Tzvetelina Bonova (Lina)

Lina Bonova has a diverse work experience spanning multiple organizations and sectors. Tzvetelina "Lina" currently serves as the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at Water.org, where they lead revenue growth and marketing efforts to address the global water crisis. Lina previously worked at CARE, where they held roles such as AVP of Resource Development and Executive Director for the Northeast Region. Tzvetelina "Lina" also served as the Director of Major Gifts and Development Operations at the American Jewish World Service (AJWS) and as the Director of Development at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Lina's early career includes positions at UNICEF, the International Committee of the Red Cross, UNHCR, and Avocats sans frontieres where they held various program and management roles. Overall, Lina's work experience demonstrates their expertise in revenue generation, development operations, and program management within the nonprofit and humanitarian sectors.

Tzvetelina "Lina" Bonova completed their high school education at Lycée Français, where they studied French Language and Literature. Tzvetelina "Lina" then pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Corporate Law and Economics at Université Côte d'Azur from 1996 to 2001.

In 2001, they continued their education at Aix-Marseille University, where they obtained a Master's degree (LL.M) with a focus on International Law and Human Rights. Tzvetelina "Lina" also earned another Master's degree (LL.M) from the same university in 2002-2003, specializing in International Humanitarian Aid and Humanitarian Law.

In 2007, Bonova received a certificate in Integrated Marketing Communication for Behavioral Impact in Health and Social Development from New York University. Tzvetelina "Lina" later pursued their Master of Business Administration (MBA) at NYU Stern School of Business from 2015 to 2017, specializing in Leadership, Sustainable Business and Innovation, and Strategy.

Bonova has also obtained additional certifications throughout their career. In 2007, they received a Certificate in Integrated Marketing Communication for Behavioral Impact in Health and Social Development from New York University. In 2012, they became a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) through CFRE International.