
Prof. Dr. Daniela Ilieva
CEO of Law and Internet Foundation
Prof. Dr. Daniela Ilieva is one of the business ladies who wear many hats. And they all suit her equally. She is one of the rare breed of people who combine a business and an academic career and whatever she does, she does it with a lot of passion, professionalism and love. Because сhe believes that things made with love are recognizable.
Daniela is the executive director of one of the most successful Bulgarian non-governmental organizations - Law and Internet Foundation. The organization is a research center and think tank focused on analyses and policies impact, founded in 2001., and it works on a variety of sensitive topics in the field of ICT law, personal data protection, artificial intelligence, cyber security, child justice, human rights protection and more.
In addition, Daniela is one of the most popular academic professors in Bulgaria and author of several books. An expert in International Tourism and Hotel Management, she has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a Master's degree in Marketing. Since 2015 she holds a PhD in Economics (Social Management), in 2016 she obtained the academic position of "associate professor", and in 2022 became a "professor" of Management (Business Communications and Personal Development Management). She is a lecturer at the Higher School of Insurance and Finance (VUZF), at the University of Sofia "St. Kliment Ohridski", at the University of National and World Economy (UNSS), at the University of Library Science and Information Technology (UNIBIT) and at the International Faculty of the University of Sheffield. Prof. Ilieva is the author of several books. One of her books - "Communication ON TIME and ON PLACE", explores in depth trends in business communication, verbal, non-verbal, written and digital communication, and reveals a variety of effective communication techniques. Her latest book, “Personal Development Management”, focuses on our talents and aptitudes, the choices we make for education and career, and building personal fulfillment and overall well-being.
Daniela is also a professional trainer - consultant in Business Etiquette and International Protocol, certified by EUROPROTOCOL - The European School of Protocol (Brussels, Belgium), and a certified trainer in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Coaching, accredited by the International NLP Association and by European Mentoring and Coaching Consul. These qualifications make her one of the most sought after and memorable speakers. Her profile includes extensive experience with business etiquette and protocol, business coaching, business communications, business process and project management, cross-cultural communications, presentation skills and personal development.
She is often invited as a guest speaker for various academic and business events as she is only trainer and teacher in Bulgaria who combines the fields of NLP, modern business etiquette, international protocol and image management. Among its clients are Microsoft, Sitel, Pepsi, Trace, Novartis, Alpen Pharma, Junior Achievement, Unitcargo, Pipe System, Bulgarian Dental Union, Live Elegantly Academy, Intelliway, Family Business Association, National Real Estate Association, Institute of Public Administration, Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce, SoPharmacy, Evrotrust, Post Bank, large offices, as well as other private and government organizations.