Eleonora Ivanova

Eleonora Ivanova is a recognized expert in cross-border economic cooperation, with more than two decades of experience in building sustainable business partnerships between Bulgaria and Romania. In 2003, she co-founded the Bulgarian-Romanian Chamber of Commerce (BRCC), one of the first bilateral business organizations in the region, and served as its Executive Director until early 2025. Under her leadership, the Chamber became a trusted platform for economic cooperation, bringing together more than 150 companies from both sides of the Danube. After stepping down from her role as Executive Director, Eleonora continues to contribute to the Chamber’s strategic development as Vice-Chair of the Board, focusing on international projects and partnerships. In parallel, she is the founder and managing partner of Fininfo.bg – a specialized online platform offering curated, up-to-date information on project funding opportunities and a network of partners for businesses, NGOs, and the public sector. Eleonora is an active member of the business community and a co-founder of BNI Prista – the first BNI chapter outside Sofia – and BNI Multinacional, the first export-oriented chapter within BNI Bulgaria, dedicated to international business expansion. She holds a postgraduate diploma in finance from Aberystwyth University, UK and a specialization from the Institute of Export and International Trade in London. She is recognized as one of the leading regional experts in business development, international project management, and cross-border cooperation.