Anastasia Stoyanova - Dragoeva is a recognized HR leader with extensive experience in managing people and building effective teams in global companies. She has gained valuable practical experience from large organizations with cultural diversity that require a deep understanding of the dynamics among the different generations in the workplace.
She is currently HR Director in Sutherland, where she leads strategic HR initiatives aimed at improving internal communication, engagement and building an inclusive work environment. Previously, at VMware, she led large-scale talent management and HR process optimization projects in the EMEA region with a particular focus on collaboration between diverse teams.
With over 25 years of experience in the field of human resources, she is a passionate supporter of creating a culture of open dialogue and understanding between different generations - from young professionals to experienced leaders. Her expertise includes building mentoring programs, adapting communication strategies and implementing communication and practices that encourage collaboration between the different generations.

Anelia Dimova is Chief HR Officer of SOF Connect and a Member of the Management Board. She has many years of experience in senior management positions related to people management and development, strategic and transformational projects in established international companies in the chemical and metallurgical industries and telecommunications. Anelia has a Master's degree in International Economic Relations and is certified in the „Executive Leadership“ program from Cornell University.

Anna Pancheva is Head of Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding at Kaufland Bulgaria. She has more than 15 years of experience in human resources management in various industries, including fintech, biotechnology, food production and heavy industry. She has successfully worked on projects in the field of organizational diagnostics and development, corporate culture, digitalization and optimization of processes in the HR area.
She graduated from the University of Veliko Tarnovo „St. Cyril and Methodius“, after which she obtained a master's degree in „Finance“ and a CIPD certification in „Human Resources“ at the Institute of Personnel Development, London.

Valeria Doycheva is a Senior Development and Engagement Expert and Diversity and Inclusion Program Manager at Lidl Bulgaria. With more than 17 years of corporate experience in the field of learning and development, 6 of which at Lidl, Valeria constantly builds on her competencies in the fields of psychology and psychotherapy, career counseling and coaching to be a driver of programs that lead to positive transformations in the organization's culture.

Veronika Ivanova is an expert with over 10 years of experience in leadership roles, having managed and mentored teams of over 70 people in 10 European countries. She specializes in attracting, retaining and engaging talent, with her main focus on building Employee Experience and Employer Branding strategies. She is actively involved in talent selection on the European market.
She is currently the Recruitment Manager at Samex, where she is responsible for developing and implementing a new talent acquisition strategy, rebranding the employer brand, and positioning the company appropriately across different target groups and generations.

Viktor Yordanov is Human Resources Development Manager at regiocom SE Niederlassung Bulgarien. He holds a BA in Political Science, Sociology and Public Law, and a MA in Eastern European Studies – Sociology profile from the Universities of Bonn and Berlin, Germany. He has additional qualifications and specializations in coaching and in HR management. Viktor has many years of experience as a project manager, in NGOs and diplomatic missions, as a workforce development specialist and HR manager. His core competencies in HR management are in the areas of training and development, change management, mediation, conflict resolution, communication and coaching.

Vladislav Marinov is part of the KBC Group team in Bulgaria. His current role is Human Resources Director in charge of UBB, DZI, Interlease and UBB Pension Insurance. In his more than twenty years of professional experience in various economic sectors and industries, he combines expertise in the field of social sciences with the management and development of people and organizations.

Iva Chavkova is People and Culture Manager for the Plovdiv region at Happy restaurants. She has been occupying this position in the company for four years now.
Iva has a degree in Business Administration from the Plovdiv University “Paisiy Hilendarski“.
With a deep understanding of building engagement and commitment among the employees, her role is focused on creating a positive and motivating work environment. She actively works to shape a corporate culture that encourages team spirit and professional development. Her focus is on programs and initiatives (mentoring programs, internal communication development projects, etc.) ensuring that every team member feels valued, motivated to contribute to the company's success, and supported to develop.

Ivo Mihaylov is Human Resources Business Partner at ABB Bulgaria – Rakovski Branch. He has almost 12 years of experience in the field of human resources, a significant part of which are gained in production companies, where the clash of different generations and their interests is most tangible. He began his career in the company as a Recruitment Specialist, and later occupied the role of Human Resources Business Partner. His professional interests are most strongly focused on talent acquisition, statistical analysis and solving non-standard challenges. Outside work, he likes to learn interesting scientific facts, experiment with smart home technologies and play the guitar.

Ivona Gavrilova is an experienced HR professional with deep knowledge of the fintech and IT sectors in Bulgaria. With a proven track record in recruiting and in leading teams, she has developed strategic thinking, strong communication skills and the ability to manage successful projects. Currently she is part of Paysafe, where she leads the recruitment team and is responsible for building and developing the company's employer brand. Over the years, the team she leads has won numerous awards related to Employer Branding activities, successful internship programs and innovative approaches to attracting talent.

Yordanka Kostova is Talent Management and Employer Brand Director at Postbank with over 10 years of experience in the banking sector. She is a graduate of the American University in Blagoevgrad with degrees in Business Administration and Economics. Her professional development is fully in the financial and banking sectors, in the human resources management, in particular in the fields of talent acquisition and employer branding. She is actively working towards the unification of Postbank and other banks. She is the initiator of key projects with a focus on employee contribution and development, the implementation of innovative technologies for attracting talent, as well as innovative approaches for presenting the employer brand.

Liliya Vladimirova is Labor Relations Manager at Yettel. She has over 20 years of experience in the field of human resources in large international companies in Bulgaria. She is currently responsible for compensation and administration, human resources management systems, as well as the topics related to employees’ health, well-being and engagement.

Lora Vasileva is a human resources management expert and organizational psychologist with 18 years of experience in the hospitality industry. She has moved from operational roles, training and talent development, to strategic personnel management. Lora graduated in Tourism, Business Administration and Organizational Psychology, sha has went through a training at École hôtelière de Lausanne and has a DISC certification (Thomas International). Lora’s focus is in recruitment, development and engagement of people. She combines a strategic approach and practical experience to increase efficiency in the hospitality business.

Maya Taseva has More than 20 years of experience and extensive expertise in developing human resources programs and strategies that align with the business goals and sustainable development of the organization. She joined the Sopharma group in 2020 and has since led key initiatives related to attracting, developing, retaining talents and strengthening the employer brand. Maya believes that successful talent management requires adapting to the needs of different generations and creating an environment in which people can unleash their potential.

Meagan Johnson is a recognized multi-generational expert and generational studies enthusiast. Since 1997; she has researched, written and spoken about the multiple generations. Her focus is on how to build a culture of multi-generational collaboration… not alienation. Rather than promoting generational stereotypes, Meagan explores what drives a generation to succeed. Meagan has worked with over a thousand clients, including Boeing, Women in Cable Telecommunication, Ingram Micro, CIT Bank, Intel Corporation, American Architectural Manufacturers Association, Hormel, Women in Trucking, Pepsi, Procter & Gamble and Sodexo. She is the co-author of the best-selling book Generations Inc From Boomers to Linksters Managing the Friction between Generations at Work. She has been Quoted by the Indy Star, Weight Watchers, The Advocate, Chicago Tribune, CNNMoney.com and US News & World Report. Meagan has been heard and seen on; NEWSY.com, CBSN, ABC Talk Live, NPR and profiled on Conde’ Nast’s Portfolio.com. Recently, Meagan was recently quoted in the New York Times and a guest on the Dr. Phil show!

Miglena Ouzounova-Tsekova is Senior HR Director and a Member of the Leadership Team of A1 Bulgaria. She has over 20 years of experience in the field of human resources management. Miglena is responsible for the company's people management policy at a strategic level - organizational design, talent acquisition and development, employee engagement and well-being. She has implemented a number of organizational changes related to acquisitions of new companies, development of new businesses and creation of a Service Center for A1 Group. She implements the best global practices for talent engagement, training, development, and retention in the company. Miglena Ouzounova has completed a number of certification programs in Bulgarian and international universities, including „Strategic Human Resources Management“ from Cornell University, USA, „Leadership Coaching” from Columbia Business School, USA, as well as „Leadership Strategies” from IMD, Switzerland.

Mustafa Mustafov is Chief Human Resources Officer of Technopolis and Praktiker. His career path began 18 years ago at Technopolis, going through different positions in the company. Since 2016, he has been a part of the HR department of Technopolis and Praktiker, and for three years now he has been its head. Mustafa and his team take care for the HR processes and the well-being of a total of over 4,300 employees of Technopolis and Praktiker.

Tsvetelina Teneva is founder and senior facilitator at The Business Institute. Expert in the fields of business modeling, strategic management, business innovation, market strategies, marketing communications. She has experience as a Marcom Manager and Marketing Director at Orbitel, and before that – as a Public Relations expert at the Government Information Service. Tsvetelina holds master’s degrees in Public Communications and Business Administration. She has over 15 years of experience in the professional development of practitioners. Certified facilitator in the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® method.