Ilian Kodzhahristov

Ilian Kodzhahristov is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in product management, entrepreneurship, and e-commerce. Currently serving as Product Manager at Appolica since February 2024, Ilian collaborates with startup founders to materialize innovative concepts. As Content Creator and Local Partner at R-GOL.com since July 2021, Ilian contributed to the site's transformation into a leading platform for football goods in Bulgaria. As Co-Founder and CEO of Push Marketplace, achievements include creating one of the most downloaded applications in the Bulgarian App Store, amassing over 150,000 users and processing more than 25,000 orders. Previously founded Pushop, a second-hand online store with a turnover exceeding BGN 200,000, and served as E-commerce Manager at Econt Express, where numerous new functionalities and products were introduced. Experience also includes training over 1,500 employees as Product Retail Coach at adidas and leading a successful outlet team. Educational credentials include a Master's degree in Marketing Management and a degree in Human Resources Development from the University of National and World Economy.