Team

At the “Empower Start” Foundation, our team is not just a group of professionals but a force united by a shared passion for empowering communities and driving positive change. Our diverse group brings together a wealth of experience in management, program development, and strategic leadership. Each team member is deeply committed to fostering sustainable solutions that address every challenge and create opportunities for individuals and organizations to thrive.

Our leadership includes experts with decades of experience in leadership, marketing, community outreach, and advocacy work. Our program managers specialize in designing and implementing impactful initiatives, drawing on years of hands-on experience. We also have skilled grant writers and development professionals who have successfully secured funding for numerous projects, ensuring that our programs remain robust and impactful.

Guided by a collaborative spirit, our team continuously learns from the communities we serve and adapts our strategies to meet their evolving needs. We believe in embracing uncertainty, fostering innovation, and leveraging diverse perspectives to drive meaningful change. Whether through providing resources or building partnerships with other organizations, we are dedicated to making a difference—one step at a time.

Dimitar Dimitrov 

Founder

Dimitar Dimitrov has over 15 years of experience in leadership and organizational management. With a background in public administration and a passion for social change, Dimitar has successfully led diverse teams in executing large-scale community initiatives. His expertise in building partnerships, streamlining operations, and developing leaders has been instrumental in driving the foundation’s mission forward.

Dimitar is known for his collaborative leadership style and his ability to navigate complex challenges with creative problem-solving approaches. He holds a Master’s degree in Management and regularly speaks at industry conferences on topics such as leadership development, strategic growth, and effective team building. Outside of his professional work, Dimitar volunteers as a mentor for emerging leaders and enjoys hiking with his family.

Daniela Todorova

HR Specialist

Daniela is a seasoned digital marketing and human resources professional with a decade of experience. She specializes in crafting data-driven marketing strategies that amplify the foundation’s reach and engagement. At “Empower Start,” Daniela leads efforts to enhance the organization’s online presence, overseeing social media campaigns, content creation, and donor communications. Her background in human resources complements her marketing expertise, enabling her to design employee engagement programs and recruitment strategies that attract top talent and foster a positive workplace culture.

Before joining “Empower Start,” Daniela worked with multiple organizations, where she played a key role in developing successful fundraising campaigns and optimizing internal HR processes. She is certified in Digital Marketing and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management. Daniela is passionate about using technology to drive social impact and is always exploring innovative ways to connect people to causes. She enjoys blogging about marketing trends and volunteering with animal rescue organizations in her free time.