Switzerland: Futurist – International innovation, incentive competitions, and entrepreneurship pioneer
Europe
Switzerland
An international pioneer in innovation, incentive competitions, and entrepreneurship, Dr Plamen Russev is known as a futurist and philanthropist with more than thirty years of experience in technology and investments. According to him, “Scarcity of resources is a mindset. We live in an abundance of opportunities.”
Plamen Russev holds a PhD in Healthcare Management. His thesis focused on AI and digital solutions for managing health and social challenges.
He is also the founder and executive board member of the Webit Investment Network. The company turns retail investors into impact investors and invents new tools for creating desirable outcomes and a resilient future. Plamen Russev is also the executive chairman of the Webit Foundation. The foundation is known for its Founders Games’ $6 million award for impact innovation that has its grand final in Davos and the United Nations’ COP. He was also instrumental in developing intelligent specialisation concepts for Central and Eastern European countries.
Plamen Russev has seen his work and accomplishments featured in various media outlets across the globe. These include Bloomberg, CNBC, Forbes, Al Jazeera, The Economist, and CNN. He was also appointed the Goodwill Ambassador for Bulgaria’s Digital Affairs of Bulgaria. The country forms part of the European Union. He was the third such ambassador ever appointed. He also focuses on creating an inclusive society and empowering women.
His work has received numerous awards and accolades from governments, universities, and NGOs, including two honourable doctorates. The Financial Times and Google named Plamen Russev among the top 100 innovators of New Europe.
Plamen Russev, a founding member of the European Commission Blockchain Observatory and Forum, serves on several company, university, and NGO boards. He was also an evaluator and faculty member at Harvard University’s medical school.
Plamen Russev, the bestselling author of Power to the People, is dedicated to creating a sustainable, resilient, and desirable future.
Dr Plamen Russev is a well-regarded speaker who has spoken at various events, including corporate events, workshops, industry conventions, summits, forums, and technology-related gatherings. His forward-thinking approach to the future and effective strategies for adapting to change have made him a popular speaker at industry association meetings. He lives in Switzerland and speaks English and Bulgarian.
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Based on scientific research and access to the Founders Games’ 500 million data points and annual flow of information, Dr Russev provides the latest insights on breakthrough research and innovation from over 4500 startups in 150+ countries.
“Webit is doing an enormous service to society.”
“Plamen Russev is one of the pioneers and he works for the sake of Bulgaria to help the country build its reputation in the digiatl and tech fields. His vision for the digital future of Bulgaria is also mine!”
“Plamen is a natural leader with a strong vision for the development of the Internet industry across the CEE region. I had the opportunity to work with him in Sofia during the recent Webit Conference, a large and popular annual expo. The success of the conference was in large part driven by Plamen's enthusiasm, focus and drive.Plamen is a natural leader with a strong vision for the development of the Internet industry across the CEE region. I had the opportunity to work with him in Sofia during the recent Webit Conference, a large and popular annual expo. The success of the conference was in large part driven by Plamen's enthusiasm, focus and drive.”
“Plamen is a top performer in Education & Promotion of Internet in Eastern Europe, both with his companies and with WebIT he manages to engage and attract many worldclass speakers and hundreds of participants. He is a person of choice if you plan to introduce yourself or your company Eastern Europe.”
“Plamen Russev is one of the key people in the CEE region driving the digital industry forward. The establishment of Webit which gathers thought leaders from across the world and key people across the region is one of the main catalysts for this growth. Without Plamen's enthusiasm, committment and strong exectution this event could not have taken place. I have the utmost respect for Plamen's work and belief in his visions for the future.”