BORISLAVA BALTADZHIEVA: BEER INDUSTRY IS NOT FOR MEN ONLY


The marketing director of Carlsberg Bulgaria on the role of leaders today

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Borislava Baltadzhieva, Marketing Director of Carlsberg Bulgaria

Borislava Baltadzhieva's professional journey in Carlsberg Bulgaria began in 2019, when she became brand manager of the legendary Shumensko. Three years later, her enthusiasm and achievements secured her the position of senior brand manager for Shumensko. In this role, Borislava delivered a number of successful projects. She repositioned Shumensko, launched a series of innovations such as 100% Malt and Author's Brew and successfully developed young talent within the team. In 2023, Borislava expanded her responsibilities by taking care of Carlsberg's most successful local brand, Pirinsko, becoming the company's local brands senior manager. Naturally, in November 2024, Borislava became Sales Director of Carlsberg Bulgaria.

Before joining Carlsberg, she spent 13 years working in various positions at Nestlé.

Why did you choose to build a career in the beer industry, which is traditionally considered male-dominated?

First and foremost, this is a business for people with quick minds, who sense the pulse of consumers and are ready to take risks – it's not about any specific gender. My career at Carlsberg has shown me that the beer industry blends culture, innovation, and the courage to make decisions. The sector encourages creativity and authenticity, but also precision and a strategic approach, requiring leaders – not just men or women.

What does the sector look like in 2026, and what are the new requirements for today's leaders?

The business environment is more dynamic than ever, shaped by new consumer habits, accelerated digitalization, and rapidly evolving expectations. To succeed, leaders today must be flexible, adaptable, and ready to respond quickly to change. The ability to shift between strategies, stay connected to the market pulse, and guide teams through transformation is crucial. Leadership is no longer a fixed role; it's about seamlessly switching roles to navigate a volatile environment.

How is consumer demand in the beer category changing, and how is Carlsberg addressing today's challenges?

The category is constantly evolving and increasingly shifting towards convenient formats and premium offerings. It is no surprise that the non-alcoholic portfolio is growing at the fastest rate, as in addition to authentic tastes customers are increasingly seeking diverse flavors and products that fit their active lifestyles, including low-alcohol and 0.0% alcohol options. That's why Carlsberg is expanding its portfolio and entering new categories, supported by the distribution of Pelisterka and VIDAS. These additions allow us to offer broader choices and be present wherever new consumption habits are forming. Our priority is to stay modern, relevant, and closely aligned with what consumers expect today.

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Борислава Балтаджиева: Биреният бранш не е резервиран за мъже

Маркетинг директорът на Carlsberg България говори за ролята на лидера днес

Професионалното развитие на Борислава Бaлтаджиева в Carlsberg България започва през 2019 г., когато е назначена за бранд мениджър на легендарното "Шуменско". Три години по-късно заради нейния ентусиазъм и високи резултати тя е повишена до ролята на старши бранд мениджър за "Шуменско". На тази позиция Борислава реализира серия от успешни проекти. Тя репозиционира "Шуменско", лансира серия от иновации като "100% Малц" и "Авторско пиво", и успешно изгражда младите таланти в екипа. През 2023 г. Борислава добави към отговорностите си и най-успешния локален бранд – "Пиринско", поемайки позицията на старши мениджър "Локални марки". Логичната следваща стъпка дойде през ноември 2024 г., когато Борислава стана маркетинг директор на Carlsberg България.

Преди да се присъедини към Carlsberg, Борислава е работила 13 години в Nestlé на различни позиции.

Защо избрахте да се развивате професионално в бранш, който традиционно се смята за мъжки?

Преди всичко това е бизнес за хора с бърз ум, които усещат пулса на потребителите и са готови да рискуват, без да принадлежат на определен пол. Кариерата ми в Carlsberg ми показа, че биреният бранш съчетава култура, иновация и смелост да взимаш решения. Секторът стимулира креативност и автентичност, но и прецизност и стратегически подход, което изисква силни лидери, без значение на кой пол са представители.

Как изглежда секторът през 2026 г. и какви са новите изисквания, за да бъде един лидер успешен?

Секторът е по-динамичен от всякога – движен от нови тенденции, дигитализация и бърза смяна на потребителските очаквания. За да бъде успешен, днешният лидер трябва да има дългосрочна визия за развитие, но да остане гъвкав и адаптивен, за да взема решения в движение. Умението да превключваш между стратегии, да слушаш пазара и да водиш екипа през промяната е по-ценно от всякога. Лидерството вече не е конкретна роля, а умение да влизаш от роля в роля, за да навигираш бизнеса във волатилна среда.

Как се променя търсенето на пазара с бира и как Carlsberg отговаря на днешните предизвикателства?

Категорията се развива постоянно и все повече се насочва към удобните формати и премиалните предложения. Не е изненада, че с най-бърз темп расте безалкохолното портфолио, тъй като освен автентични предложения, потребителят търси все повече продукти, които се вписват в ритъма му на живот. Затова Carlsberg разширява портфолиото си и навлиза в нови категории на безалкохолни продукти, чрез дистрибуцията на Pelisterka и VIDAS. Това ни позволява да се превърнем в основен партньор за широка гама напитки, като бъдем там, където се създават новите потребителски навици. За нас е важно да сме гъвкави, модерни и да отговаряме на очакванията на потребителите.

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