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Conference Agenda
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08:30–09:20 | Registration & Morning Networking
09:20-10:00 | Chair’s Welcome & Opening Keynote
- Setting the tone: why HR is now the engine of strategic transformation.
Conference Chair:
Marina Takacs, Head of People, Oganization and Culture, Bosch Digital
10:00–10:20 | Presentation: How to build adaptable, resilient, and people-first organisations through culture transformation
Reframing HR as architects of growth and belonging'
Speaker:
Boyka Docheva, Country HR Leader, IBM
10:20-11:05| Leaders Panel: Culture, Trust & Performance: Aligning Strategy with Humanity
- Purpose-driven environments by giving employees choice and autonomy in their benefits
- A stronger employee experience, connected to well-being, financial empowerment, and daily life- Data and personalization that align strategic intent (retention, motivation) with human needs
Panel Chair & Moderator: Korneliya Veneva, Regional HR Lead, MSG Global
Veselina Stoycheva, Director People Experience, Avenga
Dessy Miroslavova, People Development Specialist, FICOSOTA
Plamen Vasilev, Chief People Officer at Holcim and Executive Board Member at BAPM
Daria Topalova, Senior People & Culture Director, Playtech
11:05-11:30 | Coffee Break & Networking
Explore new tools at the Partner expo floor
11:30-11:50 | From Strawberrys to Success
Redefining workplace wellbeing with SoFoods
Speaker:
Stoyan Andreev, Owner and Managing Director, SoFoods
11:50-12:10 | Case Study Talk: From Legacy to Learning Culture A Transformation Journey
- A real world transformation of up skilling, mobility, and internal engagement
Speaker:
Mila Valkova, Head of HR, ProCredit Bank
12:10-12:40 | Global Hiring Trends 2025: Insights to Empower People and Culture Strategies
Speaker:
Vassil Pavlov, Managing Partner, Antal International
12:40-13:40 | Networking Lunch
13:40-14:20 | Fireside Chat: Founders & People Leaders: Building Culture-First Companies
Culture at scale: Building with Intention
- How high-growth companies maintain strong cultures through expansion
- Practical people strategies from start-up to enterprises
Hosted and moderated by: Antonio Grigorov, General Manager, Paragon HR
Hristina Dobrinovich, Global Director, People Team, DRONAMICS
Boryana Pesso, Director of Talent Acquisition, Delasport
14:20-15:00 | Workshop: The ART of Powerful Questions
- How to create effective and transformative conversations
Speaker:
Mahdi Bavandpour, HR and Leadership Development Consultant, SPI Training & Consultancy
15:00-15:25 | Afternoon Coffee Break
Recharge and visit the experience booths
15:25-15:45 | Sponsored presentation: Introducing Womeno
Speaker:
Anna Grozdanova, Womeno
15:45-16:20 | Panel: AI with a Human Touch
HR + AI: Smarter, Not Colder
- How to implement etchical AI in hiring, learning, and engagement
- Real case studies, lessons, and people-first practices
Panel Chair & Moderator: Branislava Yovich, Head of People, Kasha
Rumyana Kaludova, Global Recruiting Business Partner, HP
Milka Racheva, Director HR, Lirex
Marina Takacs, Head of People, Oganization and Culture, Bosch Digital
Vanesa Zlatanova, Senior TA, AppGreat
16:20-17:00 | Panel: Next Gen: Gen Z & Alpha: What Tomorrow’s Talent Wants Today
- Flexibility, belonging, career growth, and authentic leadership
Panel Chair & Moderator: Sanya Milcheva, Executive Director, People and Culture, Remix
Sevina Genova, HR Professional/Leader recommended by Gen Z
Asya Nikolova, Head of People, Culture and Happiness, Balkan Services
Monica Simeonova, Senior Manager, Human Resources, Dynamo Software
17:00 | Closing remarks - end of HR Innovator People & Culture
See the complete list of speakers and their professional bios here!
Want to join as a delegate? Book your pass today!
Interested in exhibiting, sponsoring, or getting involved? Contact us via the contact form.
Disclaimer: The event organizer reserves the right to make changes to the agenda, including but not limited to the schedule, speakers, topics, and session formats, at any time without prior notice. These changes may be necessary to ensure the best possible experience for all attendees. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
09:20-10:00 | Chair’s Welcome & Opening Keynote
- Setting the tone: why HR is now the engine of strategic transformation.
Conference Chair:
Marina Takacs, Head of People, Oganization and Culture, Bosch Digital
10:00–10:20 | Presentation: How to build adaptable, resilient, and people-first organisations through culture transformation
Reframing HR as architects of growth and belonging'
Speaker:
Boyka Docheva, Country HR Leader, IBM
10:20-11:05| Leaders Panel: Culture, Trust & Performance: Aligning Strategy with Humanity
- Purpose-driven environments by giving employees choice and autonomy in their benefits
- A stronger employee experience, connected to well-being, financial empowerment, and daily life- Data and personalization that align strategic intent (retention, motivation) with human needs
Panel Chair & Moderator: Korneliya Veneva, Regional HR Lead, MSG Global
Veselina Stoycheva, Director People Experience, Avenga
Dessy Miroslavova, People Development Specialist, FICOSOTA
Plamen Vasilev, Chief People Officer at Holcim and Executive Board Member at BAPM
Daria Topalova, Senior People & Culture Director, Playtech
11:05-11:30 | Coffee Break & Networking
Explore new tools at the Partner expo floor
11:30-11:50 | From Strawberrys to Success
Redefining workplace wellbeing with SoFoods
Speaker:
Stoyan Andreev, Owner and Managing Director, SoFoods
11:50-12:10 | Case Study Talk: From Legacy to Learning Culture A Transformation Journey
- A real world transformation of up skilling, mobility, and internal engagement
Speaker:
Mila Valkova, Head of HR, ProCredit Bank
12:10-12:40 | Global Hiring Trends 2025: Insights to Empower People and Culture Strategies
Speaker:
Vassil Pavlov, Managing Partner, Antal International
12:40-13:40 | Networking Lunch
13:40-14:20 | Fireside Chat: Founders & People Leaders: Building Culture-First Companies
Culture at scale: Building with Intention
- How high-growth companies maintain strong cultures through expansion
- Practical people strategies from start-up to enterprises
Hosted and moderated by: Antonio Grigorov, General Manager, Paragon HR
Hristina Dobrinovich, Global Director, People Team, DRONAMICS
Boryana Pesso, Director of Talent Acquisition, Delasport
14:20-15:00 | Workshop: The ART of Powerful Questions
- How to create effective and transformative conversations
Speaker:
Mahdi Bavandpour, HR and Leadership Development Consultant, SPI Training & Consultancy
15:00-15:25 | Afternoon Coffee Break
Recharge and visit the experience booths
15:25-15:45 | Sponsored presentation: Introducing Womeno
Speaker:
Anna Grozdanova, Womeno
15:45-16:20 | Panel: AI with a Human Touch
HR + AI: Smarter, Not Colder
- How to implement etchical AI in hiring, learning, and engagement
- Real case studies, lessons, and people-first practices
Panel Chair & Moderator: Branislava Yovich, Head of People, Kasha
Rumyana Kaludova, Global Recruiting Business Partner, HP
Milka Racheva, Director HR, Lirex
Marina Takacs, Head of People, Oganization and Culture, Bosch Digital
Vanesa Zlatanova, Senior TA, AppGreat
16:20-17:00 | Panel: Next Gen: Gen Z & Alpha: What Tomorrow’s Talent Wants Today
- Flexibility, belonging, career growth, and authentic leadership
Panel Chair & Moderator: Sanya Milcheva, Executive Director, People and Culture, Remix
Sevina Genova, HR Professional/Leader recommended by Gen Z
Asya Nikolova, Head of People, Culture and Happiness, Balkan Services
Monica Simeonova, Senior Manager, Human Resources, Dynamo Software
17:00 | Closing remarks - end of HR Innovator People & Culture
See the complete list of speakers and their professional bios here!
Want to join as a delegate? Book your pass today!
Interested in exhibiting, sponsoring, or getting involved? Contact us via the contact form.
Disclaimer: The event organizer reserves the right to make changes to the agenda, including but not limited to the schedule, speakers, topics, and session formats, at any time without prior notice. These changes may be necessary to ensure the best possible experience for all attendees. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
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