LEAD Network
Bulgaria Chapter

The LEAD Network Bulgaria Chapter promotes DEI in the country’s consumer goods and retail sectors by raising awareness, developing talent, and supporting inclusive leadership.

About the Bulgaria

The Bulgaria Chapter of LEAD Network was launched in November 2024 as part of the organisation’s mission to promote equality and diversity in the workplace, particularly within the fast-moving consumer goods and retail sectors. The establishment of LEAD Network Bulgaria Chapter was made possible with the support of several well-established companies in the country, including Prestige, Lidl Bulgaria, Fantastico Group, Nestlé Bulgaria, Coca-Cola HBC Bulgaria, Metro Bulgaria, Mondelēz Bulgaria, Cargill Bulgaria, Danone Bulgaria, EY Bulgaria, eBag, Yettel, and IKEA.

The main priorities of the Bulgaria Chapter have been shaped by input from its members. They focus on:

  • attracting new talent to the retail and consumer goods sectors,
  • supporting both career and personal development,
  • and raising overall awareness of DEI topics.

Chapter Co-chairs

Darina Stoyanova

CEO, Prestige 96 AD

Milena Dragijska-Dencheva

CEO, Lidl Bulgaria

Latest Activity

Upcoming Conference: 4 June 2025

A half-day conference dedicated to exploring the unique perspectives of different generations in the workplace held on 4 June 2025. Register here.

Access for All: Championing Inclusion

Our first event of 2025 saw a special international guest, Catarina Oliveira Fernandes, Head of Training, Development and Inclusion at MC Sonae. The panel discussion shared their practices and experiences in creating more accessible and inclusive jobs for people with disabilities.

LEAD Network Bulgaria Chapter Launch

The official event on the occasion of the opening of the LEAD Network Bulgaria Chapter brought together representatives from leading companies in our country, who supported its establishment. Among them are Lidl Bulgaria, Престиж-96 АД | Prestige-96 AD, Coca-Cola HBC, Fantastico Group / Фантастико Груп, Nestlé Bulgaria, METRO Bulgaria, Mondelēz International Bulgaria, Cargill Bulgaria, Danone Bulgaria, EY Bulgaria and eBag.

“LEAD Network brings together people and companies from different countries. This network gives us the opportunity to step away from the day-to-day business challenges and free from stereotypes, to look at the bigger picture. It allows us to reflect on what we can do to become better—for our teams, our customers, and society as a whole.”

Svetoslav Gavrilov, CEO, Fantastico Grup

Join the LEAD Network Bulgaria Chapter

Become a Member for free and join this Chapter to attend events, expand your network, and learn from other DEI advocates.

What are LEAD Network Chapters?

LEAD Network Chapters are regional and functional DEI groups that connect CPG and retail professionals. Open to all, they offer opportunities to learn, lead, and grow through networking, inspiration, and community. Become a Member of LEAD Network and browse our available Chapters.