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Nikolay Georgiev
About Nikolay
Nikolay Georgiev is a data science leader and Director of Data & AI with expertise in building teams, delivering high-impact machine learning solutions, and aligning data strategy with business goals. He has led initiatives in banking, insurance, and digital platforms, achieving results from boosting loan campaign effectiveness to developing recommendation engines, and advanced credit risk models. Holding a Ph.D. in Economics and Business Administration from BI Norwegian Business School and a Master of Science in Statistics and Financial Econometrics, Nikolay has authored 11 scientific publications and taught at Sofia University and BI. His work spans customer analytics, credit risk, AI governance, and psychological targeting.
Background
Head of Data and AI at First Investment Bank
Built and led AI/data science, driving impact incl. 15% lift in loan campaigns with ML-based propensity models.
Head of Data Science at Sporty Group
Built data science from scratch at a major sports media & gaming platform, creating recommendation & engagement models for millions.
AI Leader at UniCredit Bulbank
Launched and scaled the AI/ML team, creating retail segmentation and comprehensive AI governance frameworks.
Track record
Bringing real-world expertise from leading global companies
Academic background
Doctorate (PhD), Economics & Business Administration
Media & recognition
- Author of 11 scientific publications
- Presenter at international conferences and colloquiums
- Silver medalist in multiple academic competitions (Mathematics & Econometrics)
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What can Nikolay teach you?
Nikolay combines academic rigor with real-world business expertise, bringing deep knowledge in credit risk modeling, customer analytics, and AI governance. He also teaches how to apply machine learning to segmentation, customer lifetime value, stress testing, and marketing automation.
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