Follow Up: The Great British Charity Quiz Vol. 5: The Christmas Edition

On 4 December, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Bulgaria (The Award), in partnership with the British Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce (BBCC) and the British Embassy in Sofia, hosted the 5th Great British Charity Quiz.

H.E. Mr Nathaniel Copsey, British Ambassador to Bulgaria, graciously welcomed guests to the British Residence in Sofia for this special event. H.E. Copsey and Tony McMurray, Chair of the Award’s Honorary Trust entered the role of quizmasters!

The night was filled with laughter, a little bit of competitiveness and lots of interesting quiz questions. Alongside the quiz, guests were welocme to participate in a charity raffle and silent auction featuring exciting prizes, generously donated by partners and supporters of the Award in Bulgaria.

PwC’s Academy presents the CIMA CFO training programme. Attending this training will allow participants to get the most widely held management accounting designation in the world – Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).  

The CIMA CFO programme is open to:  

• CFOs, CEOs and senior management who have previously worked in finance 
• Candidates who hold membership of a recognised professional accounting body, a finance related degree or an MBA/Masters in Accounting 
• Professionals with at least 10 years experience in finance or business functions 

Under this fast-track programme, candidates will only take one exam – the Strategic Case Study. Successful completion of the exam will allow direct entry to CIMA membership and awarding of the CIMA designation.  

Application deadline: 4^th February 2026  
Language: English 
Format: Live-online You can find more information and contact PwC’s Academy here: https://www.pwc.bg/en/pwc-academy/portfolio/accounting-and-finance/cima-cfo.html

30% off the first monthly fee for M3’s communication services in case of a one-year contract; 

30% off any course at M3 College, the leading practical training centre for personal and professional growth.

M3 is here Made for You – to ensure your remarkable success and proper visibility in 2026 and beyond.

Just click below to ask for M3’s offer tailored to your business needs:

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Applications for Beyond pre-accelerator – Season 7 are now open

This cohort focuses on medtech, longevity and well-being startups and aspiring entrepreneurs committed to healthcare innovation. The program is designed to transform research-driven ideas into real-world solutions.

Beyond equips founders with the tools, expertise, and access required to bring clinically-validated technologies to patients, providers, and health systems faster and safer.

What participants get?

Built for healthcare realities: Rigorous, structured launch model aligned with clinical, regulatory, and operational standards.

Expert Mentorship: Access to senior clinicians, researchers, and industry operators who help ensure quality, safety, and adoption.

Pathways to scale: Corporate pilot opportunities, global network reach, and applied validation environments.

Funding readiness: Warm investor introductions, non-dilutive options, and pilot budgets that accelerate progress.

Technical acceleration: Support for prototyping, integrations, and testing in real-world healthcare settings.

Credibility & recognition: Awards (+5k BGN financial prize) and milestones that strengthen trust with partners, patients, and institutions

We believe in developing solutions that matter. If you’re building for patient outcomes, clinical efficiency, or improved population health, we encourage you to join Beyond.

Apply here.

As the holiday season approaches, SeeNext has prepared a practical gift for BBCC members who need to monitor key developments within the renewable energy industry globally – with RenewablesNow.com – or the energy markets in Southeast Europe – with SeeNews.com.

SeeNext are offering BBCC members a 40% discount on annual subscriptions, lowering the price to €15.6 per month for Renewables Now and €18.25 per month for SeeNews.

Plus, both news websites allow you to build a personalised daily or weekly newsletter around your specific interests – so you receive only the updates that matter most to your markets, technologies or investment strategies.

To reduce the price of our subscription plans, simply use the codes*:

• HOREN40 on RenewablesNow.com/Subscription
• HODAY40 on SeeNews.com/Subscription

*just remove any pre-applied code with the x

The discount will be active until January 31, 2026. If you are planning your information needs for 2026, this is a good moment to secure full access at a lower price.

Furthermore, you will also receive a 10% discount for one or two-page interview/article positioning in the forthcoming Renewable Energy in Southeast Europe study, planned for March 2026 if you confirm your participation by January 21, 2026 (please find attached the calendar for the rest of the studies).

For more information:

Kremena Palyonova-Schwartz

+359 888 264 040

The holiday season is a time for gratitude, inspiration, and new opportunities. This year, Sales Spot is dedicated to sharing our spirit by offering special gifts exclusively to BBCC members. They firmly believe that sustainable success is built upon strong professional connections and partnerships, and we want to empower yours.

This is the perfect holiday incentive for a stronger, more successful start to the New Year.

Your Exclusive Holiday Gifts

• Complimentary 60-Minute Expert Consultation

Receive personalized, one-on-one guidance directly from our team on critical business areas, including:

• Optimizing your Sales or Marketing processes.
• Updating your Sales Playbook.
• Developing a business strategy for a new service, and more.
• 20% Discount on a Sales Spot Package

Enjoy a 20% discount on any chosen service package from our comprehensive sales and marketing portfolio.

• View and select your preferred services here: Our Services Portfolio

How to Claim Your Offer

1. Fill out our contact form and specify the service or consultation you have chosen here: Contact Us
2. A Sales Spot representative will contact you shortly to finalize the details and book your service.

This exclusive offer is valid until February 28, 2026.

On November 13, 2026 TEDxVitosha has been honoured with the prestigious 3rd place award in the category “Inspiring Initiative for Diversity, Equality and Inclusion in the Workplace” – presented by the Council of Women in Business in Bulgaria (CWBB) in partnership with the European Investment Bank (EIB). This recognition highlights the team’s long-standing commitment to fostering an open and inclusive community, not limited by prejudice or assumptions.

As Bulgaria’s leading TED-licensed platform, TEDxVitosha has consistently advanced policies that promote inclusion and diversity: engaging students & pensioners, people with disabilities – both as delegates and as speakers, members of socially and economically vulnerable groups, as well as representatives of various cultural, religious and ethnic communities. In October 2025, with the support of many corporate partners, 150 individuals were given the opportunity to attend TEDxVitosha COUNTDOWN 6 and engage with its “ideas that change everything”.

The award stands as a strong affirmation of TEDxVitosha’s ongoing efforts to cultivate a positive attitude towards equal opportunities and active civic participation. The platform serves as a catalyst for meaningful dialogue, as an inspiration for all other event organizers, as well as a bridge between diverse communities. We know that we can transform and upgrade diversity into a source of powerful new development and significant positive impact.

Join us for what comes next!

TEDxVitosha: OUTLIERS will take place on March 7th, 2026 (Saturday) in Azaryan Theatre (Hall 2), National Palace of Culture.
Tickets are now available at special First supporters price until November 30th.

Secure your seat here: https://tedxvitosha.com/page/outliers-2026#tickets

Let’s continue shaping the future together.

A CIPD qualification will help you develop key HR knowledge and skills and gain professional recognition in the workplace. PwC’s Academy is offering 2 levels of the qualification:  

• CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management – Level 5 
• CIPD Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management – Level 7 

Based on your professional experience and development goals, you can choose the option that best suits your aim and supports your growth. PwC’s Academy is an approved study center for CIPD qualifications and our CIPD tutors are leading HR consultants who are all certified and possess extensive teaching and interpersonal skills.  

Attending the programme with PwC’s Academy will give you the opportunity to benefit from PwC’s global network and its accumulated knowledge and applied practice, to ensure that you bring the highest value to your business. 

For more information, please visit the link below, or contact PwC’s Academy at bg_pwcacademy@pwc.com  

https://www.pwc.bg/en/pwc-academy/portfolio/HR.html

This festive season, Malone Group are delighted to offer fellow BBCC members an exclusive opportunity to enhance asset reliability and energy efficiency.

Here’s what’s included at no initial cost:

1. Free Site Visit
   Malone Group’s specialists will visit your premises for a 1 day review of your requirements and understand your operational needs.
2. Initial Findings Report
   A concise report outlining where sensors can deliver the greatest value.
3. Sensor Deployment
   Supply and installation of six wireless IoT sensors for an agreed trial period to monitor performance/energy  usage.
4. Outcome Review & Next Steps
   At the end of the trial, we will sit down with you to discuss the findings and outline strategies to realise long-term benefits.

This is a fantastic opportunity to experience the benefits of Wireless IoT Sensors without upfront investment.

Interested?

Get in touch to schedule your free site visit: Ivan Ivanov (ivan.ivanov@malonegroup.com)

Let Malone Group make your operations more reliable and cost-efficient this Christmas!

This year, step out of the everyday script and into a classic tale of festive wonder at Grand Hotel Sofia. The holidays are meant to be a cherished chapter, not just a fleeting moment.

From the elegant comfort of our suites to the exquisite flavours of our holiday feasts, every detail here is a carefully chosen word in your personal Festive Chronicles 2025.

Make this chapter the most memorable one yet.

Check out the Festive Chronicles and experience the magic of Christmas and New Year with us. https://bit.ly/festive-chronicles-bbcc