On 26 November 2025, the FEBA Alumni Gala 2025 — the annual gala evening of the alumni community of the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration — took place in the “Sofia Grand” Hall of the Marinela Hotel. This year’s event was held in the context of celebrating the 35th anniversary of the faculty’s re-establishment within Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”. The event reaffirmed once again the role of the FEBA community as a cohesive, dynamically developing, and strategically significant network that brings together generations of economists, leaders, and professionals.

Organized by the Association of FEBA Alumni, the gala gathered representatives of the academic community, alumni from different generations, and partners from the business sector.

The event’s aim was to highlight the lasting connection between the faculty, its graduates, and the institutions they collaborate with, as well as to emphasize the importance of academic continuity, professional development, and modern economic expertise.

FEBA Alumni Gala 2025 was opened by:

• Prof. Chobanov – Founding Dean of FEBA
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Atanas Georgiev – Dean of FEBA
• Prof. Deyan Radev – Chair of the FEBA Alumni Association
• Adriana Branicheva – Executive Director and Vice-Chair of the Association

In their addresses, they emphasized the faculty’s development over the past decades, the role of the alumni community in expanding academic and professional horizons, and the need to maintain active dialogue between the university and the business environment.

The event was made possible thanks to the support of partners represented by faculty alumni, whose professional achievements reflect the high quality of economics education at FEBA.

Greetings were delivered by:

Momchil Pekov – Lead Engineer, Westinghouse;
Yordan Stankov – Manager, DMT Prime;
Nikolay Zhelyazov – Head of GBS Sofia, Global Business Service for Ottobock Group;
Martin Mirchev – Coca-Cola HBC Bulgaria.

The Association extends its gratitude to the partners supporting FEBA Alumni Gala 2025:

Diamond Partner:
• Westinghouse

Gold Partner:
• DMT Prime Ltd.

Silver Partners:
• Ottobock
• UniCredit Bulbank
• Coca-Cola HBC Careers

Their participation underscores the importance of sustainable partnerships in the development of the academic ecosystem and the involvement of the business sector in educational initiatives.

The gala evening provided an opportunity for alumni from different generations to meet, exchange ideas, and discuss trends in economic education, entrepreneurship, and corporate practice. In informal conversations, participants shared experiences and visions contributing to the growth of the community and its stronger connection with the academic environment.

On the eve of the gala, guests took part in a charity raffle organized to establish a scholarship supporting FEBA students. The initiative received exceptional interest, once again demonstrating the social engagement and solidarity that distinguish the FEBA Alumni community.

Partners supporting the raffle with their elegant gifts included: Kings Valley, Alfa Resort Thermal Chiflika, La Rose – Art and Wine, Sofia Mel, Salty Fantasy, and Flower in a Test Tube. Their contribution added to the event’s prestigious and noble atmosphere, highlighting the importance of corporate responsibility and joint efforts in supporting young talent.

FEBA Alumni Gala 2025 reaffirmed the significance of the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration as an institution with longstanding contribution to the development of economic science and business practice in Bulgaria. The event underscored the importance of the alumni community as a key factor for the faculty’s sustainable development and its growing influence in society.

The FEBA Alumni Association extends its deep gratitude to all alumni whose presence, support, and engagement continue to strengthen the power, spirit, and reputation of our community. Thank you for being an essential part of the achievements of the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration and FEBA Alumni Club — today, over the past years, and in all that lies ahead.