Beyond the Code: Meet the Bulgarian Software Sector (a Web Summit side event)
Bulgaria’s software sector is no longer a hidden gem — it’s a driving force behind some of the most advanced solutions in AI, fintech, defense, cybersecurity, gaming, and enterprise tech.
Join us for an exclusive side event at Web Summit, where top Bulgarian software companies meet global investors, startup founders, and corporate leaders to spark cross-border collaborations.
What to expect:
Showcase: Meet the visionaries building globally competitive products from Bulgaria
Insights: Understand why Bulgaria is consistently ranked among Europe’s most competitive IT destinations
Opportunities: Build partnerships, explore outsourcing and R&D potential, and tap into one of Europe’s most skilled engineering talent pools
Who should attend:
Corporate innovation leaders, scale-up founders, and decision-makers looking to access top-tier software expertise.
Partners
This event is made possible through the collaboration of:
The Bulgarian SME Promotion Agency (BSMEPA) – The national body supporting the international growth of Bulgaria’s small and medium-sized enterprises, fostering trade missions, and connecting Bulgarian companies to global markets.
The Recursive – A leading CEE-focused media and ecosystem builder, amplifying the stories of founders, investors, and innovators shaping the region’s future.
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Agenda
02:05 -02:25 Panel Discussion: Nearshoring and the New Geography of Global Tech Growth
- Shahin Rezvani - Business Development @Mobile Wave Solutions
- Viktoria Georgieva - Business Development Partner @Pontica Solutions
- Dilyana Haralanova - COO @The Recursive (Moderator)
02:25 -03:30 Networking