The season of entrepreneurial success continues—with innovation, dedication, and a vision for the future.
On April 9, student teams from Prof. Ivan Apostolov Private Language School took part in the regional round of the Student Company competition organized by JA Bulgaria. The young entrepreneurs showcased creativity, confidence, and excellent preparation, impressing both the jury and the audience. We are proud of all the participants and are excited to announce that five of our teams are advancing to the finals of the national competition—the youth business forum “Rising Stars”, which will be held in the city of Burgas.
Finalists:
Bio Bliss
Idea: Button-type batteries made from organic waste and plastics – developed with the support of researchers from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.
Team: Sofia Nikolova, Viktoria Koleva, Aleksandra Klyaneva
Mentor: Nelina Stankova
Enerquartz
Idea: Innovative sand battery for industrial and household use.
Team: Vasil Balakchiev, Georgi Shtarbev, Petar Bozhkov, Georgi Somov, Boyan Miloshov, Samuil Peshev
Pump Ice
Idea: Protein ice cream enriched with creatine, collagen, and other supplements, designed for people with an active lifestyle.
Team: Danail Stavrev, Viktor Grigorov, Plamen Ferdov, Andrey Hristov, Sergen Yuseinov, Dimo Kolev, Matey Vakavliev
Colibre
Idea: AI-powered mobile app for personal financial consultations targeted at young people.
Team: Anna Moneva, Nia Gospodinova, Karina Kraleva, Nikolay Lanzov, Ali Shahuan, Eva Dolapchieva
Elevate X
Idea: A platform for supporting young startups – for developing or selling innovative ideas.
Team: Viktoria Alexieva, Momchil Dimov, Dimitar Zhekov, Yulita Baleva, Emanuela Boneva, Maria Bozhkova, Georgi Andonov
Mentor: Gergana Kuzmanova – with special thanks for her dedication and professional guidance, which was key to the team’s success.
Congratulations also to teams Lucidly and TheCynophaedia, who delivered strong presentations and continue to develop their ideas with ambition and persistence.
What’s next?
Up next is participation in the European online competition Gen-E, including a virtual booth and applications for international awards. The national final – the youth business forum “Rising Stars” – will be held in Burgas on May 31 and June 1. Preparations will be intense!
