Are you ready to harness the full potential of your board to accelerate your business growth? 

Whether you're an entrepreneur or a business leader, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and strategies needed to leverage the power of the board of directors effectively.

Join Ivan Georgiev, co-founder and CEO of Pontica Solutions, as he shares insights into the role of advisory boards and how they differ from classic board seats. With a strong background in guiding companies through complex organizational decisions, Ivan will equip you with the tools to make informed choices for your business.

In this workshop, you’ll learn:

• What an advisory board is and why it matters for businesses of all sizes.

• The key differences between an advisory board and a traditional board seat, including the advantages and disadvantages of each.

• How to decide which option is best suited for your company’s needs.

• What type of professionals to invite to your advisory board, how many to include, and why they are critical to your business’s success.

• Practical examples and recommended readings to help you build a high-performing advisory board.

Whether you’re looking to establish an advisory board for the first time or optimize an existing one, this workshop will offer practical guidance and actionable steps to make the most of this strategic tool.

Startups are inherently full of unknowns, and navigating these uncertainties while striving toward your goals is no easy task. How do you stay focused, motivated, and on the right track when everything around you is changing? 

Join Ivan Tsukev, founder of Aula.bg, Bulgaria’s leading online learning platform with over 400,000 users, as he shares practical strategies for creating a vision and achieving your goals even when faced with uncertainty. Ivan, also the co-founder of the "Goal Buddy" foundation and co-author of the book The 4 Keys to Achieving Goals, has a wealth of experience in managing successful ventures in both education and technology. 

In this workshop, you will learn how to: 

• Develop a clear vision for your startup that keeps you grounded, even when facing many unknowns. 

• Set and achieve goals in a dynamic, fast-changing environment.

• Prioritize your efforts and stay focused on what matters most, using Ivan’s proven methods from his book and entrepreneurial experience. 

• Apply real-world examples and actionable frameworks to ensure your startup is equipped to navigate the challenges of uncertainty and growth. 

With years of experience in the intersection of technology and education, Ivan’s insights will provide you with the tools to create a solid vision for your startup and execute your goals effectively. 

Whether you're at the beginning of your startup journey or looking to scale, this workshop will give you the practical knowledge and mindset needed to achieve success when the future is unclear.

As your startup grows, having a solid financial foundation becomes essential to sustaining and scaling your business. Financial management is not just about numbers; it’s about creating a strategy that ensures long-term success and sustainability. 

Join Estel Vasileva, a seasoned financial manager with over 13 years of experience in finance and business development across startups, corporations, and public institutions. Currently overseeing the financial operations at Alcatraz AI, Estel brings deep expertise in helping startups optimize their financial processes. She also founded a consultancy dedicated to empowering startups to build sustainable business models. 

In this workshop, you will learn how to: 

• Manage your finances effectively to ensure sustainable growth and minimize financial risks. 

• Create a financial strategy that supports both day-to-day operations and long-term business goals. 

• Optimize financial processes to improve cash flow, reduce costs, and support scaling efforts. 

• Gain insights from real-world examples of how startups can successfully navigate financial challenges. 

Estel’s holistic approach integrates financial management with the broader business strategy, ensuring your startup is not just surviving but thriving. With her extensive experience as a mentor and co-founder of the ABLE Activator program, she will provide you with the tools and frameworks to tackle financial challenges with confidence. Whether you’re a startup founder or scaling entrepreneur, this workshop will equip you with practical strategies to take control of your finances and ensure your business is built to last.

As your startup grows, telling the right story becomes critical to scaling your brand, attracting customers, and winning over investors. Whether you're launching a new product or taking your company to the next level, storytelling is a powerful tool for driving growth and achieving business success. 

Join Georgi Malchev, Managing Partner at one of Bulgaria’s largest digital marketing agencies and a top thought leader in marketing and leadership, as he shares his proven strategies for leveraging storytelling to help startups and scaleups thrive. With over 120+ current clients and extensive mentoring experience, Georgi brings a wealth of knowledge that will help you master the art of storytelling in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment. 

In this workshop, you will learn how to: 

• Create a compelling narrative that resonates with customers, investors, and partners at every stage of your startup’s journey. 

• Use storytelling to fuel growth, build brand loyalty, and drive your marketing and business goals. 

• Engage audiences with stories that communicate your startup’s unique value and competitive edge. 

• Learn real-world storytelling techniques from successful scaleups and apply them to your own growth strategy. 

With deep expertise in strategic marketing, business development, and scaling ventures, Georgi will provide you with practical tools to elevate your startup’s storytelling and ensure it supports your business objectives. If you’re a startup founder or scaling entrepreneur looking to build a brand that stands out and grows through the power of storytelling, this workshop is for you. 

Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of Bulgaria’s top marketing experts. This version emphasizes storytelling as a key to growth and success specifically for startups and scaleups, aligning with Georgi’s expertise and the needs of this audience.

Are you ready to harness the power of artificial intelligence to elevate your business operations? This workshop is designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders who want to explore practical AI applications that can transform their workflows and enhance productivity.  

Join Emiliyan Enev and Ivan Tsvetanov who implemented AI solutions for institutions and businesses for an engaging session with actionable insights. During the workshop, you will dive into real-world use cases showcasing AI solutions for automatic document creation, intelligent chatbots, and efficient audio transcription. Discover how open-source AI tools can empower your business while navigating the potential risks and challenges of AI implementation.  

In this workshop, you will learn:

• How to effectively automate routine tasks and improve efficiency using AI tools.

• Insights into creating user-friendly chatbots tailored to your needs, with the flexibility to use either text or voice commands.

• How to protect and trace data exposed to AI (Apply AI tools to your business safely and transparently).

• An understanding of the risks associated with AI deployment and how to mitigate them.

Whether you are new to AI or looking to deepen your knowledge, this workshop will provide you with battle-proven tools and the confidence to leverage AI in your business. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how AI can unlock new potentials for growth and innovation!

Recruiting the Right Talent to Grow Your Startup  Is your startup ready to grow, but finding the right talent feels like a challenge? As your company scales, building a high-performing team becomes critical to sustaining growth. This workshop is designed to help startups that know the importance of  hiring the right people.   

Join Svetoslav Dimov, co-founder and CEO of DEV.BG, and one of TAtech Europe’s “TOP 100 Most Influential Talent Acquisition Thought Leaders” for 2023. With experience founding and exiting successful businesses, Svetoslav has firsthand knowledge of the crucial role talent acquisition plays in growing a business.   

In this practical, hands-on session, you’ll learn how to:  

• Build a scalable hiring strategy that ensures your team grows in alignment with your business goals. 

• Define your EVP (employer value proposition) and explain what differentiates you as an employer of choice. 

• Choose between having an in house recruiter and using an external service?

• Implement effective interview techniques that reveal the potential of candidates beyond their resumes.

• Use real-world tasks to assess how candidates think, solve problems, and fit into your company culture. 

If your startup is ready to grow and you need to hire the right talent to do it, this workshop will provide you with the tools and strategies to make informed decisions and build a team that accelerates your success.