Association of Bulgarian Professionals
Uniting professionals in North America to help them excel in their fields while promoting Bulgarian culture, language, and heritage since 2019.
Uniting professionals in North America to help them excel in their fields while promoting Bulgarian culture, language, and heritage since 2019.
Empowering Bulgarian Professionals in North America
ABP’s mission is to foster a vibrant community of Bulgarian professionals by creating a dynamic platform dedicated to networking, mentoring, and community engagement.
We aim to connect individuals across various industries, facilitating the exchange of knowledge and experiences. Through our commitment to empowerment, we strive to unlock the potential of our members, enabling them to achieve personal and professional growth.
By encouraging active community involvement, ABP seeks to contribute positively to society, building a legacy of collaboration and support among Bulgarian professionals worldwide.
Scholarship Program
Empowering Tomorrow's Visionaries
The scholarship program is designed to provide financial assistance to students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements, leadership qualities, and a commitment to community service.
This program aims to support students in pursuing their educational goals without the burden of financial constraints.
How It Works:
Win a $1000 College Scholarship
4th Annual ABP Scholarship Award Ceremony
3rd Annual Scholarship Award Ceremony & Networking Event
2nd Annual Scholarship Award Ceremony
Inaugural 2021 scholarship program awarded total of 4 scholarships
Building a Legacy of Collaboration
31
Networking Events
11+
Mentoring / Community Projects
$18K
Awarded Scholarships
117
ABP Members
$40K+
Donation Raised
Fostering Community Engagement & Support
ABP strives to promote diverse talents, inquisitiveness, and individual ambitions and passions within the Bulgarian community in the Chicago metro area, with plans to expand our reach.
Key Community Focus Areas
Educational Initiatives
Seminars with experts plus workshops on college prep, resume writing, job hunting, and mock interviews.
Financial
Education
Guidance on financial management, purchasing homes, and navigating the U.S. education system
Community Representation
Engaging with government and non-government entities to represent and advance our members' interests
Online Outreach
Utilizing social media to expand our community's reach and engagement
Cultural Advocacy
Promoting Bulgarian heritage and fostering connections with like-minded organizations.
Social Connectivity
Year-round events for networking and community service, alongside fun activities.
Our main objective is to engage Bulgarian children and adults at pivotal educational and professional phases, offering guidance, educational support, and career-focused growth alongside nurturing their personal aspirations.
Our mentorship program targets university students and professionals at different stages, aiming to forge meaningful connections and fast-track corporate career advancement/development.
The goal of our mentorship program is to foster informal relationship between knowledgeable and educated individuals. We facilitate mentor-mentee pairings, bridging the gap between novices and seasoned experts within the same industry or field of interest.
Accelerating Career Paths
with
Targeted Mentorship
A SUCCESS STORY
Boyan Petev
Daniel Mitev
A SUCCESS STORY
At ABP, it is our proud honor to foster successful partnerships between Bulgarian professionals of all career backgrounds.
One of these is the story of Boyan and Daniel, two tech professionals that met at one of our scholarship inauguration events. Click below to see their story.
Explore the Spectrum of Key Areas of
Expertise for Business Excellence
Accounting
Finance
Architecture
Marketing​​
Law​
HR
IT
R & D
Sales
PR
Operations Management
Customer Service
Supply Chain Management
Product Management​
Quality Assurance
Together with the Bulgarian Midwest Chamber of Commerce, we are building a stronger future, fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth.
Our Partners
