Warsaw, Poland / Sofia, Bulgaria – February 26th 2026

Elevate is proud to announce that the company has won two prestigious awards at the 14th Annual CEE Business Services Summit & Awards, organized by the European Business Services Association (EBSA), held in Warsaw, Poland on 25th and 26th February 2026. The awards are in the following categories:

• Top GBS Transformation Initiative of the Year 2025 – recognizing Elevate’s strategic transformation and rebranding journey, which positioned the company as a forward-thinking Flexible Workforce Solutions Partner committed to business innovation, operational excellence and sustainable growth.

• Most Vibrant Employer SEE (Bulgaria, Serbia, Moldova) – honoring Elevate’s strong people-first culture, active community engagement and long-standing commitment to integrity, trust, diversity, inclusion, collaboration and meaningful impact. At Elevate, putting people at the center of everything we do drives both team and client success.

“These awards are a recognition of our Transformation journey, and it is a privilege to stand alongside such inspiring companies and leaders who are shaping the future of business services in CEE.” said Ivaylo Slavov, Chairman and CEO of Elevate.

“I believe that behind every successful business transformation stands a story of teamwork, trust and shared vision. For us, transformation goes beyond simply expanding our portfolio with new services – it is about redefining how organizations scale and grow in a rapidly changing world. Powered by digital innovation, operational excellence and 20 years of international experience across global markets, our team’s dedication, expertise and passion make achievements like this possible. We are proud of how far we’ve come and even more excited about what lies ahead in the future.” he continued.

Elevate’s Transformation Project: A Vision for the Future
Winning the Top GBS Transformation Initiative of the Year 2025 highlights a significant milestone in Elevate’s journey. In 2025, the company launched a bold transformation with a clear vision to deliver innovative, end-to-end business solutions that create long-term value for clients and talent. Key achievements included:

• Expanding the company’s portfolio with Shared Service Centers, Centers of Excellence, Professional Services, Managed Workforce Services, and Recruitment Services.
• Designing and building SSCs for international clients, standardizing processes, operations and delivering high quality services across regions.
• Strengthening Elevate’s global footprint with new offices in Zurich, expanded operations in Germany and across Europe.

Digital innovation has been central to this transformation. Elevate implemented an AI-driven Recruitment and Automation system that streamlines candidate screening, matching, and communication, cutting manual effort and enabling faster, data-driven hiring decisions.

“These awards further strengthen Elevate’s position as a trusted partner in Flexible Workforce and Business Solutions across Central and Eastern Europe and beyond. We extend our sincere gratitude to our team, clients and partners for their continued trust. Our transformation is about moving beyond traditional workforce models to deliver scalable, innovative, end-to-end Flexible Workforce and Business Solutions that support our clients’ long-term strategic goals. By investing in new digital tools, automation and international expansion, we ensure Elevate remains flexible, competitive and prepared for the future.” added Marko Slavov, Head of Sales and Business Development at Elevate.

About CEE BSC Summit & Awards 2026
The 14th Annual edition of the Summit & Awards took place on 25–26 February 2026 in Warsaw and online via the Brella platform. The winners were announced during an official Gala Dinner on February 26. The event brought together over 230 senior executives, business leaders, and innovators from the leading Business Services Centres across Central and Eastern Europe and the Baltics, including Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Hungary, Slovakia, Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova, and Serbia. In addition, international guests attended from the United States, UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Holland, Belgium, Finland, Denmark, Italy, India, and Portugal, making the Summit a truly global gathering of top decision-makers and industry pioneers.

Across 24 Award categories, companies were recognized for their contribution to the development of the Business Services sector in CEE. Winners were selected through a combined evaluation by a VIP Jury and a public vote among attendees. The two-day summit featured 36 expert panelists and speakers who discussed topics shaping the Future of Global Business Services (GBS), including AI applications in GBS, GBS Transformation, Geopolitics in the CEE region, resilience and adaptation, foreign direct investment strategies, financial services, and newcomer integration. The Summit also showcased leading GBS organizations from across the region through Showcase Presentations, providing insights into best practices, innovation, and operational excellence.

About Elevate
Elevate is a Flexible Workforce Solutions company, delivering innovative, end-to-end business solutions. With over 20 years of experience, Elevate operates from 14 offices across 9 countries, with locations in the USA and Costa Rica, supporting global operations in the Americas, and European offices in Germany, Switzerland, Bulgaria, Poland, Romania, Serbia, and Croatia, driving growth and partnerships across both regions. Elevate serves a wide range of industries such as IT, Engineering, Automotive, Accounting & Finance, Retail, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Hospitality.

The company’s portfolio includes building Shared Service Centers and Centers of Excellence, providing Professional Services, Workforce Services and Recruitment Services. By combining advanced technology, processes, know-how and company culture, Elevate ensures excellence at every step of the business journey.