The evolution of the global tech landscape is at an unprecedented pace, with artificial intelligence driving the most significant industrial shift of our generation. Companies now rush more than ever before to integrate intelligent automation, machine learning algorithms, and advanced data analytics into their core operations. Thus, the demand for specialised engineering talent has skyrocketed. Adaptation alone can’t help staying ahead of the curve - it demands strategic presence at the centre of innovation.

Keeping this in mind, we are heading to Germany’s vibrant tech capital, where we will take part in GITEX AI Europe Berlin. This landmark event brings together the world’s leading AI innovators, enterprise tech leaders, and disruptive startups. For TechPods, this exhibition represents a powerful opportunity to showcase how our unique co-sourcing model bridges the gap between ambitious business strategies and elite technical execution.

Berlin has long established itself as a premier European hub for digital transformation, making it the perfect stage for GITEX to anchor its specialised AI edition. For our team, this is a great opportunity to engage with global industry visionaries, participate in crucial dialogues around technical scalability, and explore new avenues to help our partners succeed in a highly competitive digital ecosystem.

Bridging the technical talent gap with Co-Sourcing

As organisations increase their AI adoption, they will face an inevitable challenge - the acute global shortage of skilled software engineers and data scientists. It has become harder, more expensive and time-consuming to attract top talent locally. Traditional outsourcing often does not offer the level of alignment required, resulting in fragmented workflows and communication barriers for businesses.

This is where TechPods steps in. We meet this challenge head-on with our co-sourcing model. We don’t just provide you with tech professionals, like traditional third-party vendors. We build dedicated, fully integrated software engineering teams, designed around your technology roadmap. Our developers become a natural extension of your internal organisation, adopting your culture, processes and long-term vision.

We have a broad range of technical skills covering the whole technology spectrum. This flexibility is made possible by Bulgaria’s strategic location, which is famous as a leading global tech hub in Europe. The country presents a phenomenally deep and diverse pool of IT talent, offering top-notch specialists in every software discipline, who always perform their work with complete precision and flawless quality. We also aim at empowering our clients to bypass the hiring bottleneck and focus entirely on building high-impact software products that drive real commercial value by eliminating the friction of traditional tech recruitment and leveraging this world-class talent ecosystem.

Although we have capabilities across the whole engineering lifecycle, we're playing up our special focus on artificial intelligence at the moment. This is because we saw a massive, undeniable shift in the global market, as companies increasingly recognise a critical need for advanced AI services and specialised talent. The majority of businesses we’re looking to attract at the event have already adopted AI in their operations – some in part, others in full. However, these systems require ongoing elite engineering support to maintain, scale and optimise. Here are some of the key areas we can directly contribute to your evolving AI initiatives:

• Machine learning & deep learning: Designing and training custom neural networks to optimise complex operational processes.
• Natural language processing: Building intelligent conversational interfaces, advanced text analysis tools, and automated support systems.
• Predictive analytics & big data: Transforming raw organisational data into actionable strategic insights and forecasting models.
• Full-Stack AI integration: Seamlessly embedding complex AI models into existing legacy software architectures and cloud environments.

Grab your free passes and meet the TechPods team

Our experience showed that the most impactful technological breakthroughs begin with a simple, friendly conversation. Thus, we decided not to make the process of getting to know us hard, so no need to worry about complex booking links or locked calendar schedules. Our team will be completely accessible throughout the entire event from 30 June to 1 July. If you want to talk about engineering scalability, AI roadmaps, technical recruitment, or why Bulgaria is the best outsourcing country, drop by our booth - H1.2-08.

If you don’t have a pass yet, don’t worry about it. We have you covered. We are handing out free passes to our partners, network, and tech leaders who want to join us at GITEX AI Europe Berlin. Contact us directly, fill out this form or connect with our team members below on LinkedIn.

Meet the team

Who to expect at the booth? Here is the core TechPods team waiting to meet you.

1. Benjamin Kane, Founder & CEO

Expertise: IT Outsourcing & Co-sourcing Strategy, Scaling Tech Teams, Engineering Culture, Remote-first Leadership, Sustainable Product Development

Benjamin is the driving strategic force behind TechPods. With over a decade of experience across global tech ecosystems - ranging from high-growth startups to enterprise consultancies - Ben founded TechPods to bring true transparency and knowledge retention to the co-sourcing model. He bridges the gap between commercial strategy and robust technical execution, serving as a trusted partner for founders and enterprise leaders worldwide.

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2. Mike Panayotov, CTO & Co-Founder

Expertise: Building Tech Teams, Software Architecture, AI Integration in Software Development, IoT & Smart Home Technologies, Technical Leadership, Co-sourcing Strategy

With over 20 years of diverse IT industry experience, Mike specialises in architecting complex software ecosystems and growing sustainable engineering teams. Starting his coding path at 14 and launching his first venture at 15, he understands every technical layer from the ground up. Mike is an evangelist for emerging technologies and a champion for integrating AI into modern software development, helping clients accelerate digital transformation seamlessly.

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3. Dayana Petkova, Head of Recruitment

Expertise: IT Recruitment, Sourcing, Headhunting, HR Storytelling, Hacker Growth Enthusiast, Boolean Search, Building Custom Search Engines, Web Scraping, Candidate Experience, Strategic Planning

Dayana has been central to TechPods’ growth, successfully scaling the team from 15 to a trusted employer with over 80 exceptional tech professionals. With 9+ years of technical recruitment expertise and an academic background in HR management, she integrates data-driven sourcing with human psychology. She actively specialises in creative platforms like GitHub, Stack Overflow, and Reddit to find top-tier technical talent.

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4. Antoana Bakalova, Marketing Specialist

Expertise: SEO, B2B Tech Marketing, Social Media, Content Strategy, Paid Advertising, Technical Copywriting, B2B Sales

Antoana designs and executes high-impact B2B growth and digital strategies. With over five years of experience spanning the digital economy, she excels at translating complex technical topics into engaging, conversion-driven campaigns. Antoana blends deep industry analytics with hands-on expertise to navigate the rapid evolution of the tech sector, crafting powerful content that bridges the gap between software engineering and market visibility.

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We can't wait to see you in Berlin. Drop by, meet the team, secure your free entry, and let's explore how we can handle your tech team expansion while you focus entirely on your core growth.