Sabina Nikolova

Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is established in 1895 and is the leading employers' association in Bulgaria – comprising over 52000 members. It is an independent, non-profit NGO that supports, promotes and represents the interests of its members and contributes to the development of international economic cooperation. BCCI is based on principles of voluntary membership, autonomy and self-financing and seeks to establish ethical and socially responsible relationships in business. BCCI contributes to the creation of a more favourable business environment and dedicates many efforts for the promotion and support of entrepreneurship and innovation initiatives. The BCCI participates with its representatives in the work of over 200 committees, working and expert groups in various fields of the economy. In terms of international cooperation, it is a part of the integrated international network of chambers of commerce throughout the world and a member of various international organizations, joint-chambers and councils. Through BCCI Bulgarian companies become part of the largest business organizations in the world.