Daniela Todorova-Koleva

Daniela Todorova-Koleva holds a PhD in Theory of Culture from Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic. She is an expert in the development and implementation of project proposals funded by EU and national programmes, with a focus on the sustainable development of local communities. She conducts analyses and provides expert consultations, manages policies related to tourism and cultural activities, and organises a variety of cultural events and festivals.

Daniela develops and manages projects in cultural and alternative tourism, promoting Bulgaria’s rich cultural and historical heritage. She is a member of the Board of the Association of Festivals in Bulgaria, which maintains and manages the online platform www.fest-bg.com — a comprehensive guide to over 1,200 specialised public cultural events across the country, serving as a key resource for event tourism.

She also serves as the Executive Director of the Municipal Foundation "Karon Limen" in Shabla and as the Manager of the Green Training Centre in Shabla. In these roles, she contributes to the development and implementation of policies aimed at protecting and promoting the biodiversity of the protected natural areas within the municipality. Additionally, she designs and delivers educational, tourism, cultural, and socio-information programmes and campaigns.