Zlatina Kushkieva
Managing Partner at HR Consulting Partners
Panel Discussion:
Project Managers in Transition: AI, Recruitment, and the Future of Competitiveness
Recent global layoffs have reshaped the project management job market, raising questions about how PMs can remain competitive and how businesses can secure the right talent. This panel will explore the evolving recruitment landscape, the role of AI in hiring and workforce planning, and the gaps between business needs and available PM talent. Together, we will discuss practical strategies for Bulgarian companies and project managers to adapt, upskill, and thrive in an AI-driven economy
Zlatina is a Managing Partner at HR Consulting Partners | U Matter Corporate Wellness – а consulting firm supporting companies with talent acquisition, people and leadership development, strategy design, organizational redesign, improvement of HR processes, engagement and retention.
She brings a total of 27 years of experience, having held senior HR management, Sales, and Management Consulting roles for countries in Central Eastern Europe. Partnered with C-level management from financial services, telecommunications, media broadcasting, FMCG, pharmaceutical, energy, technology companies towards achievement of the business strategy through their people and culture.
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt; Senior professional in HR (SPHR); Certified Professional Coach (ACC level) by the International Coaching Federation.
Zlatina has held local and multi-country regional Human resources roles in companies such as Procter & Gamble, Merck Sharp & Dohme, Avon and combines this corporate HR experience with experience in senior revenue-generating roles in Deloitte Management consulting and Adecco Group.