Why join us?
Learn from leading trainers through hands-on workshops and real-world insights tailored for the academy
Connect and collaborate with passionate peers from across the Balkans and beyond, exchanging ideas and experience
Build lasting friendships and a powerful regional network to support your journey in sustainability and impact
Discover Sofia, a dynamic European capital blending history, innovation, and charm
Special guests

JCI World President 2025
Keisuke Shimoyamada
Keisuke Shimoyamada is the CEO of Intertech Limited, and serves as the 2025 JCI President.
He is also a member of JCI Tokyo. His company is committed to develop environmental friendly materials to contribute zero emission of green house gases.
Currently the company is recognized as one of the pioneers of recycled engineering plastics and elastomers in Japan.
Through his engagement in JCI he has been expanding his business capabilities, including importing and exporting goods.

JCI Executive Vice President for Europe 2025
Ana Nikolova
Ana Nikolova holds a PhD in International Project Management and has extensive experience in business development, strategic planning, and EU-funded project consulting for SMEs and start-ups. She also serves as an external evaluator for European Commission innovation and education programs. An experienced trainer and facilitator, Ana delivers skills development trainings on topics like Entrepreneurship, Project and Stakeholder Management, and Leadership at all levels.
A JCI member since 2012, she has led and supported numerous projects and events, serving in key roles including JCI Sofia Local President (2015), JCI Bulgaria National President (2016), JCI Vice President (2020), JCI European Development Council Chairperson (2022), and currently JCI Executive Vice President for Europe (2025).

JCI Vice President for Europe 2025
Alexandrina Bargan
Assigned countries: Bulgaria, Croatia Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland.
Alexandrina Bargan is an experienced civic leader, entrepreneur, and coach dedicated to empowering young people and fostering authentic leadership.
Currently serving as Vice President for Europe 2025 at JCI, Alexandrina is supporting assigned National Organizations across the continent, promoting collaboration, innovation, and youth-driven impact. In 2023, she served as President of JCI Moldova, where she led national initiatives focused on sustainable development, entrepreneurship, and cross-border cooperation.
With a strong background in both leadership and business, Alexandrina is the founder of A AND B COMPANY in Chișinău, and co-founder of Oki Doki Marketing. She is also a certified mental coach for women, helping individuals unlock their potential and live with intention.
Trainers
Head Trainer

Anna Simon
JCI Germany
Anna Simon has been an active member of JCI Germany since 2015.
She served as Local President of JCI Oberberg in 2018 and 2019, followed by the role of International Officer for JCI North Rhine-Westphalia in 2020 and 2021.
In 2022 she served as the State President of JCI North Rhine-Westphalia. That same year, she completed the JCI Trainer Certification in Germany and later became a National Trainer in Oulu, Finland, in 2024.
Over the years, she has facilitated a variety of trainings within the organization – ranging from local and state-level academies to the German Academy, as well as numerous JCI and WJD training sessions. In addition, she regularly offers her own workshops on mental well-being, both nationally and internationally. These have included sessions for JCI Finland, JCI Switzerland, and at the JCI European Conference in Herning, Denmark.
Professionally, Anna Simon is self-employed as a coach, trainer, and consultant specializing in mental health. Her focus lies in burnout prevention, stress management, and building resilience. She provides individual coaching, facilitates workshops, and conducts psychological risk assessments for companies, helping organizations foster healthier work environments.

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Program
25.09.2025
15:00 - Registration at the hotel
17:00 - Sofia walking tour
18:30 - Dinner
26.09.2025
10:00 - Academy opening
11:00 - Training 1
12:30 - Lunch
14:00 - Training 2
15:30 - Training 3
19:00 - Dinner
00:00 - Party
27.09.2025
10:00 - Training 4
11:30 - Coffee break
12:00 - Training 5
13:30 - Lunch
15:00 - Training 6
16:30 - Training 7
20:00 - Farewell dinner
28.09.2025
11:00 - Brunch at Sofia center
13:00 - Departure
Tickets
Мembers of the Balkan multi-twinning countries
220 euro
JCI members from other countries
250 euro
All tickets include:
– Accommodation in a twin room for 3 nights
– 3 breakfasts
– 2 lunches
– Coffee breaks
– Access to all trainings and workshops
Any questions? Don’t hesitate to contact us on 2025ba@jci.bg