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First Career Forum ‘50 more reasons for success’ in Bulgaria – 16 April 2025

Inter Expo Center, Vitosha Hall, Sofia – 16.04. 2025, 09:30 – 22:00

On Wednesday, April 16, the first-ever career forum for mature professionals, titled “50 Reasons More,” organized by the Young Talents Bulgaria platform.

The event will bring together employers, organizations, and institutions dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for the professional, social, and personal growth of experienced individuals. So far, the event has secured partnerships with several key stakeholders: the Employment Agency, Invest Sofia, Sofia Development Association, Leader.bg, Focus Agency.

Why is this topic important?

The population of individuals aged 55 and older in Europe is steadily growing. According to Eurostat, the average age of citizens across Europe, including Bulgaria, now exceeds 45. As life expectancy rises and retirement ages are pushed further, mature professionals make up over 30% of the workforce. They are also driving a new wave of entrepreneurship, pursuing university education, and embarking on career shifts and reinventions. Today, 49 years is considered the new average professional age.

However, significant challenges remain. Many experienced professionals struggle to fully recognize the value of their skills. While they may not always be as digitally proficient, they bring invaluable work ethics, discipline, and essential soft skills. At the same time, businesses and institutions are actively developing corporate and social policies to harness the potential of a multi-generational workforce, spanning four to five different age groups.

The format of the forum includes discussion panels on Career and Professional Development, Health and Wellbeing, Personal Life, Career Change and Silver Entrepreneurship and Life as a Movie. There will be a parallel programme with demonstrations and entertainment and a cocktail reception. The Expo area will provide an opportunity to position companies and organisations and provide access to a large number of mature job seeking professionals. In the foyer of the hall, consulting and first meeting corners will be set up for recruiters.

Register your interest by February 28 at discounted rates by e-mailing maya@youngtalents.bg