🌄 Legends say Mount Olympus was home to the gods. But on October 17-20, we didn’t climb it for the myth alone—we climbed it to build resilience. At Ocean, we’re here, step by step, pushing through challenges with our founders. It’s easy to talk about resilience; it’s another thing to feel it on a climb like this. Every stumble, every push to the top, every moment of support along the way—this is how resilience is built. Together. 🚶♂️🚶♀️🚶 We reached the summit—but the real journey was everything that led us there. Watch the story unfold in our video. 🎥 P.S. How do you build resilience in your journey as a founder? #Founders #Resilience #OceanInvestments #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Teamwork #Leadership #Business
Ocean Investments
Investment Management
Ocean investments is a family-owned investment company focused on early-stage technology innovators.
About us
Ocean investments is a family-owned investment company focused on early-stage technology innovators in Europe, USA, Africa and the Middle East. Our mission is to identify and back the bold entrepreneurs with strong ideas, delivered by unique technology, customer traction and global ambition. Our dedication is to support them in their growth plans and help them realize their vision in rapid flight. Our industry focus is cybersecurity, health tech and real estate.
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https://ocean.investments/
External link for Ocean Investments
- Industry
- Investment Management
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Sofia
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2020
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Sofia, BG
Employees at Ocean Investments
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Lyubomila Andonova
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Mihaela HRistova Nencheva 🌊
People & Culture Manager @ Ocean Investments 🌊 S Management 🗣️ Amatas 🔒 Resolute Software 💻 Plainsea 🧑💻 Gravity Homes & Living 🏡 Longevia…
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Denitsa Kostova
Strategic Growth Leader 🌍 | CMO at Ocean Investments 🌊 | Innovation Enthusiast 🔥 | Driving Market Strategy & Disruption with Customer Insights💡 |…
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Andrew Friedlander
Time out at Blue Ocean Investments
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A huge thank you to all the amazing colleagues from Ocean Investments who joined our "Donate Blood - Save a Life" initiative! 🙌 For another year, we’ve proven that we can make the world better. This time, over 30 volunteers stepped up, and that number keeps growing each year! ❤️ Health and care for others are top priorities at Ocean Investments – values we live by, not just for ourselves, but for those around us. Thank you for your dedication, strength, and compassion! Together, we’re changing lives and giving hope. Every drop fuels life, every heartbeat matters. 🙏🩸 👉 Want to do the same? Learn how to donate blood and find your nearest center here: https://buff.ly/3VSgtd6 🗺️ #DonateBlood #EveryDropCounts #OceanInvestments #SaveALife #GiveHope #LifeMatters #CommunityCare #BloodDonation
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🎉 When one of us wins, we all celebrate! Resolute Software has recently secured the Bronze for "Company of the Year" at The Stevie® Awards in Istanbul, and we couldn’t be prouder! 🚀 They’ve been driving innovation in public safety and aviation, making the world safer with each step—and this award is the cherry on top. 🍒 Nikoleta Lazarova, Director of Business Development at Resolute, accepted the award with grace, perfectly capturing the team's hard work and dedication. 🏆 This win? It’s a big one—for them, for us, for everyone who believes in innovation. Onwards and upwards! 🙌 #StevieAwards #CompanyOfTheYear #ResoluteSoftware #OceanInvestments
🎉 What an unforgettable night at The Stevie® Awards in Istanbul! 🎉 We’re beyond thrilled to have won Bronze for the "Company of the Year" category! ✨ A big thanks to our Director of Business Development, Nikoleta Lazarova, for proudly accepting this honor on behalf of the entire team! 🙌 This award is a true reflection of the trust our clients place in us and the global impact we've made in industries like public safety and aviation, making the world a safer place. We couldn’t be prouder, and it fuels our drive to keep pushing forward! 🚀 It was delightful and memorable to share the gala event with winners from all around the world, such as NIHAT NARIN, Jan Schoenmakers, Ian Green, and Ceyda Unal! 🎉 A heartfelt thank you to our fantastic team and all our supporters. This win is for you! #StevieAwards #CompanyOfTheYear #BronzeWinner #Teamwork
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🌟 Celebrating the Day of the Bulgarian Doctor! 🌟 At Ocean Investments, health is at the heart of everything we do. As part of our core values, we believe in nurturing a lifestyle where well-being comes first, and we’re committed to supporting our community to stay healthy and strong. 💪 Today, on the Day of the Bulgarian Doctor, we want to give a special shout-out to all the medical professionals who dedicate their lives to keeping us safe and healthy. And who better to guide us than our very own Dr. Dilara Marinova-Vlacil, or as you know her - Dr. D! 🩺 As the colder months approach, Dr. D shares some practical and essential tips to help us and our children stay healthy and avoid those winter colds and flu: 🔸 Boost Your Immunity: Eat a balanced diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. 🍎🥦🍊 🔸 Stay Active: Regular physical activity boosts your immune system. Even short daily walks can make a big difference. 🏃♀️ 🔸 Keep Hydrated: Drinking enough water helps your body fight off infections. Remember, hydration is not just for summer! 💧 🔸 Get Plenty of Sleep: Rest is key to a strong immune system. Aim for at least 7-8 hours of sleep each night. 💤 🔸 Wash Hands Regularly: It’s simple but effective. Frequent handwashing is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of germs. 👐 🔸 Dress Warmly & Layer Up: Make sure you and your little ones are bundled up when heading out to prevent sudden chills. 🧣 🔸 Consider the Flu Vaccine: Getting vaccinated is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself and your family against the flu. It’s a small step that can make a big difference this winter. 💉 With Dr. D’s tips, let’s make this winter season a healthy one for all. After all, taking care of ourselves means we can better take care of those around us. 🌟 #DayOfTheBulgarianDoctor #HealthTips #DoctorD #OceanInvestments #OceanInvestmentsBulgaria
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💡 “The Mona Lisa of RegTech.” That’s how Stoyan Lozanov, founder of OMNIO, describes the company’s proprietary platform—and with good reason. From battling global financial crime to aiming for unicorn status by 2027/2028, OMNIO (part of Ocean Investments) is transforming compliance by blending AI, ML, and human insight. As Stoyan says, “While AI can innovate, it’s ultimately people who drive success.” At OMNIO, artificial and human intelligence work hand in hand. 👇 Here’s what you’ll discover in this exclusive interview for The Recursive: 🔹 How OMNIO is targeting unicorn status by expanding into the U.S., Singapore, and South Africa through partnerships and strategic growth 🔹 Why balancing AI-driven automation with emotional intelligence is key to their success 🔹 OMNIO’s innovative approach to tackling financial fraud and organized crime across the globe 🔹 The lessons Stoyan Lozanov learned from navigating challenges like managing time zones and building trust with clients face-to-face ✨ Curious how a Bulgarian company plans to change the future of RegTech? Read the full interview >>> https://buff.ly/3zSPMg5 P.S. Where do you see the future of RegTech heading? We’d love to hear your predictions! #RegTech #Compliance #Fintech #AI #MachineLearning #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Startups #OMNIO #OceanInvestments #Founders
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🌞 You’ve heard it before—“happy teams are productive teams,” right? But here’s the thing: we actually live by it at Ocean Investments. It’s not just a line on a poster or some HR talk. For us, happiness is a core value—one that keeps everything moving forward. On October 29, our very own Alexandra Metodieva, Ocean’s Happiness and Wellbeing Manager (aka the person who makes sure our smiles are real), is speaking at the Future of Work Summit 2024. She’ll be sharing how we’ve made happiness part of our DNA and why it’s key to building stronger, more resilient teams. 💪 Alex will be alongside industry leaders, digging into real strategies for boosting team wellbeing. Want to hear what really works? Tune in, whether you're at the event or watching online. It’s time to get serious about smiles. 😉 🔖 Save your spot now >>> https://lnkd.in/dZ3xZ3Cp P.S. What's something your company does that genuinely makes you happy? #FutureOfWork #FutureOfWorkSummit2024 #MentalHealth #Happiness #KEvents #OceanInvestments
🌞 Щастието, менталното здраве и удовлетвореността на хората в дадена компания са ключовият фундамент за продуктивност и прогрес. В днешната динамична среда на непрекъснати промени и нужда от адаптация, емоционалното състояние на служителите е разликата между една успешна и провалена организация. Кои са работещите политики за щастие и благосъстояние на екипите и как да бъдат приложени в организациите ще научим повече от: ☑ Alexandra Metodieva, мениджър "Щастие", Ocean Investments ☑ Stela Zlatkova, търговски директор, Lion's Head ☑ Kalin Gaidadjiev, ръководител на отдел "Човешки ресурси и Обучение", McDonald's ☑ Petya Dinolova, директор за международно бизнес развитие, Re:benefit ☑ Anna Gabrovska, ръководител "Хора и култура", Philip Morris Bulgaria 🔖 Запазете своето място на 29 октомври за 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 в Гранд Хотел Милениум София или онлайн => https://lnkd.in/dpTeHiyE #FututeofWorkSummit2024 #FutureofWork #MentalHealth #Happiness #KEvents
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On September 29, Business Park Sofia revved up in style, blending elegance with a passion for all things automotive! 🚗💨 We’re proud that Gravity Homes BG took center stage as one of the sponsors of this sleek event, drawing car enthusiasts from across the country. They showcased their innovative project nestled in the foothills of Vitosha, where nature’s beauty meets modern living in the Kambanite district. 🌿🏙️ ➡ Want to know more about Gravity Homes & Living? Head to their website: https://gravityhomes.bg/ P.S. What’s your idea of the perfect blend of nature and modern living? #Gravity #GravityHomesAndLiving #RealEstate #Innovation #Residential #Sustainability #Architecture #OceanInvestments
На 29-ти септември Бизнес парк София се превърна в елегантна сцена, на която се срещнаха изяществото и страстта към красивите автомобили! Gravity Homes & Living имаше честта да бъде сред спонсорите на това стилно събитие, събрало ценители на автомобилния свят от цялата страна. С гордост представихме нашия иновативен проект в полите на Витоша, район Камбаните, където красотата на природата се съчетава с модерния начин на живот. 🙏 Благодарим на организаторите за вдъхновяващото преживяване и на всички присъстващи, които допринесоха за неповторимата атмосфера! ➡ Научете повече за Gravity на нашия уебсайт! - https://lnkd.in/dRBacG2b #Gravity #GravityHomesAndLiving #RealEstate #Innovation #Residential #Sustainability #Architecture
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💡 How do we beat financial fraud? AMATAS took part in DIGI PAY 2024 on October 8th to tackle that exact question. Boris Goncharov, their CSO, moderated the panel "Practical Aspects of Preventing and Dealing with Financial Fraud," featuring experts from the fields of cybersecurity and finance. The focus? Instant payments and preventing fraud. AMATAS, as a leader in cybersecurity, also had a booth where they showcased their approach to protecting the financial sector from emerging threats. We're proud of the impact they’re making! P.S. What's your top concern when it comes to financial fraud? Drop your thoughts below! #DigiPay #FinancialFraud #Cybersecurity #FraudPrevention #AMATAS #OceanInvestments #CyberDefense #FintechSecurity #Finance
📣 What a day at the DIGI PAY 2024 Conference! It was a pleasure for AMATAS to be part of it today. Our CSO, Boris Goncharov, moderated a panel on "Practical Aspects of Preventing and Dealing with Financial Fraud", sparking insightful discussions on instant payments and the fight against fraud. It was an insightful day with valuable takeaways! Thank you to the DigiPay team for the seamless organization! #DigiPay #FinancialFraud #InstantPayments #AMATAS #TeamAMATAS
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🌐 Spotting the subtle signs of money laundering before it’s too late? Now that’s a skill worth sharing. On October 8th, Stoyan Lozanov, founder of OMNIO, took the stage at DIGI PAY 2024 to break down one of the most elusive crimes of our time: money laundering. 💸 From dissecting real-world cases to exposing the clever tactics criminals use to move dirty money undetected, he gave the audience a front-row seat to the darker side of global finance—and the role compliance plays in shutting these illegal operations down. We’re proud that OMNIO, one of our own, is leading the charge in making financial systems safer and smarter. 🔐 P.S. How confident are you in spotting the signs of money laundering? 👀 Let us know in the comments! #MoneyLaundering #Compliance #FinancialSecurity #FinancialCrime #DigiPay #OMNIO #OceanInvestments #AML
Talking about money laundering sounds like a movie plot. 𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞. At DIGI PAY 2024, I had the honor of being a guest lecturer, sharing insights on how this crime operates in the shadows. From real-world case studies to the latest red flags, we covered it all: How criminals move dirty money across borders. The methods they use to stay undetected. And the role compliance plays in shutting them down. 𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐲—𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐝𝐚𝐲. Thank you, DIGI PAY for the platform to share, learn, and take action.
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Founders, we need to talk. 49% of you are thinking about quitting your startup. And no, it’s not because your product isn’t great or your team isn’t talented. It’s because burnout is real—and it’s hitting harder than ever. 😓 Stress. Isolation. Endless pressure. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. In fact, most founders are feeling it too. But here’s the thing: there’s a way to handle it. 💡 This World Mental Health Day, we’re sharing a few strategies to help founders protect their mental health while keeping their business on track. Because taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your company. 🧠💼 ➡️ Curious? Swipe through for some founder-first tips to make sure you don’t burn out. P.S. What’s the one thing you wish someone told you about staying mentally strong as a founder? #WorldMentalHealthDay #Founders #Startups #Burnout #Resilience #Entrepreneurship #OceanInvestments #Leadership #Business