Endeavor Bulgaria

Yesterday, during the Dare2Scale Financing Your Growth workshop, industry experts Diana Aladzhova, CFA (Silverline Capital ), Victoria Hristova (Fund of Funds in Bulgaria (FMFIB)), and Boyan Slavchev (Postbank (Eurobank Bulgaria AD)) shared their insights on securing funding for business growth. Diana urged founders to come prepared—know your investor’s mandate, have a well-structured deal, and be ready for the tough questions. Victoria debunked EU funding myths and shared strategies for leveraging public funds effectively, while Boyan highlighted Postbank’s financing options, including green transformation opportunities and support for startups. Thank you to our wonderful speakers for dedicating time and sharing great insights and advice.

One evening to celebrate the remarkable milestones we have reached in driving innovation and entrepreneurship across Bulgaria and the Region! 🎉 Our annual cocktail brought together our wonderful network, giving us a chance to bond and look back at the nine years Endeavor has been supporting the Bulgarian ecosystem, now expanding into the Western Balkans. Milena Grayde, Global Co-Head of Family Investment Firms & Head of Investment Banking for South East Europe at J.P. Morgan Chase, Peter Mitev, Board Member at Chaos, Jack Thorogood, Co-Founder and CEO of Native Teams, and our MD, Momchil Vassilev took the stage and talked about their personal journeys and shared valuable insights gained from building and supporting successful ventures on a global scale. Hayes & Y, a Bulgarian indie pop-rock sensation taking over the international world, brought a touch of magic to the event. We want to thank JPMorganChase who helped us elevate our annual event, and our wonderful community for being a constant inspiration and driving force in the entrepreneurial ecosystem!

In the beginning of October, Endeavor Japan brought together over 50 participants from around the world to explore Japan’s thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. We are proud to have been a part of the Japanese Endeavor Entrepreneur Tour, represented by Endeavor Entrepreneur, Svilen Rangelov of Dronamics, Deputy Mayor of Sofia, Ivan Vasilev, and our MD, Momchil Vassilev, among others. From cutting-edge logistics to forward-thinking AI, we witnessed innovation in action! The event culminated in a summit that brought over 190 attendees, sharing invaluable strategies for international expansion and building strong global networks. Thank you to Endeavor Japan and everyone who took part and made the tour and summit an unforgettable experience!

“Do or do not, there is no ‘try’.” Said the great Master Yoda … or in this case Endeavor Entrepreneur and Dronamics co-founder & CTO, Konstantin R.. Read on for insights into entrepreneurship, keeping grounded, and some reading material which at first might seem like it has nothing to do with business 👉 https://lnkd.in/dH2qxVbd

At the "Career and Life - Why in Bulgaria?" forum in London, held last weekend, our Managing Director, Momchil Vassilev, joined a distinguished lineup of speakers, sharing insights on the growing career opportunities in Bulgaria. Hosted by BULGARIA WANTS YOU, the event brought together over 2000 attendees, including some of the most successful Bulgarian entrepreneurs and leaders. During his talk, Momchil, highlighted the significant growth and transformation over the past decade, emphasizing how Endeavor's support has driven innovation and scale for high-impact entrepreneurs. We're proud to be part of this initiative, encouraging Bulgarians abroad to reconnect with Bulgaria’s vibrant business landscape.

Thank you to Simeon Stoychev, VP of IT Operations at Progress Bulgaria, for leading an insightful and interactive Dare2Scale workshop on leadership and scaling businesses. Through real-life examples and group activities, Simeon shared valuable insights into vision, adaptability, team dynamics, and innovation. The session gave our entrepreneurs practical tools to overcome common challenges and scale successfully. From the importance of inspiring and empowering teams to breaking down strategic pitfalls, Simeon’s advice resonated deeply, sparking lively discussions and new approaches. We’re grateful for the hands-on expertise and leadership guidance!

Congratulations to ApiHawk on yet another deal! Polish technology group Digital Media Technology Sp announced the acquisition of Billia.cloud one of ApiHawk's, Dare2Scale alumnus, businesses. This marks a major milestone for the Bulgarian company, whose Billia.cloud is an innovative software solution for managing hosting businesses and telecoms. Wishing the ApiHawk team continued success! 

Become a mentor for BASE Mentor Season 5 and help support a growing startup! Starting October 29, 2024, the mentorship program builds on the entrepreneurial knowledge and skills of participants who have completed the BASE training by the America for Bulgaria and ABLE. Over the course of 6 months, mentors will guide entrepreneurs through online monthly check-ins, providing expertise on key business topics like goal-setting, sales, and digital marketing. Interested in becoming a mentor? Sign up by October 20: https://lnkd.in/dnit9WJK

For yet another year, Forbes Bulgaria’s DNA of Success forum and awards brought together some of the top Bulgarian business leaders, and this year we had the pleasure of welcoming Mergim Cahani, Founder and CEO of Gjirafa, Inc.. 📈 Dr. Andrey Bachvarov, founder of Anthill and Endeavor Bulgaria board member, opened the event with a keynote on the importance of being a giver. Or, as we at Endeavor like to say - the value of paying it forward. (And he's on the cover of this month's magazine edition!) 🍅 Lubomir Nokov, co-founder and CEO of Harmonica Foods, who is also part of our Regional Program, took the stage to talk about the challenges of scaling a new brand on the global market. 🏆 Ralitsa Ivanova, co-founder of Appolica | Venture studio and Dare2Scale alumnus, took the stage twice, once in an interview with Hristo Petrov, and a second time to accept her award in the “Female Entrepreneur” category. 🌍 And, of course, Mergim Cahani, inspired us with his experience with Gjirafa and gaining international funding for a company starting out in the Western Balkans. His take? Where there’s challenges, there’s opportunities, and along the way you find people who are willing to give you a helping hand. The synergies between Forbes Bulgaria’s DNA of Success and Endeavor Bulgaria’s mission are many. We believe in supporting entrepreneurs as best we can in their journeys. We believe in sharing knowledge and opening doors. We believe in expanding our reach as far as we can. Onto bigger and better things with the knowledge gained! Photo credits: High Noir for Forbes България

London Calling! 🎡 Endeavor has officially opened its new global hub in London, a city renowned for its innovation, talent, and capital. This hub will serve as a launchpad for high-impact entrepreneurs to scale globally, connecting them with London’s dynamic ecosystem of investors, leaders, and resources. 🌍 With 100+ Endeavor companies already active in the city, this new hub will unlock even more opportunities for founders to thrive, grow, and create impact. Here’s to a new chapter of growth, collaboration, and innovation! #EndeavorLondon #Entrepreneurship #GlobalScaling #Innovation #MoreThanScaleMultiply