Leadership
Boris Nikolov
CTOWith more than 15 years of professional experience, Boris has a solid technical background in software development / maintenance and IT projects for Dutch banking, German automotive, finance, pharmaceutical, and entertainment industries. Studied Informatics in Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” and New Bulgarian University. Team player and problem solver.
Kalina Tonkovska
Business Operations ManagerKalina has more than 5 years of experience in IT project management, e-commerce, and DLT, with a focus on new and developing markets. Kalina has a bachelor's in Psychology from New Bulgarian University. She is Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) certified and speaks English, French, and Chinese.
Martina Georgieva
Marketing Team LeadWith 5+ years of experience, Martina has a strong background in marketing, communications, and advertising. Martina’s Bachelor’s is in the field of Marketing from New Bulgarian University. She has specialised in Strategic marketing, Corporate and Organisational Strategy, and Software Engineering. Her passions include volunteer work, student initiatives, and entrepreneurship.
Petar Petkov
Operations ManagerSenior executive with 14+ years of experience in company management, project management, financial control, team management and customers relations. Proven track record of successful international and domestic IT projects in banking, real estate and other sectors.
Petko Karamotchev
CEOOne of the founders of the enterprise blockchain/ DLT consultancy and development company INDUSTRIA, Petko Karamotchev has 20 years of experience in financial services and enterprise IT. Holds degrees from the University of Portsmouth, UK and Cotrugli Business School, Croatia. Free-market advocate and part-time social theorist.
Richard Clegg
PartnerRichard is an investor in a number of innovative European and international technology companies. An equity partner at Wolf Theiss, he has particular career specialization and expertise working in - and with - the technology & regulation industries. He leads and negotiates regional and international transactions and projects for investors, owners, and entrepreneurs, including equity fundraising & ICOs, international partnerships & joint ventures, commercial & blockchain contracting, compliance, and structuring. Educated at UCL and INSEAD, Richard is a qualified solicitor in England & Wales and the Republic of Ireland.
Teodora Todorova
IT Project ManagerTeodora has more than 10 years of experience in the IT industry, ranging from software support, technical account management, presales, and project management. She is PMP© certified with experience in the leading of waterfall, agile, and hybrid projects. She has a technical educational background from the Technical University of Sofia. Interested in new technologies, professional and personal development, process improvement, and finding ways to work smarter, not harder.
Tsvetomira Gyaurova
HR SpecialistExperienced HR Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in different industries – HR companies, Offshore Professional Services, Recruitment, etc. She has 5+ years of experience and knows how to find the right people and processes for every company. Tsvetomira holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Sofia University.
Valentin Sabev
BFSI AdvisorRunning IT like a business, Valentin Sabev has a long career in the financial sector as CIO, CTO, and Head of Virtual bank. His professional career experience is in IT Management and Advisory: Governance, Compliance, Operations, and Risk. He is an MSc in Cybernetics and Management and a Ph.D. in Modeling and Automating of Business Administrative Procedures. Valentin holds a diploma in Bank Management (Switzerland). He aims to popularise the best technological practices and catalyse banking digitalisation to accomplish companies’ goals. He was a chairman of the IT committee at the Association of Banks in Bulgaria (11 years), a university lecturer, and an author of publications, representations, books, analyses, and more.
Venelin Stoykov
Head of EngineeringA true developer by heart. Software engineering and programming have been his profession for the past 8 years, and a hobby since he saw a computer for the first time back in the 90s. Holds degrees from Technical University in Sofia, Bulgaria and University of Library Studies and Information Technologies in Sofia, Bulgaria. Open Source believer and proponent.
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More About Us
The Company
We are a blockchain development company that tackles some of fintech’s most important issues.
Mission & Values
INDUSTRIA creates opportunities for success by providing quality technology solutions for organisations globally.