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.
DawnForge Studios is one of those digital agencies where innovation, vision and expertise create effective strategies that help their clients get the most out of the modern online environment. At the heart of DawnForge Studios' success are Teodor Yordanov and Martin Nikolov. Martin has extensive experience in digital marketing and web development and is responsible for the studio's overall production and its projects' long-term visibility. Teodor loves the logic behind programming.
Borislav Donchev is an entrepreneur and the founder of Cleopatrabg.com and MAX Digital. He is recognized as one of the most prominent experts in digital marketing and business growth strategies in Bulgaria. In 2025, he was named among the country's Top 100 Executives.
How did the idea for the Cleopatra adult store come about?
That is exactly what JTN does – an international market research company with over 10 million respondents across 80+ countries. The agency is a leader in building digital panels and conducting comprehensive, in-depth, practically oriented studies.
At the helm of JTN is Danyo Dimitrov – a visionary with experience in international business and data-driven innovation. Under his leadership, JTN is setting new standards for responsible, intelligent and impactful use of data.
Ability to turn even the most complex tasks into clear, achievable goals. Openness to the world and a constant search for new challenges and directions for growth. A genuine concern for society. These are some of the defining traits of today's most inspiring business leaders - and they can all be found in the personality and vision of Kiril Zhelev.
Meet the three partners behind Xplora – a leading integrated digital marketing agency in Central and Eastern Europe. Known for their long-term relationships with clients and their commitment to making the business environment better through knowledge sharing, mentoring, and social impact. Xplora was recently named one of the most preferred employers in Bulgaria.
Alexander Markov, Partner and Business Development Director
Blockchain technologies and cryptocurrencies are no longer a novelty. They often make the news – sometimes for their astonishing market performance, and sometimes for their spectacular price drops. However, when we zoom out from day-to-day fluctuations and focus on the bigger trends, we quickly realize that blockchain and crypto are not just here to stay – they are the future of markets, economies, and ultimately, our lives.
Spare funds, desire for a stable investment and... hesitation about the wisest way to proceed – many people today face this dilemma. The Bulgarian crowdfunding platform Afranga is the answer. It offers companies an innovative way to raise capital and people with spare funds the chance to invest in high-potential ventures bypassing intermediaries or hidden clauses. Its founder, Svetlin Sabev, explains how.
What exactly is Afranga?
Translation was one of the first human activities to be transformed by the rapid rise of generative AI models. But is the field at risk of extinction? For Orlin Georgiev, founder of the respected translation and legalisation agency Prevodachi.eu, the answer is a firm no. A passionate innovator with a clear vision for the future of both humanity and business, he believes that artificial intelligence will support – rather than replace – the skills and expertise of qualified human translators and editors.
Hilton Sofia needs no introduction – for over 20 years it has been an outstanding feature of the capital's landscape, and the first choice of accommodation for business and leisure travellers. A recent renovation, though, has significantly enriched the Hilton Sofia experience, transforming it into a vibrant space for both travellers and locals. That is reason enough to speak with the hotel's General Manager.
Organising an event with hundreds and thousands of attendees is a challenge that should not be underestimated; a single error can turn it from a time and place of fun and happiness into something that makes news for all the wrong reasons. Petar Minev, Technical Director of WeTrack, Momentus Technologies, knows this well – after all, this seasoned IT professional has expansive expertise in managing event operations.
The energy, emotion and excitement of a great concert are hard to put into words – they are an immersive experience felt not only with the senses, but with our entire being. But great concerts are only possible when driven by passionate and experienced professionals with an impeccable reputation and rock-solid organisation. In Bulgaria, these qualities are embodied by Fest Team – the promoter behind complex, large-scale shows by both contemporary and legendary stars such as Ed Sheeran, Lenny Kravitz, Robbie Williams, Sting, Bryan Adams, Arctic Monkeys and many others.
From large corporations to small enterprises, Italian businesses form a significant part of the Bulgarian economy. For the past two decades, many of them have relied on Alias Group for timely, professional, and competent support. The consultancy was founded by a true business leader: Francesco Frattini – a man who not only has the vision and knowledge of what a business should do (and avoid) to succeed in Bulgaria, but who is also a passionate art lover. He has launched a side career as a film director and producer, and is now exploring further opportunities in the local market.
hina and Japan, along with their cultures, have long been regarded as distant and exotic – captivating, impressive and... incomprehensible. Metodi 'Mike' Negrevski – a traveller and musician at heart, with experience and tenure in the financial sector and currently a lecturer in finance and accounting in China – has made it his mission to show that it is entirely possible to learn the language and culture of the Far East.
Imagine a place that embodies the idea of modern relaxation: elegant, contemporary architecture set amid stunning, almost Mediterranean landscapes of mountains, gardens, rocks, and rivers; locally grown, delicious food; abundant greenery and options for recreation for all ages; and excellent wine made from vineyards just around the corner.
When Alexander Georgiev and two colleagues, Anna Zhelkova and Gergana Staneva, founded the ZSG Accounting Office in 2006, they started small. This gave them the agility to respond effectively to the ever-changing accounting environment and became a cornerstone of their success over the next 20 years. Today, ZSG has a reputation for reliability, precision, and professionalism in accounting, HR and payroll services, auditing, management accounting, and tax advisory for companies in Bulgaria.
The modern IT environment evolves so quickly that yesterday's innovation quickly becomes ubiquitous today – and outdated tomorrow. In this ever-changing field, the companies that rely on eLando for their software solutions and services are in good hands. In less than ten years after it entered the market, the Bulgarian company that specialises in tech consulting services, software engineering services, mobile, blockchain and cybersecurity solutions, and reselling of software licences, has become a respected local player with a growing reach beyond Bulgaria.