HR Across Borders
Adapting for Tomorrow

Discussion on challenges and solutions in current Demographics and Migration trends

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24 OCTOBER 2024 I HOTEL IMPERIAL PLOVDIV

Event Overview

Easy Consult is proud to celebrate its 20th Anniversary in 2024 with series of events across the country. The event in Plovdiv is taking place on October 24th, 2024, in Hotel Imperial, featuring a business cocktail reception with clients, colleagues, partners, and friends to celebrate the success and achievements over the last two decades and to reflect on the company’s journey and its role in successfully supporting the labor market in Bulgaria.

What’s more, Easy Consult is organizing a panel discussion themed “Demographic Challenges, Opportunities for Attracting Talent from Abroad, and Solutions for Improving the Labor Market and Migration in Our Country.” 

The objective of the panel is to explore different perspectives and generate ideas to enhance Bulgaria’s business environment, making the country more attractive to both foreigners and Bulgarians living abroad and to explore how HR organizations can support and contribute to the development of the labor market in our country.

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Event Program

16:00 – 16:30

Welcome

16:30 – 16:45

Official Opening

16:45 – 17:45

Panel Discussion

18:00 – 21:00

Business Cocktail 20 years Easy Consult

Speakers

Stefan Stoyanov

Deputy Mayor of Plovdiv

Deputy Mayor of Plovdiv in the period 2011-2023. He carried out a number of reforms in education. Leads the team that won the European Capital of Culture. He created the unit for business development of Plovdiv and the region and helped dozens of companies from the manufacturing, outsourcing and IT industry to make investments in the city. Actively participates in the development of the Trakia Economic Zone as a brand. He currently manages an IT company based in Plovdiv.

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Elena Vatrachka

HR Business Partner
Schneider Electric Bulgaria

Elena Vatratchka has been with Schneider Electric for 14 years, advancing through a range of leadership roles in human resources across both the production and commercial sectors within the region. She holds a Master’s degree in Labor and Organizational Psychology from Sofia University and is accredited as a Professional Coach by the International Coaching Federation. In her current role as Talent & Learning Manager SEE, Elena is dedicated to driving learning and skill development initiatives for teams throughout the Southeast Europe cluster.

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Boris Altankov

Director Mobility Services at Matrix Global Mobility

Boris Altankov is the Director Mobility Services at Matrix Global Mobility – the leader in global talent mobility in Bulgaria, known for its innovative solutions in immigration compliance and seamless employee relocation. Matrix offers comprehensive services including work permits residency, home search, and international moving services while enhancing the relocation experience with cross-cultural trainings and more. Under Boris’ leadership Matrix Global Mobility is celebrated for its meticulous attention to detail and commitment to client satisfaction.

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Bozhidar Bakalov

CSO Wiser Technology

Bozhidar gained extensive career experience in the USA, specializing in Marketing, Sales, and Strategic Business Development. In 2013, he founded the software services company Programista in Plovdiv, later renamed Prime Holding. In 2024 Prime Holding became part of Wiser Technology, where he currently is the Chief Strategy Officer. Bozhidar holds a BA in Economics from the University of Delaware and an MBA from Georgetown University.

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Georgi Petkov

Chairman Board of Directors at BTL Industries

Georgi Petkov serves as the Chairman of the Board at BTL Industries, a leading multinational company in the field of electronic medical equipment. He is also a co-founder of the “Buditel” Movement, dedicated to empowering the young people of Bulgaria and fostering their future within the country. Georgi holds a Master’s degree in Industrial Management and two Bachelor’s degrees in Industrial Management and Finance. He is also a guest lecturer at three universities and several schools in the Plovdiv region.

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Atanas Apostolov

Operational Director KOSTAL Group Bulgaria

Atanas Apostolov has over 20 years of experience in various manufacturing sectors and substantial background in the automotive industry. Since 2016, he is the Operational Director at KOSTAL Group Bulgaria, leading key departments such as Production, Maintenance, Logistics, and Engineering, ensuring efficient operations and successful project integration for OEMs. Under his leadership, KOSTAL Bulgaria has grown significantly, scaling its operations to support workforce of over 1,700 employees and becoming a top automotive supplier in the country. His efforts have positioned the company among the top three manufacturers in Bulgaria.

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Ivaylo Slavov

CEO Finance Partner

Serial entrepreneur and corporate executive with 30+ years of international experience in the fields of IT, Finance, Outsourcing, BPO and Human Resources. In his position of a Chairman and stepping on his strong professional background, Ivaylo Slavov is advising Easy Consult to ensure its sustainable success on the way to becoming a leading provider of flexible workforce solutions on all core markets of the company.

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Marina Naykova

Manager Be Global

Part of Easy Consult, with over 20 years of experience in the field of Human Resources as a leading Expert in Talent Management and Recruitment in international companies. She completed her higher education in Business Administration at Weber State in Ogden, Utah, followed by specialization at the Business College in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

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