Los Angeles, CA – ABBA (American Bulgarian Business Association) is thrilled to announce its official expansion to the West Coast with the establishment of its presence in Los Angeles. The highly anticipated move marks a significant milestone for ABBA as it continues to strengthen its mission of supporting Bulgarian businesses and fostering economic growth. Veselin Dimitrov, a seasoned professional with Bulgarian-American citizenship and a deep understanding of the local landscape, has been appointed as ABBA’s Regional Director. With 7 years of experience in the area, Dimitrov brings valuable insights and expertise to drive ABBA’s initiatives forward.

California, known for its economic prowess, provides an ideal environment for ABBA’s expansion efforts. If it were a standalone nation, California’s economy would rank as the fifth-largest in the world, rivaling that of Germany. Furthermore, the West Coast boasts a vibrant Bulgarian community, with over 100,000 Bulgarians calling it home. ABBA’s presence in California will focus on assisting Bulgarians interested in returning to their homeland and investing in Bulgaria. With its thriving IT sector and a growing emphasis on green technologies, California offers compelling investment opportunities for Bulgarian companies seeking to expand their presence and leverage the state’s innovation ecosystem.

The grand opening ceremony of ABBA’s Los Angeles office was graced by the presence of Boyko Hristov, Consul General of Bulgaria in Los Angeles. The collaboration between ABBA and the Consulate General has already sparked a range of joint initiatives aimed at facilitating business opportunities for Bulgarian companies in California. Among these initiatives is the long-awaited establishment of a direct flight route between Los Angeles and Sofia, a project that Consul Hristov has been actively championing. ABBA expresses its sincere gratitude to Consul Hristov for his instrumental role in facilitating the opening of the Los Angeles office and his ongoing commitment to fostering strong ties between the business communities of Bulgaria and California.

As ABBA continues its expansion and collaboration efforts, stay tuned for more updates on the exciting projects and initiatives that will shape the future of Bulgarian-Californian business relations.