Plamena Solakova

Plamena Solakova is an accomplished HR professional specializing in diversity and inclusion, currently serving as an HR Business Partner at Close Brothers since July 2023. Previously, Plamena held roles such as Global Diversity and Inclusion Subject Matter Expert at Ocado Group, where the development of D&I strategies and demographic data collection was a focus. With extensive experience in consulting services, Plamena has led various projects involving cloud-based financial software at Collaborative Solutions and Appirio, contributing to diversity initiatives across multiple organizations. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in International Security and Middle Eastern Studies from Sciences Po and a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Politics from London Metropolitan University. Plamena's dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion is evident through a career marked by strategic development and advocacy initiatives in various sectors.