of them. Manager engineer Hristo Iliev tells more about the series of organic, high-quality products with the BulInnovation brand.

What makes BulInnovation products special?

Each intelligent company wants to be bothered with as little extrinsic activities as possible. Since 2009, Lindström Bulgaria has helped firms that need professional workwear and mats. The Bulgarian branch of the Finnish company, which is an European leader in the field of textile services, takes care of everything – availability of high-quality rental workwear and mats for a wide spectrum of industries, plus professional maintenance, washing and disinfection. A special e-platform helps clients to manage the volumes of rented workwear and mats in accordance with their particular needs.

Plovdiv Tech Park JSC is Bulgaria's first entrepreneurship park with 100% private capital. It has the ambition to popularise business culture in this country and to offer IT education and opportunities for development that fit the most current trends. One of its projects is the establishment of Mahatma Gandhi International Higher School of Informatics and E-Leadership that awaits accreditation. We talked to Venelin Yordanov, Executive Director of Plovdiv Tech Park.

The sooner young children find themselves in a place that offers top-quality early education, the better. ABC KinderCare Centre is such a place. Established in 2008, the chain of kindergartens always puts first the wellbeing, happiness and education of children, and the satisfaction of their families. ABC stands out with its multicultural environment, a strong feel of community and English-language instruction.

It is never too early or too late to discover your passion in music and immerse in it – with Melody Music School. The innovative school is dedicated to helping both children and adults to develop their talents in singing and playing the piano, guitar, drums. Melody Music School opened less than two years ago but is already popular with students of all ages who seek professional lessons in music in order to boost their education or career, or just for fun.