business in Bulgaria

Francois Debergh is Veolia Country Director for Bulgaria, Greece and Albania. He has a solid entrepreneurial background having set up and/or directed a number of businesses for design and operation of environmental services. With over 25 years of experience in Central and Eastern Europe, he has been supporting local authorities and industrial customers to achieve their ecological transformation goals and reach ecological security.

Founded by Ivaylo Aleksiev, PhD, business consultant, mentor, military psychologist and creator, The Aleksiev Group stands out with a strong track record of helping businesses and professionals carve their own path in competitive and often unpredictable markets. The company's exceptional expertise is embodied in its proprietary models and system for identifying optimal results, ArtaPava.

Margarita Panchenko is a senior international executive who has held leadership roles at Société Générale and Ayvens (formerly ALD Automotive, rebranded after the acquisition of LeasePlan) at both headquarters and regional level. Her track record spans major transformation initiatives, regulatory strategy, and organisational change across global financial and mobility markets.

In the modern world, technology has become such a natural part of our daily lives that we barely notice its presence. Smartphones stay in our pockets throughout the day, wireless networks connect our homes and offices, and smart devices are gradually becoming the foundation of a modern way of living.

Loud, colourful, vibrant and dizzying, digital advertising resembles a jungle. Only those equipped with the right knowledge, tools and approach can carve their own path through it, overcoming the repetitive chorus of ready-made solutions, resisting the overpowering allure of AI and proving that creativity and a genuine understanding of the landscape will deliver the right results.

Interpartners is a Bulgarian independent communications group that includes Interpartners (creative, media and advertising agency), InterImage (PR, corporate communications and employer branding) and The Digitarians, a digital strategy brand. The company ranks among the top three independent communications groups in Bulgaria and under the SEEnthesis brand has its own partner network across nine markets in Southeast Europe.

Modern companies today need to apply a range of tools that are vital if they want to stay relevant in the rapidly changing economic, political and social environment. One of these tools is Innovation Management, a rapidly developing concept that helps organizations master change, enforce innovation and inspire teams to understand the processes and goals and work as one to achieve them. Tasia Tassova, a remarkable businesswoman and entrepreneur, is one of the professionals fluent in the opportunities presented by Innovation Management.

Reduce, reuse, recycle: for Lindström the philosophy of responsible production and consumption is not just a mantra but a successful business model. The Finnish company for workwear and textile rental has been in Bulgaria since 2009 and is preparing to open a new service centre in Plovdiv. Emilia Drenkova, Sales and Key Clients Manager, shares more.

As traditional forms of saving and investment gradually lose the trust of customers due to inflation and liquidity concerns, the rapidly evolving fintech sector is ushering in a new era of smart investment. P2P lending is a crucial part of this shift. Venelin Todorov, cofounder, business development and product owner of Virr and Cashlend, is bringing it to Bulgaria.

Why is P2P lending a good alternative to traditional investment methods?

In the 2000s, advertising was the coolest place for a young person who wanted to do "cool stuff." The mantra was: you either think out of the box or find another job.

It was then that Iva and Milena met at the TBWA Sofia office. Iva already had solid experience with international brands and a burnout to remember. Milena had just stepped onto the advertising rollercoaster as a copywriter – training her out‑of‑the‑box thinking between campaigns for several global giants.

In today’s digital environment, a sustainable online presence is no longer an advantage, but a necessity for every business, regardless of its size or sector. Behind effective campaigns and strategies that deliver real results are people who can combine a scientific approach, logic and creativity. One of these professionals is Denis Topov, founder of the digital agency Creative Digital Tower – a company that, like a digital tower, elevates brands to the next level and transforms their presence into a complete experience.

Family constellations are an approach that successfully untangles even the most difficult interpersonal relationships and heals the trauma caused by them. Business constellations achieve the same, but at an organisational and professional level. Elena Altimirska is a recognised practitioner in this field. She holds a PhD in organisational psychology, is an accredited master coach, entrepreneur and consultant with over 30 years of experience; and a lecturer at Sofia University, NBU and UNWE.

Zynko.ai is a next-generation web agency that uses AI and optimised processes to create high-quality websites in exceptionally short timeframes. The company works primarily with entrepreneurs and small businesses seeking a modern online presence without the heavy, slow and expensive models of traditional web agencies.

A defining feature of Zynko is its clear and structured methodology, from the initial idea to a fully functional website with minimal involvement required from the client.

Kids' birthday parties, family celebrations and business events are all better when the organisation is outsourced to an experienced professional and all you have to do is share the moment with your children, guests and business partners. With Wonder Party, everything is covered – smart ideas, detailed planning and impeccable organisation. Yoanna Benevreshka, manager, shares more.

Wonder Party has been creating joyful moments for 20 years. What is the secret of its longevity?

It's a living organism – an intelligent platform that adapts, analyses, and acts before a threat turns into an incident.

With LIREX innovations, physical and digital security merge into one solution – the LIREX ACS intelligent platform. It lies at the heart of modern offices, production facilities, and critical infrastructures, ensuring a high level of security, visibility, and control.

What drives this intelligence?

The platform integrates two leading technologies that operate in perfect sync:

Parallax Studio Ltd. was founded in Sofia in 2015 and specialises in the field of investment design. The company's main priority is the development of optimal design solutions aimed at: increasing economic efficiency, significantly reducing construction and installation costs and providing full support to the investor at every stage – design, administrative approval and construction.

Over the past ten years, the Parallax Studio team has successfully completed a wide range of projects, including:

A decade ago the IT sector in Bulgaria was pretty much focused around outsourcing services for Western companies. Today, Bulgaria's IT ecosystem is one of the drivers and enablers when it comes to digital transformation, artificial intelligence and smart solutions.

In Bulgaria, rental property management is still not widely known service. However, thanks to the efforts of professionals like Elena Sharova and the rental management service offered by Elesha, it is becoming increasingly popular. Elena Sharova often says that high-quality property management is, above all, care – for the property, the owner's peace of mind and income, and tenants' comfort. Achieving this requires hard work, a strong team and professionalism, but also dedication and genuine commitment. We spoke with her to learn more.

Today, thanks to her talent, skills and passion for constant improvement, DM Ghostwriting Agency has successfully created and promoted over 500 books and dozens of training programmes. Dayana Miteva-Staneva tells us more.

What stands behind DM Ghostwriting Agency today?

The year 2026 will be a watershed moment for businesses in Bulgaria – starting in January, the country will adopt the euro as its official currency, and companies will begin the gradual implementation of the EU's Standard Audit File for Tax (SAF-T). Both changes are a serious challenge for every business. However, with the accounting firm Business Capital, the transition will go smoothly. Veselina Pazheva, the founder, explains how.

How does Business Capital handle the main challenges related to the transition to SAF-T?