Meet the Team

Tina is an expert in talent acquisition, known for her natural innovation and formidable business savvy. With 35 years of business experience in The Netherlands, Tina understands exactly how to get things done and serves as a consistent source of knowledge and inspiration for her team and clients. She is also a walking repository of brilliant HR anecdotes.

Now at a stage in her career where she can mentor others, Tina is dedicated to passing on her expertise to the next generation of professionals. Most impressively, she has also raised the world’s most energetic dog (aka the Blue Lynx Barketing Manager) and is currently busy opening Blue Lynx offices around the globe. Her warmth and energy light up any room, and she loves nothing more than sharing a good laugh with close friends.

Toine has over 20 years of commercial experience in a wide variety of branches. His work made him travel the world and do business in different cultures. Toine lives in The Netherlands but travels to Bulgaria often to meet with the teams, clients and the local restaurants in Sofia and Varna. He joined the team to support Blue Lynx during the phase of rapid international expansion. Building international organizations and sales teams is his passion. He calls himself “Doctor Tony” when it comes to finding solutions to difficult challenges. Toine can think 7 steps ahead and speaks Dutch, English, German and is learning Spanish. He loves the good team vibe within Blue Lynx and never misses the team parties. Toine loves his classic motorcycle, playing the piano, singing karaoke and cooking for his family and close friends.

Meet Teodora, a dynamic professional who began her career journey at Blue Lynx as an eager intern in 2015. With a passion for recruitment and a talent for matching job seekers with their ideal positions, Teodora quickly rose through the ranks. Starting as a Recruitment Manager, she is now a Commercial Director, leading our company with dedication, expertise, and enthusiasm. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Teodora loves travelling and spending time with her family and loved ones. A leader in business and an adventurer in her personal life, Teodora embodies positivity in all she does.

Tisha is experienced in Sales and Administration and her journey at Blue Lynx started back in 2019. Driven by the dedication to help people, she takes pride in empowering her colleagues and supporting multiple departments with various tasks. In addition to her primary job functions, Tisha has been recognized by her co-workers for her extraordinary commitment to Excel spreadsheets, coffee and craft beer.

With a passion for business development, Kaloyan proudly leads the recruitment efforts at Blue Lynx. With over 8 years of HR experience, he provides leadership across various teams and sectors. His approach focuses on understanding the unique needs of clients and candidates to ensure the perfect match. At Blue Lynx, Kaloyan oversees a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional service, believing that the right people are the key to every organization’s success.

After two and a half year break from Blue Lynx, Ernesto has returned to once again be part of the Blue Lynx family as he believes the vibe, the great teamwork, the opportunity to grow, learn and make a positive difference are truly captivating. Ernesto is a work-hard, play-hard individual. He's known for going the extra mile for his colleagues, friends and loved ones. He's easy-going and friendly but also totally target-driven in his work. He likes unwinding and celebrating the company's success with a drink with colleagues at the end of the week. His hobbies include BBQ-ing, crafting model boats, and hunting down the best designer clothes at the best price!

Radina is the Finance Manager at Blue Lynx and loves helping people getting their numbers straight. To. The. Cent. This has been her main focus since 2014 while working in the finance field for the Australian and the UK markets. She's a person with a strong sense of responsibility and is always happy to be of help. The light form of OCD and love for accuracy only add up to her character and help her grow in the world of numbers and excel sheets. Radina loves dancing and listening to music. It might not show every time, but she always has a song in her head. Going to rock concerts or dance festivals is always fun. Her other hobbies include travelling, going to the beach, hiking and camping. In the not so good weather, she loves being with her friends, playing charades and having a laugh.

Yordan is a results-driven and a distinguished team player who has been a professional athlete for over 10 years while pursuing one Bachelor and two Master Degrees, one of which in The Netherlands. After finishing his studies, he joined the team of Blue Lynx with passion and ambition to connect talented people with the right opportunities. With previous experience in HR and Recruitment, he is one of our motivated Recruitment Consultants on board. He is passionate, aspiring and determined and is greatly interested in different cultures, exploring the world with his family and is speaking four languages. Yordan is passionate for healthy living, sports and leading people towards their better selves. His biggest strengths are his thoughtfulness, attention to detail and his ability to understand others. Outside of the workplace, you can find him reading a book or playing sports.

With a decade of HR and project management experience, Ivelin manages the recruitment team in Bulgaria. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Corporate Economics and Business Management, he also advises stakeholders on HR policies. Previously excelling as a Senior Consultant and Project Manager, he showcased strong HR consulting, project management, and communication skills. Passionate about aiding individuals and organisations, he prioritises diversity, collaboration, and innovation.

Andrea, a passionate recruitment consultant, is dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with the right opportunities. With a background in leadership and recruitment, she thrives on teamwork and supporting career growth. Her positive mindset and love for challenges lead her to believe that every obstacle is an opportunity for growth. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, experiencing new cultures, and spending time with her family and friends.

Ivan graduated from the University of Essex with a bachelor's in Business Marketing and Management going home to Bulgaria he discovered the world of Executive Search. His ability for complex problem-solving and “go-getter” mentality exposed him to Senior Executive roles in automotive, plastics, nuclear energy, oil and gas, chemicals, performance materials, scientific instrumentation, and others on a global scale. He has developed quickly as a competent negotiator and storyteller leveraging his experience in the creation of new approaches to the industry. As a Senior Executive Search Consultant at Blue Lynx Ivan is working with our team on creating a new approach to executive search. Ivan devotes his free time to reading, writing, and downhill biking when things get too stale.

Aneliya is always happy to support and assist, bringing years of administrative management knowledge and experience working in a multi-cultural environment. Vibrant, committed, self-driven and disciplined, she manages all business fundamentals with enthusiasm, expertise and dedication ensuring office operations run effectively and efficiently. She loves helping people, developing projects and DIY things.

Silviya joined Blue Lynx in 2019 and is currently one of our Senior Recruitment Consultants. She has been living and working in the Hague for many years, which gave her valuable insight into the Dutch culture. Having recently relocated back to Bulgaria, she is now part of the Sofia team and is focused on recruitment projects for the whole European market. Apart from talent acquisition, she is also consulting clients on contracting services for the Dutch market. Silviya’s main goal is to make the recruitment process for candidates easy and enjoyable, and to support hiring managers in building successful teams. Outside of the office, Silviya loves travelling, baking and chocolate.

Prolet entered the field of Recruitment over 10 years ago, and since then, she has developed a range of diverse interests. She finds joy in exploring the intricacies of psychology, enjoying nature's beauty, and cherishing quality time with friends and family. She believes in infusing passion and purpose into everything she does, striving for excellence while fostering meaningful connections along the way.

Iskren is a recruiter with over 7 years of experience, known for his passion and dedication to helping people find new career opportunities. He’s committed to making the recruitment process enjoyable and positive for both candidates and clients, while also focusing on building strong, lasting relationships. Outside of work, he values spending quality time with his family and staying active through sports. He’s also an avid cook, using it as a creative outlet and a way to share meals with loved ones. Plus, he’s a dog lover, always finding joy and companionship in their company.

Simona is an energetic and analytical individual, always seeking logic in everything. She is always ready to help and looks for solutions to every problem with a tolerant and understanding approach. In her work, she is meticulous and strives for everything to be done in the best way possible. Nature, psychology books, dogs, and painting bring her calm and help recharge her energy. Recruitment is her passion, and connecting businesses with the right people gives her real satisfaction. She continuously aims to add value in her interactions, both professionally and personally.

Monika has worked in the human resource/recruitment industry for 5 years. The main reason to start her professional development in recruiting is that she loves meeting new people and she believes that you can learn something new from every person you meet. As a Recruitment Consultant, she is passionate about assisting the business to choose the best addition to their team and at the same time helping people start or develop their career path. Outside of the office, Monika enjoys sports, good movies and lovely dinners with her family, friends and colleagues.

Paula is a dedicated recruiter with around 4 years of experience in full-cycle talent acquisition, specializing in the IT and BPO sectors. Known for her analytical skills and attention to detail, she efficiently manages sourcing, pipeline development, and client collaboration. While her proactive, results-oriented approach makes her effective in diverse settings, she remains open to helping and learning from others, as this aligns with one of her core life purposes. Outside of work, Paula enjoys exercising (she particularly loves boxing), hiking in nature, watching good movies, and traveling as much as she can.

Aleks has worked in the Recruitment industry for more than 4 years, gaining experience in coordinating and delivering excellent services to mainly Dutch clients. While obtaining her Bachelor degree at IBMS in the Netherlands, she has studied and worked in Mexico and Canary Islands. She has a very curious personality and “can do” attitude, loves exploring and learning new things. Aleks is a social butterfly, has a passion for travelling and is greatly interested in languages, cultures, customs and cuisines. She speaks several languages and is eager to learn more.

Kristina holds a Bachelor’s in Psychology with a currently ongoing Master's in Consultative Psychology. She has the natural desire to build knowledge. Her mind is always looking for connections—between ideas and between people. The more she can learn about them, the more connections she`s able to make. Her strengths are her analytical approach, human touch to the situations and the appreciable communication. Krisi enjoys spending time with friends, reading books and travelling.

Anna is a motivated young professional with an affinity for sales, who recently joined the Blue Lynx family. What she values most in recruitment is the opportunity to help and advise people, giving them the opportunity to meet their dream career development. Also, the knowledge gained while communicating with clients and candidates is what helps her improve as a professional. In her spare time, she enjoys discovering new things, traveling to new places, and enriching her personal style.

Veronika joined our team as a recruitment consultant. She was born and raised in the beautiful town of Sliven. She is currently studying National Security while spotting talents with ninja-like precision and analyzing resumes with top-secret scrutiny. She is the go-to friend when it comes to advice and empathy. Veronika is interested in Psychology and welcomes every new opportunity to meet new people. Outside of work her favorite activities are volunteering at the local animal shelter, discovering hidden treasures of Bulgaria and reading books about personal development.

Tanya loves to travel and explore new places while also having a keen interest in psychology and reading books. Travelling allows her to discover more about herself and the world, while psychology helps her understand people better. Reading books is a favorite pastime of Tanya, as it broadens her horizons and provides valuable insights.

Martin brings a unique blend of passion and expertise to our sourcing team. While he may not have initially come from a recruitment background, his enthusiasm for his role at Blue Lynx is indisputable. With knowledge of sociology and human sciences, Martin offers a deep understanding of human dynamics in the recruitment process. Beyond his work, Martin is a passionate advocate for the NGO sector, serving as a social media coordinator for ESN. An enthusiast for Erasmus exchanges who thrives on embracing diverse cultures and international experiences. He is also a musician who finds solace and inspiration in music, and he shares his home with a cute black kitten named Remy. When not in the office, Martin can often be found embarking on exciting hikes or enjoying social weekends out.

Martin has spent close to a decade in the United Kingdom, primarily studying and completing his education at Newcastle University. With experience in Data Analysis and Customer Service, he recently transitioned into the field of Executive Search and Recruitment, working in a fast-paced, diverse team where he continues to grow and learn each day. In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities and rock climbing, with a strong passion for combat sports and adventure.

Liviya (Liv) started her recruitment journey around 2 years ago in Executive Search. She enjoys talking to people and learning new things. Liv considers herself a driver for people’s success and her main mission in Executive Search is to make people’s careers exciting. She finds success stories inspiring and genuinely believes that hard work always pays off. In her free time, Liv likes to hike, travel, read, write, and spend time with her close friends and family.

Tsvetomira is a graduate of the University of Greenwich London and a master's degree from New Bulgarian University, Sofia. She has been part of the executive search for almost 2 years. Her natural curiosity for research and information gathering helped her achieve success quickly with clients in different industries like oil & gas, automotive, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals in Germany, the US, and Asia. She also has a strong background in sales and customer service. In her free time, she enjoys her creativity with painting and hiking with her partner and cat.

Kalina joined the Blue Lynx team as a Recruitment Consultant. After living and obtaining her Bachelor`s degree in the sphere of Human Resources and Business Management in London she decided to come back to Bulgaria and with pleasure to put all her knowledge into experience. She spent the majority of her career in the HR sphere, gaining experience in the area of Selection and Recruitment. Her passion is to help people and to provide the best service. Kalina likes travelling and building relations with different types of people. She also loves spending her free time with her family.

Gabby joined the Blue Lynx team as a Talent Sourcer with Bachelor's degree in Tourism and a Master's in HR management. After her high school graduation, she decided to work and travel in the United States for three summers. She has experience in the Customer Service and Sales industry. Gabby is known for her outgoing personality, positive attitude and ability to understand others. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, loves visiting new places and simply adores cats.

Sechil graduated from the University of Management with a bachelor's in Marketing and Management and has diverse global experience. Outside of work, she loves reading and traveling, having visited over 30 countries across 6 continents, yet she cherishes her home country the most. Sechil enjoys meeting new people and experiencing new cultures, spending time with family and friends in Bulgaria. Her enthusiasm, positivity, and can-do attitude have led her to her current role as a Talent Sourcer at Blue Lynx.

Gabriela did her Master’s degree in Business Administration in Birmingham, UK. Afterwards, she followed her dreams and lived in the USA, Colombia and back to the UK. She worked for more than 5 years in the HR industry in London. Those years abroad helped her gain valuable multi-language and multicultural skills. While seeking a job to begin her career journey in Bulgaria, she discovered an opportunity with Blue Lynx. She believes she has found the ideal environment to further develop her skills and pursue her professional goals. She is now happily settled in Varna with her little boy.

Ognyan has a bachelor’s degree in International Business with interests in economics, HR, current affairs, and tax evasion. He joined Blue Lynx because he wants to help people, exhausted by the modern job-seeking process. An adaptable jack of all trades, he believes that anyone with sufficient willpower and desire can learn most office-based jobs nowadays, which is reflected in his lenient sourcing style. An artist at heart, Ognyan sees the workplace as his stage, always approaching tasks with passion and a personal touch. In the workplace, he keeps a balance between professionalism and eccentric whimsy. More personally, he enjoys the beauty of nature and human art, the pleasant company of close friends, and good food.

Ivanka started her career in Blue Lynx as Talent Sourcing Support. She gained most of her experience working in the Oil and gas industry as a Quality Specialist. Vanya has a keen eye for detail and is inspired by challenges and never intimidated by them. Outside of the office, she likes to spend her free time hiking with friends and family. Her undying love for bunnies, dogs, and a good day at the beach are just a few of her favourite things.

With a Bachelor in International Economic Relations and a Master of Business Informatics, Tyurkyan is the first leap-year-born employee in Blue Lynx. However, she has gained a broad experience in administration and personal assistant roles in multinational companies for more than 12 years. As a protagonist, she decides to drive the action to help others get their dream job. She is always smiling, happy to help, sincere and precise in her work She believes in karma and that everything happens for a reason. A proud mother of 2 daughters and a happy spouse, she likes to spend time with her family and friends, read or watch movies.

Mariya comes into Blue Lynx with years of experience in her position, coming from a different industry. She loves communicating with people from different backgrounds and cultures. She also believes that every person has a story and you can learn a lot from each one of them. #ChallengeSeeker: Loves to use her experience, logic, creativity and persistence to find the best resolution to every issue that stands in her way. #NewLanguageLearner: After a lifetime of learning German, she continued with Spanish, reaching B1 level, so it is now time for a new challenge! #Hobbies: She is a big Pilates fan, loves dancing and meeting friends and family.

Teodora is a passionate recruiter who brings a unique perspective from her background in logistics. An avid traveler, she has explored Japan at 18 and traveled solo through Turkey and Romania. With a love for languages, she embraced Norwegian culture during an eight-month adventure. When she's not connecting with talent, you’ll find her dancing bachata or practicing Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Lena joined the Blue Lynx Team as a People Operation’s Assistant. She has grown up in the UK and gained valued experience within the customer service sector for the last 6 years. This has helped her establish her love for helping and guiding people. There is no challenge that is too hard for her and cannot be solved with a bit of patience and the right mindset. She considers herself a team player and is always up for learning and improving her skills. Lena loves all animals, but can hands down say that chickens and cats are her favourite. When she is not working, her hobbies include reading, spending time with friends, travelling and experiencing new cities and cultures.

Veneta is a pedagogy graduate with a Master's degree in Pre-school and Primary School education. She is in the HR Department of BlueLynx and loves to help people and support the employees and her colleagues. She has worked in the Human Resource sector for the last year and a half including international companies in Seafarer’s recruitment sector. Outside of the office, one of Veneta’s favourite things to do is to read novels and travel as often as possible. She is a team player and always ready to help. She loves to work with people all over the world and is always ready for new challenges in her career.

Dilyana is a valued member of the Finance Department, bringing with her expertise in accounts payable and payment processes. She is known for her dedication to accuracy, fairness, and ensuring that every task is completed to the highest standard. Her unwavering support and loyalty make her someone you can always rely on. Outside of work, Dilyana cherishes spending time with her family, as they are an integral part of her life.

Greitys can only be described as one of our guardian angels: she makes sure everyone has what they need and she’s a pretty resourceful person. She has a great sense of humour and welcomes all team members to the office with a big smile and a nice joke (and why not, the best “arepas” ever). Greitys is also an amazing dancer and a big lover of going out with her family and friends in her spare time.

Damyan is a performance-driven marketing strategist with over 12 years of experience spanning various industries who has a proven track record in customer acquisition, retention and project management. Professionally, he is known for his exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. As an avid outdoor enthusiast with a passion for nature and sports, Damyan enjoys spending his free time hiking through scenic trails and riding his gravel bike. This combination of outdoor passion and professional prowess defines his vibrant and dynamic lifestyle.

Maya joined the Blue Lynx Team to help communicate company messages across the sea of media channels. With a solid education in Informatics and a true passion for Marketing, she seamlessly merged the two into a Digital Marketing career. Maya has an eye for detail and likes to add a personal touch to everything she does. The Blue Lynx family won her over with their ``by the people for the people`` business attitude. Being a mom has unfolded her caring and helpful personality. She is now looking to help people advance in their personal development and bring out their best. To balance off the digital job, Maya enjoys off-grid activities like bread making, crafting, gardening, and puzzle-solving.

Petar joined the Marketing team as a PPC Specialist. He started his digital marketing journey 10 years ago as a local SEO specialist and switched teams 5 years later when he started exploring the PPC world. He’s passionate about advertising platforms, how they work and help businesses reach their goals. He also likes to play with numbers, dig deeply into generated campaigns’ data and test out different strategies. Petar is a proud father of 2 boys and has a dwarf rabbit. Outside the workplace, he loves spending time with the kids, enjoys listening to electronic music, playing table tennis, running, and watching matches of his favorite football team AC Milan. Last but not least, Peter is a huge fan of the all-time classic Twin Peaks. ∆∆

Krasi joined the Blue Lynx team with a passion for creating engaging visuals that help spread the company’s message. As a graphic designer, she brings a unique blend of creativity and enthusiasm to her work. When she’s not designing, Krasi loves experimenting with new recipes and immersing herself in a good book, finding inspiration in both the kitchen and the stories she reads.

Nicolas has extensive experience working and doing business in various industries in Latin America, ranging from IT recruitment and software companies to insurance and healthcare. He has worked in multiple environments, developing commercial and negotiation skills to close deals as well as managing accounts. Outside of work, Nicolas is passionate about continuous learning and enjoys spending quality time with his family, reading, and traveling.

Hristiyan joined the Blue Lynx Team as a Talent Sourcer and was soon promoted to Sales Manager. He was born and raised in the small town of Targovishte Bulgaria. After his high school graduation, he decided to go and work for the first summer in the city of Varna as a waiter. After that he moved to Spain, where he worked as a cook. Then he returned to Bulgaria and gained more than 2 years of experience in sales. He considers himself a team player, loves challenges and most of all, he loves to put a smile on someone’s face.

Georgi has a bachelor's degree in Psychology. He has started 2 big companies from ground zero, then he sold them and now they are very successful, which, as he says is ''knowledge that you can't learn from others''. He has also worked as a probation officer dealing with a lot of different people helping them achieve a higher quality of life. His aim is to find the best match for companies and the best work-oriented environment for candidates. In his free time, he likes to go for a walk and explore different cities and countries, reading books, cooking, spending time at the beach or with his family and friends.

With years of experience in tourism as a Procurement and Logistics Manager, Stela joined the vibrant Blue Lynx team to explore a new career opportunity and challenge herself. A passionate, emotional and organised individual, Stela is known for her ability to work well with others and achieve ambitious goals.

Ivo is a graduate of the University of Economics in Varna and has a master’s degree in tourism. With a keen interest in psychology and human behavior, his entire career so far has involved working with people and a personal touch. A dynamic individual, Ivo enjoys both high-adrenaline activities as well as taking a proper rest to reflect on his physical and mental progress. Outside of the office, he loves spending time with his girlfriend and his hyperactive dog Cherry, working out, reading thrillers and psychology, and gaming.

Grace is apparently a Whipador dog, but the Blue Lynx Team just see her as their 4-legged furry colleague! She is at Blue Lynx every day in her capacity as Barketing Manager. What does she do? She entertains, she takes siestas, she eats, and most importantly she gets petted when we are having one of those “I need a furry friend`` moments. Grace joined Blue Lynx a couple of years ago after being recruited from a dog rescue centre in Granada Spain. She shares her private downtime with Tina (CEO) – who is her butler & PA.

Kiril (also known as Kircho) is a German Spitz and the Blue Lynx security officer. Don't let his small size and cute, furry face fool you - Kircho is absolutely fearless and very protective of his owner Kristina. He is loyal and loud, barking at anyone who stands in his way. Outside the office, Kircho is a friendly and playful dog - especially after a long walk or a good meal.

Xavi might just be the world's best multitasker - he's not only an expert at fetch but also a mastermind when it comes to sneaking extra treats! With his playful energy and smartfulness, he's practically running the household. And let’s not forget, he's always there to ‘help’ with everything... especially if it involves belly rubs!