Elena Nikolova

Elena Nikolova's work experience includes their current role as a Community Manager at CEO Angels Club, where they are responsible for member recruiting, relations, and event organization. Elena is also a Community Manager at Ekipat na Sofia, where they help gather individuals and organizations dedicated to improving the city. Elena is the Co-founder and Ambassador of ESCREO - Workplace Productivity & Collaboration Solutions, where they previously served as the Chief Marketing Officer. Elena has also been involved in the Curation Process, Speakers Coaching, and as a Co-organizer at TEDxVitosha COUNTDOWN. Elena has worked as an Entrepreneur in Residence at Founder Institute and as a Guest Webinar Speaker in the WomenGopreneurs4Change Program at Escuela de Organización Industrial. In addition, they have served as a Mentor at Teenovator, an Entrepreneur in Residence in Vietnam, and as a YTILI Fellow at the German Marshall Fund of the United States. Elena is a member of the Association of Bulgarian Leaders and Entrepreneurs.

Elena Nikolova's education history is as follows:

Elena Nikolova attended Georgetown University Walsh School of Foreign Service in 2022, where they completed the Georgetown Leadership Seminar. Elena also participated in the Babson College Summer entrepreneurship program in 2013. Prior to that, they pursued a Master's Degree in European project management at Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski from 2011 to 2013. In 2010 to 2012, they obtained a qualification as an Assistant in the International department from the Centre for Educational Services at Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski. Elena Nikolova earned their Bachelor's Degree in International Relations from Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski in 2007 to 2011.

Additionally, Elena Nikolova has acquired several certifications, including "Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success" from Imperial College London through Coursera in June 2022. Elena also completed the "Be a Great Mentor: A Practical Guide to Mentorship" course from Udemy in February 2021. Elena Nikolova obtained a certification in "Communication & Listening" through JULIAN TREASURE LIMITED in September 2020. In July 2020, they completed a "Writing Skills" course from wordborn. Furthermore, they acquired a certification in "Modern Art & Ideas" through Coursera in May 2020. In February 2020, Elena Nikolova completed the "Innovation and Creative Thinking" course provided by PwC Bulgaria. Elena also holds a certification as a "Microsoft Excel Expert" from New Horizons Computer Learning Centers since November 2019. Elena Nikolova participated in the "Dare to Scale | Growth Program" organized by Endeavor in September 2019. Additionally, they have completed a "Conflict Management the Shaolin Way" certification provided by PwC Bulgaria in March 2018.

Furthermore, Elena Nikolova obtained a certification in "Project Management" from Pro Team Consult in 2013. Elena also completed a "Presentation and communication skills" certification provided by Likora ltd. in 2012. In October 2011, they earned a Diploma for Level C1 of Spanish Language (CEFR) from Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski", and in February 2010, they achieved a B1.1 Level of Spanish Language certification from the Instituto Cervantes. Elena Nikolova's earliest certification is the "Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)" from the University of Cambridge, obtained in 2005.