Teodora G.-Developing Emerging Leaders Program
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Developing Emerging Leaders Program
INSEAD
Innovation Consultant
StartupColors
- Consulted on a Berlin Senate–funded urban drone logistics project U-Space Berlin.
- Analysed trends and engaged global U-space stakeholders.
- Authored a white paper on drone logistics and regulations.
- Developed case studies on leading urban drone projects in Europe.
Program Director
Start2Group
- Led a platform enabling Singaporean startups to scale into Germany, backed by Enterprise Singapore and the Economic Development Board.
- Drove cross-border open innovation, connecting German corporates (Liebherr, Heinemann Group, Meraxis, NETCHZ) with Singaporean startups.
- Managed venture clienting for pilots and investments.
- Oversaw scale-up programs for startups entering Germany, including S2Bridge (Korea) and MRANTI Park (Malaysia).
- Developed innovation programs for governments, corporates, and startups to foster strategic growth.
- Built a global network of industry leaders and startup advisors.
- Designed and executed accelerators and cross-border innovation initiatives.
- Published insights on open innovation and startup scaling strategies.
Founder & Managing Director
UpVenture
- Developed corporate venturing strategies, startup matching, and due diligence for Panasonic R&D Singapore and Omron APAC.
- Designed innovation management frameworks and processes for corporates.
- Led innovation workshops for Japanese corporate accelerators.
Program Director
RIA Venture Capital, AIRmaker
- Led government-backed IoT startup acceleration programs in Digital Health and Smart Cities.
- Facilitated corporate-startup engagements with Johnson & Johnson, Panasonic, Infineon, and others.
- Managed startup portfolios across Singapore, India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Accelerator Advisor
CleanTech Bulgaria, EIT-Climate-KIC
- Provided guidance on accelerator setup, startup screening, and program development.
- Delivered entrepreneurship workshops and mentored startups.
Program Manager
SPH Plug & Play Accelerator
- Managed the Singapore Press Holdings accelerator program.
- Oversaw program development, scouting framework, and startup community building.
- Handled portfolio management and investor relations.
Co-Author
No Startup Hipsters: Build Scalable Technology Companies
- Co-authored a book presented at global startup events.
- Developed unique frameworks to leverage human, social, and financial capital.
- Created entrepreneurship learning modules and designed startup workshops covering topics from ideation to scale-up.
- Mentored startups on growth strategies and business development.
Innovation Advisor
Infodev (World Bank)
- Drive cross-border open innovation, connecting corporates with startups.
- Build a network of German corporates for startup partnerships.
- Define innovation challenges, facilitate ideation, and deliver market insights.
- Lead startup scouting, due diligence, and strategic matchmaking.
- Structure PoCs, investments, and venture clienting opportunities.
- Advise Asian scaleups on market entry into Germany.
Technology Transfer Consultant
ARC Fund/Enterprise Europe Network
- Advised on technology commercialisation, innovation policy, and R&D collaborations.
- Built networks among European technology transfer centres.
- Led EU projects, consortium management, proposal writing, and implementation.
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Experienced in Professional Services, Information Technology, Education, Banking and Finance, Healthcare, and Aerospace and Defense.
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Experienced in Strategy, Project Management, Research and Development, Product Development, Human Resources, and Business Intelligence.
Summary
Innovation strategist with extensive experience in corporate open innovation, strategic technology collaboration, and startup scaling across Asia and Europe. A proven connector between corporates, startups, investors, and governments, driving high-impact innovation initiatives. Expertise in designing and executing innovation programs, scaling business models around emerging technologies, and advising on go-to-market strategies. Strong track record in building and managing cross-border innovation networks, including R&D centres, startup hubs, venture capital firms, and corporate partners.
Skills
- Corporate Innovation: Strategy Development; Open Innovation; Venture Clienting For Pilots And Investments.
- Startup Scaling: Market Expansion; Growth Strategy.
- Innovation Programs: Design And Execution Of Accelerators; Cross-Border Innovation Initiatives.
- Technology Commercialisation: Emerging Technologies; R&D Commercialisation.
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Education
University of National and World Economy
Master’s Degree of International Economic Relations · International Economic Relations · Sofia, Bulgaria
University of National and World Economy
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management · Human Resources Management · Sofia, Bulgaria
Certifications & licenses
Certified Trainer Of Incubator Managers
INFODEV (WORLD BANK)
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Teodora is based in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Teodora speaks the following languages: Bulgarian (Native), English (Advanced), Russian (Intermediate).
Teodora has at least 21 years of experience. During this time, Teodora has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 1 month. Note that Teodora may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Teodora would be well-suited for roles such as: Developing Emerging Leaders Program, Innovation Consultant, Program Director.
Teodora's most recent position is Developing Emerging Leaders Program at INSEAD.
In recent years, Teodora has worked for INSEAD, StartupColors, and Start2Group.
Teodora is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology, and Education. Teodora also has some experience in Banking and Finance, Healthcare, and Media and Entertainment.
Teodora is most experienced in business areas like Strategy, Project Management, and Research and Development. Teodora also has some experience in Product Development, Human Resources, and Business Intelligence.
Teodora has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Education, and Aerospace and Defense.
Teodora has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Strategy, and Human Resources.
Teodora holds a Master in International Economic Relations from University of National and World Economy and a Bachelor in Human Resources Management from University of National and World Economy.
Teodora has 1 certificate: Certified Trainer Of Incubator Managers.
The availability of Teodora needs to be confirmed.
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