Hristo Velev

Hristo Velev has a diverse work experience, starting with their role as a Spare Parts Specialist at Balkan Star in 2013. Hristo then worked as a Mechanic for Commercial Vehicles at Balkan Star and gained expertise in major repairs, maintenance, and overhauling activities. In 2014, they also worked as a Roadside Assistance Technician and provided 24-hour support.

From 2015 to 2017, Hristo Velev continued working at Balkan Star as an After Sales Specialist for Commercial Vehicles. Hristo provided technical support for major assembly repairs, maintenance, and quality assurance of workshops. Hristo also handled warranty repairs and tests.

In 2017, they joined Silver Star Motors as an After Sales Specialist for Commercial Vehicles, providing technical support for the Bulgarian market, including repairs with high complexity and hybrid vehicles. Hristo also ensured workshop dealer quality assurance.

Hristo's next role was with BMW M Car Sofia as a Service Genius, where they coordinated the workshop and provided technical support to the diagnosis service team. Hristo had general and specific technical knowledge of BMW vehicles.

In 2019, Hristo became an eMobility Consultant at EURODESIGN Systems Ltd., where they advised on electric mobility solutions.

In 2020, Hristo founded Echo Shared E-Mobility S.L. and served as the CEO.

Then, in the same year, they joined AMPECO as a Customer Success Manager, where they analyzed eMobility business models, took care of customers, and built business relationships to ensure their success. Hristo also served as a Software Integrations Lead, managing software integrations processes between charging station management systems, eRoaming platforms, and e-Mobility service providers. Hristo was a member of the Open Charge Alliance and actively participated in various working groups.

Hristo Velev began their education at the High School of Mathematics "Dr. Petar Beron" in Varna, Bulgaria, completing their high school studies in 2012. Hristo then attended the Technical University of Sofia from 2012 to 2017, earning a Bachelor's degree in Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician. During this time, they also pursued a Bachelor's degree in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, which they completed in 2018.

In addition to their formal education, Hristo Velev obtained several certifications related to automotive technology. These certifications include Mitsubishi FUSO DUONIC transmission, Mercedes-Benz V Class BR 447 Chassis and system safety, Mercedes-Benz V Class BR 447 Engine OM622 and transmission FSG350, Mercedes-Benz V Class and Vito BR 447 On-board network, Bus system, electrical network and instrument cluster, Mercedes-Benz Vito BR 447 Telecommunications and telematics systems, Mercedes-Benz 9-G Tronic transmission, Mercedes-Benz E-Class W 213 Market Launch, Mitsubishi FUSO Canter Eco-Hybrid Drivetrain, Mercedes-Benz Vito BR 447 Market Launch, Mitsubishi FUSO Canter Market Launch, Mercedes-Benz Engine management and Exhaust Aftertreatment Engines: OM934, OM 936, OM470, OM471 and OM473, Mercedes-Benz GLE Plug-in Hybrid BR 166 Market Launch, Mercedes-Benz E-Class W 212 Hybrid with engine OM651 Market Launch, Pkw, Lkw, Transporter, Smart, Lkw FUSO – High-Voltage qualification on Motor Vehicles, and Sensitization on working on vehicles with High-Voltage Board System by Daimler AG. The specific institutions where these certifications were obtained are not provided.