HRC Holds Its Annual Board Meeting, Welcoming a New Board Member

HRC Academy recently held its annual Board Meeting, bringing together key members of its leadership and academic community to reflect on the past year and outline priorities for the future.

The meeting was attended by President of the Board Arie Van der Spek, Mr Frederik den Hollander, HRC Director Yoana Mileva, Chef Pavel Pavlov, Chef Vladimir Todorov, Head Chef Instructor Viktor Svetoslavov, and Chef Radi Stambolov. Discussions focused on the Academy’s achievements over the previous year, the challenges encountered, and the practical solutions that were successfully implemented. Board members also reviewed upcoming projects and strategic initiatives aimed at further strengthening HRC’s educational and industry impact.

A central highlight of the meeting was the introduction of a new Board Member – HRC alumnus Chef Simeon Nikolov, who participated actively in the discussions. Chef Nikolov brings with him an outstanding international career that reflects both excellence and innovation in contemporary gastronomy. His professional journey spans Sofia, the United Kingdom, California, Denmark, and Chile, before leading him to Switzerland, where he is currently the head chef of the Michelin-starred vegetarian restaurant Oz. The restaurant has been awarded 16 Gault & Millau points and is renowned for its forward-thinking “Garden to Table” concept, emphasizing sustainability and modern culinary practices.

Chef Nikolov’s appointment to the Board marks an important milestone for HRC, underscoring the Academy’s strong alumni community and its connection to leading professionals in the global culinary scene.

HRC extends its sincere gratitude to all Board Members for their engagement, valuable insights, and continued dedication. With a shared vision and renewed momentum, the Academy looks forward to an exciting and productive year ahead.