360-degree experience as an entrepreneur, executive, investor, strategic advisor, with over 25 years experience in Europe’s technology, finance, and creative industries. Expertise at software, digital marketing, fintech, smart city, phygital & certification services, e-commerce, M&A, venture capital, VOD streaming, film making, movie distribution, across Europe.
Movie producer and film distributor, worked on record-braking and award-winning productions, managed large-scale distribution across European markets. Member of the European Film Academy.
MSc in Computer Science and is a graduate of the Investment Banking Institute. Lecturer, frequent speaker at sector-specific events and universities, and a mentor, tutor, and judge at international entrepreneurship competitions, recognized among the top managers in the region for leadership and impact.
Socially active in entrepreneurship and venture capital, infrastructure, justice, and the film industry, continuously working to drive meaningful change. Father of two kids.
✔ 360-degree experience as an entrepreneur, executive, investor, board member, and advisor, providing a holistic perspective on business growth and leadership.
✔ 25+ years across multiple industries, including software, digital marketing, fintech, smart city, phygital & certification services, e-commerce, M&A, venture capital, VOD streaming, film production, and movie distribution.
✔ 12 startups founded, scaled from zero to revenue, hands-on expertise in business building.
✔ 350+ team members managed, leading organizations of significant scale and complexity.
✔ 40+ business awards won, recognizing excellence across different industries.
✔ €10M+ fundraised in equity, bonds, and grants, securing capital across various funding structures.
✔ 30+ ventures advised on growth, fundraising, and scaling strategies.
✔ 3 successful exits across different sectors.
✔ Started first business at 16, building entrepreneurial resilience from an early age.
✔ 3 failures as a founder, learning firsthand what it takes to recover, adapt, and rebuild.
✔ Founded the first & best-performing angel network in SEE, Led one of the world’s first licensed mobile payment service providers, Headed the corporate VC arm of the largest bank in the region, Founded one of the first digital marketing agencies in the market, Operated one of the most sophisticated smart city EMV payment systems, Managed a licensed financial institution for venture debt and revenue-based financing.
A lifetime of building, scaling, innovating, and leading – with both successes and failures – shaping a deep, practical understanding of what it takes to grow and sustain a business.
✔ Produced & distributed 100+ titles across multiple European theaters and platforms, including an all-time box-office record in the region.
✔ Operating the largest streaming VOD platform in the region, shaping the future of digital entertainment.
✔ Recognized filmmaker & member of the European Film Academy, contributing to the evolution of European cinema.
✔ MSc in Computer Science & Investment Banking Institute Graduate – strong foundation in technology, finance, and business strategy.
✔ Published researcher & registered scientific expert in digital marketing, e-business, and capital markets.
✔ Three consecutive mandates at London Royal Academy of Engineering – Recognized as a Leaders in Innovation Fellowships Program fellow.
✔ Mentor, tutor & judge at international entrepreneurship competitions, shaping the next generation of innovators.
✔ Lecturer & frequent speaker at sector-specific events, universities, and global forums.
✔ Selected among the top managers in the region, recognized for leadership and impact.
✔ Member of the European Film Academy, contributing to the advancement of European cinema.
✔ Active in entrepreneurship, the film industry, infrastructure, and justice, driving change across multiple sectors.
✔ Leader of the Adelphi Community of tech-founders, scientists, investors, and government officials community, fostering collaboration and innovation.
✔ Creator of the first Formula 1 full-history online database, contributing to motorsport world.
✔ Served 18 months in the military (National Gendarmerie), developing resilience and discipline.
✔ Founder of the largest digital community for infrastructure, architecture, transport & environment in the region.
✔ Competitive sports background: Karate fighter, chess player, karting driver, active swimmer, cyclist & hiker.
✔ Over 3,500 hours of therapy experience, combining deep personal growth with strategic resilience.
✔ Father of two.
Founder’s Therapy by Borislav Borislavov is a mentoring, coaching and advisory service focused on entrepreneurship, leadership, and strategic decision-making. It does not provide medical or psychological therapy. For clinical mental health support, please consult a licensed professional.
